Getting back in touch with old and new friends, families and communities

My name is Paul and I am a Vice-Chair of My Life My Choice.

The pandemic has been very hard on people as I’m sure you will know.

There have been lots of things people have done to keep themselves entertained and happy.

Some have been doing diamond art like me.

Others have gotten back in touch with old and new friends, families and communities.

My blog is about this.

An old but great community I have been a part of is my local Neighbourhood Watch scheme.

I have been working with them to keep my local area and people safe.

My brother is also part of the scheme.

Another community I have been involved in is the community of a self-advocacy charity called My Life My Choice.

I have supported their young people do a litter pick to help clean-up the local area.

I have taken part in their Police Forum along with other members to support those with learning disabilities report things to the police.

I have also helped with packing and delivering a monthly mailout to all of their members.

A new community I have joined is the Church.

I’ve gone to their gatherings and have met lots of new people.

The Church and I have helped other people too, like the homeless.

I have enjoyed being part of these communities.

They have helped me grow.

They have helped me keep calm.

They’ve helped me learn new skills.

They have also given me the chance to help others.

I also like to think: if you don’t try it, you won’t know how great it can be.

Please take this away from my blog!