Today is Unsung Heroes Day!
It’s an exclusive look into the lives of some of Northumberland’s outstanding leaders in the community who have stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic, including Amelia Huffman with the Alzheimer Society of Hastings Prince Edward.
The local alzheimer society continues to connect with its clients/caregivers virtually, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The charitable organization – which provides services in Brighton as well as Hastings and Prince Edward Counties – offers free virtual education sessions, online/phone social opportunities and more, helping to connect with seniors in our community.
Through contactless home drop-offs, the Sending Our Love campaign provided activity packages were delivered to clients – the activity kits included a variety of activity items, donated by community partners.
The 2020 (virtual) Shaken Not Stirred Ladies Night Out fundraiser in November, also helped to raise awareness. (The new, online Facebook auction raised more than $1,500 for local programs/services in the Quinte region.)
The Alzheimer Society of Hastings Prince Edward continues to provide helpful information for clients and their families about the signs/symptoms of alzheimer’s and memory loss, when spending more time at home.
Fundraising walks are happening virtually in four local communities this month, (Brighton, Quinte West, Belleville and Prince Edward County) on May 30. Participants and local businesses are encouraged to register online and participate on May 30, to help fundraise and raise awareness about the local programs/services available.
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