A beloved community fundraising initiative in Tarporley has reached a joyful conclusion, with Reggie the Radfield Teddy finally settling into a new home after helping to generate £735 for OPAL Tarporley. The funds will directly support older residents across Tarporley and Mid Cheshire through the charity's vital Activity Club.
A Furry Fundraiser's Journey Through the Community
Reggie's adventure saw him become a familiar face around the town, visiting local businesses and meeting residents. The campaign centred around a community raffle, designed to foster connection and local spirit. For several weeks, Reggie's travels brought people together, creating a buzz of anticipation about who would ultimately give him a permanent home.
The special moment arrived when the raffle's lucky winner, accompanied by his father, came to collect Reggie in person. This meeting marked the perfect end to a project that had captured the hearts of the community.
Strengthening Support for Older Residents
The £735 raised will enable OPAL (Older People Active Lives) Tarporley to continue its essential work. This includes providing companionship, organising social activities, delivering hot meals, and offering transport to older people who might otherwise be at risk of loneliness and isolation.
The successful total was proudly announced by Geoff Hope Terry, chair of OPAL Services, alongside Robert Dancy, director of Radfield Home Care Tarporley & Mid Cheshire. Their joint announcement highlighted the powerful local backing for charities dedicated to keeping older people connected within their own communities.
A Testament to Community Spirit
Robert Dancy of Radfield Home Care reflected on the campaign's success. "This initiative demonstrated what is possible when a community unites," he said. "Reggie brought smiles to many faces, but more importantly, he helped raise funds that will have a direct impact on the lives of older people in Tarporley and Mid Cheshire. We are profoundly grateful to every single person who participated and supported OPAL."
Radfield Home Care's involvement formed part of its ongoing commitment to community-led projects and its mission to help older individuals stay connected to the people and places they cherish. The triumph of the Reggie the Radfield Teddy campaign underscores the significant positive effect of local fundraising and collaboration, reaffirming the enduring need for community support for the older population in Tarporley and the wider Mid Cheshire region.
