The Swan River RCMP Detachment has started a program to help provide some comfort to those who find themselves as a victim of crime.
The Cops and Quilts initiative was recently developed by members at the Detachment and it's one that a local quilt group is certainly rallying around. Juanita Bettesworth says many times victims of crime are at the detachment while evidence is being gathered. It's at that time that the victim is very vulnerable and that's where the Cops and Quilts Program comes in.
The Bowsman United Church Quilt Group has donated handmade quilts to the Detachment and they plan on giving them out to victims. Already more than 10 quilts have been donated to the program.
"I know within our office, this program has certainly been well received," said Bettesworth. "And anyone that we have talked to, they love the idea. It's just a small thing that we can do to show our support for victims in our community."
Bettesworth believes that every act of kindness, no matter how small, will help promote a more caring community.
If you have some quilts that you would like to donate, you can do so by contacting the Swan River Detachment at 734-4686. Officers can pick them up or you can drop them off, whichever is easiest for you.
