A Sense of Home的动态

Holiday remittances aren’t just transactions; they’re heartfelt connections that bridge distances and bring loved ones closer. ??? As the holiday season approaches, now is the perfect time to plan your giving. Whether it's sending gifts or much-needed funds, your gestures of love and care can make all the difference. By choosing reliable services like Lipaworld, you ensure that every contribution reaches its destination safely and on time. ????? The holidays are about togetherness, even when miles apart. It’s a season of giving, sharing, and strengthening the bonds that matter most.? How do you plan to support your loved ones this season? Share your ideas or stories in the comments; we’d love to hear them! ?? #HolidaySeason #GivingBack #FamilyConnections #Remittances #LoveAcrossBorders

?? NEW REQUESTS ?? THREE new requests have come in the last two days, and we still have THREE other folks who continue to need to have their urgent requests fulfilled. That’s SIX people who need our active support right now.? Their needs are not getting met any other way. … Robin Divine and I are struggling to: ?? Get the consistent reach needed on this platform without being algoed ?? Find the words to express how urgent these requests are, other than to say they are urgent. What’s so hard about needing community care is that it sometimes is inconsistent.? Not everyone can give consistently, and those who want to give but are hold back often think that the people needing community care will get it from someone else somehow.? The reality is that no one can save us but us, which means it takes all of us.? Relying on other people to pick up the burden places a burden on those people and the folks needing community care. I get it - you can’t help everyone, and sometimes you need help yourself.? But also, that’s where we ask that you continue to look at community care different than what you were conditioned to think. Community care cannot be conditional.? You create a plan to give and receive care, and the rest works itself out through intention and action.? Community care requires intention AND action, not well wishes and hopes it all magically works out.? Community care requires always giving a little, versus giving all or nothing - giving fatigue is real, and that’s not what we’re expecting from anyone.?? … The First of the Month is out of the way, and we’re approaching the first paycheck of the month for many. For every single one of you reading this post, I ask that you click on the link below to see who is needing urgent support, and then directly send an amount of money (of your choosing albeit ability) to someone listed on the spreadsheet.? Afterwards, send us a screenshot of your contribution via email at [email protected]. If this year especially has taught us anything, it’s that we need us now more than ever.? So let’s show up for each other, and let’s do it as consistently as possible. Thanks, Everyone. #DecolonizedCommunityCare #CommunityCare #Community #Support #MutualAid

??We need you, we have older people waiting for call companions ?? ?? **Give Just 30 Minutes a Week - Make a Lifetime of Difference!** ?? Are you looking for a simple yet meaningful way to give back to your community? Volunteer as a Call Companion and bring joy to someone aged 75 + by simply sharing a weekly phone call. Why Volunteer? - Combat Loneliness: Many older people live in isolation. Your call could be the highlight of their week. - Flexible Commitment: Just 30 minutes a week can fit into anyone's schedule. - Make a Friend: Enjoy heartwarming conversations and form a unique bond. - Feel Good: Helping others is one of the best ways to boost your own happiness and sense of purpose. How It Works 1. Sign Up: Fill out a brief form to get started here: Become a call companion: befriending service for older people (reengage.org.uk) 2. Submit ID check, provide a reference and attend a 30 min online group induction & complete online module 3. Match: We’ll pair you with an older person. 4. Call: Schedule a weekly 30-minute call at your convenience. Who Can Volunteer? Anyone aged 18 + with a kind heart and a desire to make a difference. No special skills needed – just a phone and a willingness to listen and chat. Ready to Change a Life with a Simple Call? Sign Up Today! #volunteer #callcompanion

Christmas is a season of giving, sharing and spreading goodwill, especially to those clients in need. It is also a time for communities to unite, support one another, and show particular care for the most vulnerable among us. Yet, I have noticed that in the northern suburbs, various organisations seem to operate in isolation when it comes to providing Christmas assistance. For example, the local council runs its own Christmas hamper program, the Uniting has its Christmas Gifts program, the Salvation Army offers their own Christmas Cheers, and St. Vincent de Paul provides its Vinnies Christmas Hampers. While all these initiatives are commendable, I can’t help but wonder: why is there such a fragmented approach???? If these organisations worked together and combined their resources, they could provide far more meaningful and substantial support. Pooling their efforts together could ensure clients receive not only Christmas and New Year assistance but also the resources they need to transition into the new school year. Collaborating would also ensure that fewer clients fall through the cracks (as well as avoiding clients from shopping around from one service to another!). A true sense of community is built upon unity, and not division. It is disappointing that these organisations, while doing important work, seem more focused on their own visibility and influence rather than coming together for the greater good. This fragmented approach seems to foster a form of hypocrisy, where the ultimate goal should be to serve the community, not compete for recognition or power. Genuine community support thrives when we work together, and not in silos!!!! Hypocrisy is an ingrained disease...

