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March, 2013 – Kids Cancer Foundation Honors Santamaria

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March, 2013 – Kids Cancer Foundation Honors Santamaria

KIDS CANCER FOUNDATION

HONORS COMMISSIONER JESS R. SANTAMARIA

Wellington, FL – March 16, 2013 – On Thursday, March 14, 2013, a large crowd of area dignitaries, community leaders, patients, their families and supporters attended an open house hosted by the Kids Cancer Foundation at their Cancer Center’s new location in Royal Palm Beach. The Kids Cancer Foundation is a local charity whose mission is to provide hope and support to local children and their families battling cancer.

 

 

Commissioner Jess Santamaria. Photo courtesy of Phelps Media.
Commissioner Jess Santamaria. Photo courtesy of Phelps Media.

The new Founders’ Wall at the entry of the Center caught the visitors’ attention. The wall features a distinctive sculpture of the Kids Cancer Foundation logo that was crafted and donated by local sculpture artist, Norman Gitzen. Gold ribbons engraved with the names of large and small donors to the Kids Cancer Foundation surround the metal logo sculpture and cover the wall. Additional ribbons will be added as the organization grows and strengthens with support from the community.

 

 

As the guests arrived, they were welcomed into the new Cancer Center by members of the Kids Cancer Foundation’s Advisory Council and numerous volunteers. Attendees were taken on a tour of the center and it’s various, brightly painted rooms. These rooms were filled with toys, books and entertainment designed for children of every age. The Center offers many services for children, such as tutoring, nutritional education and cooking, art therapy and serves as a place for patients and their families to come to relax and enjoy.

 

 

“We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful, new place,” said Michelle O’Boyle, founder and President of Kids Cancer Foundation. “The Cancer Center is a place designed to provide hope and support to our little warriors and their families and with this cheerful space, we truly feel like we have found a home.”

 

Many area businesses generously donated food for the open house festivities–Bonefish Mac’s, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Costco Wholesale, Chick-fil-A, Pei Wei Asian Diner and Johnson’s Custom Cakes. Children, who have utilized the services of the Kids Cancer Foundation, served food and appetizers at the Open House with grace and charm which clearly impressed the evening’s guest and added an especially moving touch to the event.

 

Michelle O’Boyle gave a short presentation expressing the impact that the Kids Cancer Foundation has had on families when the children are diagnosed with cancer. “When a child is diagnosed with cancer their carefree childhood days are quickly consumed with chemotherapy, endless doctors’ appointments and hospital visits,” she said. “This diagnosis not only affects the child, but it impacts the whole family as they struggle to fight the disease. This is where the Kids Cancer Foundation steps in to provide the families with support and to relieve them from the rigors of unending medical treatment.”

 

Attendees watched a short and poignant video that illustrated the experiences of the children and families helped by the Foundation. Many of the families were present at the open house.

 

Next, Roxanne Stein, WPTV News Channel 5 news anchor, spoke and she explained her involvement as a member of the Kids Cancer Foundation Advisory Council. The Advisory Council is comprised of community leaders who funnel their knowledge and energy to help further the mission of the Foundation. Currently, the group’s primary focus is to promote the Kids Cancer Foundation Founders Campaign. This program offers area businesses and individuals an opportunity to be sustaining supporters of the Kids Cancer Foundation and its Center, and to be recognized for their support on the Founder’s wall at the Center’s entrance. Donations to the Founders Campaign will ensure that the Kids Cancer Foundation will continue to offer their vast array of services to children and families who are battling cancer in our area.

 

Jennifer Reichert, a 16 year old survivor of cancer shared what the Kids Cancer Foundation had meant to her and her family.

 

“They answer all of your questions, so that you don’t have to be scared and you know what to expect–that means a lot,” said Reichert.

 

 

Reichert made a special presentation to Palm Beach County Commissioner, Jess R. Santamaria, and awarded him the Foundation’s first “Hero of the Year” award in recognition of his exceptional support of the Foundation over the past year.

 

Commissioner Santamaria, who was obviously touched by the event, shared his thoughts with the group.

 

“You know, I just spent around 1/2 hour with Michelle O’Boyle, as she gave me a tour of the Center and explained everything that her organization provides to these families,” said Santamaria. And, I think there is only one word to describe this place and this event…inspired. I can see it in the look of commitment on all of your faces, here tonight. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw is in the audience, and I heard him come up to Michelle and just say, ‘Tell me what I can do to help’.”

 

Santamaria and his family have established another charity called My Brother’s Sister’s Keeper, but he admitted that after this event, he thinks that Kids Cancer Foundation is right at the top of his list of favorite charities that meet the needs of the people in the community. In closing, Commissioner Santamaria announced that he would like to donate the office space right next to the new Cancer Center, at no charge, to allow the Kids Cancer Center to expand their services and the number of families that they can assist.

