The best story I have read all week #BeKind
This is Frank and he has had a coffee stand at the top of the steps at Bethnal Green tube for as long as I can remember.
When the new restaurant/coffee shop next door opened along with another high street outlet opening across the street, Frank suddenly found that his license from the council had been revoked and he was chucked off his stand.
I believe it was to make way for these new shops to take his regular custom. They didn’t need him in the way of gaining maximum profit... so Frank was gone.
Well the locals were having none of it and a petition started demanding his return.
How dare they do this to him.
How dare these people smash his business and leave him with nothing.
After a lot of pressure the council backed down and Frank had his licence and pitch returned to him but sadly by that time Frank had sold his equipment to feed his family and try to survive.
So the good people of Bethnal Green started crowdfunding and here’s the result... Frank back in business on his old pitch with brand new equipment and even a little hut now to shelter him from the rain... Brilliant!!
He is truly the happiest man in East London and it’s wonderful to see.
It really does show that if we all stick together, stand up to them and just say no... the little guy can win.
If you’re in Bethnal Green come and have a coffee with this lovely man. 🧡
I absolutely love this ❤️🙌 #occupationaltherapy
Donna Guest OT retweeted
Grieving pint sessions tackle 'silent struggle' bbc.in/44TEanX
Please consider signing this petition
because of the election my petition closes end of this month & it won’t reopen. I’m so upset as don’t think I’ll get the number required for a response.This feels utterly fruitless all the effort for 3 months cut off. Need 10,000
Please sign and share petition.parliament.uk/petit…
Important message from @ahmedhankir
My interview with @Forbes about how we can create a culture of compassion in the workplace that is conducive to mental wellbeing. A good start is by replacing micro aggressions with micro affirmations…
forbes.com/sites/sallypercy/…
As we start our week let’s think about the message below. #doingbeingbelongingbecoming
I spent the morning with a group of young people who travelled to the UK from Sudan as unaccompanied asylum seekers. We cooked and ate a Sudanese dish together. They were an absolute delight to be with .
#occupationaltherapy
#doingbeingbecomingbelonging
#occupationaljustice
Donna Guest OT retweeted
Equity, Diversity, and Belonging are at the centre of everything we do.
We know how important it is to remember and act to ensure that each individual, regardless of background, feels valued and supported to overcome barriers.
#EQW2024
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This week is Mental Health Week. I am seeing that people are posting lots of positive photos, offers of support and even free webinars.
ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS. Don’t just say it, do it. People will always remember how you make them feel.
#Bekind
Please help support this wonderful charity if you can . We are raising money for a minimus to support refugees and families in low incomes access community events and to experience days out that others take for granted. #bekind #everyonedeservesjoy
gofund.me/07f5582f
The perfect day to read Breakthrough in the sun. @ahmedhankir I can’t put it down. Thank you for sharing your story and giving hope to others. #mentalhealthmatters #peoplematter
