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JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations To Salute Kathy And Larry Helm And Junior League Of Dallas

Sep 24, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

The Senior Source is charging into 2022 with plans for its annual Spirit of Generations Award Luncheon with Robin Bagwell at the helm. And speaking of “helm,” a couple of them will be the honorees — Kathy and Larry Helm, who just recently wowed the crowd at Klyde Warren Park with their dance steps for the Diamond Dance-Off. According to Robin, “We are so pleased to be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Spirit Of Generations To Salute Kathy And Larry Helm And Junior League Of Dallas

MySweetOpportunity: Network Of Community Ministries Food Pantry Fork-Off

Aug 17, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to AmeriCorps VISTA Development Intern Maya Reddi, "Network of Community Ministries is excited to present its second annual Food Pantry Fork-Off on Saturday, September 25! We have finally moved into our brand-new building, and we are so excited to be able to celebrate the occasion with our friends and supporters while raising money for a great cause! This fun, … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Network Of Community Ministries Food Pantry Fork-Off

Sold-Out Hearts Of Texas Luncheon Kicks Off VolunteerNow®’s 50th Anniversary With Awards And Liz Murray

Jul 14, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

To kick of its 50th anniversary year, VolunteerNow®'s 14th annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon at Belo Mansion on Tuesday, June 29, was sold out, with good reason. In addition to saluting The Hoglund Foundation with the VolunteerNow Lifetime Achievement Award for its philanthropy and hands-on involvement and the presentation of the Ruth Collins Sharp Altshuler Award to The Senior … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Hearts Of Texas Luncheon Kicks Off VolunteerNow®’s 50th Anniversary With Awards And Liz Murray

The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King

Jul 8, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The morning of Tuesday, June 22, was a rarity. Despite the 90-degree heat of the past days, a cold front had swept thru North Texas during the night resulting in morning temperatures in the 60s. It was to be a one-day reprise from the summer heat. By 10 a.m. the temperatures had risen to the upper 70s, making it perfect for The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off finals at … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King

VNA Adds Four Members To Its Board To Kick Off Its New Fiscal Year

Jul 8, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The VNA’s fiscal year started last week on Thursday, July 1. To kick off its new year, the organization’s board has added four new members including former Grand Bank of Texas CEO Michael Casey, Lincoln Property Company VP Matt Craft, Argonaut Private Equity LLC President Kelby Hager and Cornerstone Baptist Church South Dallas/Fair Park Pastor Chris … [Read more...] about VNA Adds Four Members To Its Board To Kick Off Its New Fiscal Year

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off

Jul 7, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Mother Nature gave The Senior Source a break with cooler temperatures and bright sunshine for its Diamond Dance-Off at Klyde Warren Park on Tuesday, June 22. After weeks of entrants submitting videos of their dance moves to be judged, the big day had arrived with the winners of the four categories — solo, partners, group and generational — competing for the Diamond Dance-Off … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off

Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Provides A Grant For Pajamas For Seniors’ Music, Memories and Mumus

Apr 14, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Pajamas for Seniors has expanded its program of providing PJs for older residents. With Mother's Day quickly approaching, they have undertaken "Music, Memories and Mumus" for "female residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and/or related dementia." Thanks to a $6,000 grant from Alzheimer's Foundation of America, they will … [Read more...] about Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Provides A Grant For Pajamas For Seniors’ Music, Memories and Mumus

George Clooney May Have To Sit Out The Senior Source Diamond Dance-Off, But Clay Jenkins Has Signed On As A Backup Dancer

Apr 2, 2021 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

As adorable as cover boy George Clooney is, he’s just too young to star in an upcoming video. Limited to Dallas and Collin County folks 60 years and older starring in The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off videos, entries are now being accepted until Tuesday, April 20. Alas, poor George doesn’t turn 60 until Thursday, May 6. But there’s still hope for George. There are … [Read more...] about George Clooney May Have To Sit Out The Senior Source Diamond Dance-Off, But Clay Jenkins Has Signed On As A Backup Dancer

JUST IN: Jason Brown To Succeed Retiring Dallas City Homes President Karen Brooks-Crosby

Mar 22, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Dallas City Homes (DCH) got its start back in 1989. Its purpose was “to positively transform dis-invested neighborhoods and preserve housing affordability.” Since then it has “developed or preserved the affordability of more than 2,400 apartments and participated in the construction, renovation or development of more than 350 homes for sales.” The results have been such … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Jason Brown To Succeed Retiring Dallas City Homes President Karen Brooks-Crosby

JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon

Mar 15, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

It was back in 1956 when a couple of University of Kansas graduates exchanged vows. She was born in Wichita and earned her degree in political science; he was from Lawrence and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. Little did either of them know that the next 65 years would take them around the world thanks to his career in the energy industry, as well as their … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon

“Pints And Pjs” To Raise Mugs And Funds At 3 Nations Brewing For “Pajamas For Seniors”

Feb 26, 2021 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Everybody has their own story about the pain and inconvenience that the past year of pandemicking has caused. One group that hasn’t been heard from is the senior citizen crowd living in area nursing and assisted living homes. It’s not because they’ve been living the life of Riley. Rather, due to strict restrictions to safeguard their vulnerability, they have in many cases been … [Read more...] about “Pints And Pjs” To Raise Mugs And Funds At 3 Nations Brewing For “Pajamas For Seniors”

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