For more photos, please visit the Phelps Media site at: http://www.phelpsmediagroup.com/viewarticle.php?id=7590 

 

Visit the Kids Cancer Foundation website at www.kidscancersf.org, call Michelle O’Boyle at (561)371-1298 and/or email her at michelleoboyle@bellsouth.net for more information and to learn how you can help them to help these children in their battle against cancer.

March, 2013 – Ribbon Cutting for SeaView Eyecare

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March, 2013 – Ribbon Cutting for SeaView Eyecare

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce
Presents a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For SeaView Eyecare

By Monica Kallas, SharpShooter Marketing Group

Pictured L-R: Noam Weiss, Bob Salerno, Carmine Marino, Dr. Amanda Weiss, Mark "Boz" Bozicevic, Joanne Dee, Michael Drahos.
Pictured L-R: Noam Weiss, Bob Salerno, Carmine Marino, Dr. Amanda Weiss, Mark "Boz" Bozicevic, Joanne Dee, Michael Drahos.

 

SeaView Eyecare was recently welcomed as a new member of The Wellington Chamber of Commerce.  The business is located at 2545 South State Road 7 #10, Wellington, Florida (in the Whole Foods plaza) and opened their doors in February.  The store is owned and operated by Dr. Amanda Weiss.  If you are looking for a complete eye care facility that offers personalized service with smiles, specializes in patients with diabetes, fits you with the perfect glasses and is also an eye care clinic to treat injuries, you should visit Dr. Weiss.

Note: Mark your calendar for an open house – Friday, March 22nd, 6 – 8pm and see what excellent eye care is all about!  Complimentary refreshments!  RSVP to Info@SeaViewEyecare.com.

Dr. Weiss was born in Decatur, Illinois and raised in St. Louis, Missouri where she graduated from high school.  She attended Southern Illinois University where she earned her undergraduate degree with a major in biology.  Dr. Weiss then attended Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee where she earned her doctorate degree in optometry in 2004.  She also did her residency through the college which was associated with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.  It was a family practice residency which she finished in 2005 with an emphasis in ocular disease. 

Later that year, Dr. Weiss began her career in Port Orange, Florida in a specialty practice for glaucoma and retinal disease. During that time she served as a co-investigator in clinical trials for new treatments in glaucoma and macular degeneration.

In describing her new location in Wellington, she stated that her practice is not just another eye glass store. She said, “My practice does comprehensive eye exams and we examine patients for eye glasses and contact lenses.  We examine patients of all ages, children from age three to mature adults.  We accept a number of different vision insurance plans and some medical insurance plans as well.  We treat and diagnose eye disease, treat eye infections and eye injuries.”  

Dr. Weiss also has experience with patients who are diabetic and need glasses and contact lenses. “We have a lot of diabetics who come in.  That’s one of the things I did at the VA hospital.  We had a lot of Vietnam veteran patients who came back with agent orange exposure with diabetes so all of those things have complications with the eye.  I’m very comfortable with and often watch patients with diabetes for complications with their vision and their eyes.”   She also has a lot of experience with treating patients with dry eye and fitting people with multi focal contact lenses.

When discussing her younger patients, Dr. Weiss admitted, “I’m very good with kids. When people take their child to the doctor for the first time, kids are scared, parents are a little nervous and I’m very good at making both kids and parents feel comfortable with the testing we do.  We make the exam fun.  I’ve made sure we have the largest selection of children’s eye glass frames in the Wellington area – so there is a lot to choose from.”

Dr. Weiss explained how her practice differs from other eye glass stores and said, “Optometry has changed a lot and in the past 15-20 years it has become a lot more retail oriented.  You have places opening up that are chains and franchises, and those businesses are not without constraint on what they are able to offer their clients.  They have only a certain limited selection of lenses to choose from and they are only allowed to offer those things. I have an advantage, and the patient ultimately has the advantage in me being able to offer specialized products that are more specific for that patients needs. Other retail chains are unable to do that because they are governed by corporate laws and restrictions.  I also have a fantastic staff and I’m good with people.  I’m a people person and I care.” She added with a smile, “Maybe that sounds cliché but I do.”  

Dr. Weiss is currently a member of the Young Professionals group within the Wellington Chamber of Commerce.  She has also gone to area schools to perform vision screenings for the children.

For more information about SeaView Eyecare, call Dr. Amanda Weiss at 561.790.7290 or email to info@seavieweyecare.com.  Visit their website at www.seavieweyecare.com.  For more information about area businesses, call the Wellington Chamber of Commerce at 561.792.6525 and visit their website at www.wellingtonchamber.com.

