A couple of retirees who bought a new house together after meeting online They have decided to donate their previous houses to a beneficial organization for homeless people.
As the BBC, Valerie Norris71, and Chris Norrisof 77, they delivered the houses, with four rooms, to the organization The Wallich in Swansea (Wales).
“We both have a comfortable economic situation, we are not rich according to current standards, but tWe have more than enough to live“Chris Norris, a novelist and retired professor told BBC.
Mike Bobbett, director of The Wallich, described Valerie and Chris as “Bright examples of goodness in people” And he said he hoped they inspire others to use what they have to end the problem of homeless people in Wales.
“We have enough money To do the things we still want to do, “said Valerie, also a retired teacher. After leasing the houses to The Wallich for free, Valerie said:” We think why we don’t make an effort and deliver these houses. “
“That was going to be our intention in Our willS, so we think why we don’t give them to them now, “the woman added.
Chris Norris says that his relatives are working and everyone has had a positive attitude regarding donation. “It really seemed somewhat sensible, without any sacrificeand I think that many people, if I reflect on their current situation and social needs, could reach the same decision, “he added.
It is not the first time that the couple has gestures of this type: Chris raises money for charity as a singer in the street choir Cor Cochion, while Valerie has worked as a volunteer In Cruse Berevement Support for 21 years.
Chris Norris says that he and his wife are very aware of The great need for accommodation To spend the night in Swansea when they made the decision to donate.
“They are lovely people And it is really amazing to do the work they do, “Valerie said about The Wallich organization.” We have both traveled a lot throughout our careers, too much, so we don’t want to do it anymore, “he added.
“We content ourselves with leading a quiet life, eate from time to time And we have everything we need, “says the woman.
“The donation of two houses is extraordinary,” said Bobbett. “Valerie and Chris are great. They care about people And they are a clear example of people’s goodness in the world. We are overwhelmed by his generosity, “he added.
Las Casas, said Bobbett, will become part of the Swansea security network. “With more than 11,000 people living in temporary accommodations in Wales And few places to transfer people in the long term, satisfying the basic needs of the community is becoming more difficult, “he added.
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