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Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly has provided essential services to seniors in the community for many years. Working throughout Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties, one of the organizations most successful programs is their Drive to Care program. During the year LBFE provides over 800 free car rides to seniors trying to get to medical or doctor’s appointments. The organization relies heavily on their group of dedicated volunteers, but is need of some more help. Little brothers expect the demand for rides will increase in the future, and will need another 50 drivers from the community to satisfy the community’s needs. Driver’s in the program do receive a stipend to cover the cost of fuel. Individuals interested in volunteering with the Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly as a driver can find more information online, or by contacting the organization’s Hancock office. The Drive to Care program has been partially funded by organization such as Copper Shores Community Health Foundation and the Superior Health Foundation to date.
906 482 6944 Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly Hancock Office
