Joan Phillips moved to Bancroft five years ago and joined Home Again animal welfare charity as a volunteer shortly after.

She fosters kittens, two of whom she adopted — Miss Kitty is shown here, while Ocean hides from the camera.

She also adopted Peri, a Papillion who “is the best pet I ever had,” says Joan.

Joan attends all Home Again fund raising events with Peri trotting beside her, unleashed and very obedient. They have been at Home Again golf tournaments, fashion shows, bazaars, and in Christmas parades.

Peri is a great ambassador for Home Again and welcomes the many kittens passing through his home on their way to a forever home.

Joan says,

“animals have been with me through good times and bad. They reward me every day with their trust and love. Volunteering with Home Again is more rewarding than you can imagine.”