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SUNSHINE.
As the summer sun shines bright, so does the warmth of your dedication and compassion! We hope this newsletter finds you in high spirits and brimming with enthusiasm for another fantastic month of making a positive impact.
As we reach the mid-year point, we can't help but marvel at the incredible journey we've had so far. Each one of you has played a crucial role in making this year truly impactful. Together, we've achieved remarkable milestones, and we're excited to share one of the heartwarming stories that has unfolded later in the newsletter.
Just as a single sunbeam can brighten a room, even the smallest acts of kindness can have a profound effect. Thank you for being the rays of sunshine in the lives of others. Your kindness, generosity, and dedication are what make this community truly shine. As we continue to embody the "Summer of Service: Embracing the Sunshine of Giving," let's keep spreading positivity and making a difference in the lives of those around us.
Wishing the rest of your summer be filled with warmth, joy, and meaningful connections.
With gratitude,
Kerri Sutter
Volunteer Program Coordinator
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Last Chance: we want to hear from you!
Take our volunteer survey today:
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Scott Rebman
Transportation Specialist
We are updating Volunteer profiles in Assisted Rides to help ensure the best possible service for you and our Care Receivers. There is so much information that is helpful that we can add to your profile, especially relating to your availability, preferences, and vehicle information. This helps if a care receiver can’t find you or if they need a certain size vehicle. It is also beneficial for me to know when to reach out to you for open rides based on your availability. When you have a moment, please review your profile, and send me email at [email protected], stop in the office (we have ice cream 😊 or give me a call and we will get everything updated.) Your time, care and the miles you drive, positively impact our seniors more than you can imagine. I can’t thank you enough for all you do!
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We're thrilled to welcome the following volunteers and partners to the SCVN network! Thank you for helping our seniors maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
We are always looking for new volunteers, with drivers being our biggest need. Know someone who wants to make a difference? Reach out to Kerri today!
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- Nancy A.
- Mike S.
- Julie J.
- Phyllis V.
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Stay up to date with what is happening at SCVN!
Discover upcoming volunteer opportunities, workshops, and community events that you can get involved in:
8/8, 12pm-3pm | Wellness and Fitness Expo
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of health and wellness. Workshops, screenings, prizes and more. Sun City Prairie Lodge, Drendl Ballroom. Stop and say hello at our booth!
8/22, 8am-1pm | Woodstock Farmer's Market
We are a featured non-profit that day and have the opportunity to share about SCVN. It is sure to be a fun morning at the market. Come say hello and enjoy a beautiful day at the market.
9/4 | Labor Day - Office Closed
9/10,10am-6pm | Planet Palooza
SCVN will be participating this year in Planet Palooza on the Woodstock Square. We'll be volunteering in 2 hour shifts. Join us and help promote SCVN while celebrating community! Info booths, music, food trucks and kid activities. Let Kerri know you can volunteer!
9/14, 4:30pm-6:30pm | Save the Date for our BBQ Potluck Picnic
Details and invitation coming soon! Mark your calendar for great food, great fun and most importantly great company! Hope you join us!
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Nominate a Care Receiver!
Join our summertime initiative, Market Mates, where you can nominate a Care Receiver to shop at the Dole Farmers Market. With Market Mates, volunteers have the opportunity to nominate a Care Receiver to join them for an outing to the Dole Farmers Market.
As an added bonus, both the nominating volunteer and the Care Receiver will receive Market Bucks to spend at the market. This way, you can both enjoy the delicious offerings and take home some farm-fresh goodies!
We are grateful to Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital for their generous contribution of Market Bucks through their "Eat Well, Be Well" program. Their support allows us to extend this opportunity to our care receivers, enhancing their well-being and overall quality of life.
Submit your Care Receiver nomination to Kerri today!
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July Volunteer Anniversaries
We celebrate you!
16 Years of Service
Jerry S.
10 Years of Service
Monica A.
6 Years of Service
Gayle H.
5 Years of Service
Chris F., Genny D., Barbara D.
4 Years of Service
Larry O., Helen C., Kathie E., Marc A.
3 Years of Service
Carol F.
2 Years of Service
Laurie R., Linda O.,
1 Year of Service
Luke V., Debby C.
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August Birthdays
Wishing you a wonderful month of celebrating, and a year filled with wellness and joy!
August 2 - Genny D.
August 3 - Mike W.
August 4 - Dick A.
August 7 - Kaz K.
August 9 - Sharon H.
August 12 - Gary. T., Joan V.
August 13 - Janet H., Paul N.
August 15 - Janet J.
August 16 - Maureen W., Jude C.
August 17 - Bill T., Debra M., Linda O.
August 21 - Harry M.
August 22 - Deb L., Sally S.
August 25 - Connie H.
August 28 - Pamela Z., Steven Z.
August 29 - Bob G., MaryAnn O., John M.
August 30 - Cindy C., Gayle H., Sandy M., Chris Z.
August 31 - Roxann D.
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Empowering Seniors, Enriching Lives: A Story of True Inspiration
Our new tagline, "empowering seniors, enriching lives," is more than just a few words. It's a commitment we've wholeheartedly embraced, as exemplified by the heartwarming story of Edie, a dedicated volunteer at the Sparrow's Nest for 25 years. Her unwavering commitment and warm spirit have touched the lives of many in the community. However, after learning she could no longer drive, she was uncertain how she would continue something that meant so much to her.
At that moment, Edie feared she may have to bid farewell to her beloved volunteer job at the Sparrow's Nest. The thought of parting ways with something she cherished for so long was disheartening. But it's said that "sometimes, our paths are illuminated by the kindness of others." And indeed, that's what happened next after another volunteer from the Sparrow’s Nest shared with Edie that her husband was a volunteer with Senior Care Volunteer Network and encouraged her to reach out to us.
"Without SCVN, I could not continue to volunteer at the Sparrows Nest, " shared Edie. Enter Carol, one of our many incredible volunteers, whose heart is as vast as her willingness to help. Carol, along with several other volunteers moved by Edie's dedication and perseverance, stepped up to lend a hand. Through the dedication and commitment of our volunteers, Edie could continue her valuable service despite the transportation challenge. Her heart is filled with gratitude.
Through the kindness of our volunteers, Edie is empowered to stay connected with her passion for volunteering and remain a cherished member of the Sparrow's Nest family. It is through the simple yet profound gesture of offering rides, that our volunteers enrich the lives of others in ways that go far beyond transportation.
Edie's story is a shining example of how our tagline, "empowering seniors, enriching lives," isn't just rhetoric; it's a reality we're actively creating every day. Each one of you, our amazing volunteers, plays a crucial role in making stories like Edie's possible. Your dedication and compassion are what make our community special and vibrant.
As we move forward into the second half of the year, let us be inspired by Edie's story and remember that together, we can make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
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"Volunteers are the rays of sunshine that brighten the lives of those they touch."
- Unknown
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We would like to welcome Restoration 1 of Cary as our newest program supporter! We appreciate that they see the value our programs and services bring to the older adults living in our community.
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