A couple of South Delta Minor Association (SDMHA) teams are doing their part to help build a better community for local seniors.
The SDMHA U8 Oilers and the U11 Rep A1 Storm will be playing a special exhibition game on Sunday, Feb. 26 at the Ladner Leisure Centre as a fundraising event that will see all proceeds donated to KinVillage’s New Day Program for Older Adults (DPOA).
“Our goal is to thank the people who, through their past contributions, have made it possible for us to live and play in the best community in the Lower Mainland,” explained Rick Albus, one of the event organizers. “KinVillage is home to a large group of those people and they are undertaking the task of creating a new community for their residents. We hope that our exhibition game will help raise awareness of what they are trying to accomplish.”
The game will get underway at 12:45 p.m. and there will be a number of additional skill competitions as well.
The city’s first responders, including Delta Police, Delta Fire and BC Ambulance services will have representatives at the game to greet spectators. There will also be a couple of surprise celebrity appearances. Funds will be raised through a 50/50 draw plus a raffle that will include Vancouver Canucks tickets and other great prizes.
KinVillage is raising $5 million for its DPOA project, which will benefit those who need it most.
“Donations like these will go directly towards purchasing new furniture, fitness equipment, flooring, open chef's kitchen, music therapy, games and essential clinical equipment,” explained KinVillage’s Kristen Thomas. “The New Day Program is not capital funded, but the North Court building is funded by BC Housing. These donations will provide our older adults with the resources and support they need while also helping them to remain independent and active. This program also gives caregivers and loved ones the respite and help they so desperately need.
“Thank you to Rick Albus, the U11 Storm and U8 Oilers for choosing KinVillage as your charity! These funds are greatly appreciated by all of us at KinVillage. Keep up the great work boys!”
