Silent Auction now on at Community Care’s Thrift Shop! – until November 23

Administrator | Nov 21, 2013 | Comments 0

Silent Auction at the Thrift Shop just in time for Christmas gifts. Hurry in to place your bid at 281 Main Street.

Stop, browse and shop at Community Care’s Thrift Shop!

Great selection of furniture, lamps, small appliances, dishes, household items, clothing, knick knacks & much more!

The Thrift Shop is operated as a fundraising initiative to ensure that the high quality programs and services of Community Care continue to be available to seniors in Prince Edward County to assist them to live in reasonable independence in their own homes in the community.

At the Community Care for Seniors Thrift Shop we receive donated stock, clean it, repair it and sell it. ALL OF THE INCOME, less operating expenses like heat and hydro, is turned over to Community Care for Seniors in Prince Edward County to help fund the programs of the organization.

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Take your good used items to Prince Edward Community Care’s Thrift Shop
281 Main Street, Picton
Tuesday to Saturday 10 am – 4 pm.
100% of the proceeds go towards helping seniors live at home.
Like the Thrift Shop on Facebook.

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Here a list of other Community Care events:

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Volunteer Drivers escort seniors to medical appointments and essential shopping. If you enjoy driving and meeting people, Prince Edward Community Care for Seniors staff want to discuss with you volunteer opportunities tailored to your availability. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Seniors – need a ride to medical and other appointments?

Prince Edward Community Care offers an escorted transportation program that can maximize your independence with affordable rates, punctuality, personalized service and friendly drivers. Whether you need to travel locally or out of town, this service gets you where you need to go. The volunteer waits with the client while they are in the appointment. Notice of 2-3 days in advance is necessary, same day trips are not available. Call Community Care at 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Home Help/ Homemaking

Seniors who need help with laundry, meal preparation, light cleaning and running errands can arrange for carefully screened workers to come to the home for a reasonable fee. Contact the Prince Edward Community Care office in The Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton, or call 613-476-7493 for more information. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Friendly Visiting

Seniors who are isolated and need some encouragement and support, can find it through Prince Edward Community Care. A friendly volunteer will be matched with the senior for visits in the home. To sign up for this program, or refer someone, call Community Care at 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Help around the home for seniors

If seniors need help with chores at home, either inside or out, Prince Edward Community Care has carefully screened workers at reasonable rates. Help is available with fall lawn maintenance, snow shovelling, light and heavy housework, meal preparation, and respite – both during the day and overnight. For information on this service call the Prince Edward Community Care office located in The Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton at 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Telephone Reassurance Program

Prince Edward Community Care has supportive volunteers that can offer companionship, encouragement and warm friendly conversation to seniors to help alleviate loneliness and help keep people safe. A daily phone call can help maintain independence. To participate, call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Rural Route Reassurance Program

In partnership with Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, Prince Edward Community Care can arrange for your mail courier en route to keep a watchful eye on your home to help keep you safe. This service is free, offering added safety and security to those living in the country. To participate in this service, call Prince Edward Community Care at 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org