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Lynne Clost from Action West Marketing (back left) joins George Boyack residents Thelma Harbaugh (back right), Kendra Armstrong (front left) and Alma Enright (front right).
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Approximately 50 residents at Carewest George Boyack were fitted with new fleece jackets this holiday season from Action West Marketing, a Calgary-based company specializing in corporate advertising and promotions. Residents also received new stainless steel mugs to help them endure the cold with a warm beverage in hand.
The Calgary Health Trust was more than happy to connect Lynne Clost, co-owner of Action West Marking, with the opportunity to fill a need at one of Calgary’s long term care facilities where the jackets would be well used and very much appreciated.
“We had left over jackets sitting in our inventory and were looking for a recipient,” says Lynne. “When I found out that a need for donations existed at George Boyack I thought it was a great fit.” |
The jackets were delivered on December 14 and came at a perfect time as cold temperatures settled in over the holidays. As with other gifts, the lined jackets and stainless steel mugs were especially helpful to some of the residents who enter the facility with few personal possessions.
“Beyond offering warmth, I think that this donation lets the residents of George Boyack know that people are thinking about them and their well-being,” says Lynne. “We’re definitely looking forward to doing more with this group.”
Having been involved with a number of local charities, Lynne admits that she has always felt a need to help out and give back to her community.
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