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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-02-09, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9,1994. Making contact Shelley Bray is the voice on the phone tor the Ark Interlink program recently beginning in Brussels. Interlink will provide service and companionship to temporarily or permanently immobile people. Ark Interlink program begins By Bonnie Gropp A community program linking youth to people who are temporari­ ly or permanently immobile is being introduced in Brussels. Sallianne Patch, executive direc­ tor of the youth drop-in centre, The Ark, is initiating Ark Interlink, a service provided by the young peo­ ple from the Ark on a volunteer basis. Co-ordinator Shelley Bray says the young people, from Grades 7, 8 and 9 will be available to help dur­ ing the hours of 4-8 p.m. Monday to Friday. Weekends will be strict­ ly for essential service, she said. People interested in being "linked" with one of the Ark youths will be assessed by Mrs. Patch, after first contacting her or Ms Bray. Their name is listed by Ms Bray and they are then partnered with a teen or team member. "We thought the idea of them being part­ nered with someone was good as they would become familiar and a special bond may develop," says Ms Bray. "For the kids it will give them a sense of responsibility and experience." Mrs. Patch says the program has been designed to enhance the com­ munity bonding of young people by linking their energy with the practi­ cal needs of other citizens - their partners. She said it is hoped that team members will gain from the experience of being part of a com­ mon enterprise, perceiving anoth­ er's needs, demonstrating their value as a person and making choices and seeing them through. The teens, who may be called upon to run errands, shovel a walk or rake the leaves will receive no monetary benefit. However, each partner, after a successful assess­ ment will be given five "Link" cards. On the completion of each task one card will be given to the team member, who will record the service the date and the time the task took, then sign it. Cards will be taken to the Ark; from where they will be collected on a weekly basis by Mrs. Patch. After five tasks have been com­ pleted, Mrs. Patch will revisit the partners to discuss how things have gone. If things are fine the partner will receive another five cards. When a team member has a point value of 200, or 20 cards, they will receive a gift of appreciation from The Ark, Mrs. Patch says. All partners' requests must be done through Ms Bray by calling 887-9382 or Mrs. Patch at 887- 6024. There is an answering machine and Mrs. Patch says no call will go unretumed. Brochures and pamphlets are being distributed to groups that may benefit from or be interested in the Ark Interlink program. Mrs. Patch said that interest thus far has been encouraging with five partners and 10 team members already signed. Legion darters compete By Sandra Josling Zone C-l doubles darts were held at the Brussels Legion on Saturday, Jan. 15. Members representing all the 13 branches in the Zone were in attendance. Ernie Haycock and Steve Cochrane from the Brussels branch finished first and qualified for the district doubles, which will be played later in the year. Eric Ross and Bob Richardson also qualified for the district play. Other branch members playing that didn’t qualify were Linda Bird and Margo Richardson and Cathy Haycock and Sandra Josling. The fraternal members played doubles darts in Goderich on Saturday, Jan. 15. The team of Marge Adams and Andy Adams placed second. Results of the Tuesday night mixed darts are as follows: Deb Best and Sandra Josling, first with six wins; Martha Logan, Dave Adams and Kathy Cochrane, second with four wins; high shooters, Dave Adams (140) and Kathy Cochrane (121); high start, Rick Johnston (100). The next euchre will be held on Feb. 2 at 7:45 p.m. Keith Mulvey Doug Sholdlce 887-9083 887-9820 all weekend! Dine out for Valentine’s Sat. Feb. 12 5-9 p.m. CHINESE SMORGASBORD A complimentary carnation for your special lady Reservations Recommended People Brussels Community Dining met in the United Church on Thursday, Jan. 27. Despite illness and bad weather 19 diners were able to enjoy a delicious meal. The Black Forest cake was a hit with everyone. Three volunteers from Brussels Public School were: Jason Walker, Scott Somers and Heather Majestic euchre Nine tables of euchre were played at the Majestic Women's Institute card party on Feb. 1. 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