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Volunteers needed to help
invest, determine priorities
Have you ever wondered how United Way invests donations received from the annual campaign? Community volunteers work in teams to learn about local services, review programs and make recommendations how to invest donations in programs that are positively impacting people's lives. The decisions are made entirely by United Way donors, and this review process is one of the most critical functions of United Way.
The community investment process takes about 12 hours, plus reading time. It begins with site visits and reviewing applications in April and hearing presentations from the agency programs in May.
For more information on how you can help, please email Lisa Tyler, Vice President Community Impact, at lisa@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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Saturday, May 18, 2013
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Muskegon Community College
A day of FREE family fun!
Student Volunteers Needed:
Serve your community and earn approximately 20 community service hours. We need your ideas, time, and talents. If you are interested in helping, please contact Lynn Keech at lynn@unitedwaylakeshore.org. | |
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Muskegon Day of Caring
Date Change and Site Announced
The 2013 Day of Caring will take place on Friday, June 21, at the Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Road. The goal will be to complete many projects in advance of the Muskegon County Fair in July.
Day of Caring will begin at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, hosted by the Muskegon Host Lions Club; lunch will be provided by Plumb's at noon.
Projects will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by clean-up until 4:00 p.m. Projects include painting, restoring fences and barns, building shelves, landscaping, brush clearing, mural painting, cleaning, volunteer registration, and more. Projects will be available for both skilled and non-skilled volunteers of all ages.
Donations are being accepted at United Way, 31 East Clay Avenue, for paint brushes, rollers, drop cloths and paint trays.
Volunteers can register online at www.unitedwaylakeshore.org after May 1.
For more information please contact lynn@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
Project requests are being accepted for both Oceana and Newaygo Counties. Please contact Laura Nugent in Oceana County at (231) 907-0515 or Lynn Keech at (231) 722-3134 for Newaygo County.
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Featured Program:
Healthy Families
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Sue and Mark were expecting twins when they were referred to Healthy Families, a program of Catholic Charities that receives funding from United Way. They also had a 5-year-old son. The parents were both high school graduates and Mark worked full time. Sue was completing her Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA). As the worker learned about the family, a history of abuse and depression became evident.
The mother had been trying to deal with the issues surrounding being a victim of abuse as a child that led to her depression. After the twins were born, it was evident that the mother and father would need much support. As the worker educated the family on child development, she also worked closely with the mom on her own issues. The worker's support and encouragement directed the mom to the correct mental health services and also for the parents to work on their relationship.
With the continued guidance of the worker and community resources, the mother's mental health improved, as well as the parents' relationship. The parents were now spending more time doing activities with their children. The mother completed her CNA and is employed full time and for the first time, feels good about herself. The twins are also doing well.
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United Way Seeking
Nominations for Awards
United Way's Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 25. In addition to electing board members and other business, a highlight is recognizing volunteers and organizations who have done exceptional work in our community. We would like your input in selecting The Community Impact Award, The Spirit of the Lakeshore Award, and The Community Builder Award.
To view and download a nomination form,
please click on this link for our website:
http://www.unitedwaylakeshore.org/materials-a-downloads | |
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The Greater Muskegon Service League is holding a formal wear resale Saturday, March 23, at Forest Park Covenant Church, 3815 Henry St., Norton Shores, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Gently used formal/semi-formal dresses for girls and women of all ages will be offered, as well as shoes and accessories. Fitting rooms will be available.
To donate dresses or for more information, contact Miguelle Newman at 231-288-0361. |
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Were you a Boy Scout or Girl Scout? United Way's Communications Committee is seeking former Scouts for possible inclusion in this year's campaign video.
If you were a Scout - or a volunteer with Scouting - please email lisa@unitedwaylakeshore to share your story for consideration.
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Wednesday, March 13: Women's History Month film presentation "Half the Sky - Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide" from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Muskegon Community College.
Wednesday, March 20: Women's History Month film presentation "Miss Representation" from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Muskegon Community College.
Saturday, March 23: Muskegon County Graduation Expo 2013 at Orchard View High School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Door prizes, concessions, entertainment, free admission. For further information email chris.whitman@orchardview.org.
Wednesday, March 27: Women's History Month panel discussion "Students and Professionals: Choosing and Succeeding in Non-Traditional Careers" from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Muskegon Community College.
Thursday, April 25: United Way's Annual Meeting at the Muskegon Harbor Holiday Inn from 5 to 7:30 p.m.. More details coming soon!
Friday, May 3: Music for Meds from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Watermark 920 banquet facility, 920 Washington Avenue, Muskegon. Proceeds to benefit the medical/dental fund at Mission for Area People. For more information or tickets please call (231) 733-9672.
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If you have an event you would
like included in the United Way ENews, please contact stephanie@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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FamilyWize Prescription
Drug Discount Card
Thousands of prescriptions go unfilled simply because they are too expensive to fill. United Way of the Lakeshore is working to solve this problem. With FamilyWize prescription discount cards, we saved our residents $469,813 since the program began in 2005.
The FamilyWize free prescription card saves an average of $20 per prescription. Those savings can mean the difference between taking a medicine and skipping it. There are no restrictions, no income limits, and no limit on how many times you can use it. There is no application fee to use this card.
You can stop by the United Way office to pick up your free card, visit www.familywize.org, or text "family" to 700700 to have your free FamilyWize card info sent to your phone. |
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Oceana County News
Pentwater mobile food truck sponsored by the Pentwater Junior Women's Club, is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pentwater Fire Barn. 2013 dates are: March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, and December 17.
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Michigan Sandbox Party
Elections have consequences. The people we elect make many important decisions that impact Michigan's youngest learners and their families. Early childhood policy is a critical component in Michigan's future, and the choices made by policy makers today will be felt for years to come.
The Sandbox Party is made up of early childhood champions who are working to educate and influence elected leaders and candidates about the necessity of Michigan being the best place in the country for young children and their families. Lend Your Voice and Your Vote. Learn how to get involved and make your voice heard.
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Health
The Department of Community Health has open enrollment for the Adult Benefit Waiver (also known as the Adult Medical Program or Muskegon Care) beginning April and ending April 30.
Please contact Muskegon Care at (231) 728-5180 for any questions. www.michigan.gov/mibridges
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Do you qualify for Medicaid, Medicare or Adult Benefit Waiver(Muskegon Care)? Do you have two or more chronic health conditions? Would you like to improve your health? Are you 18 years or older? If you answered YES to these questions then you may qualify for FREE assistance from Michigan Pathways to Better Health, serving Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana nd Ottawa counties. For more information please call (231) 724-6121.
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Read Muskegon
Change a life. Show your support for literacy. Donate your time, your talent, or make a donation.
Read Muskegon is currently in need of tutors, volunteers, donors and supporters.
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