Year in Review: Point Roberts Circle of Care

A Year of Resilience and Community

2023 has been a year of challenges and triumphs for Point Roberts Circle of Care, a 501c3 charity dedicated to supporting the well-being of our community’s older adults and families in need. As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to reflect on the journey we’ve shared and the impact we’ve made together.

Building bridges: Arising from our commitment to provide the support that residents need to age in place in their homes and community, Circle of Care has built and strengthened relationships with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, its case management department, and with Whatcom County/St Joseph’s Hospice as well as with our local senior center services.

We are assisting hospice in recruiting individuals for a series of trainings to become hospice volunteers. Our executive director, Annelle Norman, has recently volunteered with the community support officer program that provides support at times of bereavement and loss.

The heart of Circle of Care lies in our dedicated volunteers and board of trustees. This year, we saw an outpouring of support from our community members, who gave their time and talents to ensure the well-being of our seniors.

From friendly phone calls to grocery deliveries, to hundreds of volunteer hours to thousands of miles driven providing rides to appointments, collecting prescriptions, and running errands, these acts of kindness made a world of difference in the lives of many.

Looking ahead: As we enter 2024, Circle of Care remains committed to its mission of supporting and empowering older adults in Point Roberts. We have ambitious plans, including expanding our transportation services and continuing the work of the steering committee to build care homes that will enable us to keep our seniors here in the community.

A call to action: We invite you to join us in this journey. Whether you can volunteer your time, donate to our cause, or simply spread the word about our services, every contribution makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that all older adults in Point Roberts feel supported, valued, and connected to our vibrant community.

The following is from one of our trustees, Barb Bradstock: It’s fun picking fruit, taking orders from the community, then making delicious pies with and for friends ... All for the good of our community! Our goal of supporting (mostly) seniors to stay in their homes as long as possible, is helping many in the community. It is satisfying to see how many of us help this cause in so many ways:

1. Circle of Care trustees who assess community needs then plan and participate in our fundraising activities.

2. Community members who pick up prescriptions, drive people to medical appointments, prepare meals, and support Circle of Care fundraising.

3. Community partners who have made Point Roberts safer and more connected to the rest of our county.

Please consider donating to Point Roberts Circle of Care to help us continue our vital work. It is fun and satisfying to be part of this group! If you have an interest in joining us, please let us know.

Please visit our website to learn more at prcircleofcare.com