Get Well’s Post

It’s allways a pleasure to see companies like Niowave, led by dynamic technology innovators, investing in communities that really need it like Lansing. Reindustrializing and revitalizing in a sustainable way, especially with world class technologies and high paying jobs, is critical if we want to continue to see the revitalization of middle America. Bravo and all the best wishes on your continued success and for all your doing for the local community as you develop products and materials that are literally saving lives. If you don’t follow Niowave, maybe have a look and follow their journey to full scale production of medical isotopes and other innovative technologies, right in the heartland of middle America.

"Good news! The City Motivators, @citymotivators Coat Drive deadline has been extended! 🎉 If you have any new or gently used coats you'd like to donate, now's the perfect time to help keep someone warm this winter. Please reach out to me directly with your donations or any questions. Let's make a difference together! 💙 #CoatDrive #GiveBack #CityMotivators #WarmthForAll"

Did you know that 1 in 7 people in our community are facing hunger? This Hunger Action Season, we have a powerful opportunity to make a difference and support those in need right here in our own backyard. At West Suburban Community Pantry, we believe that no one should have to worry about where their next meal will come from. But we can’t do it alone. 🤝 Your help is essential! Whether you can donate your time, food, or financial resources, every contribution makes a meaningful impact. Here’s how you can get involved: 🧡Volunteer your time to help sort food, assist at events, or reach out to those in need. 🧡Donate non-perishable food items to help stock our shelves - Check out our Harvest Week locations! 🧡Contribute financially to support our programs and initiatives aimed at fighting hunger. Let’s unite as a community to ensure everyone has access to nutritious food. Together, we can turn the tide on hunger! For more information on how you can get involved, visit https://lnkd.in/ec85S6um

Samos Volunteers is proud to announce the launch of our winter campaign, a vital step in preparing to meet the critical needs of the displaced community this season. Throughout October, the warehouse team, in collaboration with the communications team, worked to document our preparations for winter distribution. For those unfamiliar, one of Samos Volunteers’ core missions, besides providing psychosocial support, is the distribution of Non-Food Items (NFI). Four days a week, every week of the year, we welcome approximately 50 to 70 people daily into our free shop, providing emergency clothing sets to men, women, and children arriving in Samos. Transitioning our distribution to winter mode this past month has been both challenging and inspiring.  Working in NFIs requires a mindset that balances contrasting realities : an abundance that often feels like insufficiency. The warehouse may look full of donations and clothes ready to distribute, yet the harsh truth is that these supplies won’t last through the winter. The recent UNHCR report shows over 4,400 people currently living in the overcrowded CCAC of Samos, a number that continues to grow. This overcrowding exacerbates risks to physical and mental health. People have been reported sleeping on the floor without receiving blankets, bedding or protection from the cold; the camp management is not distributing either any kit of clothing and shoes, leaving a huge gap to be filled by NGOs, overwhelmed by the situation and the number of people in need of warmth. Despite these challenges, we’ve risen to meet the crisis head-on. In the first days of our winter distribution, we’ve reached 100 people daily; a significant effort, yet still a fraction of the overwhelming demand. At Samos Volunteers, we face this duality every day. We acknowledge the harsh reality: this is an emergency setting where needs often exceed what we can provide. Yet, we remain committed to preserving dignity and offering the freedom of choice to those we serve. #SafeAndLegalRoutes #ChooseYourWarmth #CYW2024 #HumanitarianAid

CLCL Foundation's "Warm Line" is a Care Connection that allows anyone in #Ocean or #Monmouth County to call and find the closest donation site to them, with the donated items they require. It also allows community members to refer others who need specific items. Remember, 80% of all neglect-allegations are #Poverty based. And 75% of all maltreatment reports are #Neglect based. https://lnkd.in/ekZURjeW Communities, #schools, and donation sites can join CLCL Foundation in expanding access and awareness for donated goods, reduce the stigma around needing support, and create a system of replenishment to ensure our neighbors continue to have access to the necessities of life. #DonateToday at https://lnkd.in/guWFDpgJ #Community #GrassRoots #LocalChange #ChangeMakers #DonationDrives #FoodInsecurity #CommunityDriven #JerseyShore #BeTheChange #Chooselove #Celebratelife **Video from interview with Calvin Schwartz, featured on Conversations with Calvin, WE The SpecIES https://lnkd.in/eTJgSfVE

How will you take action and make a positive impact?

Add this to the list of things you didn’t know (but now you know)!

Today, we’re donating $100 to Feeding Indiana's Hungry, Inc., an organization that works closely with several of the state’s hunger service providers, food producers, and processors to serve Hoosiers in need. Food insecurity can worsen chronic illnesses, lead to delayed development in young children, increase anxiety and depression, and so much more. Fortunately, there are several non-profits in our communities working to help those 1 in 9 people (and 1 in 7 children) in Indiana who face hunger. There are several ways YOU help those struggling in your area, too! Consider donating non-perishable food items to local food banks, shelters, and community pantries, volunteering at these locations, or hosting a canned food drive at your workplace. What organizations are helping feed the hungry in your community? Tag them in the comments! #3RiversGivesBack

🐶We know a great way to make the most of the final few weeks of summer and that’s by requesting a visit from your canine friends! 🐕You don’t have to have a specific reason in mind; sometimes you just want some fun with a new four-legged friend! 🐾Click the link below and we’ll see you soon: https://lnkd.in/dF62xUY #canineconcern #therapydogs #workingdogs #caredogs #ukcharity

✨Did you know that if you have a pacemaker, you can include it in your Will to be donated to a dog in need after you pass away? Although pacemakers cannot be used for another human ( in the Unites States), they can help dogs with heart problems and potentially save their lives. Many pacemakers are simply thrown away, and dogs may die because people do not know about this option. Donating the pacemaker can even save the dog's owner the cost of a new one, which can sometimes make a crucial difference in affording life-saving treatment. Here is an article that offers more information. https://lnkd.in/e-vGs5cg