SFCSC Enhancement Campaign Kicks Off

Wilma Kenny | Feb 12, 2014

Campaign Chair Mark Segsworth welcomed a crowd of early risers to breakfast last Friday at Grace Hall Sydenham, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Southern Frontenac Community Services (SFCSC) with the launch of their first Enhancement Campaign. Because of the rapidly growing demand for services, the agency needs to raise $50,000 in donations from the community by the end of June.

Keynote speaker Dr Duncan Sinclair, former Dean of Medicine at Queens and now full-time resident of Buck Lake, spoke of the value of communities, especially rural ones, and the importance of lending a hand to less fortunate neighbours and making it possible for the seniors who live in our communities to age gracefully in their own homes.

Last year, SFCSC assisted 726 seniors, 260 low income households, and 762 food bank clients with food, financial assistance and a wide range of services to seniors, including adult day programs, home help, caregiver support, exercise and recreational activities.

The campaign began well, with generous cash donations from the Sydenham Lions Club, Legion Branch 496, Trousdale Stores, and several individuals. Representatives were also present from St Patrick’s Knights of Columbus, Verona Lions Club, and the Township of South Frontenac, all of whom provide strong ongoing support to SFCSC.

For those wishing to make a donation, or to follow the progress of the fundraising (which at this date has reached 27% of the goal), enter SFCSC to go to the website, or phone 376-6477. (1-800-763-9610)a