Helping others, Helps you!!! Volunteering your time, money, or energy to help others doesn’t just make the world better—it also makes?you?better. Studies indicate that the very act of giving back to your community boosts your happiness, health, and sense of well-being. Over the next 10 days I am going to share why this is something to believe in. Day 9: You’ll create stronger friendships When you help others, you give off positive vibes, which can rub off on peers and improve your friendships.? Being a force for good in a friend’s life can help build a lasting bond. Helping friends really is a "WIN WIN" and imagine how much fun you can have whilst doing it. Check in on a friend today and see if they could do with a hand on anything. And if they do just volunteer yourself and smile.

Creating Impact Beyond Our Doors: Inviting Guests to Sponsor Hope What if a simple gesture during your vacation could change a life? At our eco-cottages, we believe in creating more than just a retreat—we believe in creating a ripple of kindness that extends far beyond our guests. That’s why we’ve launched an initiative where our visitors can sponsor a special day or even an entire week for someone in need. Whether it’s sponsoring a family facing financial hardship, offering an all-inclusive week to someone fighting cancer, or giving those on missions to help patients the gift of rest, your stay has the power to uplift others. Together, we can make meaningful experiences available to everyone, especially those who need it the most. When you choose to stay with us, you’re not just enjoying your time in paradise—you’re helping others find moments of peace and healing too. Let’s create a community of giving, where rest and support become a shared mission. Because when we lift others up, we all rise. Visit our website and discover how?? puravidaeco-cottage.com Thanks to Simon Sinek and Bob Chapman among others for being a living example of this is possible?? #GiveBack #PurposeDrivenTravel #SponsorHope #SocialImpact #CommunityOfCare #PuraVidaWithPurpose #HelpingOthers #ImpactThroughTravel #WellnessAndGiving

Interested in my network’s thoughts? Does volunteering kill your own business? Its a big question. When I mean ‘your own business’ I mean if you work for yourself, are a small business where your business relies on you to be there and present in order to survive. I have many friends that work in large businesses, or govt departments where they are given leyway to volunteer or in fact have it as part of their job description (and are paid the hours) Also, I have noticed that there seems to be a stigma as to ‘if they can afford the time’ they must be doing alright’. Im sure this is true for some people. For me, community comes first, to the detriment of my business and with pretty much zero understanding from a majority of the immediate local community, but really, everytime I look at it and hear from people ‘why do you do this’, the answer is simple. ‘Results and I care’ #community #care #help #empowerment #survival #understanding

Good morning! On Social Saturday, let’s focus on giving back to our networks. How do you offer value to the people in your professional community? Whether it’s sharing advice, offering support, or simply showing appreciation, giving back can strengthen relationships. Share a way you’ve contributed to your network recently. #SocialSaturday #GiveBack

Giving isn't just about what we share—it’s about the impact we create. Take a moment to reflect: What have you given this year? Your time, knowledge, kindness, or resources? Each act of giving, no matter how small, holds the power to inspire and transform lives. What does giving mean to you? Let’s reflect on the power of generosity—because it’s not just about what we give, but how we give. This year, giving has been a mix of heart and intention. ? I gave where I could, supporting causes close to me. ? I showed up for others in small, meaningful ways. But here’s the thing: Most people forget to plan for giving. It becomes reactive, not intentional. Here’s how I’m approaching giving in 2025: 1/ Review your numbers → How much did you give this year? 2/ Align your giving with your values → Focus on causes that truly matter to you. 3/ Create a giving plan → Whether it’s monthly or quarterly, plan how much you’ll give and to whom. Giving isn’t just about money. ?? It’s about impact. ?? It’s about making a difference in someone’s life—no matter how small. Let’s make giving a habit, not an afterthought. ??Book a consultation with me today and let me help you plan for the holiday and 2025 wisely: https://hisaafricaapp.com Alfred Mathu, The Financial Doctor. #makingyoufinanciallyhealthy

Helping others, Helps you!!! Volunteering your time, money, or energy to help others doesn’t just make the world better—it also makes?you?better. Studies indicate that the very act of giving back to your community boosts your happiness, health, and sense of well-being. Over the next 10 days I am going to share why this is something to believe in. Day 9: You’ll create stronger friendships When you help others, you give off positive vibes, which can rub off on peers and improve your friendships.? Being a force for good in a friend’s life can help build a lasting bond. Helping friends really is a "WIN WIN" and imagine how much fun you can have whilst doing it. Check in on a friend today and see if they could do with a hand on anything. And if they do just volunteer yourself and smile.