“A couple who accessed the community food bank was facing eviction from their home. They also welcomed their first child during the pandemic, which put extra stress on the family. They were [...]
“United In Conversation” – an innovative, signature community conversation framework. United In Conversation events will bring people together to learn and unlearn in collaborative, interactive [...]
“If you spend just five minutes making your decision about your United Way gift, some serious magic can happen. Our own local United Way team of volunteers and staff will spend [...]
Abused women living rurally face many challenges in leaving an abusive partner. Even in these modern times, some farms are completely off the grid and far from neighboring homes, and this makes [...]
“I have been very fortunate to have gotten through struggles in my life and in my family with support. My desire to donate to United Way began in my first full time job working in a [...]
“Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an increased need for emergency shelter for youth . This past summer, we were able to arrange for a homeless youth to stay at a local [...]
“I have suffered from anxiety and depression for over 30 years, but I have been stable now for the last 8 years. Then the COVID pandemic hit, and my dog passed away. Without the support [...]
“I am 29 years old and I have two children. I came to the Walk-In Counselling program funded by United Way for the first time. I had no idea what to expect, but I knew if I didn’t get [...]
Access to transportation is considered essential to seniors’ quality of life and their sense of freedom and independence to come and go from places. Volunteers play a crucial role in helping to [...]
Social isolation results when individuals do not have significant contact with others which can impact their quality of life. There are several things that may contribute to individuals becoming [...]
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