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Written by BrevardCounty.com | 05 March 2010

Parrish Do you know an ordinary woman who does something extraordinary for women and their families in our community? Join us in celebrating the talent and dedication of women who devote themselves to making communities healthier, safer and more inspirational places to live by nominating them now for the Parrish Spirit of Philanthropy Award.

The Spirit of Philanthropy honors and celebrates the female heroes in our community who actively contribute their time, talent or treasure to make our community a better place to live, work and raise families.

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The Women’s Center to Address Domestic Violence in Titusville

Written by BrevardCounty.com | 04 March 2010

Womens_Center The Women’s Center and Parrish Medical Center will host a gathering on Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm in the Parrish Medical Center’s Conference Center (rooms 2, 3, 4) to address domestic violence in Titusville.

Domestic violence is a wide-spread problem that will require wide-spread efforts to eliminate. The Women’s Center is bringing necessary resources to Titusville to reduce this abuse. Join the Women’s Center for this informative gathering to learn how you can be involved in reducing domestic violence through your support and volunteer opportunities.

There is no RSVP required and no charge to attend the meeting. Refreshments will be provided by Parrish Medical Center.

Established in 1975, the Women’s Center is a nonprofit organization serving the needs of women and their families with programs that evolve to meet the changing needs in women’s lives. They are designed to help women help themselves to develop safe, healthy and self-sufficient lives.

The mission of the Women’s Center is to empower women and their families by providing support, education, counseling, information and services.

For additional information about the Women’s Center, call 242-3110, or visit our website at www.WomensCenterInBrevard.org.

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The Women’s Center to Host 35th Anniversary Open House

Written by BrevardCounty.com | 26 February 2010

Womens_Center The Women’s Center will host a 35^th Anniversary Open House on Monday, March 8, 2010, 9 am – 5 pm at its offices at 1425 Aurora Road, Melbourne.

The Open House will kick-off with remarks by Dr. Jenny Gessler, Women’s Center Executive Director, and proclamation readings by Council Member Joanne Corby for the City of Melbourne and Mayor John Mazziotti for the City of Palm Bay. Lisa Moldovan, WA1A Morning Show DJ, will be onsite doing remote live broadcasts in the morning.

A series of workshops focused on women’s issues will be held throughout the day:

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Health First launches "Volunteer Army" to assist community

Written by BrevardCounty.com | 17 February 2010

Hundreds of Health First volunteers - seven locations across Brevard County - and countless hours of volunteer work! On Friday, February 19 and Saturday, February 20 they are donating their time as part of Health First’s “Volunteer Army” being dispatched across the area to tackle community service projects.

This massive volunteer outreach effort is being initiated as part of a new Health First Community Benefit campaign called "Caring for Brevard. "

The not-for-profit community organizations where Health First's "Caring for Brevard" volunteers are tackling projects include the South Brevard Sharing Center in Palm Bay and Melbourne, the Brevard Health Alliance in Cocoa and Melbourne, the Salvation Army in Melbourne and the administrative offices of 2-1-1 Brevard. In addition volunteers will work at the Health First Distribution Center to assemble cold weather packets donated by hundreds of Health First employees across the system as well as informational packets on child abuse, domestic violence and substance abuse.

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Health First Foundation to host 28th Annual Benefit Ball

Written by BrevardCounty.com | 08 February 2010

To benefit Bright Star Center for Grieving Children & Families

The Health First Foundation will host its 28th Annual Benefit Ball on Saturday, April 17th, from 6:30 to midnight in the Clemente Center at the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne. This years theme is "Springtime in Paris: A Stroll Down the Champs Elysées."

Guests attending this black-tie affair will enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, and entertainment aimed at raising funds for a permanent home for the Bright Star Program, which provides grief support for children whove lost a loved one. A program of Hospice of Health First, the Bright Star Center is currently located in leased space in downtown Melbourne. Ball proceeds will help renovate and provide a permanent home for the Center.

Gail Beagley of Merritt Island is serving as this year's Ball Committee chair. She and 24 other Ball Committee's volunteer members are working vigorously to plan this year's Gala and solicit community sponsorships.

Founded in 1992, the Bright Star Center assists both children and their families following the death of a loved one. For these children, the road can be filled with a silent pain that others may not understand or be able to address in the same way as the adult grieving process. Bright Star's services include workshops, and Camp Bright Star, a twice-annual daylong camp to help grieving children through fun activities. Bright Star staff have also assisted with grief support in local public schools.

The program receives no federal, state, or local government support and insurance or third-party reimbursement is not available. Families contribute as they are able, but no child is ever turned away from the program.

Tickets to the black-tie event are $225 per person and sponsorship opportunities begin at $1,000. Kimberly Meehan Agee, who is serving as the Ball's Underwriting Chair, is contacting business and corporations for event sponsorships. Sponsors will receive special recognition according to level of contribution, including an invitation to a special "Thank-You" Sponsor Party.

For Ball tickets or more information, call the Health First Foundation Office at 321-434-7353 or visit www.Health-First.org/Foundation

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