Volunteers and clients of Moree Care donned their cowboy hats and jeans on Wednesday for a country and western themed luncheon to celebrate National Volunteer Week.
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Moree Care hosts about four themed luncheons for clients each year, and this time they decided to host an event to coincide with National Volunteer Week to thank their dedicated volunteers.
"All of our volunteers were invited and given a small gift to thank them for all they do," Moree Care quality and compliance manager Rachel Egan said.
Moree Care relies on volunteers for its Meals on Wheels service, community transport and support services.
"Their work is priceless," Ms Egan said.
"We wouldn't be able to function without them. Our volunteers are also our eyes and ears with our clients."
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Although many of the volunteers came and went during Wednesday's luncheon, Ms Egan said they will all receive a gift.
Client numbers were also reduced at the luncheon, with a number of people sick or unable to make it.
However, those who did attend were treated to a homemade morning tea, played country-themed bingo and won lucky door prizes, and enjoyed a hearty country-style lunch of sausages and mash and bread and butter pudding.
Ms Egan said they are always looking for more volunteers, so if you can help out, contact Moree Care on 1300 593 113
National Volunteer Week, which runs from May 20 to 26, is an annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation's volunteers. This year's theme is 'Making a world of difference'.