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UPDATE, MONDAY AFTERNOON:

• Redwood Coast Village ‘Overwhelmed’ With Volunteers Who Want to Help Older Members of the Community

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Press release from Redwood Coast Village:

After Governor Newsom’s announcement today recommending that individuals over 65 voluntarily self-isolate, Redwood Coast Village (RCV), a local organization for seniors that coordinates volunteer help, is urgently seeking volunteers under 65 to assist in providing support to our senior neighbors and friends at this challenging time.

“While our newly introduced phone buddy system does not require our volunteers to go out into the community, essential driving and food shopping assistance is still needed,” said JoAnn Schuch, a member of the RCV board. “To help protect the health of all participants, we really need a larger pool of under-65 volunteers to help while COVID-19 has the potential to circulate in our area.”

The RCV office remains open and staffed. Anyone able to volunteer is encouraged to call 707-442-3763 x217 or email rcv@redwoodcoastvillage.org.