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
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JUST IN: The Hoglund Family And The Senior Source To Be Honored At VolunteerNow’s Hearts Of Texas Luncheon
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”
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”
The Senior Source Is Celebrating Its 60th Anniversary With Dance Contest And Fundraising Campaign
With The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon last month in the rearview mirror honoring Pam and Tom Luce along with Barbara Delabano receiving the Molly H. Bogen Service Award, The Senior Source team now has their sights set on the nonprofit's 60th anniversary year. President/CEO Stacey Malcolmson revealed that plans are underway to celebrate the … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Is Celebrating Its 60th Anniversary With Dance Contest And Fundraising Campaign
MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)
According to Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Board Member/VNA Advisory Committee Chair/Volunteer Cici Weinmann, “The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) Meals on Wheels program provides meals to 4,600 clients throughout the entire 1,000 square miles of Dallas County. Since COVID-19 began, the number of hungry seniors in need of meals has skyrocketed and the numbers … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)
December 29 Update: Going Virtual And Going To Be Free
Not everyone has gone on hiatus during the holiday week. There have been a couple of changes on the upcoming fundraising horizon including the following: Going To Be Free Vogel Alcove's Day 1 DFW’s Virtual Experience originally costing $10 is now free Going Virtual The Senior Source’s Spirit of Generations Luncheon scheduled for Friday, January 29, at the … [Read more...] about December 29 Update: Going Virtual And Going To Be Free
MySweetWishlist: The Senior Source
According to The Senior Source Volunteer Ombudsman Charlie Hogge, “The pandemic has worsened isolation for nursing home residents—individuals who already saw few visitors and experienced loneliness. “Around 90 elderly residents at a nursing home in Richardson have come to rely on me for friendship and advocacy. As a certified volunteer with the agency’s Long-Term Care … [Read more...] about MySweetWishlist: The Senior Source
Tolleson Private Bank, FHLB Dallas Partner Up With Catholic Housing Initiative For Seniors’ Housing
There are a couple of senior housing complexes that are weathering the COVID-19 a bit better thanks to a partnership of Tolleson Private Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and Catholic Housing Initiative. Called Partnership Grant Program (PGP), the come-together “helps qualified nonprofits organizations fund a variety of operational and administrative … [Read more...] about Tolleson Private Bank, FHLB Dallas Partner Up With Catholic Housing Initiative For Seniors’ Housing
BvB Dallas Scores More Than $240K Despite Annual Powder Puff Football Game Cancellation
2020 BvB Dallas’ didn’t let a little thing like COVID-19 diminish their drive to raise funds for Alzheimer’s research and treatments. Sure, their annual powder rough puff football game at the Cotton Bowl had to be canceled. But the gals simply showed their spunk to score a touchdown financially. It was just revealed that the young professionals will be able to fund their … [Read more...] about BvB Dallas Scores More Than $240K Despite Annual Powder Puff Football Game Cancellation
MySweetEssential: VNA
According to VNA President/CEO Katherine Krause, The need is greater than ever before. As our community navigates our new normal, it is even more critical to ensure vulnerable senior neighbors are nourished body and soul and seriously ill patients receive care that is safe and compassionate. At the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), we have remained steadfast in our … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: VNA
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers
According to Lone Star Wheelers President/Executive Director Shannon Catalano, Mike was like a little kid as we rode the specialized red and grey bike ‘round and ‘round the circle in front of DaySpring Senior Living in Plano. Quickly feeling safe and secure, Mike was game for going all the way around the building. A cheering squad at the entrance greeted us with each … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Lone Star Wheelers