This post may seem a bit premature, but Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. But along with the national holiday's closing post offices and an array of government offices and delaying the IRS' quarterly payment, it's also going to be a challenge for the holiday's MLK Parade. Evidently Mother Nature doesn't give a flip about the holiday and is aiming to drop … [Read more...] about Change Is In The Wind: Monday’s Martin Luther King Holiday To Kick-Off Frigid Days And Nights
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MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
According to Wilkinson Center Board Member Drew Ross, "From the child who needs additional food assistance when school is on summer break to the senior citizen looking for help with finances after retiring, Wilkinson Center is here to serve all of our community, all ages and all stages. “People from every walk of life can find themselves suddenly facing new challenges and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Wilkinson Center
World Adventurer Victor Vescovo Shared Past Tales And Future Undertakings At The Sage Society Supper
Oh, what a night the guests at The Charles C. Sprague Sage Society dinner had hearing about tales of faraway places and adventures few people have experienced. Taking place at "a local country club" on Tuesday, October 24, The Senior Source fundraiser's keynote speaker was "local boy" Victor Vescovo, who had conquered the depths of the sea and the world's tallest … [Read more...] about World Adventurer Victor Vescovo Shared Past Tales And Future Undertakings At The Sage Society Supper
MySweetToyDrive: The Senior Source
According to The Senior Source Friendly Visitor Manager Marsha Evans, “It’s that time of year when everyone starts shopping for their kids and grandkids for the holidays. Or maybe your family has a tradition to donate to children in need through various nonprofits or ‘angel trees’ at your nearest mall. While those are all worthy causes, I earnestly invite you to add older … [Read more...] about MySweetToyDrive: The Senior Source
MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 14th Annual Celebrity Chef Events
According to Visiting Nurse Association supporter Shandalynn Hagar, “My husband, Kelby Hagar, and I are huge supporters of the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), especially its Meals on Wheels program. When I was young, my mother delivered meals during lunch breaks from IBM in her work skirt and heels, regardless of the weather, and the impact has stayed with me since. I … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association’s 14th Annual Celebrity Chef Events
The Senior Source Is High Rolling For Older Adults As Temperatures Head Deep Down
With the chill of 2023-2024 approaching, The Senior Source (TSS) has already put into place programs to help area older folks prepare for the seasonal freezing temperatures. According to TSS President/CEO Stacey Malcolmson, "We have two ways of supporting older adults in the winter months. All year long we partner with Atmos Energy to help low-income older adults … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Is High Rolling For Older Adults As Temperatures Head Deep Down
JUST IN: Louise And Guy Griffeth To Be Honored At The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
For three decades The Senior Source has held its Spirit of Generations Luncheon to honor an individual or group of individuals who "have contributed significantly in thoughts, words and deeds to all generations of the greater Dallas community. " For its 30th anniversary, the 2024 Spirit of Generations Luncheon on Friday, March 1, will honor a couple of sweethearts — … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Louise And Guy Griffeth To Be Honored At The Senior Source’s Spirit Of Generations Luncheon
11th Power Of Pie is Open For Thanksgiving Dessert Reservations To Benefit VNA
Gee, it's not even Halloween, but area hosts/hostesses and non-profits are already putting together plans for Thanksgiving. The smart ones, who enjoy supporting more than those at their dinner tables, are on board for the 11th Power Of Pie (POP) fundraiser for the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA). It's a delicious opportunity to support VNA's programs that help … [Read more...] about 11th Power Of Pie is Open For Thanksgiving Dessert Reservations To Benefit VNA
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Senior Source
According to The Senior Source President and CEO Stacey Malcolmson, “What do you do if you are a senior caring for two teenage granddaughters by yourself due to illness in the family and you are not technically literate? That’s the situation Dallas resident and former Foster Grandparent volunteer Mary Williams was in. For some, lack of computer and technology skills … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Senior Source
MySweetOpportunity: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
According to YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ Board Chair and Chief Volunteer Officer Felix J. Lozano III, “A brand new Park South Family YMCA is coming to South Dallas. For more than 55 years, the branch has served and operated out of the historic Queen City district. This is the YMCA’s third facility in the past 12 months that will begin major construction as part of its … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: YMCA Of Metropolitan Dallas
Visiting Nurse Association Has A New Slate Of Board Officers And Members For Its Fiscal Year
While the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) is distributing cool fans with its clients thanks to its Summer Fan Drive program, it has also been literally bringing on board new officers and board members as of Saturday, July 1. Leading the board are Chair Eugenia King, Chair-Elect Kevin Eden, Treasurer Andres Villareal and Secretary Levi H. … [Read more...] about Visiting Nurse Association Has A New Slate Of Board Officers And Members For Its Fiscal Year