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The work of our many volunteers
Wellwood's Karla Jones, Manager of Volunteer Engagement, recently spoke with volunteer Marlene, who asked if she could...
Know a knitter or crocheter?
Due to continued Covid restrictions at Juravinski Cancer Centre we have not received approval to put the knitting...
Children’s afghans no longer needed
We've just received notice that McMaster Children’s University Hospital that they will no longer be accepting...
Back on course!
We are very happy to announce that through the hard work of Karla, the Wellwood Manager of Volunteers, and her team of...
Squares of Care accepting squares
We are happy to announce that the Squares of Care program at Wellwood is now accepting squares. THANK YOU so much...
COVID-19 UPDATE Feb 26, 2022
Due to the prolonged situation with COVID-19 we are still unable to accept squares at the present time. If you choose...
COVID-19 UPDATE JAN 1 2021
The latest update from the program manager at Wellwood regarding the intake of knitted or crocheted squares is that...
COVID-19 UPDATE July 30, 2020
Due to the current situation with COVID-19 we are unable to accept squares at the present time. If you choose to...
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Wellwood Afghan Thank you!
Fabulous Afghan Magic Making Team... We recently received this heartfelt email from a recipient of one of the beautiful afghans. It’s a touching reminder of what we already know — you truly make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. “Hello, I am a...
Are you wondering what type of wool?
By Karla Jones: I’d like to share a few updates to the program. I’m often asked what type of wool should be used to make the square or afghan. A #4 weight worsted acrylic wool is preferred. We kindly ask that you refrain from using a cotton wool as this tends to be...
Wellwood Thank You
By Karla Jones: Hello Fabulous Wellwood Afghan Volunteer Team! We are forever grateful for your continued dedication to ensuring those who need the hug of a warm afghan, get one. Undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation often leaves a patient feeling cold. Receiving...
New milestone reached!
From the desk of Karla Jones, Manager of Volunteer Engagement at Wellwood: It’s official. We have reached an incredible milestone of distributing 28,000 afghans!! Words cannot express how deeply grateful we are for your support in touching the lives of those who are...
The work of our many volunteers
Wellwood's Karla Jones, Manager of Volunteer Engagement, recently spoke with volunteer Marlene, who asked if she could sent some pictures of the finished afghans created from the donated squares. Thanks to Marlene, we can also share these images with all of you! "I...
Know a knitter or crocheter?
Due to continued Covid restrictions at Juravinski Cancer Centre we have not received approval to put the knitting baskets back into the hospital waiting areas. This has greatly reduced the number of knitted squares and afghans received to support the program. If you...