A letter of thanks from Chris Cole and Waipuna Hospice This was the fifth occasion that members of our wonderful club toured some of the many retirement villages and rest homes in BOP to bring a bit of Christmas Cheer to the residents. It was another outstanding success. For many years a number of BOP VCC club members give of their time to clean and service the fleet of cars that take nurses from Waipuna Hospice to visit the 600 or more patients still living in their homes throughout the Bay. Our club has therefore developed a close association with the Hospice which has to raise a huge amount of money each year to be able to continue its work. The run commenced at Omokoroa Country Estate, where, in return for a $10 donation to the Hospice, many elderly residents were given a ride around the peninsula. We then proceeded to Waipuna Hospice where a lovely morning tea had been laid on for us for a donation of $5.00 each to the Hospice. At the previous club night, a raffle also produced a further amount to be presented to the Hospice. I have just received the attached Certificate of Appreciation 'In recognition of 2017 Christmas Cheer Run raising $1051.30 for Waipuna Hospice'. Well done, everyone.
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