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Canadian Diabetes Association
Pick-up of reusable clothing and small household items. Call 732-1125.
Caregivers support network
For people providing care to a loved one at home or in the community. Resources and support available. Info: 279-7034
Coaches needed
For youth basketball team at Steveston community centre. Training supplied. Info: Suzanne or Berrie at 277-6812.
Family Support Program
New volunteer program at Touchstone Family Association, 120-6411 Buswell. Six-month commitment, 3 hrs. a week to work as a children's program assistant. Excellent career training. Info: 279-5599, ext. 110.
Puppy walkers needed
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind seeks families to care for puppies for one year until they are able to train for guide dog services. Info: 270-2432.
Richmond Community Hospice Foundation
Seeking volunteers to join the board of directors or to assist in fundraising activities. Please call or fax a letter of interest to 279-7140.
Richmond Food Bank
Food donations are accepted at the food bank at Steveston Industrial Park, 135-12417 No. 2 Rd. (south of Moncton) weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the third Tuesday of each month, 6-7 p.m. Tax receipts issued for cash donations. Info: 271-5609. Distribution is Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the third Tuesday of the month, 6-7 p.m.
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.
Richmond Therapeutic Equestrian Society
Looking for volunteer helps for its horseback riding program for children with disabilities. Program operates in Richmond Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., volunteers come in once a week. Call 817-9631.
SOS Children's Village
Public presentations on its history and progress available, included is the video "Giving Children a Chance -the SOS Family Solution" outlining the features and objectives of providing a family environment for children in need of a home. Info: Lois Bouchard at 275-3309 or Geraldine Warnke at 271-6279.
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. Clean clothing, household items, toys, books or sporting goods can be dropped off at 3800 Moncton St. (back lane behind the Net Shed Cafe). 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.
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.
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