Archive for the 'Education' Category

Thank You to Hope Second Advent

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008

The results of the Benefit Breakfast hosted by Hope Second Advent Christian Church were remarkable - $3250!  Wow - is that a lot of sausage, bacon and eggs!  Hospice of Union County can pay for 10 days of a patient pain pump with that sum, medical supplies for 6 patients who remain in their own […]

What’s Happening at United Family Services Fall 2008

Friday, September 5th, 2008

With school in session we have officially welcomed the fall season- The following events are happening at United Family Services this fall- Come be a part of our family!
VOLUNTEER CONNECTIONS-United Family Services offers hope. That hope is helping to change the future of our community one life at a time. But we don’t do it […]

Benefit Breakfast to be held August 30

Friday, August 15th, 2008

Hope Second Advent Christian Church will be hosting a benefit breakfast for Hospice of Union County on Saturday, August 30 from 6am to 10am.  Suggested donations are $6 for adults and $3 for children.

The church is located at 6804 Morgan Mill Road, Monroe, 28110.

All proceeds go towards patient care and will allow Hospice to continue […]

“DAV Garage Sale”

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

The Union County DAV Chapter 95 will hold a 2 day garage sale on August 22nd and 23rd from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Chapter Commander’s home on the corner of Airport Rd & Hampton Meadows Rd. Donations gratefully accepted and may be dropped off at Steve Wharton’s home. If you are unable […]

Red Cross Issues Urgent Call for All Blood Types

Monday, July 14th, 2008

The American Red Cross is reporting that the blood inventory levels are so low it is unable to sufficiently meet the demand of local hospitals. While there is a constant need for all blood types, donors with type O positive, O negative, A positive and A negative are asked to take an hour to donate […]

United Way Allocates almost 1.9 million dollars to 18 agencies in Union Co.

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

The United Way of Central Carolinas recently approved Allocations of approx. $1.9 million to its 18 Union County agencies. “People helping people” is what it boils down to for Richard Heins, United Way Vice Pres. of Union County operations. He reminds us that one of the best aspects of donating money in Union County is […]

“CMC-Union Community Education”

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

“Super Sitter”
Time: Thursday, July 17th and 24th, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Place: 600 Hospital Dr., Monroe
This free two-part class prepares young people (ages 11 to 15) for the many responsibilities associated with caring for infants and young children. Topics include infant/child growth development, the importance of age-appropriate play, childcare, home safety, first aid discipline and the […]

Hospice will be offering training to volunteers

Monday, July 7th, 2008

Hospice of Union County will be offering volunteer training on July 28,29, and 31, 9:00a.m. to 1 p.m. at the office in Waxhaw. Volunteers are the heart of Hospice. They provide support to patients and their families, either in the patient’s home or at the Hospice Houses on the main campus in Monroe. […]

Sandbag Sale will help victims of Flooding

Monday, July 7th, 2008

In an effort to help states whose Red Cross funds have been almost depleted due to recent flooding, the Union County Chapter of the American Red Cross is partnering with Monroe Mall to sell sandbags that will be displayed in the mall this month. For each $5 donation, participants will get a minisandbag. […]

Barbecue for Turning Point (Women’s Shelter)

Monday, July 7th, 2008

The first-ever chicken barbecue for Turning Point will be held July 25. The event will be 11a.m. to 7p.m. at Belk Tonawonda Park. Plates are $7.50 and include 1/4 chicken, roll, slaw, beans and dessert, abailable for eat-in or take-out. For details or tickets call Jamie Underwood or Tina Simpson (704-283-9150). Turning Point is Union […]