Help Wanted

Richmond Hospice Association 30-hour training program offered April 9-May 7 at Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Blvd. InfoL 279-7140.

Richmond Museum volunteer programs Volunteer docent training program: every Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon to June 5. Info/register: 231-6457.

Richmond Babysitting Exchange Babysit for each other on a point system, instead of money, weekdays and/or evenings. Richmond divided into small areas of approximately 15-20 families per area. Moms and children get together for daytime play groups; meetings and socials some evenings. Info: Richmond Women's Resource Centre, 279-7060.

Youth housing needed Landlords and other interested responsible adults who have accommodations that are safe and affordable may advertise free of charge on the Youth Bulletin Board located at 120-5760 Minoru Blvd. Ministry of Children and Families Info/to register: Diana at 660-2322.

New clothing and shoes needed For children and teens for next shipment of humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Will issue receipts for income tax purposes based on Fair Market value of materials. For pick-up phone 275-7806 or 277-2175. Ukrainian Canadian Social Services, 6311 Francis Rd.

Richmond Food Bank Food donations are accepted at the food bank at Steveston Industrial Park, 135 - 12417 No. 2 Rd. weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tax receipts issued for cash donations.

Workshop ideas? West Richmond community centre is looking for ideas for some new programs and workshops for all ages. Call 277-9812 or fax them at 277-9877.

Treasure Cottage Thrift Store Proceeds from the sales of donated items at Steveston store will go to the SOS Children's Village of B.C. which is building homes to provide a secure and loving environment to children who have lost their parents. Clothing, household items, toys, books or sporting goods can be dropped off at 3800 Moncton St. Info: 274-8866 or 599-0887.

Volunteer Visitors Needed to help local seniors. Sponsored by Richmond Connections and the continuing care division of the Richmond health department, this service is looking for more helpers. Contact Volunteers for Seniors at 279-7030 at the Caring Place.

Canadian Diabetes Association Pick-up of reusable clothing and small household items. Call 732-1125.

Richmond Marine Rescue Society Looking for the public's support to help purchase a fast response vessel and keep its volunteer training program intact. Members will be canvassing throughout Richmond, with the goal of helping save lives on the water. More information is available by calling Jim Toogood at 275-6710.

The Richmond Anti-Poverty Society Looking for volunteers with carpentry skills to help patch a leaky roof. Contact Roberta Price at 303-0514 or Mirta Carcamo at 241-7607.