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Gerontology Network named a finalist in Toyota's 2012 100 Cars for Good program

Submitted by Jessica Puchala, Social Media Coordinator, Multimedia News Producer & Online Buzz Reporter at WZZM 13
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 4:21pm
Gerontology Network named a finalist in Toyota's 2012 100 Cars for Good program

News Release:        

GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN (MAY, 2012)  Gerontology Network is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of 500 nonprofit finalists in Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good program, a major philanthropic event in which the automaker is giving 100 cars to 100 organizations over 100 days.

 Each day from May 14th to August 21st five organizations will compete via 100carsforgood.com to win a Toyota of their choice.  The organization with the most votes each day wins.  Gerontology Network will compete against four other non-profit organizations to win a Toyota Sienna Mobility van on August 21st.

Transportation plays a vital role in providing access to critical services for older adults with limited mobility.  Gerontology Network provides services to over 3500 seniors every year, including transportation.  Ger

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Cherry Street Health Services receives $500,000 grant

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, 10:12am
Cherry Street Health Services receives $500,000 grant

Cherry Street Health Services (CSHS) is very happy to announce the Notice of Grant Award of $500,000 provided by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the Department of Health and Human Services.  This funding is made available through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010, Title X, Section 10503.  This specific funding was made available through Immediate Facilities Improvements (IFI) request and will fund major renovations of the highly used health center at 550 Cherry Street SE.  

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Relay for Life Night at El Barrio Mexican Grill

Submitted by pmack on Tuesday, May 1st, 8:09 am
Relay for Life Night at El Barrio Mexican Grill

Show your support for Relay for Life of East Grand Rapids by eating at El Barrio Mexican Grill (545 Michigan St.) on Wednesday, May 2 from 5-9pm.  15% of all proceeds (including beverages) will go toward the Relay.  Join guest host Peter Stuursma for a delicious meal while supporting a great cause.  Offer also applies to take-out orders.

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Relax - Reconnect - Recharge

Submitted by Dominican Center at Marywood, - R. Steers for DCM
Thursday, March 15th, 2012, 6:00am
Relax - Reconnect - Recharge

Come to Dominican Center for the fifth annual Sage-ing Fair: an opportunity to relax, be refreshed and experience some of the wonderful opportunities here at DCM.    

On Saturday, March 24th from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., we invite you to come experience some of the bodyworks modalities and programs that Dominican Center at Marywood (DCM) has to offer in the peaceful, serene atmosphere that is DCM. Events that will be offered this year - the fifth annual Sage-ing Fair - are:

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In the Kitchen with Kal at the Home & Garden Show

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Part-time Blogger, Part-time Receptionist & Cook on "In the Kitchen w/Kal"
Friday, March 2nd, 2012, 10:13am
In the Kitchen with Kal at the Home & Garden Show

Hi Everyone:

I’m inviting everyone to come and see me at the Home & Garden Show on Saturday, March 3, 2012.

I will be on the Cooking Stage at 1pm and will be making some dishes that may be helpful for you in preparing for Easter, Mother’s Day or Graduation parties. The dishes I have chosen to prepare are easy, somewhat healthy and eye appealing. I will be using ingredients that some of you grow in your own gardens.

Please join me and feel free to ask questions. I will have a couple recipes that I will be handing out also.

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Michigan Black AIDS Awareness Campaign Begins

Submitted by Joshua Aldredge, Health & News Producer
Friday, February 3rd, 2012, 12:17pm
Michigan Black AIDS Awareness Campaign Begins

Story contributed by the Kent County Health Department
by: Lisa LaPlante

HIV rates in Michigan are nine times higher for African Americans compared to whites, and the rate of new diagnoses is climbing among the 13-24 year old African American population. The Kent County Health Department is planning several events for the Ninth Annual Michigan Black AIDS Awareness Campaign for the month of February.  Numerous testing opportunities will underscore the need to “Know Your Status.”

 

  • February 6th: 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. - Heartside Ministry, 54 S. Division, Grand Rapids
  • February 7th: 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.
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Loving Touch Couple's Massage - February 14th

Submitted by Dominican Center at Marywood, - R. Steers for DCM
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 5:03pm
Loving Touch Couple's Massage - February 14th

Back by popular demand, bodyworks at Dominican Center at Marywood  is offering its annual Valentine's Day Loving Touch Couple's Massage on February 14th. Are you a caregiver, have a loved one with chronic pain or are you an athlete? Would you like to experience the sacredness of touch that opens one to a deeper sense of life and mystery? Bring a friend, co-worker, family member or spouse to learn as a pair!

Learn basic massage techniques. Learn some simple points for headaches, back pain – as well as tapping and kneading and pressure techniques for relaxation. Massage can also enhance communication and deepen connections. Some techniques will be done in a chair and some will be on the floor so bring a camping mat or thick blanket or sleeping bag, one bed pillow, and a towel.

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