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Bereaved Families of |
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Present the Annual |
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Walk to
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Families came together on
Sunday March 1, 2009 to walk in memories of their loved ones at the
Five Points Mall for Bereaved Families of Ontario- Durham Region’s
Annual Walk to Remember. This year, BFO - Durham raised over $9,800
which aids in keeping our programs and services free of charge for
the bereaved families across the region. As families walked
together, they were also able to share memories in a loving
atmosphere, while being entertained with live music from the Charles
Street Band and local fiddler Emily Yarascavitch. Families were also
able to make buttons and place photos on our banner in memories of
their lost loved ones. Special thanks goes to our donors, sponsors
and especially our dedicated volunteers for their time, talents and
gifts, who made the day memorable for all. |
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further information: Please contact Nacy Raby at BFO-Durham Region
905-579-4293 |
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History
| Bereaved
Families of Ontario (BFO) was initiated in 1978 by four bereaved
mothers as a self-help, mutual aid program under the auspices of the
Chaplaincy Department of the Hospital for Sick Children. In July
1984, a grant from the Trillium Foundation enabled the organization
to became a provincial body. Durham Region became an affiliate in
October 1993 "and a strong team of volunteers". Our chapter provides
support services, public awareness, and volunteer training in our
Region.
Mission |
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provides self-help/mutual aid support to bereaved parents through
groups and/or one-to-one meetings.
BFO may assist corporations. local
businesses and other institutions with bereaved support services for
their employees and their families through their Employee Assistance
Program.
BFO has a small staff of
volunteers who will provide the front line service to the bereaved
in our community. |
Funding
| All our programs
and services are offered free of charge.
BFO-Durham Region currently receives no
federal, prudential or municipal funding, nor are we a member of the
Untied Way.
Most of BFO's Funding comes from
individuals and special fundraising events. |
Site Gratefully
Maintained by: Nancy Raby
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Charitable Registered Number: 861619880RR0001
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