Red Cross seeks volunteers

The Red Cross is seeking volunteers for its Red Cross Calling appeal on the Peninsula on March 1.

Red Cross regional manager Mr Glen Boyd said there was a need for volunteers particularly in the Umina and Ettalong areas.

"We're extremely grateful for the support Peninsula residents have given in the past and are hoping people are able to support Red Cross Calling again this year by volunteering to doorknock individually, with their family and friends or as part of a community group," Mr Boyd said.

"Doorknocking for Red Cross Calling is a great family or group activity and our collectors tell us they find it to be a satisfying and rewarding experience to help their local community in this way."

Funds raised through Red Cross Calling go towards numerous community services including the disaster welfare service which helped residents affected by the New Years Day bushfires.

Other Red Cross services provided on the Central Coast include the Telecross phone monitoring service, Good Start Breakfast Club and Hands On Community Care.

To get involved in Red Cross Calling or for further information about services the Red Cross provides in your local area contact Katherine Wicks on 4324 3411.

Press release, February 7 Katherine Wicks, Central Coast Australian Red Cross