Volunteers make a difference to Heartland Care

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Scott and Cape Girardeau Counties and the Volunteer Intergenerational Center participated in Make A Difference Day recently by presenting gifts to the residents and staff of the Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center, Cape Girardeau. Snacks, pillows and coffee mugs were provided for each of the 94 residents.

RSVP and VIC staff participated in honor of their 885 volunteers and the outstanding work they provide on a day-to-day basis. Tina Dohogne, RSVP/VIC executive director, said, "When someone asks me, What is Make a Difference Day?, I say it's a one-day event that captures what the RSVP and VIC programs do all the time."

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program and the Volunteer Intergenerational Center place volunteers with organizations that need their services.

Individuals interested in becoming involved in the community should call RSVP/VIC at 335-7555, 887-3664, or 471-8584.