Temporary New Bedford Emergency Shelter Needs Volunteers, Donations

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Mercy Meals and More received ” the call” and the temporary emergency shelter will be opening on Thursday at 6 p.m. and stay open till maybe Sunday morning!

They are in need of donations of food and paper supplies. Give Rev. Russ Chamberlain a call at 508-728-1489 to donate or arrange a time to bring donations to 634 Purchase Street.

List of Items Needed

  • Garlic Bread for the spaghetti
  • Fruit cups
  • Yogurt
  • Pudding
  • Fruit i.e. bananas, apples, grapes,
  • Cold cuts and cheese for sandwiches.
  • Also in need of soda all we have is diet over there now.

Also we are in need of volunteers both male and female to come and assist at the shelter from:

  • Thursday 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.,10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Friday 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. , 2 p.m. 6 p.m., 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.,10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Saturday ;2 a.m. to 6 a.m., 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. , 2 p.m. 6 p.m., 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.,10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Sunday 2 a.m. to 6 a.m., 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

We are in need of female sponsors for tonight in case we have females coming for shelter. 6-10,10-2,2-6,6/10,10-2 and 2-6 p.m. Have someone coming in at 6 p.m. and staying the duration.

If anyone wants to cover some shifts or stay the whole time and keep Reverand Russ company please call him at the above number. Volunteers help in the kitchen and play games with our guests until they go to sleep or watch movies all night for those who may not go to sleep. Anyone with concerns or questions give Rev. Russ a call.

About Michael Silvia

Served 20 years in the United States Air Force. Owner of New Bedford Guide.

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