While the past year may have put a spotlight on heroes who stepped up in the pandemic battle to provide healthcare, food, shelter and comfort, North Texas is no stranger to such selfless types. One group that has gained national recognition and become a pride of joy is Children’s Health. From the highly trained medical experts and researchers, compassionate volunteers, generous … [Read more...] about Children’s Health’s Red Balloon League Is Recruiting Team Members For Upcoming Cape Day
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BSW – Dallas Foundation Board Learned Importance of Education Partnership Program’s Progress At Quarterly Meeting
After Baylor Scott and White – Dallas Foundation Board of Directors Chair Norm Bagwell welcomed more than 100 board members to its virtual quarterly meeting on Tuesday, February 9, he had Baylor Scott and White Health Chief Policy and Community Affairs Officer Kristi Sherrill Hoyl officially introduce Ben Renberg, the Foundation’s new president. Having started his new role … [Read more...] about BSW – Dallas Foundation Board Learned Importance of Education Partnership Program’s Progress At Quarterly Meeting
How To “Stimulate” Your Favorite Nonprofit
If you’ve received or are about to receive your stimulus check, why not put it to good use? Sure, you could tuck it away under your Tempur-breeze, sign up for SMU’s Fast Track MBA program for one term or make down payment on a Louboutin red sole pump clutch bag, but what about stimulating your favorite nonprofits? After what they've been through this past year, they could use a … [Read more...] about How To “Stimulate” Your Favorite Nonprofit
Baylor Medical Center – Dallas Foundation Board Meeting Focused On The Importance Of Nursing
The Baylor Medical Center - Dallas Foundation’s quarterly meeting Tuesday, December 8, was a major catch-up for members in virtual attendance. They not only were updated about Ben Renberg's being named president of the Foundation and Baylor Scott and White Health's new affiliation with Texas A&M Health and Baylor College of Medicine in Temple, but as a result of the … [Read more...] about Baylor Medical Center – Dallas Foundation Board Meeting Focused On The Importance Of Nursing
I Made A Clean Sweep
“Ah, geez!” That’s what I thought as my internist, Dr. Hugh McClung, and gynecologist, Dr. David Cook, sounded like the Righteous Brothers admonishing me in January, “It’s time for your colonoscopy.” It had been ten years since the last one and over the years of landing on Mars and immediately finding vaccines for COVID-19, I thought, “Surely, someone has come up with an easier … [Read more...] about I Made A Clean Sweep
Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
With many folks emerging from the second rounds of COVID-19 vaccinations, some tips have been received to share with future recipients. Pack patience. Be over-prepared for your wait in line. Consider taking hand warmers, a book, etc. Clear your schedule for the two or three days after the second injection. Some people are fine and dandy except for the injection … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten
You’ve got to hand it to Mother Nature. She’s the only one who could knock COVID-19 from the top of North Texas headlines. But as the temperatures rise above freezing and power does return to local not-made-to-be igloos, the pandemic will return to being the priority item. Those in need of their second dose are no doubt worrying if they’ll make it within the designated … [Read more...] about COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten
Mother Nature Is Going To Take North Texas For A Dippity Doozy Of Temperatures This Week
The area weather guessers are all in a spin over this week’s roller coaster of temperatures ranging from Monday’s high of 62 degrees to a below-freezing 25 degrees on Thursday night. Could icy streets be in the future? If so, take it slow if you must get out. The long-term forecast is suggesting that starting this Thursday the temperature highs are going to stay in the … [Read more...] about Mother Nature Is Going To Take North Texas For A Dippity Doozy Of Temperatures This Week
Tuesday I Got My Wish Granted, Got Shot And Was Still Able To Prepare Dinner
Tuesday I found myself clicking onto a COVID-19 vaccine hub site and finding a window of times that were available for my vaccination to take place immediately. At first the sign of availability was shocking after days of “no times available.” Must admit that I was starting to feel like a rejected freshman with no invites after the first round of rush parties. That feeling … [Read more...] about Tuesday I Got My Wish Granted, Got Shot And Was Still Able To Prepare Dinner
A Passing: Rory Meyers
There was a presence about Rory Meyers that just seemed to make her glow. Some might claim that it was her beautiful white hair pulled back in a ponytail; some might say it was that smile that welcomed all; others might say it was an aura that came from a life of helping and giving. Born Rose-Marie Mangeri in the Bronx 79 years ago, Rory wasn’t one to seek fame and power. … [Read more...] about A Passing: Rory Meyers
2020 Celebrating Women Didn’t Let COVID-19 Overshadow Mission Against Its Breast Cancer
Back on Wednesday, October 28, it was one of those cold fall days with the high only 45 degrees and wet stuff falling all over. If ever there was a time when an event benefited from being virtual, it was the day’s Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation's 2020 Celebrating Women benefiting Baylor Scott And White Health’s battle against breast cancer. Over the past 20 years, the … [Read more...] about 2020 Celebrating Women Didn’t Let COVID-19 Overshadow Mission Against Its Breast Cancer