Chatham-Kent’s nursing home is recognizing one of its volunteers for his years of selfless service.
The Riverview Gardens Family Council has awarded Phil McCracken with the 2023 Norm Lachapelle Award for Volunteerism.
McCracken is a certified bartender who has been volunteering at Riverview Gardens since 2016.
“I didn’t start volunteering to receive awards, but I appreciate this honour,” said McCracken in a news release.
He has dedicated more than 450 hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays to make “pub hour” an enjoyable time for residents at the home.
“Phil goes above and beyond to be welcoming and friendly to everyone he encounters,” said Janice Ward, co-chair of the Riverview Gardens Family Council. “He is reliable, dependable, and consistent. He can be counted on to attend when scheduled and is always willing to come in whenever needed. Phil brings a little bit of ‘Cheers’ to Riverview Gardens every time he tends bar.”
The Norm Lachapelle Award for Volunteerism was created in 2019 by the Riverview Gardens Family Council in honour of fellow member, friend, and long-time volunteer Norm Lachapelle, who passed away
