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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-02-23, Page 32PAGE 32. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23,1994. Ark Interlink What is "Ark Interlink?" Ark Interlink is a service provided by young people from The Ark for people in the community on a volunteer basis. • Can’t reach the box under the bed or on top of the cupboard? • Need a light bulb changed? • Ran out of sugar or milk? • Need a letter or payments delivered? • Need a prescription picked up? • The walkway needs clearing, grass cutting, leaves raked? • Library books or videos need returning? Call Ark Interlink for Free, reliable, friendly service. There's No Answer! Ark Interlink will always return your call. If you get the answering machine, you will hear: "You have reached Ark Interlink please leave a message." or "You have reached 887-6024 please leave a message." 1) wait for beep 2) say your name 3) your telephone number 4) the time you are calling For Your Information Who needs the service? The service is available for people of any age, who are limited in their ability to be mobile, either temporarily or permanently. When is the service available? The team members are available between the hours: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Does it cost anything? No. You are provided with "LINK" cards. When an errand or task is completed, you will give the team member a "LINK" card. How do I contact Ark Interlink? By telephone, between the hours of 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. • Essential service only on Saturday and Sunday. All requests must go through the co-ordinator Please call: what area does ARK Interlink serve? The service is provided both in town and rurally, but must be within walking distance for the nearest team member. Mission Statement Ark Interlink is a program to enhance the community bonding of young people by linking their energy with the practical needs of other citizens - their partners. Shelley: 887-9382 or Sallianne: 887-6024 Benefits Ark Interlink allows the team members to gain the experience of: • being valued as a person • making choices and seeing them through • playing a part in a common enterprise • being responsible for others • receiving, giving and sharing ideas and information