Rockwall, TX (September 3, 2024) – Caregiving comes with a complex set of emotions and one big one is guilt. Guilt occurs frequently because caregivers’ expectations are often unrealistic. This free session will explore what guilt is, its causes as well as how to cope better with guilt and the importance of self-care. Caregiving can […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 2, 2024) They don’t know each other—yet. On the surface, their stories are vastly different, but are they? Three people linked in service… and now in crisis. This year the Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association will host their Firefighters’ Ball in honor of three recipients. It’s a little unusual for them, as there […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – Each month, the mobile food pantry of the North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities Dallas arrives in Rockwall with fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food items. Providing an abundance of food and good protein sources for those in need, July’s event served 134 families. The local youth group […]
Rockwall, TX (August 1, 2024) – The sandwich generation is named so because it is effectively “sandwiched” between the obligation to care for their aging parents—who may be ill, unable to perform various tasks, or in need of financial support—and children, who require financial, physical, and emotional support. The demands of caring and making decisions […]
Rockwall, TX (July 11, 2024) – McDonald’s has declared this summer as the summer of value – rolling out a series of local and national deals, including savings on everyone’s favorite salty side. McDonald’s is celebrating National French Fry Day with two days of deals for the first time ever. Fans can kick off the weekend with McDonald’s […]
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) — The Rockwall County Democrats would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the CASA Kids Birthday Gift Bags initiative for the month of June. Your generous donations have brought joy and hope to many children under the care of Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). […]
Rockwall, TX (June 13, 2024) – Many patients need lifesaving blood transfusions this summer. By giving blood, Carter BloodCare donors help people hurt in serious car wrecks, children fighting diseases like cancer and anemia, mothers going through difficult deliveries, and older adults with age-related health issues, among many others. As a donor thank-you gift this […]
Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2024) – Not sure why your family member’s behaviors are changing and what to do about those changes? Learn how dementia affects people and how to take good care of your family member and yourself. The signs of dementia begin when a family member begins repeating the same question or activity […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 21, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs joins forces with Carry The Load, once again, as Nonprofit Partner to honor the sacrifices of our nation’s military, Veterans, first responders, and their families. As an active Nonprofit Partner, Patriot PAWS will be participating in Carry The Load’s 2024 Memorial May National Relay and […]