Community Cupboards Almost Bare Two Strathroy foodbanks are finding their cupboards are empty - ing more frequently because more people are coming to them for help, thanks to daily increases in the cost of living. The foodbank at Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) is avail - able to anyone, regardless of age, including seniors. However, access is limited to once a month to ensure they don't run critical- ly low on essential items. “In a small town, rising costs don’t just strain wallets—they strain hearts,” says Michelle Helkaa, Community Employment Specialist at YOU. “Food donations are a lifeline for our most vulnerable neighbours, ensuring that the homeless, our youth, and our seniors are nourished not just with meals, but with dig - nity and hope.” YOU's list of needed items includes things you might find in your pantry or cupboards. “We also have a large chest freezer and two fridges to store things that need to be kept cold,” Michelle adds. “Unfortunate - ly, we can’t accept fresh produce because we don’t know when someone will access it.” Food or monetary donations can be dropped off at 32 Front Street West, across from Back Alley Burrito in Strathroy, Monday to Fri - day, 9 am to 4:30 pm. For more information, contact Michelle Helkaa at 519-282-5750, Kristan Foley at 519-852-7719, or the YOU Strathroy main line by calling 519-432-1112, ext. 501. The Women’s Rural Resource Centre (WRRC) has also put out a call on their social media, asking for donations for their Food Same caring, professional staff – now located down the hall. CLOSED The Middlesex-London Health Unit’s Main Office in the Shops on Sydenham will close on September 30. The Dental Clinic will remain open. Clients booked for Sexual Health and Vaccination Clinics will be seen in the Dental Clinic. Drop off your well-water samples here too! Questions: strathroyoffice@mlhu.on.ca 519-663-5317
Cupboard program, which supports local individuals, children and families facing tough times. Their shelves are nearly bare as well. Like YOU, WRRC will ac - cept typical pantry items with good expiry dates and unopened boxes, along with any personal care items. “We also support clients with grocery and gas cards and have a freezer and fridge to store milk, eggs and meat for the communi- ty,” adds Vidhya Sunitha Pushpajanpillai, Administrative Coordi - nator at WRRC. Donations can be dropped off anytime at WRRC, 145 Beech Street, Strathroy. For more information, contact Vidhya at vid - hyap@wrrcsa.org or 519-246-1526, x 601.
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