FORTY persons suffering from various forms of disabilities were recent beneficiaries of food hampers distributed by the Region Two Administration in collaboration with the Essequibo Chambers of Commerce and Industry.

The hampers were handed over by Regional Executive Officer, Denis Jaikarran, accompanied by other staff members. According to Mr. Jaikarran, the Region recognized the continuous struggles that persons are experiencing within the Region due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Many persons are currently unemployed due to downsizing in the workplace. Due to these facts, the Regional Health Committee Taskforce has decided to reach out to persons living with disabilities throughout the region.

The hampers contained Morning Glory Cereal and other items donated by the Essequibo Chambers of Commerce and Industry. More hampers will be distributed in the Lima Sands community in the coming week. Thus far, Region Two has recorded no positive case of Coronavirus; however, awareness continues by the Regional Health Committee Taskforce.