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Shoppers Drug Mart donates to Family Caregiver Program
Published 3:24 PST, Tue February 18, 2020
Last Updated: 2:13 PDT, Wed May 12, 2021
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Shoppers Drug Mart recently donated over $11,400 to Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives (RCRG), in support of the local charity’s Relax, Recharge, Reset caregiver workshop series.
The workshops, which are free to attend, give family caregivers an opportunity to try different stress reduction activities, including mindful meditation, laughter yoga, and tai chi.
The funding will allow the workshop series to continue through March 2021.
“This partnership will positively impact the health and well-being of Richmond seniors,” says Ed Gavsie, president and CEO of RCRG. “By making such a significant contribution, Shoppers Drug Mart has further shown its commitment to both family caregivers and our community.”
For information on upcoming Relax, Recharge, Reset workshops, visit www.rcrg.org.
Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives is a registered charity that serves as a hub for volunteering and giving. RCRG is also a direct service provider, operating a Child Care Resource & Referral Centre, the Richmond Christmas Fund, and a variety of Seniors Community Support Services.