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The Woodlands Lifestyles & Homes April 2009
Serving Our Seniors Hits Record Numbers. Interfaith of The Woodlands announced that its 3rd Annual Community Serving Our
Seniors was a huge success with a record number of project sites and
volunteers.
More than 480 community seniors were helped when 330 youth, civic group and
corporate volunteers assisted with various projects. At the independent homes,
volunteers performed a number of projects and several major repairs.
At one site, volunteers helped a senior with plumbing issues in his home and
yard work totaling more than 30 bags of debris. At several other sites,
volunteers repaired damaged fencing and performed house cleaning. Volunteers
also held car washes at all senior living communities.
Debbie Repka, director of Interfaith of The Woodlands Senior Services, said, “This is a new record. Last year, we had approximately 200 senior project sites
and less than 300 volunteers.
”
The Woodforest Charitable Foundation, sponsor of the event, presented a $5,000
check,which provided funding for this year
’s program.
Surrounded by volunteers, Dr. David Gottlieb with the Woodforest Charitable
Foundation presents a $5,000 check to Dr. Ann Snyder, president and CEO of
Interfaith of The Woodlands.
service of excellence recipients honored. More than 400 people attended the Interfaith of The Woodlands “Five Who Share” Spring Luncheon, where five deserving individuals were honored for their
ongoing volunteer efforts.
Honored and presented with the Service of Excellence Award in their respected
area were:
Bunny Benditz, Fine Arts; Heather Montgomery, Seniors; Dr. Joel Reed, Health; Ed Thorney, Education; and Kathy Wojtczak, Youth.
“We were able to bring together the community to honor five individuals who give
so much, but are not always publicly recognized for their hard work,
” said Dr. Ann Snyder, president and CEO of Interfaith of The Woodlands.
The program also included a traditional book presentation with both South County
community libraries receiving a copy of the
2009 Portraits of Volunteerism keepsake. In addition, CISD students Taylor Kirk, Anna Mayo and Ben Roach entertained the crowd. The big board items and raffle brought in additional
funds for the organization. Representative
Rob Eissler was the honorary chair of the event and Nelda Blair served as the emcee.
Recipients of the Service of Excellence Award are: (l-r) Bunny Benditz, Heather
Montgomery, Dr. Joel E. Reed, Ed Thorney and Kathy Wojtczak.
Best Dressed Texan Contest Winners. Winners of the Go Texan Best Dressed “Texan” Contest at Market Street were: Best Dressed female – Liz Rodriguez;second place – Debra Rodriguez; Best dressed boy – Dawson Clark; second place – Matthew Taylor; Best dressed girl – Lily Moon; and second place – Kayla Luc.
Interfaith Extends Hours To Help Those In Need. With the growing demand for crisis assistance from individuals and families
within South Montgomery County, Interfaith of The Woodlands has extended its
office hours to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays to help people in crisis.
Dr. Ann Snyder, president and CEO of Interfaith of The Woodlands, said, “As the overwhelming need for assistance continues to grow, this is a great
opportunity for us to respectfully assist more individuals.
”
Interfaith Celebrates the Rodeo In Style. Interfaith Child Development Center held its annual Rodeo Round-Up. Dressed in
western attire, children enjoyed hands-on rodeo activities from the longhorn
gallop to the covered wagon golf.
(L-R) Trevor “TJ” Schmucker and John Hall are cowboys for Rodeo Round-Up.
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