A CHARITY that provides support to bereaved youngsters in North East Worcestershire saw a boost to its coffers, thanks to recycling efforts at Redditch Crematorium.
Touchstones received £5,000 from Redditch Borough Council’s crematorium, on Bordesley Lane, the proceeds of money made from recycled metals left behind by the cremation process.
Families give their permission for residual metals such as replacement hips to be recycled at the crematorium via a nationally recognised scheme.
Touchstones Bereavement Services co-ordinator Vicki Quarton said: “This money means we can continue to provide support to children and young people who have lost a loved one and are struggling to come terms with this loss.
“Often their close family members are grieving too so the time we give to these youngsters is valuable and integral for them to learn to live again.”
Councillor Brandon Clayton, from Redditch Borough Council, whose portfolio covers the crematorium, said: “We’re proud to help Touchstones who provide such vital support to our children and young people, through this recycling scheme.
“It’s good to see another real benefit to the community as a result of the environmental credentials Redditch Crematorium is known for.”
