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Getting Ready for a Fun, Full Fall
Getting Ready for a Fun, Full Fall
Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent
People of all ages seemed excited to learn about local programs and other opportunities they might be interested in for the fall and winter months at the Fall Community Information Night at the Vegreville Social Centre on September 10.
Tourism Coordinator for Vegreville, Michelle Gladys, explained that there were 45 organizations registered. “This event brings together community organizations in one place, giving residents of Vegreville and the surrounding area the chance to discover the wide variety of sports, music, dance, educational programs, supports, chances to volunteer, and other opportunities available in our vibrant community.”
One of these new supports was Apidae Compassion Care. Care Manager Donna Krider shared that they will be available as soon as, they have clients to come in for. Krider explained that they are home care, but are more about quality care than quantity care. “Home care is a great organization. I worked there for many years. But we only have one or two caregivers per client, and we don’t have a lot coming in. This is meant to allow people to stay in their homes; they can live comfortably, and have someone come in and take care of them according to what their needs are. There is a charge, but Blue Cross covers most of it.”
Professionals from taproot Coummunity Support Services were on site. Their pamphlet cites that the Caring Family Program is a voluntary, free program that provides in-home parenting education and family support services to expectant parents and those with children newborn to age six. Caring Families is an early intervention strategy designed to foster healthy child development based on the goals and needs of the family and within the context of the family home.
As well, Rotary/ Interact Club of Vegreville had a booth, which explained that their group believes by actively engaging in volunteer work throughout the community, they encourage young people to develop strong leadership skills, build lasting friendships, give back in meaningful ways, and make a positive difference both locally and globally. Rotary is for 18 and older, and Interact’s members are 14 to 18.
