The Dignity Food Truck now operating at Jaycee Park Dignity Jonathan with Armando-Russell and Brian in window The Seaside Grill, currently under construction in Jaycee Park in Vero Beach, has had some setbacks in their schedule to re-open for the public who enjoys being at the beach, in the park or taking their [...]
United Way hosts child abuse and human trafficking discussion at third Powered by Purpose event United Way of Indian River County's third Powered by Purpose featured local child abuse and human trafficking experts. Featured speakers were Karissa Bolden, Clinical Manager for Cleveland Clinic's Behavior Health Outpatient Services, Caryn Toole, Director of Child Welfare for Communities [...]
Innovative employment idea matches a Treasure Coast senior community with non-profit For decades, senior citizens have flocked to Florida to retire and enjoy their work-free lives near the ocean, under the shade of palm trees. Currently, more than 4.5 million people over the age of 65, call the Sunshine state home. And that number is [...]
ARC of Martin County and ARC of St. Lucie County merge to become ARC of the Treasure Coast - a powerhouse for good The ARC of Martin County and ARC of St. Lucie County have merged to become the ARC of the Treasure Coast starting January 2023. The Advocates for the Rights of the Challenged [...]
19th Annual Walk to Remember Draws Largest Crowd Ever The 19th Annual Walk To Remember was held on Nov. 12 to benefit the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County. Boasting one of the largest crowds ever with nearly 450 walkers, the Walk allowed participants to meander through Riverside Park, and to stroll through Veterans [...]
Florida rest stops serviced by adults with disabilities If you drive in Florida, especially on state roads like I-95, you have seen and probably used one of those rest stops along the highway. It's where drivers and truckers can take a bathroom break, rest a bit, stretch their legs, and have a [...]
VSOA offers holiday workshop for students Santa's elves have nothing on the lucky kids who will be attending Visionary School of Arts (VSOA) Holiday Workshop from Dec. 19-21. Students aged five-15 will have the opportunity to learn from professional artists, trying their hands at multiple mediums and learning professional application of watercolor, pastels and acrylic. Basic [...]
Poinsettia Power! fundraiser for Meals on Wheels The date is set for the Council on Aging of Martin County's annual fundraiser for Meals on Wheels. Poinsettia Power! Holiday Shopping Bazaar, Luncheon and Fashion Show will be held at the Kane Center on Wednesday, Dec. 7. Poinsettia Power is donning a tropical holiday theme this year, [...]
Volunteers come together for United Way's 27th annual day of caring Sharon Doris, Jesse Silva, Sabrina Silva, Dean Phillips, Sally Bross, Mario Massano Many nonprofit and volunteer organizations throughout Indian River County offered their services to the community on Saturday, Oct. 15 for United Way's 27th Annual Day of Caring. As the [...]
Anne Wallace Posey to lead Tykes & Teens Anne W. Posey, LMHC, NCC The Board of Directors of Tykes & Teens, Inc. announces the appointment of Anne W. Posey, LMHC, NCC, as Chief Executive Officer of the organization, effective Nov. 7, 2022. Posey comes to Tykes & Teens with 25 years [...]