With many retirees experiencing loneliness and loss, one woman discovered crafting helped her deal with grief and build connection .

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Carol Heriot, 71, is grieving the loss of her husband of 52-years, Denis, 77, after losing him to oesophageal cancer after a three year battle in June 2025.

But after having a "really hard six months", Mrs Heriot is grateful to the craft kits she receives monthly because they distract her and give her hope.

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