At their new harm reduction center in West Creek on Wednesday, Dec. 11, eight members of Sea Change Recovery Community Organization volunteered to prepare 100 “dignity bags” for distribution through direct outreach to those in need. The bags included hand-knitted hats and scarves, hygiene items, first aid kits, snacks, resource information and more.

OUTREACH: The crew – (from left) Renee Rithianos, Dawn Lani, Vincent Festa, John Lavin, Graham Davies, Erin McGee Purul and Erron Gransden – gets the job done, assembly line style. For some, it’s a way to give back.
The RCO’s mission is rooted in compassion and community support.
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