On Monday 10th March, a dedicated team of SI Bristol volunteers travelled to Berkeley, Gloucestershire, to collaborate with PhysioNet.
PhysioNet is a UK based charity dedicated to helping some of the most marginalised people in the world by supplying children and adults with disability equipment considered surplus or redundant in the UK. The charity collects discarded items such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs from the NHS. These items are then refurbished and shipped in containers to various countries around the world where these vital items are in short supply.
Between April and July 2023, for example, PhysioNet sent 5 consignments to Ukraine to supply hospitals in Kyiv and Lviv. The cost of that transport was met by UK Rotary clubs.
The SI Bristol team spent a productive and enjoyable morning cleaning and preparing the equipment for shipment. This initiative not only helps reduce waste but also ensures that this critical equipment reaches those who are most in need.
Soroptimist volunteers are committed to continuing their support for PhysioNet by offering their time and assistance on an ongoing basis.
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