National Volunteer Week, which takes place from April 18 to 24, is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the impact that volunteer service can have on a community. It’s also an ideal time to learn more about the other benefits of donating your time to a worthy cause. Boost your physical and mental health Various studies have shown that volunteering can contribute to better physical health. Depending on the type of activities you do as a volunteer, you can actually reduce your risk of high blood pressure and heart disease, lessen symptoms of chronic pain, improve cognitive function and even live longer. What’s more, volunteering can do wonders for your mental health. The social contact and sense of purpose that come with volunteering help reduce stress, anger, anxiety and
depression. It can also improve your self-confidence and overall well-being. Connect with a larger community Since it was first established in 1974, National Volunteer Week has grown exponentially. Today, thousands of volunteer projects and special events are organized throughout the week, bringing together people from all walks of life who want to help their communities. If you want to give back and enjoy the benefits of volunteering, you can use the Points of Light Engage database to find thousands of opportunities in your neighborhood and around the world. Visit engage. pointsoflight.org today.
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ROCKLAND HELP CENTRE CENTRE D’AIDE ROCKLAND Un gros merci spécial aux bénévoles! Special thanks to all volunteers! Le Centre d’aide Rockland Help Centre est un organisme de bienfaisance enregistré en opération
The Rockland Help Centre is a Registered Charity and has been in operation since 1992. Its goal is to provide assistance to the less fortunate residents of our community who are in need of food and clothing. The Rockland Help Centre always needs your help and support; people can help by becoming volunteers or by making a donation. The Rockland Help Centre provides income tax receipts for all money donations.
depuis 1992. Son objectif est de fournir de l’aide aux résidents les moins fortunés de notre communauté qui ont besoin de nourriture et de vêtements. Le Centre d’Aide Rockland Help Centre a besoin de votre soutien en tout temps; toute personne peut participer en devenant bénévole ou en effectuant un don. Le Centre d’Aide Rockland Help Centre émettra au besoin un reçu pour fins d’impôts pour tous les dons en argent.
2815, rue Chamberland, Rockland ON K4K 1K6 • 613-446-7594
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