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SRQ DAILY Dec 30, 2020

Wednesday Philanthropy Edition

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Wednesday Philanthropy Edition

"The eyes and the wows and the holy jiminy crickets, that's the thing that I live for."

- Ann Walborn, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium Legacy Volunteer
 

-Gift an Experience, as seen in SRQ's December 2020 edition. Click for the full article.
[Pet Healthcare]  New 'TLC' Program Offers No-Cost Medical Care for Special Needs Pet Adoptions
Brittany Mattie, brittany.mattie@srqme.com

In an effort to boost adoptions for pets with special needs, the Humane Society of Sarasota County recently announced the launch of a new program with some extra TLC for furry friends without homes. The "Tender Loving Care" (TLC) program offers no-cost medical care for adopted pets, and even includes animals with pre-existing conditions requiring lifelong, routine medical care after adoption. Animals selected for the program will receive medical care at the HSSC Animal Clinic for the pet's lifetime, and the clinic will provide the predetermined medications and care at no additional cost to the owner. “We are excited to announce our newest program because we saw an opportunity to help our animals with long-term medical conditions, who are often overlooked and passed by," says Anna Gonce, executive director of the Humane Society of Sarasota County.

For those who wish to adopt a new family member with the coming new year, but cannot take on the costs that can accompany an animal with pre-existing conditions, this program is the ideal opportunity to give the dogs and cats that need a little extra love a better chance to find homes and give their humans the ability to love and manage them with the available services and resources on hand through the HSSC. Quality veterinary care is essential for pets with long-term medical needs, notes HSSC, including senior pets and pets with underlying conditions that require routine medication and welfare. The Tender Loving Care program aims to offset and negate these associated costs for adopters and alleviate any hesitation to take on an animal that may need some additional care and attention.

The medical director will establish a treatment plan for the animals in the program and the HSSC team will work with potential adoption candidates to provide quality, comprehensive veterinary care for the longevity of their newfound companionship. “The animals in this program - your future family members! - still have so much love to give," says Gonce, "and we are proud to partner with our clinic, our donors, our team and our community to share the gift of a loving pet this holiday season.”

For those interested in supporting the Tender Loving Care program, sponsorships are available. The average lifetime cost of care for a pet in the Tender Loving Care program is $500, and the program relies on support from the community and donors. Visit hssc.org/adoption/ to view available pets, including those in the Tender Loving Care program.  

Photo of Claire, courtesy of the Humane Society of Sarasota County

[Online Learning]  Goodwill Provides Virtual ESOL Classes for Manatee County Employees

In an effort to help its employees to achieve work and life success, Goodwill Manasota is offering virtual ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes each week for team members whose primary language is not English. These classes, which are taught by instructors provided by the Manatee Literacy Council, are provided while employees are on the clock, at no cost to them. One Goodwill GoodPartner Coach, Pamela Bavo, reports that, this year, Goodwill Manasota employs over 70 (about 10% of its workforce) team members who do not speak English as their primary language. Bavo said, "We want to assist our non-English speakers in improving their language skills so that they can enroll in our training programs, get promotions at Goodwill and/or gain the skills and certifications they need to re-enter the industry they worked in before coming to the U.S." 

Click here for more information.

[Donation]  Jewish Family & Children’s Service Brings Holiday Joy to the Community

In a year when the need in the community is greater than ever before, JFCS of the Suncoast increased its impact on families and seniors during its 2020 Adopt-a-Family/Adopt-a-Senior program. Donors contributed toys, clothing, shoes, bicycles, books, gift cards, home furnishings, and more to over 300 children and 150 Aging Services clients of JFCS. Donations to date have been valued at more than $60,000. “It was humbling to see so many generous donors in the community come together to brighten the holidays for more than 300 children,” said JFCS Director of Community Outreach Karen Pharo. “This year has been extra challenging for everyone. It warmed my heart when calling a recipient to let her know we had gifts, clothes, shoes, toys, and gift cards for $300 in groceries. She cried and said it was perfect timing, as she was at a friend’s house grabbing food from their pantry because they did not have any. 

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[COVID-19]  Manatee County Department of Health Announce Vaccination Availability for Seniors 65 & Older

Local Department of Health and Public Safety officials today announced plans for the public distribution of COVID-19 vaccines to seniors ages 65 and older. Vaccinations will be available for anyone ages 65 and older beginning tomorrow, Wednesday December 30. Online appointments for Wednesday and Thursday quickly filled today at 10am for the first two days of vaccinations at the Public Safety Center. 

