CHILDREN OF CHRISTMAS PAST

Dayna, North End Resident and Reader

“I look forward to the always-prompt delivery of the next edition to my mailbox, and to receiving the email alerting me to its availability! I so appreciate that there remains a local community paper at a time when so many others have ceased publication. It’s been a great introduction to the North End!”

Kristina Santone

“Being a part of the North End Breezes board for the past two years has been a privilege. The team does amazing work within the community and serves as a resource hub for all. They are committed, and most importantly, passionate about preserving the North End’s legacy, while also continuing to foster its growth. Whether you are new to the area, or a longtime resident, I encourage you to volunteer with the Breezes in some capacity if you’re able. This team is small but mighty and they are always looking for more support. I’m grateful for the relationships and community I’ve been able to build while serving on the board.

I’ll be joining Welcome Inn as the Executive Director and look forward to taking on a new role in the North End Community while staying connected to The Breezes. “

SUBMITTED BY MICHELLE FERRERA

As we approach Christmas, a joyous time of year, may we pause for a moment to remember those who are alone. Many Seniors in Retirement and Long term Care homes do not have family, and are not remembered at Christmas time.

A beautiful light exists to shine on this problem, with the work of Jill Harrington, founder of the charity, ‘Children of Christmas Past’. Since 1999 Jill and a bevy of donors and volunteers have provided a Christmas gift to those Seniors in need, which is delivered on Christmas morning. From Niagara to Orangeville, homes with Seniors who are alone, ask the Senior what they would like for Christmas-typically gifts requested are very basic items-and the specifics are placed on a gift tag and hung on a tree for a donor to choose, provide gift, and return with tag.

The gifts are wrapped, tagged, delivered by volunteers to grateful elderly people. Seniors’ need to know they are not forgotten, they are respected and cared for by the community. To connect to this marvelous organization and participate please email: jillmarieharrington@gmail.com