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Community Care |
34 Cambridge St. S., 2nd floor |
Health and Support Services |
Lindsay Ontario K9V 3B8 |
City of Kawartha Lakes |
Phone: 705-324-7323 |
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An organization such as Community Care would not be able to provide the services and support that it does without the invaluable contributions made by so many volunteers throughout each and every year. more...
An organization such as Community Care would not be able to provide the services and support that it does without the invaluable contributions made by so many volunteers throughout each and every year.
“You truly are the lifeblood of our organization,” Community Care board of directors co-chair Val Harris told the more than 200 people assembled at the Dunsford Community Centre in April for the agency’s annual salute to its volunteers.
“Not only are you an important component of the Community Care team, but due to the unique nature of our organization’s structure and our community’s demographics and geography, you are often the face of Community Care for the public who may not deal directly with our administrative staff,” Val said in her tribute. Her comments were echoed by Community Care executive director Valmay Barkey, and master of ceremonies Glenn Wilcox, who is also a member of the board of directors.
The theme of the 2008 Volunteer Appreciation Week in Canada was “From Compassion to Action.” Glenn explained that as a relatively new member of the agency’s board, he has quickly come to appreciate how so many of our organization’s volunteers possess a special element of care and willingness to help that indeed moves them from a state of compassion to a willingness to “roll up your sleeves and help out in whatever way it is needed.”
Those in attendance were treated to new agency lapel pins for people who have contributed 5, 10, 15 and 20 years of service. Any volunteers who are eligible for such a pin can get theirs by contacting their local office, or by calling Community Care volunteer co-ordinator Leighanne Quibell at 324-7323, ex. 239.
“We hope that our volunteers wear the pins with pride, and that if anyone asks them about the pin, that they tell others about our agency,” Leighanne said. Val Harris urged any and all volunteers to avoid ever underestimating their value to the organization. “Whether you are a volunteer drive who helps enhance lives by getting local residents to where they need to go, whether you bring quality of life by delivering Meals on Wheels, whether you assist by answering the phone and greeting the public’s inquiries in one of our offices, or whether you help out at our various fundraising events, please know how appreciative everyone at Community Care is of your contributions to the agency. We couldn’t do it without you!”