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In extreme cases. a call- er would be referred to another agency with his con- sent, but the caller need not give a name. With two staff members on duty at a time, overdose cases can be analyzed by the K-W Crisis Clinic at K-W Hospital while one member talks. In these cases. the caller would be advised of his condition and asked if he would like medical attention. _ "We don't fool around with suspected suicides either. If we suspect they are think- ing of suicide. we ask them ...and take it from there." said Nicki. There is no peak time of year for calls. Christmas day was slow. but Jantr. ary might be considered slightly higher due per- haps to the let down after the festive season. But for HELP volunteers. each call is the most import- ant at the time. The volun- And'if a caller is reluctant to speak ...“We take time. We ask questions if answering comes easier than just talking - and we are patient." she said. or by those angered with their situation. She said that at times the going gets rough. but each time help is gendered. it is worth- while. She mentioned frustration caused by reluctant people, Because of her responsibil- ity to the individuals in-l valved. Nicki could not cite cases or generalities. “I know what you are feeling ...but ...have you considered ..?" is a gen- eralization of HELPS function," said Nicki. "We don’t fool around. We.feet a needto-do good and if we can do anything. we will. Sometimes a per- son just needs to get some- thing off their chest to an unknown party," she said. On call from 6 pan. until midnight weekdays and 5 p.m. Friday until Mom day morning. 50 HELP volunteers stress empathy, not sympathy. The empha- sis is on understanding a problem and offering sug- gestions and Alternatives that could improve the indi- vidual's situation. "For our credibility. we have to . stress confidwial- ity." she said. b, She added that a, large percentage of calls to HELP are trpm lonely and de- "Our calls cover every kind of problem imaginable. but last year 512 calls out of 3.000 were from depressed. lonely people. .. she said. "it's amazing, but de- passion is a big problem in this area. People new to the area must feel alienated socially because perhaps tsf that dmt't-ineiude either the church or a bar," she the trend started but the: 1m. it ha and and an patina with mic of all tttres-ttttttttati-tttrx- otrttheWaterhtirReitimt.' the need for crisis com mtmieatimtinthek-warea "., Ir,Ett'-rforcpettaitis j 'irtn/dirttttretr * g . I’m-3W“â€" otertheert-try'imo.t want to talk. mag} new Ja-r people that Just activities HELP hopes to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, but, to do so, they need volunteers. [ -.r. ' HELP operates on stable funding from the Canadiah Mental Health Association and Federated Appeal. The teers are trained by the staff of HELP with additional lectures given by specialists from the area. HELP volunteers are of all ages (over 18). and of all walks of life. They share a common ability to care and empathize. There is no boss. only a co-ordi~ nator who doesn't vote on issues due to his position. Initial applications are replied to with literature and an application form. After official application, the volunteer receives two interviews. attends orien- tation meetings. and lec- tures. need for HELP -was ap- parent from the beginning People in distress often do not know who to turn to or confide in. HELP distress line meets their needs. [621 KING WEST. KITCHENER - 745-9495 AacuEB'umr‘ _sErtllr',]Iii]iri) 1lUrlilll HOME 8: [MPH txoous: IM. no SNOW WALKER " THE ULTRA SECRET- Convenient Parking, entering Wellington or King Street BESTSELLERS! Waterloo Square. King Street South. Waterloo. 886-1352 3.174.; gt1f=llttrgetie so permanent funding was established. HELP telephone num- bers are 74511166 in K-W Doreen Thomas Chairman WEDNESDAY. FEBR UARY 1 1 . 1 976 at Centennial Public SchooI. For the purpose of disieuirsing pending accommodation problems. THE WATEBLOO COUNTY BOARD. OF EDUCATION " OPENMEETING Invites Residents of an Area‘North of Erb Street. served by Centennial Pubiic School. to ROHME R MOWAT WINTERBOIHAM at 7:30 p.m. on bridge area. 3331 in the mum; area and653-Nin theCam- !tpto lines, ansdering). .00 ӣ1.95 RA. Cmickshank Director HARE?! HOE-IN of mow __ confidence - the: 1925. 'trM1t9Atnt_rt_l11ttt1l11tr1.erttsfetictgtfit, ' rs“. FAMILY SKATING - mag Emily skating, a parent must be either skating with‘the children 1t_r.s_qttrttyintr1herhetEtrtelMLorare1t,, ,7W WAIEIIloo PUBLIC “BRAIN ' (IDS-1310) Feb. T: Saturday Matinee 'Mid Winter Special’ at 2:30. Bring the whole family to see “The Seventh Mandarin"; "The Seven Ravens” & others. Petr. 10: Magic Carpet Storytime. Preschoolers will learn the true meaning of Valentines Day arming Yigip, at 10:15. Ladies quilting group meets Thursday afternoons 1:30 pan. -4:30p.m. . The City of Waterloo 's Community Services is offering free time at Seagram Stadium gym every Wednesday, night; and Waterloo Collegiate every Sunday evening for open badminton. Players are advised to bring their own equipment. There is no charge. PROJECT " (Nutrition Improvement Programme) Find out how well you are eating and what you can do about it. Have your diet analyzed free of charge through the University of Waterloo Computer. Phone 745-0651 Mon. - Fri. 1:00-4:00pan. TOPIC: 'Heritage Highways' - GUEST: Mr. Wm. Moore, representing the Ontario Ministry of Tourism. Telephone: 597-1020 Subscriptions to the Adult Recreation Centre News- letter, trip flyers and programme brochures are now available. ' . ' ", wee-m: .7150 13mm: ICE SKATING PRICES: Gunman was: Familyslm Rate: $2.00/yr. Activities Daily Mon. - Fri. Include: Games Room, Floor & Table Shuffleboard. Billiards Rooms, 10t tea & coffee. Note: No member- ship needed. INFORMA’I‘ION: 579-1020. Appointments are being taken for the First and Third Wednesday of each month . The nurse is available 1:45 p.m. - 4:30 pan. Co-sponsor- ed by the Waterloo Regional Health Unit. (Free) Moses Springerand Albert McCormick Arenas: Tuesdays, Wedttesthitys, & Thursdays - _ ' 12:wnoon .. kwpm. ” Waterloo Anna: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursday: & Fridays Izzwnoon - 1:00pm. SPRINGER ARENA 6000 NW Watedoo Girls Rhyme Ten: Best wishes this weekend LOCATION: Waterloo Arena Fri. Feb. 6 - Siskins vs Elmira - 8 p.m. Sun, Feb. 8 - Siskins vs Guelph - 7 pm. GO SISKINS GO 7:O-0:00p.m. General Stating {MN-human. General Skating 8-10”). AdultsOnly t:W6:30p.m. Gamma“ OPEN COMMUNITY BADMINTON ACTIVITIES FOR SENIOR ADULTS AMILT RECREATION CER‘IRE . (Corner of King & Allen St.) as you compete in the Winnipeg Ringette Tournament noun I00. "008 EEiILri; Will ADULT cums Friday, February 6, 1976 2:00pan. -4:30pan. JUNIOR B' HOCKEY PROJECT PROP . [MIIlIIIlS QUINN“ _ , SERVICES . QUILTING tt:00 - 10:00p.m. Gemrmithating , - 4 pm. General Skating t:W6Mp.rn. Family gating WEEK ARENA