People have stepped forward over the years and helped the York County

Shelter Programs in so many different ways.  This past month one of our

residents at the Ray Angers Community Farm suffered a major heart attack.  Due to the quick thinking of Jeff Saunders, 911 was immediately contacted.  Farm Manager Tom Conry performed CPR and the resident’s life was saved. 

In the whole scheme of things, what Jeff and Tom were able to do by saving someone’s life, was the epitome of an extraordinary act of kindness.

This incredible story inspired the creation of this monthly webpage.  Perhaps

people are not performing CPR in emergency situations at the Shelter

all that often, but there have been so many people that are involved with

doing something that involves kindness and consideration.  Whereas companies

and corporations frequently recognize their donors for their monetary contributions, we too, at York County Shelter Programs, thank all those who

financially support us.  Your contributions enable us to continue to do our

work.

This particular webpage will focus on a monthly basis on examples of different kinds of acts of kindness taking place at the York County Shelter Programs, whether they be monetary or not.  It will highlight various good deeds and bring attention to the fact that there are so many different ways that people can step forward to help the Shelter.  On behalf of all those who appear on this May 2010 Random Acts of Kindness webpage, the York County Shelter Programs thanks you.  For those of you not recognized, please know that your acts of kindness are appreciated.

Jeff Saunders and Tom Conry worked together to save a resident’s life after he suffered a heart attack.

The Murphys of Schooner Miniature Golf in Old Orchard Beach realize the importance of recreational opportunities for the residents of the Shelter. They donated 30 passes for the residents to enjoy a game of miniature golf.

For the third year, former resident Bob Harriman has participated in the Housing for the Homeless Walk-A-Thon and rallied friends to support the work of York County Shelter Programs.

Ken Samuelson and Doris Libby

organized a beautiful Fundraising

Dance for the Shelter on May 8.

Shirley Prime (on right) pictured with Joan Sylvester

made a beautiful king-size afghan that the Shelter

is selling on Shelter Bay.

Kim shared his skills of story-telling and entertained the residents from Vinton and the SRO one evening.

Every Friday night, for many years, Brother Donald has agreed to volunteer his time to count the money that has been collected at the Mama Mia dinners.

Peg Walker donated a selection of

beautiful quilts to be auctioned on

ShelterBay

Lee volunteered to distribute many copies of the “Heading Home” newspaper to various locations throughout York County.

The following professionals volunteered their time and skills in the creation of a United Way video that highlighted the work of the York County Shelter Programs.  From left:  Joel Osgood (Key Grip), Phil Cormier (Director of Photography), Rob Sylvain (sound), Mike Hadley (Gaffer),  Sulo Burbank (Production Assistant), Erik Burbank  (Line Producer/Mercury Support Services LLC), Paul Bonneau (Creative Director), David Fuller (Director/Air Stream Pictures).  Not pictured were: Jayson Lobozzo (Rascal Lighting & Grip) and Roger Cropley.

Don Fabrizio and Donna Siblio

Special thanks to Lovetrain Ensemble who shared their special musical talents.  From left:  Drew Scammon, Marie Foti, Scot Stinson, Bruce Ratteree, and Kenny Samuelson.

From left:  Don Fabrizio, Kenny Samuelson, Dan Guilemette, Steven Guilemette.