Two good Samaritans in Elgin are encouraging locals to get in touch with them if they need help clearing icy driveways or pavements.
Bricklayers Daniel Craib and Paul Sinclair are usually building homes for Springfield Properties. But when temperatures are this low they are unable to work. So, instead they are keen to use their time to help others.
Helping out the community: Daniel Craib and Paul Sinclair.
Daniel said: “We would rather help out than sit about.
“So if anyone is aware of any elderly or disabled people that are stuck because of the weather, let us know and we will try to help out in any way we can.
“We will be heading out in about an hour after grabbing our snow shovels, barrows and some grit. Anyone else sitting about in the Moray area should do the same and we can start making a difference around here.”
The pair have already been inundated with responses from the community with 150 reactions, 99 shares and 40 comments from those applauding their actions on Facebook.
The duo added: “The weather has prevented us from doing our normal jobs, and that can be challenging for anyone but also specifically for men who can struggle with their mental health when they feel isolated without a purpose.
“Our aim was not to get praise, but to support ourselves by keeping active mentally and physically, while offering support for a good cause to the Moray community.
“We want to empower and encourage others to join us or reach out for a chat if they are struggling and looking for support.
“We spent most of yesterday helping gritting primary roads and the people who we saw struggling.
“We believe this is because some folk are scared to ask for help. We want to change this and display that it’s okay to ask.
“We are all only humans and together we can make positive changes to our own communities in Moray.”
Diane Kemp, the Springfield Group’s HR manager, saw the post on Facebook and wanted to highlight what the pair are doing.
She said: “I am so proud that we have thoughtful employees who are keen to help others and make a difference in their community.
“It’s touching to see Daniel and Paul, who are unable to work because of the weather, take this as an opportunity to help others.
“At Springfield, we have programmes in place to celebrate employees and members of the community who go above and beyond.
“For their community spirit and proactive attitudes, Daniel and Paul will be nominated for recognition.”
Contact either Daniel or Paul via their Facebook pages HERE and HERE