Ethel and Van love GC&M News

ETHEL Burgess enjoyed a visit at St Paul’s Retirement Living and Aged Care recently and loves keeping up to date with all that is happening when reading the latest copy of the Glasshouse Country and Maleny News.

Joining her was Smart Pups Assistance Dog ‘Van’ who met Ethel and the residents of St Paul’s with his wagging tail and loved receiving a pat as part of his training to be a qualified Assistance Dog. ‘Van’ is being trained by Puppy Carer Sharon Chapman.

for granted and forget that so many people don’t have access to basic hygiene necessities,” she said.

“We’re hoping to give the girls a chance to go to school for longer, even for them to somewhat have an understanding of the female body, which will be so little to us but so big for them.”

The girls are hoping to raise $3500 for flights and have been washing cars and also recently set up a Go Fund Me page Stella said: “We’re all really excited to go and make a difference in these girls’ lives. It’s going to be an amazing experience. We’re grateful for any support we can get. Even a small donation can make a big difference.” If you would like to assist: www.gofundme.com/f/xemj6hcambodia-fundraising