It's been a few months in coming, but the collection of new personal supplies for Orchard Hill residents will arrive shortly. This afternoon, Kaleva Meats owner Dave Barrett confirmed that funds raised for the displaced residents of the assisted living complex will be spent over the next few days and items distributed within a few weeks. "It should have been done already," said Barrett.
A benefit dinner was held shortly after a fire broke out at Orchard Hill in February. Residents were moved to other homes, but items such as razors, combs and pajamas were lost in the blaze. Barrett said that scheduling difficulties between Kaleva Meats and Orchard Hill had caused the delay, but said he looked forward to completing the project. "We do a lot of donations and benefits," he said. His own out-of-pocket contributions covered the basic food items for the dinner, which was held at the Kaleva Lions Den and brought in over $700.
Barrett said his wife, Beth, and a representative from Orchard Hill will purchase the supplies together, to guarantee proper disbursement of funds and careful distribution. Staff from Orchard Hill were not immediately available for comment.
The Three Pines Gander will update this story as more information becomes available.
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