In Swindon, the local council threatened to cut back on resources and help for seniors in sheltered housing--including slashing the number of on-site staff, or wardens, for each residence. The wardens there are essential supports, friends, and lifelines to older folks. When ACORN got wind of the plans, they united with the residents of the sheltered housing and, like ACORN does, raised hell to keep the quality of life they deserve. 

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