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[Donation]  Doctor's Choice Adopts 31 Angels as Part of "Angel Tree" Program

 This holiday season, Doctor's Choice Home Care, Inc. participated in the Salvation Army's "Angel Tree" program for the third year in a row to support local individuals and families in need. With participation from the company's corporate team and its Sarasota and Bradenton branches, Doctor's Choice adopted 31 angels consisting of children and seniors. Through this special program, the Salvation Army can help put gifts under the tree for one million children across the United States who typically go without receiving any holiday gifts. "At Doctor's Choice, we're committed to giving back to our communities during the holidays and especially during this challenging year," commented Sandy Bell, CEO, Doctor's Choice Home Care, Inc. "I'm so proud of our team's generosity. It's very heartwarming and humbling to be able to help local families and individuals amid what can be a hard time of the year." 

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[COVID-19]  Free COVID-19 Antibody Test at Bobby Jones Golf Club

Join Bobby Jones Golf Club on Monday, January 4, 2021, for another fantastic blood drive. OneBlood will be available on location from 10am – 4pm. Please note the last appointment is at 3:45pm. Get a free COVID-19 antibody test. Appointments are encouraged. Please remember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before you donate. 

Click here to register.

[In This Issue]  Hometown Spirit

Transformations in philanthropic ventures in our region on a hyper-local scale. 

Click here to read the full article from SRQ's December 2020 edition.

[In This Issue]  All Roads Lead to Hope

Melissa Wandall fills her days helping local grieving families navigate life after loss, and ensuring traffic safety for commuters throughout America's roads. 

Click here to read the full article from SRQ's December 2020 edition.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Virtual: Sarasota Orchestra: Books That Move Us Discussion , January 4, 10:30am

On the first Monday of the new year, Sarasota Orchestra musicians and staff will host the second meeting of the Books That Move Us book club live on Zoom. This time, clarinetist Laura Stephenson Petty will lead a discussion of Evicted by Matthew Desmond, the Pulitzer-winning ethnography of Milwaukee's poorest communities amid the national economic crisis that unfolded in 2008. Join our book club conversation in one of three ways: Register and receive a link to attend the live discussion on Zoom at 10:30am on Monday, January 4, Watch the recorded discussion when it airs on our Facebook page by 5pm on Monday, January 4, or Visit our Books of Note webpage anytime after the air date to watch the video recording at your leisure.

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: The Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru Experience , January 1 – January 10, Times vary.

Friday, January 1 marks the opening day of the Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru Experience at Tropicana Field. The Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru Experience is the only place to encounter some of the largest dinosaurs to ever roam the earth, and eeriest marine creatures to lurk the ocean's depths, from the safety of your family vehicle. The show features more than 70 true-to-life size dinosaurs and prehistoric marine creatures. The tour will be at Tropicana Field from January 1-10 with shows running every hour. Audio tour is available in both English and Spanish. Show hours are Friday, January 1 from 11am to 8pm, Saturday, January 2 from 9am to 9pm, Sunday, January 3 from 9am to 9pm, Wednesday and Thursday, January 6 and 7 from 1pm to 8pm, Friday, January 8 from 9am to 8pm, Saturday, January 6 from 9am to 9pm, and Sunday, January 10 from 9am to 8pm.

[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: The Bishop: How to Use Your Telescope , January 16, 4:30pm-6pm

If you're looking at your telescope and wondering "How do I use this thing?" this hands-on workshop on January 16 from 4:30pm to 6pm at The Bishop is for you. Our experts will help you get comfortable setting up and using your telescope so you get the most out of it and avoid many pitfalls that can lead to frustration. Weather permitting, you'll see the moon and stars with your own telescope by evening's end. Then, when you head home, you'll be well equipped to enjoy the rich hobby of astronomy. This is a BYOT program - Bring Your Own Telescope. Cost is $35 and includes admission to the January 27 Stelliferous program on Zoom.

[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: Virtual: The Bishop: Think + Drink Science , January 13, 7pm-9pm
Want to capture that amazing night-sky shot? Join expert astro-imagers as they discuss and demonstrate some basic astrophotography techniques during this month's think + drink science program "Fundamentals of Astrophotography" on January 13 from 7pm to 9pm on Zoom. Discussion will include techniques of nightscape photography, wide-field Milky Way panoramas, deep sky images using a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera and planetary imaging. Cost is $3 for members of the Discovery Society and $5 for all others.
[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: Virtual: The Bishop: January Stelliferous , January 27, 7pm-9pm
The stars are the stars during Stelliferous, our monthly live guided tour of the skies with a staff astronomer, who will talk about where our stars, planets and constellations are headed. The program on January 27 from 7pm to 9pm includes the most current events in the world of astronomy, then we open the floor for an always-fun question and answer session. Stelliferous is great for curious adults and inquisitive kids alike. Stelliferous Live is $3 for members of the Discovery Society, $5 All Others.

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