Volunteer Way receives $1,000 grant
The Jean Griswold Foundation, a private charity established in 2010n and created by Griswold Home Care, awarded more than $30,000 in grants to 28 organizations across the country. The foundation’s goal is to further the belief that care for the elderly and disabled should be available to all and not just a privileged few. The Volunteer Way of Pasco County was selected for a $1,000 grant. From left: Arthur Moseley, certified senior advisor and co-owner of Griswold Home Care; Martha O’ Brien, assistant CEO, The Volunteer Way; and, Frieda Moseley, co-owner of Griswold Home Care.
Volunteers needed
Florida Hospital at Connerton Long Term Acute Care is looking for enthusiastic, committed individuals to join its volunteer team. The hospital’s mission is to extend the healing ministry of Christ.
As a volunteer, there are opportunities to apply your skills and talents to create a positive experience for patients, visitors and staff.
For information, contact Anthony Cappellini at (813) 615-7286 or .
Girl Scouts to earn health patch
More than 30 local Girl Scouts, ages 11 to 18, will earn a Mental Health Awareness Patch through a hands-on initiative at the Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, March 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Girl Scouts will rotate through several stations to explore the science of mental health and tackle misconceptions; discover famous achievers who experienced mental illness; practice personal stress management techniques; learn how to identify a friend in need; and, create mandalas in an art therapy session.
The guest speaker will be Rachel Barcellona, Miss Florida International 2016, who will share her personal journey with autism in a speech, “The Ability Beyond Disabilities.”
Special sessions for parents will cover eating disorders, and the difference between typical teenage behavior and mental illness.
