Two Hills RCMP and Victim Services Host Hot Dog Lunch

Two Hills RCMP and Victim Services Host Hot Dog Lunch

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

A good crowd was on hand to enjoy a hot dog lunch outside of the RCMP detachment on Aug. 30.

The event was hosted by the Two Hills & Area Victim Services Unit and the Two Hills RCMP. Melonie Gillis, Program Manager of the Two Hills & Area Victim Services Unit, was pleased with the turn out and said funds for the lunch were provided by the Government of Canada which supports Victims and Survivors of Crime Week.

“The lunch provided an opportunity to showcase what Two Hills Victim Services does for the community and also provided an opportunity to meet with the RCMP members and detachment staff.

L-R: Victim Services Program Manager Melonie Gillis, Cst. Zach Ramsey and Willow, Sgt. Robert Daisley, RCMP Detachment Administrator Trish Proznick, Victim Services Board members Debbie Nahirnak, Pat Ewanishan, Doris Euchuk, Wendy Darda and Victim Services volunteer advocate Pat Yackimec.

(Victim Services/Submitted Photo)

The lunch was very well attended with over 175 people joining us on a hot beautiful sunny day in the backyard of the Two Hills RCMP detachment. This is the third time we have hosted this type of luncheon and they are always very well received.

Detachment Commander Sgt. Robert Daisley said, “The weather was hot and we were glad of the shade in the back yard of the detachment and even happier to have so many people come out to share a meal and have a visit! We really appreciate all of the hard work done by Mel and her volunteers, both on the board and the advocates!”

Gillis said that, “Feedback for this type of event is always very positive and there are always individuals who admit that they are not aware of the services Victim Services provides. This type of event provides an opportunity to explain the services available by its fully trained staff and volunteer advocates.

Pat Yackimec, Pat Ewanishan and Tammy Pocock.

(Victim Services/Submitted Photo)

Victim Services quietly assists its clients via referrals from the RCMP so often the community is not aware of the work we do which is to provide support and referrals to required services to victims of crime including shelter, court, support, counselling and information regarding the justice system. We also assist with victims of trauma and tragedy - assisting them through various types of crisis including sudden death, mental illness, accidents, suicide and family violence. Two Hills Victim Services is also active within the Two Hills community advocating safety and prevention.”

Two Hills and Area Victim Services is a nonprofit society which is reliant on government funding, grants, fundraising and donations.