WOOPI volunteering legend and Lion Jean Vickery has raised over $7000 for Cancer Council in this year’s “Shave for a Cure” fundraiser.
Ms Vickery shaved her head in May in a grand effort to raise money for the cancer charity as one of her family is currently undergoing cancer treatment.
Along with Woolgoolga Lions Club President Joginda Garcha and members, Ms Vickery presented a cheque for $7100 to Cancer Council.
The Lions Club of Woolgoolga are staunch supporters, raising funds not only for Cancer Council but for many charities across the community.
Cancer Council’s Community Fundraising Team Leader Lauren Fraser, said Jean Vickery’s “Shave for Cancer” fundraiser is a wonderful example of her courage and the club’s commitment.
“Every dollar raised helps Cancer Council fund vital research, deliver prevention programs, and provide support services like our 13 11 20 Information and Support Line.
“We are so grateful to Jean and the Woolgoolga Lions for their amazing commitment to helping people affected by cancer.”
Woolgoolga Red Cross Emergency team leader Judith Jackson said Ms Vickery is a classic example of how volunteering is beneficial for your physical and mental health.
“Now in her senior years, there is no stopping her,” she said.
“Volunteering across a range of services has certainly strengthened her social connections and provides her with a sense of purpose.
“Jean is always up to something.”
With loneliness cited as a possible public health epidemic, “we should all take a leaf out of Jean’s book”.
Keeping active in the community is one of the best cures for loneliness and helps contribute to greater overall wellbeing, thus a potentially longer, more fulfilled life.
“When it comes to raising money for a good cause, particularly as this one was close to her heart, Jean gives 110 percent.”
In March 2022, as President of Woolgoolga Lions Club, Jean Vickery drove a powerful campaign to support the Northern Rivers farmers in the Need for Feed charitable initiative.
By Andrea FERRARI
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