On Halloween, the Legion here will host a dance, and the proceeds will go towards the purchase of a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Currently for residents of North and Centre Wellington, options are limited when it comes to wheelchair accessible travel, which can greatly affect their health and independence. Even something as simple as a dentist or doctors’ appointment can become very expensive.
The Fergus Legion, Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington, Victorian Order of Nurses, and the Seniors Centre for Excellence formed a group to raise funds for the service.
The Halloween dance is the first of several fundraising events to be held. Tickets are $10 each and that include prizes for best costumes and a lunch buffet.
The committee visited local councils to bring explain the service need. If anyone has had an experience trying to access accessible transportation in North and Centre Wellington the organizers would like to hear about it. Call them toll free at 1-866-446-4546.
For tickets call the Fergus Legion at 519-843-2345.