March, 2013 – Calling All Volunteers

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Calling All Volunteers – Clinics Can Help Needs You!

 

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL. – (March 14, 2013) Clinics Can Help (CCH), a nonprofit organization in Palm Beach County providing medical equipment and supplies to thousands of patients in need, is inviting the community to join them in making a difference by volunteering their time and talents to the organization.

 

“We have a number of opportunities available to those who are interested in volunteering,” said Owen O’Neill, executive director of Clinics Can Help. “We are looking for volunteers of all ages and talents. In fact, we are proud to announce a relatively new partnership we have with Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBAU) that requires their students to volunteer with local charities.  This is an especially good deal for nursing and pre-med students, affording them the opportunity to get hands on education of the equipment and supplies they will one day be using to treat their patients.”

 

In addition to the PBAU program, Clinics Can Help has openings for volunteer positions in the following categories:

 

Greeter: Engages clients from the moment they step through the door. The greeter will answer questions about our services and directs clients to the right staff member. This position requires a warm personality and great “people skills.”

 

Phone Assistant: Phone assistants are responsible for answering the phone, which at times are quite busy, and responding to clients’ questions about CCH services. Phone assistants will also help with making the 200 plus follow-up calls each month to clients to assure that the equipment is still being used and is needed.

Data Entry: Volunteers with basic computer skills are needed to assist with data entry of client applications, equipment inventory, donations, and other information. This is a valuable service to our organization as you will be responsible for helping to expedite requests and getting equipment to clients.

Warehouse Assistant: On an occasion, Clinics Can Help needs two or more volunteers to go out in the CCH van and pick up donations of light equipment. These volunteers must have a valid Florida driver’s license and be able to do moderate lifting of equipment.

Professional Services: We know many volunteers are professionals who can help in other ways – such as donating their services. CCH is always grateful for gifts-in-kind for professional services such as computer maintenance and programming; plumbing and electrical repair; printing and any other service professionals may be able to offer.

 

 “Volunteers are the backbone of our organization,” said O’Neill. “Along with our staff, our volunteers help us in giving hope to those we serve. They allow them the opportunity to properly care for their illness with the necessary equipment and supplies.”

 

To volunteer today and make an impact on a child or adult’s life, or for more information on the organization, please call 561-640-2995 or

visit www.clinicscanhelp.org.

 

About Clinics Can Help:

Clinics Can Help is a nonprofit organization based in Palm Beach County that helps children, adults, and the elderly by redistributing surplus medical equipment and supplies to those in need. Through their support of free clinics, providing equipment to nursing schools, and the organization’s lending closet providing medical equipment to underserved patients, they are helping to enhance healthcare in the community. To learn more, visit www.clinicscanhelp.org or call 561-640-2995.

April, 2013 – The H Word

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April, 2013 – The H Word

The H-Word, Written and Performed by Frannie Sheridan

April 20th, 2013 in Miami

Tickets and info: (305) 542-7732.

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April, 2013 – Love Moves Garage Sale

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The Annual Love Moves Garage Sale

It is time to spread awareness, donate and register!

 

The 2nd Annual Love Moves “Not For Sale” Yard Sale has been scheduled for April 20th 2013, from 8 A.M to 1 P.M at the Wellington High School bus loop.   All proceeds will go to Hope for Freedom to further fight Human Trafficking.

 

We will be honored to have your support and participation this year.

 

There are three ways you can participate:

 

·         You can buy a ‘16×9’ spot for $25, come sell all your stuff, and keep the profits!

 

·         You can donate all your unwanted stuff for us to sell, or donate money.

 

·         YOU CAN SPREAD THE WORD!! Tell your friends and family how they can help make a difference.

 

Attached is a registration form. Simply fill in the form and e-mail it back by April 15th.  We will arrange a time to meet up and exchange forms and donations.

 

We look forward to having you as a part of this yard sale that is really making a difference.

 

If you have any questions or concerns you may contact me anytime through e-mail at valentinaf94@gmail.com or through phone at 561.889.9848.

 

Feel free to forward this e-mail to anyone on your contact list, as we are trying to create awareness. Here is a link to our Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/LoveMovesClub

 

Love Moves,

Valentina Ferreira

March, 2013 – Designer Night at the Wellington Equestrian Mall

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March, 2013 – Designer Night at the Wellington Equestrian Mall

Designer Night at the Wellington Equestrian Mall & Gallery!

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March, 2013 – American Girl Event at Barnes & Noble, Wellington

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Saturday, March 16 – American Girl Event @ Barnes & Noble

 

This event will involve a facilitator that will lead you and your American Girl through several fun and interactive learning activities based around the new release of The Care and Keeping of You 2.

