TEETH Pays it Forward, In Memory of Chrissy
In remembrance of Christine Archibald, The West Kootenay Community
TEETH Clinic (TEETH) acknowledged the Archibald family’s
challenge ‘to honour Chrissy’s life through acts of volunteerism.’ TEETH held a
donation dental day in Nelson on Saturday September 23, 2017. TEETH began operations in June 2014 and is a
registered Society under the BC Societies Act. Community residents with a net
family income of less than $30,000 adjusted and 3-month residency are eligible
for dental services. The clinic offers 40% off dental costs found in the BC
Dental Fee Guide. All government dental insurance plans are accepted at par.
During
regular running clinics, staff working at TEETH are
paid and most have permanent positions at other offices, so they usually work
at TEETH on their days off. However, on Saturday September 23rd
TEETH staff volunteered, their clinical expertise to provide optimal dental
services to TEETH clients and offered dental services free or by donation. #Chrissysentme. Thanks to an exceptional
dental team consisting of 2 dentists, 2 registered dental hygienists, 2 certified
dental assistants, 1 receptionist 2 support staff and the donated use of Dr.
Osepchuck’s office. A total of 23 TEETH clients were provided with dental
services and $756.00 was donated towards helping future clients that do not
have sufficient funds to cover the costs of their dental treatment.
Christine
Archibald, who grew up in Castlegar was a victim of a terrorist attack in
London England on June 3, 2017. Her death has inspired countless acts of
kindness by people around the world. ‘Please honour Chrissy by making her
community a better place.’ ‘Volunteer your time and labour or donate to a
homeless shelter.’ (Archibald family)
For more information on TEETH please contact:
TEETHClinicWK@gmail.com or 250-352-6560 (TEETH info Hot Line).
