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The Community Foundation has awarded a total of $7,000 in health & wellness grants for 2009
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Health & Wellness Grants for 2009
Each year the Grants Committee must select from a variety of worthy health & wellness projects. Successful proposals are characterized by their high impact, innovation, and valuable service to an underserved segment of our community. Congratulations to this year's grant winners.
• Click on the organization below to see a description of their award winning project.
for Community Cancer Resource Website
Approximately 3,500 cancer survivors reside in South Lake County. It is estimated that as nearly as 15,000 more will develop cancer at some point. Further, census data reveals that 10% of these residents live at or below the poverty level and will not receive early detection and other preventative measures. The new website aims to target that group. The website will have the following components: Scholarships and Financial Grants, Education and Awareness; Emotional Support. This is a partnership with Thompson, Wesley, Wolfe.
for Pathways
As a general rule, individuals afflicted with life-threatening conditions and a life expectancy greater than 6 months will not receive reimbursement for Hospice services from their insurance. Pathways is an entree level Hospice program with the following attributes: education regarding palliative care; it addresses both spiritual and emotional needs of the patient and their family; management of physical afflictions with a focus on symptom management; in-home services; coordinated efforts with the primary care physician; focus on special needs of the family unit; adaptive tools for changing needs; support by highly trained staff and volunteers.
for Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run is an esteem building, self-awareness and team building program. The curriculum includes lessons on topics that address body image, peer pressure, healthy decision-making, community service and physical fitness. The $3,000 will fund participation for up to 30 girls in grades 3-5.
This is your community foundation, and it is through your support and involvement that we are able to shape the future of South Lake County. Working together, we can invest in our community and help build a strong foundation for generations to come.
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