Circle of Care had a busy year in 2022. We negotiated a discount for Northwest Airlift insurance. We held Advance Directive workshops in person at the library and on Zoom. Circle of Care volunteers and trustees have provided upwards of:
57 – Rides to doctors, store, Stafholt etc.
33 – Prescriptions collected
22 – Meals specially prepared and
delivered
20+ – Loans of durable medical equipment
12 – Numerous bedside visits to residents
6 – Support to hospice patients in their
homes and in hospice in Bellingham
In June, we sponsored the Community Volunteer Appreciation Day. In August, we made-to-order over 45 blackberry pies. In October, we made to order over 40 apple pies and hosted the Apple Harvest Festival. In December, we made 23 swags, created calendars featuring photographs from some of our talented residents, and had a bake sale at the Holiday Bazaar.
In the last nine months of 2022, we have established a steering committee to turn our vision of an adult family home into a reality. We will have a market feasibility study completed by the end of January 2023.
And now, thoughts from our trustees:
Louise Cassidy: “I am grateful to this wonderful community for your gifts of time and money. You stood by our side as we worked to help each other. We look forward to your continued support as big things come from small beginnings. Small is mighty!”
Robbi Nielson: “I continue to be inspired and grateful for the ongoing commitment and vision of our dedicated board. This year our vision of an adult family home has become clearer and the first steps in the journey have been made. Thanks to all on the Point who have come alongside us and share in the dream!”
Barbara Bradstock: “Circle of Care is our safety net. We provide services and support that the rest of Whatcom County gets more easily.”
Isobel Brophy: “Thank you good people of Point Roberts, our volunteers, friends and benefactors. With your support, this worthy work will carry on.”
Bill Zidel: “We find a way to support our client requests for pickups of medicine and rides, given our limited staff.”
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