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VNA’s Celebrity Chef And Cocktails In The Kitchen Are Keeping It All In The Family With Friends

Feb 3, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

With the pandemic forcing most spring nonprofit events into a virtual state, VNA's  11th Annual Celebrity Chef fundraiser had an ace up its proverbial sleeve. The organization was a legendary champ at delivering cuisine thanks to its Meals on Wheels program. In keeping with the recent emphasis on homegrown products and talents, organizers smartly kept it all in a well-known … [Read more...] about VNA’s Celebrity Chef And Cocktails In The Kitchen Are Keeping It All In The Family With Friends

MySweetWishList: Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)

Dec 30, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

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)

With Greenberg Turkeys Up In Smoke, VNA’s Power Of Pie Carries On With Pumpkin Power

Nov 9, 2020 6:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

This Thanksgiving is definitely not going to be as traditional as usual. For those thinking that their Greenberg Smoked Turkey was on its way, rethink that one. Unfortunately, Friday night an explosion resulted in a major  fire at the Tyler facility squelching any plans for Greenberg to provide planned deliveries of 78,000+ smoked turkeys through the entire holiday season. … [Read more...] about With Greenberg Turkeys Up In Smoke, VNA’s Power Of Pie Carries On With Pumpkin Power

MySweetEssential: VNA

Sep 29, 2020 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

MySweetKindness: Amy Gow

Jun 25, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Visiting Nurses Association's Jennifer Atwood and Robin Plotkin, When Visiting Nurse Association’s Meals on Wheels volunteer Amy Gow picked up the phone to make her virtual delivery on a recent Wednesday morning, she didn’t know it would turn into an opportunity to assist a client in navigating him home safely and without incident. Due to COVID-19, the … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Amy Gow

[W]Arm Up For The Veterans Day Arctic Blast

Nov 10, 2019 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

This past weekend was simply incredible. Hopefully, folks took full advantage sipping beverages on patios, bicycling around White Rock and escorting their pooches around the neighborhood, because it's all coming to an end Monday. Sure, there'll be some off-and-on drizzles, but the big news is that the day's high of 64 degrees will take place at 10 a.m. Then it's all way … [Read more...] about [W]Arm Up For The Veterans Day Arctic Blast

VNA Adds A New Pumpkin Yummy To The Power Of Pie Fundraiser

Oct 25, 2019 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

It’s been a bumper crop for pumpkin farmers this year. Everywhere you look the orange-ribbed squashes and their fellow gourds are on doorsteps, tabletops and desktops. But in addition to being eye-catchers, pumpkins are also part of the upcoming holiday feasting. And VNA is taking full advantage of the pumpkin popularity for its 7th Annual Power of Pie. Of course, the … [Read more...] about VNA Adds A New Pumpkin Yummy To The Power Of Pie Fundraiser

Thanks To A $2,500 Grant, VNA Is Going To The Dogs And Cats

Jul 16, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

While VNA is well known for providing meals for the community’s “hidden hungry,” it also helps those same folks with their “best friends.” Due to being on a tightly fixed budget and/or being unable to physically care for their dog(s), cat(s), bird(s) or fish, they sometimes struggle to provide for their needs. Thanks to a $2,500 grant from Meals On Wheels America, … [Read more...] about Thanks To A $2,500 Grant, VNA Is Going To The Dogs And Cats

A Simple Thank You To … Lyda Hill And The Moody Foundation

Jan 21, 2019 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

From VNA President/CEO Katherine Krause, “On behalf of The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas, I am honored to thank two incredibly generous philanthropists. In late December VNA received not only one, but two truly transformational gifts at year end, making the way for a healthier, happier new year for vulnerable seniors in Dallas County. “Long-time VNA … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Lyda Hill And The Moody Foundation

Pumpkins And Pecans Provide The Power Of Pie Just In Time For Thanksgiving Feasting

Nov 8, 2018 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Pumpkins have a two-fold purpose this time of year. Last month they brought out the creativity resulting in terrific jack-o’-lanterns. Now, they’re being recycled into pumpkin pies just in time for Thanksgiving that’s just days away. And some of the best pies are going to be part of the VNA’s Sixth Annual Power of Pie. For just $25, you have your choice of a pumpkin pie, a … [Read more...] about Pumpkins And Pecans Provide The Power Of Pie Just In Time For Thanksgiving Feasting

Sold-Out And Grovel Alerts!: 8th Annual Celebrity Chef

Feb 15, 2018 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

VNA President/CEO Katherine Krause will be spending her birthday celebrating all day on Wednesday, February 28. It seems that the staff once again scheduled VNA’s 8th Annual Celebrity Chef fundraiser at VNA Haggerty Center on her natal day. The evening event is already sold out and the lunchtime is just seats away from the same status. There are so many reasons why … [Read more...] about Sold-Out And Grovel Alerts!: 8th Annual Celebrity Chef

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