Adviser receives recognition for 3D printing PPE for care homes

Lewis (pictured), who is an IFA at Celtic Financial Planning and director trustee of carer supporting charity Newcis, spent the last month making personal protective equipment (PPE) for use in care homes.

By the end of April, Lewis had made 30 face shields and aims to make at least 100 in the weeks to come to support care workers in his area who have struggled to access PPE during the coronavirus pandemic.

The first 30 shields, which were paid for by Celtic FP, were delivered to Newcis and Flintshire County Council for use in care homes.

He said: "I started making the face shields because I wanted to help out and noticed there was a huge shortage of PPE equipment. I had been interested in 3D printing for a while and noticed an effort to print face shields and wanted to take part. I thought it would be a productive use of my time while I was spending more time at home.

"One of my masks was used to allow a carer to go to the funeral of a loved one. It is so important to look after our local community."

Lewis has been a Personal Finance Society (PFS) member since 2007 and the professional body's chief executive Keith Richards lauded the IFA for his efforts.

Richards said: "I applaud Robert, who epitomises the generosity and commitment of financial advisers across the country who go the extra mile to make a real different to people's lives, whether through a formal pro bono programme, local initiative or simply looking out for clients in need plays a vital role in community care and wellbeing.   

"It is great to see a member caring for the care community in this way, while working at home."

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