Rockwall, TX – November 1, 2020 – The Senior Services Alliance of Rockwall, a network of Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce business professionals serving the local senior community, has once again teamed up with Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County this holiday season to bring area seniors Boost nutritional drinks and non-skid socks. […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 17, 2020 – The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall needs the community’s help to to provide Thanksgiving groceries to seniors in need in our community. The Y has partnered with Meals on Wheels Seniors Services of Rockwall County to identify several elderly clients who might not otherwise have what they need […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 10, 2020 – Rest Haven Funeral Home and Memorial Park has joined with Trinity Hospice and Royse City Medical Lodge to collect stocking stuffers for seniors. Requested items include Kleenex, cough drops, deodorant, socks, hard candy, snacks, and nuts. Donations may be dropped off by Dec. 11 at Rest Haven Rockwall […]
A Playground Focused on Inclusion HEATH, TX (Oct. 19, 2020) Despite pandemic challenges, many good works continue. That includes the tireless efforts by Heath residents, Ginny Jackson and Gini Seely, to bring an inclusive haven where children can play and caregivers can rest to Terry Park. In August 2019, the Heath City Council dedicated a […]
Doubling the financial impact for these essential organizations, Atmos Energy will match all employee donations Garland, Texas – Sept. 21, 2020 – Atmos Energy employees take enormous pride in their commitment to fuel safe and thriving communities, and during the company’s annual Week of Giving campaign held Sept. 14 through Sept. 18, employees across the enterprise pledged more than $875,000 in […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 6, 2020 — Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church in Heath is hosting a donations drive for the Austin Street Center on Aug. 9 from 1-3 p.m. The Austin Street Center provides emergency shelter and services for the most vulnerable homeless men and women. Here’s a list of what to […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 23, 2020 – Friends of Rockwall Police Officer Tracy Gaines are encouraging community members to show their support by using the above graphic as their profile photo on social media. Officer Gaines, father of two, remains in the ICU at a local hospital, battling COVID-19. He has been with the […]
“At Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County, there is nothing more important than the health and safety of the vulnerable population we serve, and that of our dedicated volunteers, Board of Directors and hard-working staff,” said Margie VerHagen, MOWSS Executive Director. That is why at a time when many local businesses are re-opening, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 20, 2020) During the continuing COVID-19 threat, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams is asking for Americans to increase blood donations, in an effort to help those who need it. There is currently a shortage, and in the coming days and weeks, more may be needed. He stresses that additional precautions […]
Donations needed for Emergency Food Boxes (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – March 14, 2020) With the extension of Rockwall ISD’s Spring Break and the closing of the contract kitchen where daily meals are prepared, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County has had to suspend daily deliveries to its elderly and disabled homebound clients. Community […]