Cathy Ahrendsen, founder and executive director of A Helping Hand, received the Ned Brooks Award for public service for improving the quality of life in North Carolina communities. The award honors the contributions and values of Ned Brooks, former University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill provost, who has served the university since 1972, making significant contributions to the mission of service and engagement, including a leadership role in the development of the Carolina Center for Public Service.
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Accomplish Projects
Our companions can help around the house with light housekeeping or assist you with organizational projects. We’ll help with laundry, dusting, plant care, walk your dog, coordinate household repairs, help you sort through paperwork and bills, organize your closets or pantry, organize a photo album, change a light bulb… Our companions are smart and eager to help you with tasks that are sometimes challenging and often easier with help.
Maintain Quality of Life and Independence
We can help you with errands and shopping so you can spend more time doing the things you love and maintain a fit and balanced life.
Our companions provide escorted and reliable transportation, keeping our clients active and healthy.
Posted in The Value of A Helping Hand 
Tags: healthy living, independence, quality of life, senior health 
