How to Survive the Holidays

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December’s back. You know what that means.

Adorable pyjamas. Mouth watering turkeys. Long line-ups at the grocery store. Trips to the vet (PSA: cats and tinsel don’t mix). Slaving over a turkey for eight hours and not one word of thanks. Christmas music.

Yes, we know that the holidays aren’t elves and mistletoe, so our team has come up with four easy steps YOU can take to survive the holidays.

1. Give the gift of meaning. Did you know that we are a registered charity? Skip the department stores. Make a donation to Gordon House on a loved one’s behalf. They’ll love it. We promise.

2. Reject consumerism. Do your shopping at the Attic Thrift Store. Did you know that 100% of proceeds go directly to our programs? This season, your purchase of a stylish holiday sweater could support a neighbour in need.

3. Re-gift your neighbourhood. Bring those unwanted presents down to your local Attic Thrift Store. Your trash is another person’s treasure. What’s more joyful than that?

4. Feeling lonely? Come on down to Gordon House. From the bottom of our hearts, we get it. Come on down for a coffee. We are always ready to listen.

Joking aside, this is a difficult time of year for many.

Some of the most important work we do at Gordon House is to walk alongside neighbours in their time of need. This year, we have supported neighbours through the loss of loved ones, through addictions and through chemotherapy. As we move into the holiday season, this work becomes even more important.

One thing's for sure - we can't do it without you. This season, please consider giving in any way that you can. Whether that's by a cash donation or by visiting one of our local Thrift Stores, know that we are tremendously grateful for your support.

The real way to survive the holidays is to lift up those around you. Together, let's make sure that everyone has somewhere to belong.

In solidarity,

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