MASSABESIC LIONS
District Projects
MAINE LIONS CLUBS, DISTRICT 41 P.E.T. PROGRAM
The Maine Lions Personal Energy Transportation (P.E.T.) Workshop in Waterboro celebrated the completion of P.E.T. number 90 during the month of July, 2013. The P.E.T. program was started in 2007 when the idea was launched into a full-fledged manufacturing facility. A small group of dedicated individuals who were part of the Maine Lions Clubs saw the need for this type of personal transportation for individuals who do not have the use of their legs.
In 2008, one of the Massabesic Lions Club members who was attending the Lions International Conference in Boston saw a display of three-wheeled carts that are
designed for people who do not have the use of their legs. Called a P.E.T., (Personal Energy Transport), the member thought that building these carts might be a good project for the Club. Other members stepped up and production started.
Shortly after, Maine Lions District 41 voted to support the Project. They provide financial support with the carts being assembled here at the Massabesic Lions Club. To date, we have shipped out almost 500 of these carts. They all go to developing countries around the world. This is part of an international organization called Mobility Worldwide.
Eyeglass recycling is one of the Lions' most popular activities. Although the program was officially adopted by the association in 1994, Lions have been collecting glasses, for more than 80 years. And now Hearing Aids and Cell Phones. Refractive errors can be easily corrected with eyeglasses, yet millions in developing nations lack access to basic eye care services. Lions have recognized the urgent need for corrective lenses and continue to lend their support to the Lions Recycle for Sight Program.
If you wish to mail any collections -
Address: Project Recycle , 813D Main Street, Waterboro, ME 04087
Or if you wish to drop off to the club 24/7 - place inside left side of building, entry door to the side, do not block blue doors please.