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The Lending Cupboard’s mission is to lend medical equipment and daily living aids to the entire region
With a continually growing inventory of medical equipment, staff at the Red Deer-based The Lending Cupboard (TLC) want to make sure the entire Central Alberta region is fully aware of the valuable services the organization provides.
Today, TLC has an inventory of more than 15,000 items ranging from bed rails, bath chairs, bath lifts and hydraulic lifts to wheelchairs, air casts, walkers and crutches and canes.
Each month, about 1,500 pieces are lent out on a three to six-month basis to help folks deal with any number of situations – both chronic and urgent.
These can run the gamut from extreme sports injuries to those recovering from illness or surgery.
Equipment can also make a profound difference for those in end of life care, for the senior citizen population and for those who have undergone hip or knee replacements, for example.
These days, one of the key goals at TLC is to really build awareness – staff members want Central Albertans far and wide to know that they are ready to assist in any way that they can.
“We are here for all of Central Alberta,” explained Dawna Morey, executive director for The Lending Cupboard. “For those that are on farms, or perhaps who are ageing in place. I recall one young girl who we have featured in the past who broke her leg; having a wheelchair from us enabled her to get out to her barn to see her horse! So we are here for the very young, and we are here for the very old,” she said.
“We are here for post-operative situations, and we are here for mobility issues.”
Morey pointed out that Home Care services throughout the Central Alberta region are familiar with TLC, but there are many residents that may not be aware of all the organization really has to offer.
“We want to make them aware of the services that we have,” she said, adding that part of TLC’s mission is to spread the word about those very services prior to when people need them so they can be better prepared.
“You often don’t know what you don’t know, until you need to know,” she said. “So, if someone is not connected to Home Care, but they would benefit from having a bath bench or a bath stool or they need to have a walker to get around the house or help them get to the grocery store, we are here for them! At times we also do find we have excess stock and make selected items available for purchase at a very reasonable rate for those needing things for the longer term.”
For more about The Lending Cupboard, call 403-356-1678, email [email protected], or find us on Facebook at ‘The Lending Cupboard Society of Alberta – TLC.
Our facility is located at #1- 7803 – 50th Ave. in Red Deer.
We are also on Twitter (@LendingCupboard) and Instagram. Visit us at www.lendingcupboard.ca.
L to R: Cindy Jefferies, Susan Knopp, Lane Tomalty, Bre Fitzpatrick
Photo credit: The SnapHappy Photographer
After a decade of leadership under Cindy Jefferies and Susan Knopp, 100+ Women Who Care Red Deer (100+ WWCRD) is proud to celebrate 10 years of supporting local charities and the announcement of Bre Fitzpatrick and Lane Tomalty as its new co-leaders. This marks an exciting new chapter for the group, which has made a significant impact on not-for-profit organizations in Central Alberta.
Cindy and Susan have led 100+ WWCRD with vision, dedication, and a commitment to empowering women to lead and inspire change. Under their stewardship, the organization has raised over $630,000 for local charities by hosting 4 annual 1-hour meetings. Since 2015, more than 36 local charities have received funding through the group.
Reflecting on their tenure, Cindy and Susan stated:
“Leading 100 Women has been an honour and a privilege. When we began this journey, we didn’t know where it would go – we simply loved the simple, elegant, and fun ‘100 Who Care’ concept and thought it was a great fit for our community. We are grateful to the many women who have stood with us. They are the magic of the organization! We are confident Bre and Lane will steward this leadership role well and we look forward to supporting it – just not from behind the microphone!”
Bre and Lane bring a dynamic energy and fresh perspective to the organization. Both have been involved with the group and have been mentored by Susan and Cindy over the past year. They are eager to continue the collaboration, connection, and local support this team of women have established in Red Deer.
In their joint statement, Bre and Lane shared:
“We are humbled to step into this role and build on the incredible foundation Cindy and Susan have laid. Many needs are at the doorstep of our community and in the hearts and minds of our members. We know a powerful, caring, and united group of individuals can play a huge role in driving change and breaking barriers.
To celebrate this milestone and leadership transition, the 100+ WWCRD hosted the final meeting of 2024 on November 25th at the Red Deer Golf and Country Club. The evening featured reflections from Cindy and Susan, the selection of the Salvation Army as the charity of choice, an opportunity for members to connect with Bre and Lane as they outline their vision for the organization’s next chapter, and a toast to 10 years.
For more information, please visit www.100womenreddeer.ca
About 100+ Women Who Care Red Deer
100+ Women Who Care Red Deer is a network of compassionate, empowered, and dedicated women who make a direct, immediate, and positive impact in Red Deer and area. We support local non-profit and charitable organizations that work every day to make our community a better place to live. 100% of funds donated go to the selected charities – there are no
administration fees, and all costs are covered by the generosity of sponsors. Collectively, we make a difference.
The group meets 4 times annually for 1 hour. Non-profit and charitable organizations are nominated by members. After hearing 3 randomly drawn pitches, the members vote to select their top choice. The group with the highest number of votes receives the members’ donations. Each member or team commits to donating $100 at each meeting. Since 2015, the average raised has been more than $15,000 per meeting.
Membership is open to all women In Red Deer and area. We invite you to join us! The first meeting of 2025 will be on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Founded in February 2015, the organization currently has about 150 members. We are committed to uniting this powerful group of 100+ women who care and lifting the amazing non-profits and charitable groups they support.
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