Alzheimer Scotland have shut their site in Golspie
A local community has expressed its dismay at the closure of a charity shop in its village.
The chairperson of Golspie Community Council said members of the community were “deeply disturbed” to learn of the closure of a local Alzheimer Scotland shop.
The Northern Times reports that a sign in the window states the store will be shut until further notice.
Henrietta Marriott, chair of the community council, wrote on the Golspie Village social media site: “The community council is deeply disturbed to learn of the sudden closure of the Alzheimer Scotland charity shop in Golspie.
“We have already received an email from a volunteer who has loyally given time and energy to making the shop the success it has been for many years, expressing hurt, upset and disappointment at both the decision and the way it seems to have been handled.
“Closure of the shop will have significant effects on vulnerable members of our community and many further afield, as well as being a kick in the teeth for all the volunteers.”
Alzheimer Scotland told the Northern Times: “We are sad to announce the closure of our charity shop in Golspie. In its many years of trading, the shop has played an important role, not only as a fundraising outlet but as a valued community hub.
“The decision to close it was not taken lightly and was made in response to increasingly difficult financial circumstances that are affecting charities across Scotland.
“Unfortunately, the costs associated with running the shop had become unsustainable, and the building would soon require significant investment to bring it up to standard and meet health and safety requirements.
“Given the current climate, we are prioritising investment in our front-line services, where we can have the biggest impact on the lives of people living with dementia and their families.
“We are incredibly grateful for the years of support from the Golspie community, and especially for the dedication and hard work our volunteers have given over the years.”
