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How This Started

Like many others, I was feeling helpless in the wake of natural and human disasters. So many things to make the world a harder, colder, meaner place. And yet, from these tragedies, stories of love, warmth, and heroic sacrifice emerged. At some point, it occurred to me that I could do something. Maybe I couldn't rescue someone from a flood or hurricane stricken zone, or prevent a violently unstable person from killing others - but I could do something. So I challenged my family and friends on FaceBook to think of things that I could do. I was going to choose one of their suggestions to complete; however, as I saw the suggestions that they made, I realized that the need was so great, that I should not just choose one, but choose all of them. Now, I caution you, this list is eclectic, and does not at all even scratch the surface of what can or needs to be done. But it's a start. A proof of concept, if you will.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

VA Hospital Volunteers

Today's assignment: Research our local VA Healthcare System and register as a volunteer.

The TN Valley VA healthcare system has a need for a wide variety of volunteers.  Because I work more than 40 hours a week, it will be difficult for me to volunteer for some of the activities; however, I am sure that there is something useful I can do.  And, in addition to volunteers, they are in need of a wide range of patient "comfort" items, such as razors (their wish list is here) - I have a proven ability to collect these kinds of things for our military members.  I believe I can be effective here, too.

  • DONE - Find local VA hospital and research their needs
  • DONE - Register as a volunteer for two Saturday mornings a month
  • In Progress - Begin planning for how to fund & collect items on the wish list

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