November 23, 2011
134 turkeys donated to local charities
Charitable organizations feel strain of holiday season
CALDWELL, Idaho – West Valley Medical Center recently was honored to contribute 134 frozen turkeys to the Salvation Army in Caldwell and the Calvary Holiness Church Pantry in Wilder — especially as these groups and others feel the immense strain of expanded need this time of year.
Requests for aid always increase during the holiday season, but with the added impact of the current economic climate, demand is even higher than usual.
“West Valley Medical Center has a responsibility to help make this community a great place to live,” WVMC CEO Julie Taylor. “Part of that is looking out for those facing difficult circumstances. Our role in meeting those needs is very important to us.”
The hospital also held a drive that yielded two barrels each of coats and food for the Salvation Army in Caldwell.
Opportunities to contribute
To learn more about the most pressing needs at the Calvary Holiness Church Pantry in Wilder, please call 482-7499.
Anyone can send a monetary donation to the Salvation Army locally by going to www1.usw.salvationarmy.org/usw/www_usw_treasurevalley.nsf/ and clicking on the “donate now” button. Click on “Specify a Location to Give” at the top right corner so you can choose a specific Salvation Army office.
You also can call 208-459-2011 for more information, or send a check to this address:
ADMINISTRATION, CHURCH & SOCIAL SERVICES
1023 Chicago Street,
PO Box 579
Caldwell, ID 83606
West Valley Medical Center, Caldwell’s community hospital, is one of the leading hospital facilities and employers in Idaho. This 150-bed, nationally accredited facility is dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare to Treasure Valley residents. For more information about West Valley Medical Center, please see www.westvalleymedctr.com.
