We are too! Maybe you’ve noticed that the economy is down (although hopefully, hopefully recovering) and costs are up, but one thing that never changes is how grateful we are to our volunteers!
Volunteers help mitigate the stress of climbing bills and shrinking funding opportunities. They have saved us from the most dreaded of tasks (fixing computers) and provided the most needed of services (counseling, meals, chaplaincy, and more). So here’s wishing a happy National Volunteer Week to the crew at the Respite. We couldn’t do what we do without you!
According to the the nursing and admin staff, because of volunteers . . .
“Clients get a chance to really socialize and participate in fun activities”
“I don’t spend hours and hours fixing computers!”
“Our clients receive extra support, friendship, and care above and beyond our basic services.”
“Our clients are surrounded by friends and neighbors who really care.”
“We are able to provide homecooked meals, flowers, juggling and entertainment, even holiday gifts!”
“I’m closing the last gaps in my paperwork, which is amazing!”
“We spend more one-on-one time with each client, which is inestimably valuable. Without volunteers, I’d spend more time on paperwork and obstacles. This way, we can really provide top-notch service and care.”
Thanks to everyone who donated time and talent this past year!
Sometimes we all feel like we’re juggling – work, bills, family, health – it can seem like a lot. The Center for Respite Care’s staff and clients are no exception. Like most nonprofits, we’re always trying to keep overhead as low as possible. And our clients often stress over health problems, fractured relationships, rebuilding, dealing with lots of paperwork (getting ID’s, food stamps, etc.), and the day-to-day inconveniences of being poor. Waiting for a late bus when you’re trying to get to the doctor is no joke!
