The Salvation Army Food Bank has well-stocked shelves, and is ready to help anyone needing some added support in the face of the COVID-19 situation.
鈥淲e鈥檙e ready to help anyone. There鈥檚 no reason to struggle at this time,鈥� said Lieutenant Sam Tim with the Salvation Army in the city.
When it comes to thoughts of food security, Tim said they are 鈥渨ell-prepared ... to help anyone at this time.鈥�
Tim was quick to add the shelves are stocked because the food bank has received 鈥渟o much support from the community,鈥� through the current pandemic to ensure those in need have access to food if needed.
Tim said since COVID-19 they鈥檝e seen new faces needing help.
鈥淧eople out there are still struggling to put food on the table,鈥� he said, adding at times it can simply be a one-time need for a bit of help.
Tim said a family might be doing fine, but have very little extra money, so when a water heater breaks down, or the car needs a repair, their budget can鈥檛 handle it. That鈥檚 where the food bank can help to ensure the family is still well-fed, he said.
While a visit to the food bank can be 鈥渉umbling鈥� for people, said Tim, they should not feel bad about need some help at times, adding that is why the food bank exists, to provide a helping hand.
With COVID-19 concerns, Tim added they have simplified the process to just showing up at the food bank, (78 麻豆视频 Front Street), with identification, and help is waiting.
鈥淪o far we haven鈥檛 turned anyone down,鈥� he said.
And, if someone happens to be shut-in they can call the food bank at 306-783-4650 and a hamper can be made up and delivered to them, with both the Rotary Club and Lions Club ready to deliver if needed, added Tim.
