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THE C.A.N. HELP! PROGRAM

The CAN HELP!® Program supports vulnerable neighbors—primarily isolated seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and individuals facing financial hardship—by providing groceries, personal-care items, practical assistance, and compassionate one-to-one connection.

CAN HELP! BAG® CARE PACKAGES

CAN HELP! BAG® care packages deliver groceries, personal-care items, and thoughtful essentials to isolated seniors and other neighbors in need. Items may include:

 

• Activity booklets and colored pencils for mental stimulation, relaxation, and enjoyment.

 

• Quality protein items and other foods that support basic nutritional needs.

 

• Snacks and comfort items that let recipients know they are remembered.

 

• Personal-care and hygiene essentials that support comfort, health, and dignity.

 

• Other relevant items based on current needs.

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COMPASSION ON THE MOVE
Mobile Food Pantry

Compassion On The Move is our mobile food pantry. This program delivers food and other items to the front doors of isolated seniors, helping to supplement their grocery bills so that they don't go hungry during the month.

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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Technology can help isolated seniors stay connected, informed, and independent. Through our technology education programs, seniors learn:

 

• How to set up and use a smartphone, including larger text, louder ringer settings, helpful apps, contacts, and other accessibility features.

 

• How to use online shopping and delivery services when getting to a store is difficult.

 

• How to use video chat and calling to reduce senior isolation and stay connected with family and friends.

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ADOPT SOMEONE FORGOTTEN® CAMPAIGN

Throughout the year, CAN creates events and initiatives that raise awareness and support to help reduce senior isolation and provide groceries, personal-care items, compassionate connection, and other practical assistance. These initiatives include:

 

• ADOPT SOMEONE FORGOTTEN® Annual Golf Tournament

 

• John “The Rev” Stanley Dignity Walk

 

• CAN Christmas

 

• Annual Angel Tree Christmas Gifts for Seniors

 

Join us in honoring seniors who should not be forgotten and in putting compassion into action.

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Prefer to donate by check? Checks may be made payable to CAN and mailed to:
The Compassion Advocacy Network, Inc. • 637 W. 36th Street • Norfolk, VA 23508

OFFICE HOURS

Saturday-Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

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