What Does Jalon Valley Help Do?

FOR those of us living in the Jalon and Orba valleys, Jalon Valley Help is a name we know. It is a charitable organisation, founded in 1992, structured to help anyone in need in our community, irrespective of age or nationality.

JVH provide short-term solutions to people’s problems. For instance: JVH can provide a driver to take you to hospital or a translator to assist you. They have a drop-in centre at the Animo in Alcalali, where you are provided with an opportunity to talk to people if your alone or seek support. Wheelchairs, commodes, walking frames and even hospital beds can be loaned free of charge. JVH also provide a weekly cancer support drop-in each Thursday at the Animo. A 24-hour Helpline is available to answer any emergencies.

In 2022 JVH donated €16,000 to local caring organisations, spent €55,000 on social care for individuals, and raised €13,000 to help furnish/equip homes and clothes for Ukrainian refugees.

Currently, in 2023, JVH have more than 160 items of equipment on loan, in 30 towns and villages, from Castells to Rafol de Almunia, Javea to Benissa. JVH organises their ‘Carols in the Square’ in Jalon/Alcalali/Orba, to say thank you for your support.

This Help costs money and time from committed volunteers. Could you be a part of this friendly locally based charity? We all have something to give, so let’s volunteer our services today.

See our website www.jalonvalley help.com or call Pam Brooks, JVH President, on 634 310 415 to discuss how you can help with time or donations.