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The NSC Labor Division would like to thank IBEW Boston Local 103 Brother and co-owner of McDonald Electric Corporation Tom Cooney. His steadfast caring and generosity helps make the impossible - possible. #103sobrietygroup #ntmf #ibew #neca #boston #recovery #nsc #labordivision #NSCDivisions #Healthandsafety #mentalhealth #workplacementalhealth #mentallyhealthyworkplace #psychologicalhealthandsafety #psychosocialriskmanagement #endthestigma

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Whilst the type of care required from an unpaid carer differs from one unpaid carer to another, every unpaid carer has the same common difficulties to cope with. Loneliness, tiredness and worry that they're not doing a good enough job. Why? Because often they've had no prior experience of caring. They've had no training on how to care for someone. By picking up additional caring responsibilities for another person they become 'Time poor'. Quite often there are simply not enough hours in the day. This Christmas please consider gifting an unpaid carer with a gift of time by paying for a respite break hour for them. A £20 donation with gift aid will allow an unpaid carer to have 1 hour to themselves. Caring for someone else is the greatest sacrifice one person can give to another. They deserve it 🙏

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Have you cleaned out your closets yet?! 👚 👗 👔 👢 👡 🎒 Bring your donations to the August 17th chapter meeting next week!SHRMJC Clothing Drive - help us make a difference with the Angel Clothing Foundation! 😇 Here's how you can participate...Angel Clothing Foundation is a non-profit that offers "FREE" Boutique style clothing sizes infant to 3XL.Clothing is distributed to low-income Families in need, Women leaving domestic violence situations, and the Homeless.This includes clothing, shoes, and accessories for Men, Women, and Children.We encourage you to clean out your closets and bring clothes to this drive; we also encourage you to host your own clothing drive at your organization and either bring those clothes to this August 17 program or deliver them to Angel Clothing yourself!This is not to be taken lightly in your donation, one pair of shoes can make a child's whole week at school, maternity clothes can help a pregnant mom feel good, and baby clothes are a necessity!A donated prom dress can help a teen whose parents can't afford a new dress.A men's suit can help a struggling college student secure a job.A pair of good shoes for a homeless man walking in wooded areas is priceless.If you personally donate dollars, know that it will be used to cover overhead costs, purchase new clothing at garage sales, transport items and help with special needs people that may walk in the door.Please know that your donation is making a connection with another human!If you would like information about Angel Clothing Foundation, you can learn more at:https://lnkd.in/edtfWq_fHere is a brief video from Angel Clothing Foundation:https://lnkd.in/eBGQM956

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I have to share this post for two reasons. One is that I am a proud trustee for Humanimal Trust and really believe in One Medicine for humans and animals (watch the video - Noel explains it better). The second is that I know how many will appreciate how ridiculously cute Noel’s cat, Richochet, is! #onemedicine #humanimaltrust

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🌟🌟🌟 Calling all heroes! 🌟🌟🌟On 8/8, something incredible is happening! Safety Positive Foundation is hosting its very first fundraiser, and we need your support! 🙌We are reaching out to all the kind-hearted souls out there, asking for a small donation of just $8. Yes, you read that right, only $8! Together, we can make a huge difference in the lives of the blind and visually impaired community. 💙Safety Positive Foundation is dedicated to providing essential services in personal safety. We believe that everyone deserves to feel secure and empowered, regardless of their visual abilities. That's why we offer a range of life-changing programs.Our weekly Teatime discussion calls are a safe space for individuals to share their experiences and learn from one another. These calls are completely free, ensuring that no one is left behind. ☕But that's not all! Our Safety Positive Fundamentals training is designed to guide people towards becoming more proactive about their personal safety. We believe that knowledge is power, and by equipping individuals with the necessary skills, we can create a safer world for all. 🌍One of our most impactful services is Verbal Craft, a crisis de-escalation communication training. We teach individuals how to defuse tense situations through effective communication, ensuring that conflicts are resolved peacefully. 🗣️And guess what? We have even more exciting plans in the pipeline! Soon, we will be offering hands-on self-defense training, empowering our community to protect themselves physically as well. 💪But we can't do it alone. Your generous donation on this special day will help us lay the foundation for our organization's future. With your support, we can continue providing these life-changing services for many years to come. 🌈By donating just $8, you are directly contributing to the safety and well-being of an entire community. Your donation, no matter how small, will make a tremendous impact. Together, we can make a difference! 🌟Click the link below to donate and be a part of this incredible journey. Thank you for your support! 🙏https://lnkd.in/gefUJYdT#SafetyPositiveFoundation #DonateForACause #Empowerment #TogetherWeCan #MakingADifference

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Urgent Support Needed for BCPF The BCPF is embarking on a vital outreach initiative, and we urgently need your assistance. Our launching of the Victim Empowering clinic, by the Victim Empowerment Group (VEG), in Elandsfontein requires essential printed materials to ensure its effectiveness and reach. We are looking to produce:- Invitations for widespread distribution- Educational VEG signs for awareness- Engaging VEG flyers- Professional VEG business cards- Eye-catching VEG postersThese materials are not just promotional tools; they are vital in educating and uniting our community under our cause. We call on our community members, businesses, and anyone who can lend a hand. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a big difference.If you are able to donate printing services, please contact us. To make a donation, please use the banking details below:Bank: First Rand NationalAccount Name: Bedfordview PrecinctAccount Number: 5963776684Branch Code: 252155Reference: [VEG Clinic + Your Name/Company]Your support can help us turn this plan into a reality. Together, we can make a significant impact in our community. Let's show what we can achieve when we come together for a common goal.

During the holidays, your support for NCVAN helps us bring light to those who may be having trouble finding joy in the season. The grief journey is always difficult, but holidays can be especially challenging. This holiday season, we hope you’ll show up for the NCVAN community by sharing your support. Consider gifting a present with impact, like a recurring donation in support of NCVAN, to make this season a little warmer. https://lnkd.in/gSwQPdNF

Holiday Grief Tip #9: Beauty in brokenness. One of my favorite metaphors for grief has always been kintsugi. Kintsugi repairs pottery with gold - highlighting the beauty in brokenness and imperfection. Kintsugi shows us how good can come from pain. This holiday season, one way to create good from your grief is to give back. Make a donation to a charity that means a lot for you, buy gifts for a family in need, or donate to an organization that was important to your loved one. Helping others can bring beauty to our individual and collective brokenness.

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For veterans and first responders with an OSI, equine-assisted therapy can help them develop crucial skills for recovery, such as emotional regulation, self confidence and communication. This is because horses are non-judgmental as well as experts at reading body language and non-verbal clues. Through learning about and caring for them, we ultimately learn more about ourselves. Would you like to be a part of making Can Praxis' programs accessible to all participants? Until March 31, we're involved in Make It Monthly, an initiative run by our main donation platform CanadaHelps. For each new monthly gift of $20+, CanadaHelps will give an additional $20! Double your impact today: https://loom.ly/TlQZAkMPlease note that this initiative only applies to new monthly donors and not one-time donations. Donors who're already making monthly donations or who've made monthly donations to Can Praxis in the past are not eligible.#canpraxis #canadahelps #makeitmonthly #equinetherapy #strongertogether 💗🐴

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