Where: Barnes and Noble: The Shoppes at Wellington Green, 10500 West Forest Hill Blvd.

When: 12:00 PM

Who: Ages 8 and up are asked to attend with one parent or guardian.

How: No registration required

Cost: FREE

For more info: Call: (561) 792-1292 or click here

March, 2013 – 18th Annual Giraffe Award Nominees

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 18th Annual Giraffe Award Nominees Announced –

  

Award Ceremony Wednesday, March 20, 2013 5:30pm-9pm

 

The Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County announces the 13 nominees from the community for this prestigious 18th Giraffe Awards presented on March 20, 2013. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the following Palm Beach County women have been recognized for “sticking their necks out”, taking risks, applying initiative, dedication and perseverance in making a difference in the workplace and in our community.

 

Robbyn Ackner

Minx Boren

Reginale Durandisse

Yvette Flores

Dena Sisk Foman

Nancy Grimes

Victoria Hughes

Cindy Maunder

Julie Reiser

Dr. Lanalee Araba Sam

Siobahn Shea

Sherry L. Shive

Diane St. Onge Wilde

 

The keynote speaker is Dr. Victoria Maizes, Executive Director of the University of Arizona for Integrative Medicine.  Chosen as an outstanding speaker for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Dr. Maizes lectures worldwide on women’s health, healthy aging, nutrition and cancer.  Her newest book, Be Fruitful: The Essential Guide to Maximizing Fertility and Giving Birth to a Healthy Child has just been released in February 2013.

 

The Giraffe Awards will be held at the Borland Center for the Performing Arts at Midtown, 4885 PGA Blvd.  in Palm Beach Gardens starting with a silent auction and vendor fair reception at 5:30pm and 7pm dinner and ceremony to announce the 18th Giraffe Award winners.  Tickets are available by calling our office 561 684 4523 or www.womenschamber.biz.

 

The Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County is a respected and vital voice in Palm Beach County. Reflecting the business pulse of women, the WCC is the leading business organization dedicated to positioning its members for economic success.

 

Further details contact: Susan McCormick 561 665 0211 or the WCC office at 561 684 4523.

March, 2013 – Combat Bullying

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March, 2013 – Combat Bullying

Combating Bullying – Sunday, March 17th

at Florida Genbu-Kai Karate

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March, 2013 – New Edward J. Healey Center in Riviera Beach

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HEALTH CARE DISTRICT OF PALM BEACH COUNTY DEDICATES NEW EDWARD J. HEALEY REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER IN RIVIERA BEACH

 

Riviera Beach, FL — The Health Care District of Palm Beach County will mark the dedication of the Edward J. Healey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center replacement facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13th at the site of the new building in Riviera Beach. The new 120-bed Healey Center replaces the existing facility in West Palm Beach, which has served the needs of the community since 1917.

 

The Healey Center serves eligible Palm Beach County residents with traumatic injuries or debilitating illnesses. While the nearly 100 residents range in age from 22 to 85, the majority are under 64 years old. The Healey Center’s professional staff delivers more than 26,000 occupational, physical and speech therapy services each year, giving long-term patients a second chance at quality of life.

 

The new building was completed on-time and under budget. The modern and spacious design gives residents more privacy, brings common areas like dining and day rooms closer to the residents’ rooms, and enables staff to provide more care inside the residents’ rooms. High efficiency environmental systems will lower operating costs and improve indoor air quality. The facility is hurricane-resistant and exceeds prevailing hurricane codes and standards.

 

“We are proud that this modern, efficient facility will soon be home for some of Palm Beach County’s most needy and vulnerable residents, who are younger than the average nursing home resident,” said Ronald J. Wiewora, MD, MPH, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer for the Health Care District of Palm Beach County. 

 

“After participating in and leading the District’s planning and project oversight over the years, it is rewarding to dedicate the new Healey Center, which will soon be delivering high-quality care in a facility that meets today’s standards of care,” said Carol A. Roberts, Vice-Chair of the Health Care District Board. 

WHAT:              Ribbon-cutting ceremony to dedicate the new Healey Center

WHEN:             Wednesday, March 13th, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

WHERE:           5101 West Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach, FL 33418, just west of I-95

The new Healey Center is situated in the Pointe West campus with access from Blue Heron Blvd., Military Trail (southbound) or Bee Line Hwy.

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About the Health Care District:

The Health Care District of Palm Beach County provides health coverage programs for uninsured residents, a nationally recognized Trauma System, dedicated nurses in nearly 170 public schools, a pharmacy operation, a long-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, and acute care hospital services at Lakeside Medical Center, the county’s only public hospital, serving the rural western Palm Beach County communities along the southeastern shore of Lake Okeechobee.

 

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