The 705

Organization Type: Social & Community Services
Address: 56 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario L4N1A4
Contact: Christine Gordon
Website: http://www.the705barrie.com

The 705 is a recovery hub for self help and recovery groups to connect, hold events, meetings and support groups with the intention of helping those who are experiencing addiction and alcoholism. The 705 operates on generosity and volunteers. Visitors can also come to the hub to receive information about recovery services and resources.

 


The 705’s Volunteer Opportunities

Welcome Desk Volunteer

Organization: The 705
Category: Social and Community Service
Description: The 705 is a Recovery Community Centre located in the heart of Barrie. We offer a variety of services and have several Welcome Desk Shifts available. The shifts are roughly 3 hours and …Read More
I interviewed my dad on video in his final weeks. When I asked about his work and finding meaning through helping others, he responded, “I don’t think you can be focused on, ‘Oh gee, I want to make a difference.’ It has to be spontaneous. If it’s not…there’s some kind of egotistical thing going on. That’s a red flag. You hope you impact people on the deepest level you are capable of at the time. Sometimes you hit it, sometimes you don’t. You’re trying.
Lisa Shannon, A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman

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56 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario L4N1A4

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