Greetings!
How are you? The days are becoming darker and the end of Daylight Saving Time is around the corner (turn back your clocks at 2 a.m. on November 7). For some, this signals the coming of the holiday season, but for others, it can cause anxiety or even seasonal affective disorder. It's also important to keep in mind that the holidays can be a lonely occasion for isolated individuals.
If you are struggling with your mental health, you are not alone. There is growing research that suggests the COVID-19 pandemic is causing post-traumatic stress disorder in some people. The need for affordable, accessible and professional counselling is great, and growing.
SOURCES offers a number of fee-for-service as well as subsidized and free counselling; we are able to offer the latter two because of community donations. It is also because of donations that DiscoverY - our free mental health counselling program for young people aged 15 to 25 - exists.
Funds raised at our upcoming gala will benefit SOURCES' mental health services and social wellness programs.
Read on to learn how you can help, what we've been up to and what we have coming up soon!
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There are only 9 days left until our "Run for the Roses Redux" fundraising gala, co-presented by Save-On-Foods and Scotiabank. We are excited to host our first hybrid gala, welcoming guests virtually as well as in-person at Hazelmere Golf and Tennis Club next Saturday November 6.
With the lifting of event restrictions by the Provincial Health Officer, we are excited to be able to release a limited number of additional in-person tickets. Please be assured that we will follow all health and safety protocols, including requiring in-person guests to be fully vaccinated. Additionally, we still plan to host this event with a reduced capacity.
If you want to experience our gala but are not ready to attend an in-person event, we continue to have two virtual ticket experiences available for purchase until Friday, October 29. Join us from the comfort of your home and enjoy dinner, a one-hour virtual show, receive a swag bag, and more!
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SILENT AUCTION
Wine lover? Sports fan? Foodie? There's something for everyone in our silent auction, including a PlayStation 5! Start your holiday shopping early with us:
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50/50 TICKETS
Single Ticket for $10
3-Ticket Pack for $20
10-Ticket Pack for $50
25-Ticket Pack for $100
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National Seniors Day
October 1
At SOURCES, many of our volunteers are seniors, who give their time and skill to support programs that promote food security, combat isolation, facilitate safe transportation and more. We appreciate you!
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World Mental Health Day
October 10
Our brains, like the rest of our bodies, need to be taken care of. We hope you take time every day to look after your mental wellness.
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World Food Day
October 16
Sources Food Hub gleaned 976 kg of food from farms and backyards this year! We invite small- and medium-scale farms to work with us to increase this number and help redistribute food to community partners. Learn more
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Voted #1 Non-Profit Organization |
The results are in for the Peace Arch News' 2021 "Best of the Peninsula" Readers' Choices Awards. SOURCES was nominated for the "Best Non-Profit Organization" category and won first place! Thank you South Surrey/White Rock for your votes! We are humbled and honoured. Congratulations to all the other nominees in all the categories.
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Sources Langley Food Bank |
Our food bank in Langley is now open for distribution on Tuesdays! COVID-19 precautions, including masks and physical distancing, remain in effect. Our new distribution days and times are:
- Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Food bank friends reach milestone |
Congratulations to our friends at Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, for raising over $1 million for food banks through their The Full Cupboard program!
Our Sources Food Banks in White Rock/South Surrey and Langley are grateful for your continued and generous support.
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Looking for work? We can help! |
Sources Empowered for Employment is offering two FREE programs starting next month for individuals who have been impacted by violence and/or abuse.
Both programs include job preparation workshops, personal counselling, up to $850 in program completion and employment outcome bonuses, and more!
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Want a job that makes a difference? Join our team - there are many opportunities open:
- Intake Worker, Housing Programs
- Overdose Prevention Worker
- Youth Mental Health Outreach Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Supported Child Development Assistant
- and more!
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FOR YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY |
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SOURCES continues to monitor and follow the most up-to-date guidance from the Provincial Health Officer regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. As a social services provider, we do NOT require proof of vaccination at our locations; however, we encourage everyone who can get vaccinated to do so, as part of our collective responsibility to look after one another and promote wellness for our community. Learn how to get your vaccine here
All SOURCES locations will continue to adhere to public health guidelines. Our top priority is always the health and safety of our team, clients and community. If you are in need of support, we look forward to seeing and serving you!
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Our Programs and Services |
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Have a question or comment about this newsletter?
Thank you for staying in touch with SOURCES!
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