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Goochland County is a land of contrasts. As one former
supervisor discovered when campaigning for office, some of his constituents had
dirt floors, other marble.
The runaway inflation that plagues us all, hits some
Goochlanders harder. For decades, two local non-profits have worked to lend a
hand to those struggling to get by.
GoochlandCares is celebrating 70 years of giving hope and
assistance to those who, for reasons beyond their control, need help. GoochlandCares
provides basic human services and health care to people who may not qualify for
other assistance programs.
Goochlandcares headquarters at 2999 River Road West in
Goochland Courthouse Village, provides “one stop shopping” for all of its services.
These a food pantry that serves more than 235 families, medical and dental
care, clothing, transportation services, emergency housing, mental health support,
critical home repair, sexual and domestic violence recovery assistance, and
GED/ESL education.
Goochlanders give generously of their time, talent, and treasure
to make GoochlandCares possible. Unlike governmental assistance programs, private
GoochlandCares has the flexibility to help people get the services they need to
get back on their feet. Many former clients now volunteer to help others.
Thanks to the ingenuity of the intrepid staff and volunteers
of GoochlandCares, it did not miss a beat providing services during the
pandemic. The clinic used telemedicine, set up testing and vaccination clinics,
and contactless pick up from the food pantry and clothes closet.
Go to https://goochlandcares.org/
to learn more about this fine organization. If you need help, or are looking
for a satisfying volunteer opportunity, please contact them.
The Goochland Christmas Mother Association https://goochlandchristmasmother.org/
provides resources to enable qualified
Goochland residents to purchase food, clothing, toys, and other essential items
during the holiday season. Families with children, those over age 60, and those
with a documented disability, who pass a means test are eligible. In 2020, 253
families had a happier holiday seasons thanks to the efforts of hundreds of
volunteers and community support.
If you have a bean or two to spare, please consider making a
donation to these fine organization to help your neighbors.
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