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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-02-22, Page 1010 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, February 22, 2006 Volunteers needed to help out Red Cross By Pat Bolen TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — "We really need something like this to make sure we're ready for the next disaster.We'd rather have you trained now than later," is how Huron Perth branch Canadian Red Cross Disaster Services co-ordina- tor Kelly MacGrandles describes the need for volun- teers in the Exeter area. MacGrandles said the Red Cross is seeking 10 volun- teers in the area to become part of a team that will respond in the event of a disaster such as a fire or flood. According to MacGrandles, training is provided free to those 18 years of age and older who have undergone a valid police check. "We'd like as many as possible...what we're looking for is to have people trained so in the event of a disaster they're already trained and ready to go. "What we found during Hurricane Katrina was a lot of people would come in and say `I want to help' but they weren't trained....this way in the event of a flood or a tornado, we have trained volunteers we could call on. "We provide the training They don't need specialized first aid training. It's all provided." While MacGrandles said people with skills such as medical and engineering training are an asset, it is not required. She added if enough people are interested a training course will be run in Exeter. The first part of the training, according to MacGrandles is a self study home booklet on the Red Cross and its principles. "They learn about the phases of emergency response and how the Red Cross fits into that. "And then they have a weekend training session which is the more involved one. You learn how to fill out the forms, how to work with people who have been affected by disasters and what to expect when you're working in a shelter situation. Once you have this training you are now qualified to help out with disaster situations." One of the jobs she said volunteers might be doing in an emergency would be registration and inquiry at a shelter, where they would be asking questions about addresses and special needs. "They would also be working in a shelter so they might be responsible for finding personal needs such as diapers, baby items and glasses things like that." MacGrandles said most of the work is field work. "You're working directly with the people who are affect- ed. You're definitely first line." More training is also available for volunteers who wish to continue and move up to management levels with the Red Cross such as managing a shelter. Volunteers wishing to help during emergencies must arrange it with their employers, but MacGrandles said the Red Cross doesn't force volunteers to go. Those wishing to volunteer can contact MacGrandles at 273-9339 or kelly.macgrandles@redcross.ca. The Zurich diners recently helped Josephine Denomme entertain her family to a meal prior to her 80th birthday celebra- tion. Shown in picture, seated are Leeta, Jossie and son Stephen and standing are daughters Danica and Jenaye. The diners' guest speaker was Cindy Raeburn from Curves in Exeter speaking on breast cancer and the making of their calen- dar and the success of the fund raising of the pink ribbon girls for breast cancer. Card games and shuffle- board completed the afternoon. (photo/sub- mitted) Crokinole club meets inVarna By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESPONDENT VARNA church service was in Goshen Church on Sunday with Dan Keys lighting the Christ can- dle. Pastor Elly spoke to the chil- dren on "Try It You,ll Like It".Elly's message was "Rigidity and Arrogance Block Grace". Ralph Stephenson brought his beautiful amarlyis and shared it with the congregation. Following the service a Hot dog luncheon was served by the Goshen congregation with all pro- ceeds going to Camp Menesetung. World Day of Prayer is to be held Tues., March 7 instead of March 14 at Kippen United Church at 7:30 pm with Goshen, Brucefield and Varna U.C.W. The Crokinole Club met last Tues., Feb. 14 at the Varna Church. Members were paired together by drawing cards to play doubles. Joe Fulop and Bob Russell were high with 39 points, Charles Reid and Ivan McClymont had 36, Ronnie Coleman and Bob Robilliard with 32 and Margaret Hayter and Joan Beierling with 27. The Club will meet on Tues., Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. in the church for singles play. Varna, Goshen Time and Talent Auction Fri., March 31 at the Varna Complex. The Doors will open at 6:45 for viewing. The auction will start at 7:30 p.m. with Auctioneer Bob Heywood. There will also be a silent auction table and looney auctions. Admission is $5 and this will include your dessert and door prize ticket and lots of entertain- ment. Please be creative and add to the Auction Item Donations List. Contact Elly Van Bergen for more information or to give donations. The Carry On Cloggers present "Reel Movies" April 9 at the Blyth Theatre with two shows at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Contact Deb at 233-9153 for tickets or more information. VARNA NEWS Speaker at Precious Blood talks about Katrina EXETER - Precious Blood Catholic Women's League News The monthly meeting of Precious Blood Catholic Women's league was held Feb. 14 following the 7 p.m. Mass. The meeting was opened with the League Prayer. Margaret Medd introduced the guest speaker, Scott Calamusa who spoke about his return visit to New Orleans where his relatives lived. Scott had pictures of the aftermath of Katrina showing the destruction. He is hopeful that this region will be rebuilt. Scott is currently living in Exeter and experiencing our wintery weather. The minutes of the last meeting were read. Correspondence consisted of many thank you letters from the grade two class from Precious Blood School for the Reconciliation and Eucharist books that were purchased by the C.W.L. A thank you was received from the Women's Shelter for the items from the W is Christmas Bureau. A thank you also came from Heart Links. Mary Van Rooy read a prayer, "The Cross in my Pocket". Joan Agnew showed the plaque from the Christmas Bureau and announced the Right to Life upcoming events. Nellie Mommersteeg will assist Terri Pearson with the Penny Sale this year. Amendments to the League bylaws were read and voted on. The budget for 2006 was read and passed. Precious Blood Church is o',4. hosting World Day of Prayer this year on March 3 at 7:30 p.m. Luncheon plans were dis- cussed and everyone was encouraged to attend. The January charity was to help Mel Imbroll, a seminarian studying to be a priest and for February the Precious Blood Youth Group will receive $200. The door prizes were won by Truus Boon and Nellie Mommersteeg. The meeting was closed with the Prayer of Vocations. wort♦. 00 Guest speaker for UCW EXETER - The evening unit of Exeter United U.C.W. met in the ladies' parlour on Feb. 13. unit leader, Marion Kerslake opened the meeting with the poem, "Banquets". Following the U.C.W. pur- pose, the worship was conducted by Pat Down, Dorothy Taylor, Norma Cockwill, Mary Jacobe, and Audrey MacGregor. Guest speaker for the evening was Ruth Constable, a story teller from St. Marys. Everyone signed a get well card for Flora Doerr who had the misfortune of a fall. Marion reminded everyone of World Day of Prayer at Precious Blood Church Mar. 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Elsie Hermann announced the U.C.W. Anniversary Service is April 2 with Anna Rowcliffe as speaker. 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