Bethel Baptist Church

1111 West West Chatham St. Cary, NC 27511 www.bethelbaptist cary.org 919-467-6789 Agency’s Mission Statement: Bethel Baptist Church exists to glorify God by winning souls to Christ and training them to be faithful disciples. Agency’s goals and programs offered to clients/people served: One of the Church’s goals is to provide an open, welcoming place for Christian to gather together and edify one another. This is done by prayer breakfasts, Mo’s Cafe, bowling, going to Bojangles, and various other programs. One goal is also outreach in which the Church is telling people in the community about Jesus Christ and the Christian faith through words and deeds. This is accomplished through various activities such as visitations to people in shut-in prisoners and nursing homes. Another goal is continue discipleship and training and music to glorify God. Impact the agency has made on the community: Every year, this agency runs a Food Drive and last year alone raise 110 bags of canned food to donate to the CCA food Pantry. The teens raised $2,000 to aid the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Special … Continue reading

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Cary Family YMCA

101 YMCA Drive Cary, NC 27513 www.ymcatriangle.org 919.469.9622 Agency Mission Statement: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Agency Goals and Programs: The YMCA’s goals are to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities through comprehensive programs for all age groups. Agency Impact: The YMCA has had an enormous impact on the Cary community. Hundreds of families are served by the YMCA programs in wellness, aquatics, and youth services. Volunteer Duties: Supervising Wee Camp participants, campers ages 2 1/2- 3 years old, in various activities such as playtime, water time, crafts, snacks, and story time

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Christian Community in Action

1231 NE Maynard Rd Cary, NC cca-cary.org (919)-469-1351 Agency’s Mission Statement Christian Community in Action’s mission is to help our neighbors who face immediate crises using proceeds from our thrift shop and donations from concerned individuals, our local churches and the community. Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served Crisis assistance (rent or utility money to those in need,) food pantry operation for the needy, support of a ministry to three local prisons, collection and distribution of medical appliances to those in need, recycling thrift shop donations to needy, opening other CCA programs where needed and providing senior citizens in area with private sales are all services offered by CCA. Agency’s Impact on the Community $630,598.91 was spent in 2008 to provide the above mentioned services. Volunteer Duties Work at thrift shop Clerical bookkeeping

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Clare Bridge of Cary – Brookdale Senior Living

7870 Chapel Hill Rd Cary, NC 27513 Agency’s Mission Statement Clare Bridge specializes in taking care of Alzheimer’s and Dementia seniors.  The goal is “enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence and integrity.”  The Clare Bridge facilities and surroundings are all built with its seniors in mind, and it has hired experts who best understand and can take care of Alzheimer’s and Dementia seniors. Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served Clare Bridge of Cary is center for Alzheimer’s or Dementia patients.  They take care of the seniors who live there, while maintaining programs that are both good for their health and enjoyable.  For example, one day I visited, the staff was playing Bingo with the seniors.  They have also structured schedules each day with include dances, and special holiday dinners with the resident seniors.  The ultimate goal is to let the residents enjoy themselves while providing specialized care for their Alzheimer’s or Dementia needs. Volunteer Duties Office duties Talk with seniors Help at events

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Glenaire

4000 Glenaire Circle Cary, NC 27511 www.glenaire.org (919)-460-8095 Agency’s Mission Statement “Grounded in Christian beliefs and motivations, Glenaire’s mission is to foster a superior environment for the spiritual, social, physical, and psychological growth of a vital, older adult community.” Agency’s Goals and Programs offered to Clients/People Served It is a continuing care retirement community. It is designed for active older adults who are able to take full advantage upon entry of living independently. Programs offered include healthcare, assisted living, dining, exercise, residential living, library, etc. Agency’s Impact on the Community It has provided a safe and secure living environment for the elderly. Also, it assists residents with healthcare as well as a wonderful place to live. Glenaire also provides adult day care so that older citizens have a safe place to reside. Glenaire has provided an outlet and a haven for the elderly. Volunteer Duties Serve as friend and helper to the elderly residents Assist with landscaping duties Host parties Read to residents Lead Activities Show movies

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Life Experiences, Inc.

260 Towerview Court Cary, NC 27513 www.lifeexperiences.org (919) 467-1973 Mission Statement: To offer a choice of satisfying work experiences for adults with varying disabilities while allowing those same adults the self-esteem of earning wages for their work. Agency’s Goals and Programs: Life Experiences operates five small businesses (Life Experiences Bakery, Janitorial/Delivery, Laundry Department, Sub-contracting, and Vending) which offer employment to adults with developmental disablities while providing valuable services and products to the community. Agency Impact on Community: The Laundry Department washes and dries towels, wash cloths, bibs, and other items used in daycares and health/recreation facilities at SAS institute and Prestonwood Country Club. The Bakery prepares food for special events and restaurants that include CharGrill and Danny’s Barbecue. Volunteer Duties: Assisting Laundry Department with washing, drying, and folding various items Assisting in other departments as needed

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Raleigh Chinese Christian Church

9266 Chapel Hill Rd. Cary, NC 27513 www.raleighccc3.com/modx/ (919) 834 -3815 Mission Statement: To reach the Chinese community for Christ, and to transform them into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ by becoming a reverent, Christ-centered community that glorifies God. Agency’s Goals and Programs: RCCC offers a multitude of programs for members/visitors of all ages. In addition to weekly Sunday service, there is a weekly prayer meeting and various holiday services. For children, there is a choir and an annual Bible camp as well as separate Sunday school. Youth (grades 7-12) and college students meet weekly and host events such as game nights and volunteering. Adults are placed in fellowship groups. Agency Impact on Community: RCCC has provided a common ground for Asians, specifically Chinese, to build lasting relationships since its founding. The church mentors Chinese in the Cary area with limited English and teaches them to be fluent in the English language. Volunteer Duties: Holding Bible camps for children Planning lessons for the camp Teaching the kids Preparing and performing musical/comical acts with the children Preparing crafts and instructing … Continue reading

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