Gardai and locals from west Cork village team up to care for the elderly

The latest initiative has seen members of the gardaí joining Ballydehob Community Alert Group to give care packs to up to 200 elderly residents.
Gardai and locals from west Cork village team up to care for the elderly
Mon, 08 Jun, 2020 - 20:15
Pádraig Hoare

Gardaí, Ballydehob Community Alert Group and Cork County Council delivering care packs.
Gardaí, Ballydehob Community Alert Group and Cork County Council delivering care packs.

Gardaí in West Cork have teamed up with community groups in order to prioritise elderly people in the region when it comes to crime prevention and hygiene safety. The latest initiative has seen members of the gardaí joining Ballydehob Community Alert Group to give care packs to up to 200 elderly residents.

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