(L/R) Melanie Freeman and Wendy Knechtel
Melanie Freeman is a bonafide local celebrity. And with good cause. Melanie is a tireless fundraiser and she has just recently kicked off her latest effort which she calls “Care For Seniors With Melanie”
Melanie has been a resident at the Carefor Retirement Home since 2021. She recently celebrated a birthday and she shared with myFM what her birthday wish was:
The money Melanie is raising will support a range of activities and comforts at Carefor, including pet therapy, swimming sessions, music and art supplies, and seasonal celebrations.
Two years ago Melanie created an event that she called “The Grand Parade” which in her first year took her from the marina in Pembroke to Riverside Park and back again. It should be noted that Melanie walks with the assistance of a cane so this is no small feat. Melanie can’t help but show her pride and her accomplishments:
Melanie has the lofty goal of raising $12,000 and with the attitude and perseverance she has displayed there is no reason why she can’t achieve that goal with the support of the generous folks of Pembroke and area.
Longtime care giver Wendy Knechtel and staunch supporter of Melanie says that she was in full agreement with Melanie’s plan right from the get go and knows that the funds will be put to very good use for all residents:
Wendy and all of the folks at Carefor know well how important Melanie’s efforts are to not only the causes she helps, but to herself as s person who needs to keep moving forward and striving to better her residence as well as the whole community:
Please reach out to Melanie and help her achieve her latest goals by heading to Carefor.ca/donate.
Good luck, Melanie!
(Written By: Richard Evans)