A Salute to Volunteers 
 If we were on the Love Boat. And the staff were the crew. We would not be able to stay afloat. If it were not for people like you! The captain and her first mates Will always chart the course. But it’s the volunteers in the engine room Who are the real power source. The sails will be hoisted The course has been drawn It is the volunteers who fill the sails. Who we depend upon. You are the people Who give your time and soul. To the seniors in our community.  Who really appreciate your role. It may be a drive to an appointment.  or just keeping in touch but it is you – the Volunteer. Who contributes to our lives that means so much! A warm smile, a hearty laugh, showing your caring way.  It is you who we look forward to, to brighten up our day! From Board members, that help steer the ship each day.  To the volunteers who are eager to help the seniors on their way. The work that you do, is such a precious gift.  It is you! The volunteers whole give our spirits a great lift. Like a pebble thrown into a pond. Your enthusiasm, like a ripple, will start A wave of friendliness. That reaches everyone’s heart. The time that you give and the compassion that you show. Always touches our lives in ways which you may not know. So, I tip my hat. My heart you have won. I realize that the world is a better place.  For the work that you have done.

James Benson; Return to Health, Community Service Coordinator