Beryl Jenkins, a lifelong knitter from Harrow Weald, dedicates her talents to knitting blankets for the Cats Protection charity. With a mission to help cats like Smokey Joe, a long-stay resident, Beryl's colorful blankets provide warmth and comfort to cats as they await their forever homes. Inspired by her mother, who taught her to knit during WWII, Beryl has continued this passion throughout her life. Her contributions have significantly supported the charity, which has found homes for over 456 stray cats in the past year, with many finding affection in her handmade blankets. The charity recognizes her dedication.
Beryl Jenkins has found lifelong purpose in knitting colorful blankets for Cats Protection, providing comfort to many cats awaiting new homes at the Harrow Weald centre.
Every handcrafted blanket is used by a cat to bed down in its pen while waiting to be chosen by a prospective owner, offering them a sense of familiarity.
Beryl recalls how she started knitting during WWII, creating items for servicemen, which ignited her lifelong passion for knitting which she now dedicates to helping animals.
Caroline Ryan, from Cats Protection, praised Beryl's commitment, stating, 'Beryl shines as a beacon to cat welfare', highlighting the impact of dedicated volunteers on animal rescue.
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