R Chris introduced Helmut Enns from HUGS. Helmut was an Elementary School Teacher in Brighton and a couple other schools in the area.
He believes in Giving Back.
Helmut says we are fortunate to live in Canada. When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Canada opened our borders to Ukrainians fleeing the conflict. The initial opening was extended in July 2023 and it is for three years to live and work in Canada before going back or deciding to stay.
17 Brighton families have opened their doors to Ukrainians. Helping 44 adults and children adjust to Canada.
HUGS has 50 volunteers that help drive to appointments, with groceries, job hunting and emergency dental care, health cards, furniture, to name a few.
A big thanks to all who have contributed.
These people fleeing war have lost everything.
What HUGS needs now is Host Families. People willing to open up their homes to help new arrivals make adjustment to Canada. Host can choose 1 person, a couple or family. You can look for a match that fits. If interested, reach out to HUGS. The hosting is from a few weeks and up to 6 months.
You register on line and look for match with Ukraine family. Get to know them first.
HUGS provides financial support. $80/week for food for an adult and $50/week for a child. Also school supplies and medical.
R Daniel thanked Helmut.