The Portage la Prairie Friendship Centre doors may be locked, but they’re still finding ways to help the community.
Executive Director, Shirley Bernard, talks about their operations.
“We’re still supplying the essential services as we can. We’re mainly working from our office or home, but with the doors being locked, we can only meet the client at the door if they need essential services and essential services only.”
“We’re practicing distancing. We have facemasks, we’re wearing gloves, and we’re doing the best we can to stay safe. We’re encouraging people to stay safe. We’re putting COVID-19 fact sheets into their care packages.”
They’ve been creating care packages to give to community members in need.
Bernard says they’re always looking for more donations.
You can reach Bernard by call or text at 204-871-3280.