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The type of neighbours you have can really make a difference.
This award could be for someone who has done anything from the extraordinary to the very simple, or someone who has cared for their neighbours, helped them keep their neighbourhood safe or simply made a positive difference in their community. You could be an elderly pensioner, living alone, who is reassured by the fact you have a reliable and trustworthy neighbour close by. Or you might have a very understanding neighbour who is happy to tolerate the busy family home in which you live.
No matter where we live in Jersey, we live in a neighbourhood and the people at the heart of those communities should be celebrated.
Moreen Boyle has been nominated for the Neighbour of the Year Award for all the aid and care she has provided to her nominator over the years.
Moreen collected her neighbour’s prescriptions for them, delivered their food shopping and ensured they always took the correct medication at the right times. When her nominator, who did not wish to be named, has fallen ill, Moreen has cooked them meals, checked their wellbeing and put their needs first by making sure they always safely get the medical assistance they need.
Moreen constantly refuses any money offered to her in exchange for her assistance, and she visits the nominator every day for “a friendly chat” and to check up on them.
Heidi Shaw, who has been nominated for Neighbour of the Year, has been described as “the reason we still believe in humanity” by her former neighbour.
Asi Vorria, who met Ms Shaw over two years ago, shared her praise for the Shaw family, with special mentions going to their “beautiful daughter” Roisin and “lovely dog” Dynamo.
Explaining why they had nominated Ms Shaw, Ms Vorria said: “She offered her help when she was having a hard time too, and that is rare nowadays.
“Heidi truly deserves the award.”
John Taylor has been nominated for the Neighbour of the Year award by Veronica Filleul for the care he shows, not only her, but to other members of the community.
His nominator, who is 87 years old and a widow, said Mr Taylor “always knows what is needed before he even needs to ask”.
Mrs Filleul said he helps residents with their gardens when they are away or whenever requested. She added that she has had some ill health this year, and added: “Every day, he asks if I need shopping or any help.”
Julian and Alison Le Pavoux have been nominated for Neighbour of the Year by Melanie Mound on behalf of her dad.
Having lost her mum in 2023, Ms Mound praised the companionship Julian and Alison have given to her dad, as well as their willingness to lend a hand.
Ms Mound said: “I am so incredibly grateful for Julian and his wife Alison, who truly embody what it means to be good neighbours.
“Whether it’s helping Dad with his car, offering IT support, tending to the garden, or simply popping in to check on him, they are consistently there for him.”
She expressed her profound gratitude for their kindness “despite their own busy lives and commitments” and their “genuine, quiet care”.
Elodie and Nathan Olivier have been nominated for Neighbour of the Year and described as “the kind of neighbours everyone wishes they had”.
Sophie Reid, a brain cancer patient currently undergoing treatment, nominated the pair for the award and praised them for “stepping up in the most incredible way” during her family’s time of need.
Mrs Reid said “from the very moment I lost my driving licence due to my brain tumour diagnosis, they began driving my daughter to and from school” adding that “their kindness hasn’t stopped there: it’s been unwavering ever since”.
She said: “They consistently check in to see if we need anything, always offering a helping hand.
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