She told Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), who processed the legacy gift, that many of the ladies who attend the sewing circle are widowed and have joined the club as a means of ‘propping each other up’, adding: “It really is a tremendous boost to people’s mental wellbeing.
“It’s a place where everyone’s welcome and friendships are already being made.”
Stephanie Moss, Legacy Manager at CAF, said: “It has been a pleasure to work with Jean’s family to bring this legacy to life. The idea behind this is so touching and personal, Jean is truly sending a message to us about supporting one another and how it’s the little things that can achieve so much.”
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Brecon Beacons national park, Crickhowell is a small rural town that was recently named
Best Place to Live in Wales by Sunday Times.
But despite this, some of its residents, particularly the elderly community, can feel isolated.