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The Center of Concern a helping hand to neighbors in need |
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Jim Schurder
The Center of Concern recently named Jim Schurder of Park Ridge as the Dee Heinrich Volunteer of the Year. Jim received the award at The Center's 2011 Annual Meeting held in May. In his 18 years of service to The Center, Schurder shared his time and talents in countless ways. He drove homebound clients to medical appointments, delivered donated furniture and Thanksgiving turkeys to families served by The Center, and served as office handyman. Known as "Mr. Fix-it", Schurder, whose wife Mary recently retired as The Center's executive director, as always available to The Center's staff. "Whatever the need, the office could always count on Jim," said Lea Ames, Interim Executive Director of The Center. "He even cooked up a storm by acting as our Chef Extraordinaire at The Center's annual miniature golf event and barbeque. Our staff, volunteers, Auxiliary Board and Board of Directors greatly appreciate his generosity, flexibility, and wonderful sense of humor. Jim's dedication and contributions have helped The Center serve individuals and families in need throughout the community." |