Telegraph Time

Text Box: Telegraph Time A time and skills exchange in Telegraph Hill Ward There is already a fair amount of interest in a ‘timebank’ in the Telegraph Hill area. To use it you bank time by doing things you like (and are probably good at) for others in the community. Everyone's time is valued equally. One hour = 1 time credit. And then you withdraw time when you need something done. Examples of activities: making phone calls, sharing meals, giving lifts to the shops, DIY, help with the kids, exercise partner, being a new parent / grandparent, teaching skills, taking up a hem, gardening, growing vegetables… Timebanks UK Timebanks are a well-established means of building community in the UK. We could have a simple bank book system, in which people getting support sign the notebook that all participants have. Word of mouth would be the means of setting up sessions. Benefits
"Market economics value what is scarce - not the real work of society which is caring, loving,
being a citizen, a neighbour and a human being.’"
Dr Edgar Cahn Dr Edgar Kahn, founder of international time banking movement Create a network of support in the form of family, friends, neighbours and community. Reduce risks of social isolation, vandalism, crime, poor health, no feeling of community Create a fit and healthy community that can function and to grow, by drawing people together and by developing mutual friendships and support. Bring people together in a spirit of equality Value and record contributions to community life Build an individual’s confidence and skills Build community networks and knowledge Get things done that wouldn’t get done otherwise (by funding in time credits) Encourage community participation

· Telegraph Time description

· Results of survey (coming in the autumn)