Inuvik (Sep 08/06) - When volunteers at the Turning Point shelter prepare soup, they sometimes have to use two pots.

This is because the centre doesn't have one pot big enough to hold all the soup.

Turning Point shelter's acting supervisor, Marjorie Blake, holds a fresh fish donated by a travelling U.S. pastor. It will be served to the shelter's clients. - Philippe Morin/NNSL photo

Supervisor Marjorie Blake said she's hoping someone will donate one to the shelter.

She said it would prevent volunteer staff from doing extra dishes.

Many needs to fill

Indeed, Blake said the Turning Point needs furniture, clothing and food, so it can better help it's 18 residents and many drop-in visitors.

"Lots of clients come in need of clothing," she said. "Some have only the clothes on their backs."

In addition, Blake said the men's TV room could use a new couch.

She said the current couch has become so frayed, a piece of plywood has been put under the cushions so people don't fall through.

"We're making use of what we can get," she said, showing holes in the couch.

"We're just trying to run the shelter and make sure it runs smoothly."

Blake said some community members have been giving interesting donations.

For instance, she said a travelling pastor from the United-States has been donating fresh fish, which the shelter will freeze for the winter.

"With winter coming up, it's especially important," she said.

Blake added volunteers are always welcome, if people wish to donate their time.