Lending Neighbors a Helping Hand

By Paige McAtee

When people within the community are going through a crisis, Neighbor Brigade marches in to give their help.

Whether a person is sick, recovering after an accident, or in need of support he or she may not receive in daily life, this organization will give assistance.

Neighbor Brigade has 35 chapters throughout Massachusetts, including an Easton chapter. All of the chapters together have nearly 5,000 volunteers in the organization and have delivered about 7,000 meals to those in need of support.

Neighbor Brigade was brought to Easton in November 2010 by Diane Tremblay and Nancy Andrie, who are leaders for the Easton chapter. To become involved with Easton’s chapter, email the chapter leaders at EastonMA@neighborbrigade.org.

The leaders work to support the needs of the chapter by recruiting more volunteers and increasing awareness of the organization throughout the community.

“Neighbor Brigade is a great organization because it provides an organized way to help neighbors and community members manage their routines and needs during a difficult time,” said Richard Ellis, a Neighbor Brigade Braintree Chapter leader.

Neighbor Brigade provides services for its community members whether it’s cooking a meal, walking a dog, performing small errands, or setting up a doctor’s appointment.

In order to become a volunteer or request assistance with Neighbor Brigade, visit the organization’s website.

Photo Credit: Neighbor Brigade Facebook page