With the biggest turnout ever, the 2020 Aware Affair’s kick-off party at Stephanie and Bennie Bray’s Highland Park home tonight was a smash hit, and deservedly so. The Brays’ way-too-cool home was bulging with art and loads of Aware longtime supporters and newbies to learn about the plans for the annual Aware Affair fundraiser. Red-haired Aware President Jolie … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Aware Affair Plans Announced With Emphasis On “Unmasking The Myths”
Alzheimer's/dementia
Martha And Doug Hawthorne To Honorary Co-Chair Inaugural “Enchanted, An Event To Remember” On Leap Day
Leap Day (aka February 29) comes but once every four years and it’s a Saturday on 2020 calendars. Claiming the date for a fundraiser is the Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for its inaugural Enchanted, An Event to Remember. With the fundraiser taking place at The Hall on Dragon, Event Chair Catherine Weber has revealed that Martha and … [Read more...] about Martha And Doug Hawthorne To Honorary Co-Chair Inaugural “Enchanted, An Event To Remember” On Leap Day
JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser
Leslie Ann Crozier and Katherine Wynne have a double doozy of a win for Tuesday night’s Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum and Dinner at the Bush Center. First of all, it seems that Leslie has become a good friend of Mariel Hemingway, who years ago had had a Dallas restaurant named after her — Sam’s Cafe — when her former husband, Stephen Crisman, was serving up … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, The statistics are startling. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in America and is perhaps the costliest disease in medical history with an estimated tab of more than $1.1 trillion over the next several decades. Triumph Over Alzheimer’s, a non-profit organization, was founded to raise funds … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s
Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory
There are definite perks to being on a committee. And that point was made perfectly clear on Tuesday, June 25, when Leslie Ann Crozier had a gathering of the Triumph Over Alzheimer’s top-tier supporters, like Todd Terry, Carol Hall, Bev Bowman and Dr. Roger Rosenberg, at her high-rise nest before attending a kick-off meeting in The Conservatory. When one guest asked … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory
JUST IN: AWARE President Jolie Humphrey Reveals 13 Grant Recipients For 2019-2020
AWARE President Jolie Humphrey just announced the Dallas and Collin County grant recipients for 2019-2020. Some are new; some are vets of AWARE’s support of organizations “on the frontlines in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.” And the recipients and their programs are: Baylor Healthcare System: Continued salary support for the Baylor AT&T Memory Center to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: AWARE President Jolie Humphrey Reveals 13 Grant Recipients For 2019-2020
2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed
Leslie Ann Crozier rallied her Triumph Over Alzheimer’s (TOA) inner circle for a “Private Preview Party" on Wednesday, May 22, at the Plaza at Turtle Creek Residences’ Conservatory. In addition to longtime supporters like WFAA’s Pete Delkus, Dr. Mark Goldberg, Millie and Dr. Ken Cooper, Ramona Jones, Carol Seay, Jimmy Westcott, Billie Leigh Rippey with Paige Locke, Bobbie Sue … [Read more...] about 2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed
Aware Affair Was Brimming With Purple Jackets, The Six Million Dollar Man And Those Touched By Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's has become the 21st century's most stealthy disease. It doesn't happen suddenly with a rash or an ache. Initially it might be written off as just normal forgetfulness. But then it transcends to less and less brain awareness. And it effects are not limited to just the patient. It touches their family and friends, both emotionally and financially. Lee "The Six … [Read more...] about Aware Affair Was Brimming With Purple Jackets, The Six Million Dollar Man And Those Touched By Alzheimer’s
Highland Park Village Merchants Provided Shopping Experience To Raise Funds For AWARE Affair
On the eve of Valentine's Day, the AWARE crowd strolled and shopped the Highland Park Village merchants to fundraise. It made so much sense for the ladies to find the right frocks to wear for the upcoming AWARE Affair's Celebrate The Moments. Just past 7 p.m., AWARE President Sharon Ballew told details of the event and offered the opportunity for guests to have AWARE Affair … [Read more...] about Highland Park Village Merchants Provided Shopping Experience To Raise Funds For AWARE Affair
A Gentle Reminder: Daylight Saving Times Springs Forward Sunday
As the annual evacuation of North Texas gets underway this weekend due to spring break, its timing is just perfect. With Daylight Saving Time starting at 2 a.m. on Sunday, the “loss” of an hour won’t be so very hard to bear for those on holiday. On the other hand, those trying to adjust their circadian clock to the time change will just try to bravely make the best of it. … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Daylight Saving Times Springs Forward Sunday
A Simple Thank You To … BvB Dallas
From The Senior Source President/CEO Stacey Paddock Malcolmson, “Despite our varying missions, non-profits face similar issues. One that is top of mind for many of us is how to engage the next generation of leaders. Given the population The Senior Source serves, making a connection with younger individuals can prove even more challenging. “Enter BvB Dallas. Entirely … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … BvB Dallas