Charitable Choices: Bozena Bortkiewicz of Nova West Island

Bozena Bortkiewicz, Marketing and Communications Agent for Nova West Island, is dedicated to promoting the vital community health services provided by the organization. Nova West Island offers programs such as palliative home nursing care, senior activity programs, bereavement support, and home assistance, all funded by community support.

Nova West Island

Describe your charity/non-profit/volunteer work in a few sentences.

Nova West Island offers a range of programs and services free of charge or at low cost with the support provided by the community. Programs include Palliative Home Nursing Care, Senior Activity Programs in Home and in activity centers, Bereavement support for adults and children, Home Support.

What problem does it aim to solve?

Nova West Island solves a range of critical problems related to community health and care, particularly for vulnerable individuals and families

When did you start/join it?

3 months ago

What made you want to get involved?

I worked for Thrifts Shops for NOVA which is a major donor to NOVA West Island and I totally was in awe of the work done by the organization and its volunteers. I also wanted to be part of making a difference in my community.

What was the situation like when you started?

The demand is very high but at the same time, there is much possibility to publicize what they do, reach more people and attract ambassadors, increase funding as the community is what funds this organization.

How has it changed since?

We are growing our donors, looking at new venues to inform people of what we do

What more needs to be done?

The ongoing goal is for more people to know about us, to support us with their donations, volunteer for us, work with us and spread the word about our organization

Nova West Island

How can our readers help?

Readers can follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date, spread the word about what we do. We are always looking for volunteers for both NOVA West Island and the Thrift Shops for NOVA. We would love to gain some new donors to help us in providing the essential services

Where can we follow you?

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin

 

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