Image: Jye Howes donated his day off to cut the hair of Westminster Lode residents earlier this week
Following recent revelations of alleged neglect at Westminster Lodge Retirement Village, a local barber donated his skills and his day off to visit the village and cut some of the residents’ hair.
“The story behind this place was something that really touched my heart,” said barber Jye Howes.
Mr Howes visited the village with his equipment, making his way to some of the units in the village to cut the hair of the residents.
“I will continue to visit this place and donate my time to the residents every fortnight to keep them looking fresh,” said Mr Howes,
“It's not much, I know, but a little can go a long way and I wanted to spread some Christmas cheer.”
The service is one of many gestures and donations being made by the Mackay community, with many local individuals, families and businesses donating money, services, food and Christmas presents.
“It’s actually amazing, especially just over a week until Christmas, everyone has pulled together as a community,” said one volunteer, Jessica Taylor.
“The whole community has done an amazing job.”
“It’s crazy to see what the community is capable of, there’s great people out there,” added fellow volunteer Travis Miller.
“I take my hat off to the Mackay community for everything they are doing for these people and the change we are making,” said Mr Howes.
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