Longtime community volunteer Vickie MacDonald reflects on a life of giving back

Vickie MacDonald, a longtime Sheet Harbour resident, reflects on decades of volunteering including 25 years at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital and regular Meals on Wheels deliveries to local seniors.

Vickie MacDonald is reflecting on decades of volunteering in Sheet Harbour as the year ends. Born and raised in the community, she still lives there with her husband, David. While working full time, she moved from supervising a high school cafeteria to 25 years at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital as an aide and cook. She continues to help with her church, the Royal Canadian Legion Courcelette Branch 58, the Sheet Harbour Lions Club and Meals on Wheels. Key facts: - Born and raised in Sheet Harbour and still lives there with her husband, David. - Began volunteering young through church suppers and by helping with her parents' efforts. - Worked casual shifts and later full time at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital, spending 25 years as an aide and cook. - Volunteered with youth and school activities including Beavers, Scouts, the parent-teacher association, Sunday school and Little League. - Active with the Royal Canadian Legion Courcelette Branch 58 and the Sheet Harbour Lions Club, helping with events such as the spring fling, Seaside Festival and seniors games. - Helps deliver Meals on Wheels about once every six weeks, delivering roughly 10 to 12 meals and checking in on recipients. Summary: MacDonald says volunteering gives her a sense of purpose and connection, and she encourages others to get involved; seeing people socialize and be supported is what she enjoys most. Undetermined at this time.