An advocate for an elderly woman in Syracuse’s south side called on the Methodist Conference for help. Operation Northern Comfort and the Conference have established a cooperative effort in assisting those in need. A joint team of volunteers came together in response. Pre-built ramp sections were constructed at the Methodist Conference Center and later transported to the client’s home. There the team worked together erecting the ramp. A video was made of the efforts and transmitted live to the Conference Center where a seminar on community service activity was being held.

The client had suffered a stroke and had limited use of shoulders and arms. She has been very active in her community and the ramp will allow her to continue helping others.