Two Greater Manchester Police PCSOs have been praised for going above and beyond.
Their actions included checking on the welfare of a vulnerable man in Rochdale, taking him shopping and delivering a television and washing machine.
PCSOs Colin Taylor and Paul Dawson were checking in on the man in the Firgrove area after a call from a concerned relative.
Once inside his address, they realised the 68-year-old man was struggling to care for himself.
PS Matthew Honey offered a great deal of praise: "They could see the man had no food in his fridge so they took him shopping during their lunch hour instead of taking a break.
"They drove him to the shop, helped with the shopping and the trolley inside, and then drove him back to his address.
"They have also passed on crucial details so that the correct agencies can help him going forward.
"They have gone above and beyond the call of duty but that is nothing less than I would expect from my team.
"Acts like this are not a one-off and we are committed to helping the most vulnerable people on our beats."
The PCSOs have been back to see the man to deliver a television and a washing machine donated by a member of the public.
PCSO Dawson said: "We treated him as we would want our own families to be treated.
"We heard that he didn’t feel up to going out but when we offered to take him, he lit up and it touched him.
"For us, this is our bread and butter and serving the community is the most rewarding part of the job.
"Our referrals to other agencies will now ensure he has everything he needs."
The man's sister, who wishes to remain anonymous, described the PCSOs as 'angels'.
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