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Carrington Health Center - Faith in Action
Launched in 2009, Faith in Action is a volunteer-based program that provides services to enable individuals to maintain a healthier and more independent lifestyle. The program’s focus is broad and can be age or disability specific or can focus on informal care including help with everyday activities such as transportation, shopping and other errands. Faith in Action volunteers also provide friendly visiting, respite for caregivers, light housework and telephone reassurances.
What is it?
Launched in 2009, Faith in Action is a volunteer-based program that provides services to enable individuals to maintain a healthier and more independent lifestyle. The program’s focus is broad and can be age or disability specific or can focus on informal care including help with everyday activities such as transportation, shopping and other errands. Faith in Action volunteers also provide friendly visiting, respite for caregivers, light housework and telephone reassurances.
Who is it for?
Area residents of any age with a long-term illness and/or disability.
Why do they do it?
A need for additional support services was identified for area residents who would gain a higher level of independence.
Impact
Currently, 18 volunteers provide services for 28 care receivers. The program was supported by the hospital and health system for its first three years and will be self-sustaining starting in 2012.
Contact: Jan Bakke
Spiritual Services/Faith in Action Coordinator
Telephone: 701-652-7218
E-mail: janbakke@catholichealth.net
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