by SOS69 | Dec 12, 2023 | Blog, news
We wanted to provide some updates on our XYZ Generations Adults Group:
- We have changed the name of the group: Mixers for the Middles!
- We hosted a Foraging Tour led by Vancouver Island Tours. The weather turned out perfectly for this amazing forest walk in Coombs, where we learned what to put in our salads (year-round!) what we can pick to eat or drink, and how to make a natural, bubbly juice!
- We aim to hold events for the group quarterly throughout the year.
- We plan to run a Ticket to Ride Game in February 2024.
- If you’re interested in finding out the details for our next quarterly XYZ Generations event, follow our social media pages or sign up for our E-newsletters on our website homepage. www.sosd69.com.
by SOS69 | Nov 17, 2023 | Blog
Read about the recent Impact we’ve had on community with your support!
Inside you’ll read about the milestones we’ve celebrated, our XYZ Generations pilot project, our new Intergenerational Family Night, Christmas program information, and more.
Click here to read the Fall 2023 Impact Report
by SOS69 | Nov 17, 2023 | Blog, Job Posting, news
SOS THRIFT SHOP SHIPPER/RECEIVER PART-TIME
Join our Dynamic Team! Looking for a rewarding career in the non-profit sector? SOS is an award-winning charitable organization that has been improving the lives of residents in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region since 1968. What you’ll love about SOS: Great company culture. We value each member of our team and what they bring to our organization. Our staff are passionate about their work and together we strive to maintain a positive, supportive, and respectful work environment. Work-life balance. At SOS we are serious about self-care and know that happy, healthy staff make great employees.
Duties & Responsibilities:
· Transports donations from loading bay to pricing/sorting room.
· Operates/assists on Thrift Shop truck.
· Sorts, labels, and prices donations.
Qualifications:
· Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; able to drive 1 ton cube van.
· Training and/or experience in customer service.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
· Physically fit; able to do heavy lifting in a safe manner.
Hours of Work: 21 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $18.50 per hour
Start Date: Immediately
Deadline: Once Position is Filled
Note: Police Information Check required.
Submit resume and references to:
Thrift Shop Operations Manager,
Society of Organized Services (SOS)
PO Box 898
245 Hirst Avenue West,
Parksville, BC V9P 2G9
Email: adminsupport@sosd69.com
by SOS69 | Sep 22, 2023 | Blog, news
Join us on Saturday October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for a free seminar about how to prepare for your personal and financial needs as you navigate the aging journey.
Learn from and ask questions of an esteemed group of experts on topics such as:
- Brain and Memory Health
- Physical, Emotional, and Social Wellbeing
- Aging in Place – home care and other available community resources
- Will Planning – what should your will contain
- Choosing your Power of Attorney and Executor
- Writing your Personal Directive (will also touch on MAID – Medical Assistance in Dying)
- Planning ahead for your End of Life arrangements
- Leaving a Legacy
Complimentary refreshments will be available and a door prize will be drawn at the end of the seminar.
Registration starts Monday, Sept. 25.
Click here to register
Pre-register for this free seminar by October 19, 2023 – capacity limited to the first 50 registrants.
For health and safety reasons, please be scent-aware.
by SOS69 | Sep 15, 2023 | Blog, news
Date: Thursday, Sept. 21. Location: SOS Thrift Shop, 188 Hirst Ave. W. Parksville.
Time: 10 am-3 pm.
SOS Thrift Shop has been at its current location on Hirst Avenue for 20 years and it continues to be the main funder of all SOS programs and services. It is a community hub, created by community, supported by community, and benefiting our community’s residents.
Shoppers and guests are encouraged to wear ‘60s themed clothing and accessories to celebrate the initial opening of SOS Thrift Shop in 1969, and 20 years at 188 Hirst Ave. W. in Parksville.
There will be cake, complimentary hot dogs and popcorn, spin-the-wheel for prizes, special sales and live music outside from 2-3 pm.
Come celebrate the incredible impact SOS Thrift Shop has made in the lives of local children, youth, families, adults and seniors thanks to community support!
A big shout out to our media partners The Beach 88.5, The Lounge 99.9 and The Parksville Qualicum Beach News, and our sponsor, Quality Foods.