The holiday season is a time for reflection and for appreciating our abundance. But there are many families and people in our own communities that have do not have abundance in their life – whether that be in financial security, stable home, or a solid network of people to rely on in time of need.
In Canada we are fortunate to have The Salvation Army (TSA) who provide essential services and compassionate care to people – in Vancouver and throughout BC – who are facing poverty, addiction, homelessness, abuse and other situations where they need support. TSA serves all people irrespective of race, religion, and orientation, without discrimination.
The Salvation Army has many programs:
- Shelter services
- Addiction and recovery programs
- Transitional Housing
- Family Services
- Youth, seniors and women’s programming
- Life skills and job training
- Emergency Disaster Services
- Daily food programs – 1.5 million meals for the hungry served in BC last year
- Emergency shelter and extreme cold weather shelters
- Palliative Care
A few facts:
- TSA operates 24/7.
- 86 Cents of every dollar is invested in programs and services to help those in need.
- 13% of shelter users are between the ages of 18 and 24, while 36% are between the ages of 35 and 44.
- In 2012 close to 9,000 people in Canada were helped by The Salvation Army when disaster struck.
- TSA is always looking for volunteers
Everyday, peoples life are transformed daily by having the Kate Booth House available for women escaping violent relationships, Harbour Light house for people who are trying to overcome addictions, to immigrating families who are struggling and Belkin House which provides shelter for those who find themselves homeless.
Everyone can help by donating time, treasure or talent to The Salvation Army. If you wish to join MacLean Law in supporting the good work of the Salvation Army, donations can be made online, calling or stopping by a volunteer fill the kettle station.
Online: fillthekettle.com
Call: 1800-sal-army
Lorne MacLean and the staff at MacLean Law would like to wish everyone a happy, prosperous holiday season and a peaceful 2015.
