The Corporation of the Town of Cobourg

TAKES THIS OPPORTUNITY TO PRAISE THE EFFORTS OF ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS

Mayor Gil Brocanier, Council and Staff

A Heartfelt

Thank You

from Northumberland United Way

Volunteering is the most fundamental act of citizenship and philanthropy in our society. It is offering time, energy and skills of one's own free will. By caring and contributing to change, volunteers decrease suffering and disparity, while they gain skills, self-esteem and change their lives. People work to improve the lives of their neighbors and, in return, enhance their own. Northumberland United Way is very proud to have been part of this community for over 40 years. Over the years, there have been countless volunteer hours donated by people who share their belief in our community. Volunteers are vital to the success of our organization and work very hard to help people have a better life within Northumberland County. At Northumberland United Way, there is a seventeen-member volunteer Board that is responsible for governing the organization, as well as allocating donor dollars where they are needed the most through member agencies, grants and United Way community programs. SeniorS * Delivering food for an organization for which volunteers deliver hot meals to seniors to help them maintain their independence. * Transporting and accompanying seniors to appointments or running errands for them. * Facilitating activities in seniors' centres: fitness sessions, arts and crafts workshops, bingo, social activities, and cultural outings.

Christine

Volunteer Driver

"I Am Your Children's Aid."

The Children's Aid Society of Northumberland We also have numerous volunteers who work on our annual campaign. Over 300 volunteers worked together in 2010 making our campaign the most successful one to date. The United Way also relies on another group of volunteers who complete an annual review of the member agencies. These are the volunteers who make up the Community Review Panels. These volunteers review funding requests, complete site visits and work together to make funding recommendations to the Board of Directors. This process allows people in the community to determine where donor dollars would make the most impact in this community. Every year for the past 14 years, an Annual Day of Caring has been held. This year, it will take place on June 3, 2011. Six local industries work together to make a real difference on this day. Nearly 200 volunteers come out and work on projects that assist United Way member agencies and numerous other local charities and not-for-profit organizations. The completion of these projects makes a tremendous impact to the lives of

I retired five years ago and moved to Northumberland County to be closer to my daughter and grand-daughter. I have been driving for The Children's Aid Society of Northumberland for 2 years. I drive whenever and wherever needed, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. I have two grown children of my own, and four grandchildren. My daughter who worked for a Children's Aid suggested I consider volunteering as a driver because of my ability to connect with children and as a way to get to know my new community. I really enjoy being a volunteer driver - it is a great way to serve my community, be part of the Children's Aid volunteer team and keep busy. No matter if I drive a child once or a group of children weekly I find the time I share with them very rewarding.

1-905-372-1821 www.northumberlandcas.org

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Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies

The staff at the

Cobourg Public Library

wish to thank more than

50 volunteers

for giving so much of their time and sharing their unique skills and talents. The entire community benefits through your generosity.

many, and the industries and employees should be applauded for all their hard work and dedication. The Northumberland United Way also recognizes the volunteers who assisted their partnership and collaborations, such as the Back Pack Program, Leadership Development Services, Food 4 All Warehouse and Info Northumberland. Info Northumberland maintains a Volunteer Opportunities database and assist people in matching their

Lend a hand; you have many options to choose from

Children * Giving time at day cares, camps, schools, museums, community centres, etc. * Providing company for children at hospitals and rehabilitation centres. * Facilitating cultural and recreational activities. * Mentoring children through organizations such as Big Brother / Big Sister hoSpitalS * Visiting elderly residents in extended care facilities. * Staffing snack bars, cafeterias, gift shops, and escorting patients to appointments. * Palliative care: accompanying terminally ill patients, comforting and offering moral support to family members. Community Care Northumberland Honours Two Outstanding Volunteer Award Winners Community Care Northumberland is pleased to honour two volunteers; Gladys Andrus and Anne Fear as recipients of special achievement awards. The annual James "Jim" Bryson Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding contribution made by a Community Care Northumberland volunteer in promoting the agency and enhancing the quality of life for our clients. Gladys Andrus, has been a vital part of our organization for most of its existence, and was instrumental in reaching out to an outlying rural area, that is still active today. "It was a really fortunate day in my life when I decided to volunteer with Port Hope Community Care. Over the years I have watched it grow and evolve into a great community organization and it is my privilege to have been part of that process as I volunteered along the way" said Gladys. In 1991, the Ministry of Community and Social Services presented Gladys an award to honour her for the 2,500 hours of volunteer service. This year she also received a 25 year service pin at the Ontario Volunteer Service Award celebration. "Many personal benefits have been gained from these volunteer years as well: new friends, numerous trips to (previously) unknown hospitals and medical centres and, frequent ice cream cones during the summer months " said Gladys. "And, as with everyone, there were a few bumps along life's road but during those times I found volunteering to be the very best therapy" "All in all", said Gladys "it's been a great 25 years and I thank you, one and all for allowing me the opportunity to help others, I'm truly grateful." skills to local volunteer opportunities. There are so many volunteers who play significant roles in the United Way. From developing policies to eating chili, the impact that is felt throughout the county is enormous and is due to the generosity and strength of our volunteers. We want to thank them for all their hard work and continued dedication!

Lou Rinaldi, M.P.P.

NORTHUMBERLAND QUINTE WEST

Thank you

Women * Giving time at women's employment, health, or reference centres. * Doing active listening or sharing specific skills at day centres or shelters. * Offering all kinds of aid to single mothers, homeless women, or sexual assault victims.

Community Care Northumberland Honours Two Outstanding Volunteer Award Winners

As a newly integrated agency that now includes Hospice programs, Community Care Northumberland is also pleased to announce that on April 10th, 2011 Anne Fear, will join the June Callwood Circle of Outstanding Hospice Volunteers. The award was named for the late June Callwood, volunteer, founder of Casey House Hospice, community activist, author and recipient of the Order of Canada. Anne Fear will join the now 375 inductees who have received this award. Ms. Fear has volunteered with Hospice in Brighton since 2004, contributing more than 100 hours of service in 2010. "Anne provides consistently outstanding client service, rarely turning down a request. She has served on the board of the former Hospice Northumberland Lakeshore and been actively involved in raising awareness of hospice in the community," said Brighton coordinator Katherine Flindall. Ms. Fear was integral in preparations for the former Hospice Northumberland Lakeshore organization in achieving the Hospice Association of Ontario (HAO) Level One accreditation and has worked tirelessly to ensure that it was maintained through the recent integration process. "Most importantly, Anne is truly there for her clients and fellow volunteers," Ms. Flindall said. "She will take on any assignment, big or small, if it will result in something positive for hospice clients."

"A Heartfelt Thanks to all the Agencies and Individuals that Make Northumberland County So Special." Get Informed... Get Involved... and Help Make A Difference in Your Community

1.800.263.3980 (905)-372-4000 (613)-392-3038 www.lourinaldi.com

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