Eildon connects with Kelso’s Men’s Shed

Men’s Shed is a newly formed group initiative, offering recreational facilities to help advance the social needs, health and well-being of people of all ages and backgrounds living in Kelso and surrounding areas.

Eildon's Chief Executive, Nile Istephan, said; "As part of the on-going modernisation of our business processes, we had some surplus furniture and computers that we wanted to put to good use. In line with one of our corporate values of being 'connected' to the communities that we work within, it is great that we can donate our surplus equipment to such a worthy cause.

“The Men’s Shed movement provides the community with a very valuable service. We have also provided financial support for a Men’s Shed Development worker to maximise the potential for this inspirational idea across our region.”

Bob Stather, from Kelso Men’s Shed, said; “We are extremely grateful for this very kind donation, which will be of enormous benefit to our new ‘Shedders’. Getting on-line will be a priority for some of our new members, and this will be made possible thanks to Eildon’s generous donation.”

The Kelso Men's Shed already has 63 members and still counting - is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays every week from 10 am to 4 pm. Its members meet to share skills, interests, swap ideas and is also where they can pursue hobbies/pastimes and work on community projects.