Local Business Team up at the Care Center's Norwell Home for Day of Caring

Nashua, NH - September 16, 2008 - The grounds of the Nashua Pastoral Care Center's Norwell Home received a much needed makeover during the United Way's Day of Caring. The project would not have been made possible without the collaborative effort of local businesses: The Mixed Border; United Parcel Service (UPS); Regis Landscaping; and Home Depot.

"Our goal was to get rid of weeds, make the yard and playground easier to maintain, and make the property safe", stated a staff member at the Norwell Home. "I knew it would be a tough job, so I decided to consult with Doug Gagne, owner of The Mixed Border, prior to the Day of Caring for his professional opinion on what the project would entail."

Once Gagne heard about the project, he volunteered his time and resources to prepare the grounds for the day. This included cutting down, chipping, and disposing of all overgrown shrubs and trees and setting up all of the necessary equipment for the day. He also provided the use of his backhoe and dump truck and coordinated all tool rentals and delivery of supplies. Home Depot provided the chipper rental at a generous discount, and Regis Landscaping donated 6 yards of play yard mulch.

On the Day of Caring, 15 hard-working employees from UPS volunteered to complete the project; and under the guidance of Doug Gagne and assistance from the Mixed Border crew, they managed to get the project finished in one day. This collaboration of local businesses donating their time and talent was a great example of community spirit.

The Care Center's Norwell Home is Phase I of their Transitional Housing Program. It program provides safe, affordable housing and supportive services to homeless mothers and their children, while giving them the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to reach and maintain self-sufficiency.

The mission of the Nashua Pastoral Care Center is to offer support and provide services to assist individuals and families transition from crisis to self-sufficiency. For more information visit www.nashuanpcc.org.