DHSS Press Release |
Date: October 19, 2006 DHSS-97-2006 |
| Vincent P. Meconi, Secretary Jay Lynch, Communications Director (302) 255-9037, Pager (302) 247-8523 Email: jay.lynch@state.de.us |
70 SENIORS and 32,000 HOURS of KNITTING YIELDS 3500 PIECES of DONATED CLOTHING
Donated Yarn Turned Into Clothing for The Needy
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program's CareWear Project will distribute items to 20 nonprofits Friday October 27
Delaware-Over 70 senior volunteers worked over 32,000 hours this year knitting donated yarn into 3,500 hats, scarves, mittens, baby outfits and other clothing. On Friday October 27, 2006, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Retired and Senior Volunteers will sort and package their hand-crafted goods for distribution to over 20 day care centers, homeless shelters, nursing homes and other non-profits. This event will take place at the Rose Hill Community Center, 19 Lambson Lane, in New Castle.
The CareWear Project makes it possible for homebound and other older adults to participate in a community service project without leaving their homes. Coordinators of the program deliver donated yarn to the member's homes and later return to collect their knitted items. A monthly meeting is held for those who can attend where members exchange patterns and talk about their current projects.
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of New Castle County sponsors the CareWear Project. RSVP is a national service program that refers adults 55 years of age and older to volunteer opportunities throughout the County. RSVP is sponsored by Delaware Health and Social Service's Division of State Service Centers. Make a Difference Day is the nation's largest, single day of service and is sponsored by USA Weekend in partnership with the Points of Light Foundation.
For more information about RSVP, the CareWear Project or to donate yarn, please call (302) 255-9882.
Members of the press are invited to take pictures and to interview the CareWear volunteers.
Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
