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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2016-10-26, Page 3Meals on Wheels delivers help daily Jefferson House Special to the News Record In all seasons, Meals On Wheels through ONECARE in Clinton is on the road delivering food to those in need of a nutritious meal. The program is geared towards those who have diffi- culty cooking for themselves which is mostly individuals that are recently out of hospi- tal care, the elderly or those who live on their own. The food is distributed over the noon hour from Monday to Friday. Special menus are available for those with dietary restrictions. Meals on Wheels is a large operation. However because its work is behind the scenes, not everyone knows about what they do. Their reach is far including Clinton, Exeter, Goderich, Seaforth and Stratford. On top of that, Meals On Wheels is attempt- ing to expand to more rural areas in order to reach more individuals in need. Annually, the program serves a whopping 31,000 meals. "That can make a differ- ence for someone that needs it," says Shelley McPhee Haist, Manager of Commu- nications and Fundraising. Haist also states that volunteers are needed and always greatly appreciated. The meals are delivered door to door by volunteers, each having a specific route and homes to deliver to. The meals are made within com- mercial kitchens located at ONECARE and prepared by qualified staff, and a total of roughly 400 volunteers help with the delivery system. Meals On Wheels is bene- ficial in a number of ways. First, it enables people to stay living in their own homes. For many people, when they are unable to cook for themselves, they assume that moving into a care facility is their only option. Meals on Wheels provides an alternative to that. It's also beneficial in pro- viding a healthy meal. Stud- ies show that with a healthy diet, a person's physical health and mental health are positively impacted. For someone who lives on their own, it can also be comforting for a volunteer to come to their door every day with a fresh meal along with a smile. For some people, they depend on these meals every day. There are fees for the meals which range from $4 for a frozen entree to under $8 for a full, hot meal. Financial OBRA and REACH address cancer awareness October 14 marked the 4th annual Ontario Barrel Rac- ing Association Champion- ship series finals at REACH Huron in Clinton Ontario. The finals brings the very best of competition together under one roof, they are the elite of barrel racers in Ontario. OBRA President Adam Harrison felt that the finals were the perfect stage for the OBRA to join in the fight against cancer. OBRA part- nered with REACH Huron to dedicate the weekend to fundraising and bringing awareness to the brave local families who are fighting cancer. On Saturday evening, three-year-old Goderich resident Hunter Thomas Costello was the recipient of a $1000.00 cash donation from the Ontario Barrel Rac- ing Association. An additional $600.00 was raised by the OBRA through the Kinsmen breakfast at the Central Huron Libro Com- munity Hall to be distributed by the Kinsmen to the Clin- ton Hospital. The weekend was filled with memorable moments and REACH Huron was privileged to be able to bring together people from across Eastern Canada to celebrate sports and friendships. For updates on Hunter's condition, visit the Huntie Hotline on Facebook. subsidies are offered to clients who are eligible following a financial assessment. If you are looking for more information about ONE CARE or Meals On Wheels, you can visit the website or call 1-877-502-8277. Wednesday, October 26, 2016 • News Record 3 are calirno ,_• i"I App iNIStN,4TIO1 a.¢ 0 ADULT DAT CENTR. hcimer . Justine Alkema/Clinton News Record One volunteer, Fred, bringing food to his vehicle to deliver to homes in the surrounding area. F 444,ji 2Ukg ehie ar-llapuurpeoun, #1: mg Ilek pied Pivezi int doop �e¢? r Spend more time enjoying the warmth of good friends at Harbour Hill and leave the rest to us. Suites from $2900 per month, including independent care, all meals and snacks, 24 hour emergency service, activities, housekeeping and that's just the start. Call us today to book your personalized visit and enjoy lunch on us. 104 Suncoast Drive East, Goderich harbourhillsuites.com • 519.440.0110 Independent and enhanced care. Short term and recuperative stays.