Mar 25, 2013 | Fresh Foods, Giving, Health Eating
GPBCC President-Kerwin Brown, Diana Gregory, Phoenix Mayor-Greg Stanton
In 2007, I stood on the stage of the Ritz Carlton as a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce and the Dinner Chair for the 7th Annual Dinner. At that time, I had aspirations for becoming an entrepreneur when I retired. Six years later, GFM is the recipient of the 2013 Black Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award.
What a blessing! I am so grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community with my time and service to over 5,000 seniors. It was a privilege for me to accept the award on behalf of the seniors and the volunteers that provide service to the seniors.
I would like to thank The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce Board, staff, members and friends that voted for GFM., the Board of Directors for Gregory’s Fresh Market Place/Diana Gregory Outreach Services for their ongoing support, advice, and financial support, my coach Dr. Joel Martin, the sponsors and partners for Gregory’s Fresh Market Place, and my many volunteers, especially Rufus McClain who keeps the operation moving. A big thanks to Archie Welch who was instrumental in helping me launch the business and is on the Board of Directors and Sylvester Holmes, Attorney and Board member for everything that he does.
GFM sponsors include Southwest Gas, Walgreens, ONECare by Care 1st Health Plan Arizona, Inc., Majerle’s Sports Grill, Southwest Airlines, Chase Bank and the Arizona Informant. Without our sponsors and the dedicated volunteers who are deeply committed to this cause, GFM would not exist. They are an integral part of GFM.
The partners for GFM are Peddler’s Son Produce, GoldStar Communications, Triad West, Robert Ferguson, Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce, Phoenix Revitalization Corporation, and Black Book Arizona.
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Oct 24, 2012 | Fresh Foods, Giving, Health Eating, Independent Living
Senior Award Recipient of the Volunteer Service Award – Centenarian, Vicky Moe – Resident, Beatitudes Campus
Over 800 seniors reside at Beatitudes Campus.
Centenarian, Vicky Moe
If you lack inspiration, spend a day with Ms. Vicky Moe and that will change quickly. She is 100 years old and is active in mind, body and soul. She enjoys people and helping others. She greets the new residents at Beatitudes Campus by taking them to lunch and giving them a tour of the campus.
When asked, “What do you contribute to your longevity?” She smiles and comments, “I have great genes.” However, she practices good habits that lead to longevity. She has a great attitude, exercises at “Sit to Be Fit” every Tuesday and Thursday, does breathing exercises, and eats healthy. She takes a teaspoon of olive oil every day.
Ms. Moe was born in New York on April 28, 1912. She moved to Phoenix in 1943. She was a registered nurse in the regular nursery and primy nursery prior to retiring in her 60’s. After retiring, she volunteered for 5 years tutoring 2nd grade students. Her 73 year old son lives in Ohio and her 70 year old daughter lives at Beatitudes Campus.
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Oct 24, 2012 | Giving, Health Eating, healthy eating, Independent Living
Senior Awards Recipient of the Volunteer Service Award – Laurentius “Renny” Zegers – Senior Resident, Phoenix Manor
Laurentius “Renny” Zegers
Renny was born in Mastricht, The Netherlands and came to the US in 1963 and couldn’t wait to become a citizen in 1969. He has lived at Phoenix Manor since November 2005. For the past 4 years he has been the activity organizer for over 10+ activities each month. He is also in charge of monthly meetings for the residents. Many of the activities are social, some are educational and some are designed to give back to the community. One example of giving back is the Halloween activity. Renny commented, “Every year we collect Halloween candy for the children in our neighborhood. It is very rewarding when the parents and grandparents tell you that 40-45 years ago they use to come to Phoenix Manor to trick or treat for candy and have made it a tradition for their kids and grandkids.”
Cheryl Lang, Property Manager for Phoenix Manor commented, “Renny is the type of resident volunteer that will help out with anything you ask of him. Most of the time, you don’t have to ask, he just knows.”
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Oct 24, 2012 | Fresh Foods, Giving, Health Eating, healthy eating, Independent Living, Uncategorized
Senior Awards Recipient of the Advocacy Award, Debra Rapp, Social Service Coordinator at Stone Creek Village
Stone Creek Village is comprised of 40 units
Debra Rapp
Debra has worked for Stone Creek as a Social Service Coordinator for 4 years. She is a member of the Association of Service Coordinators. She coordinates programs through Project Hands where blankets, toiletry items, and handmade items are donated to the homeless. She also volunteers with the Empty Bowl Pet Food Pantry by picking up dog food to provide to residents that have dogs.
She receives joy from working with senior residents. She minimizes the stress in their lives and provides resources where they can be healthy and live healthy.
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Oct 24, 2012 | Giving, healthy eating
Senior Awards Luncheon Recipient of the Pioneer Award–Rosanne Schleifer, Service Coordinator, Maryvale Parkway Terrace
Maryvale Parkway Terrace, comprised of 108 units, provides housing for senior and disabled adults.
Rosanne Schleifer has worked for the City of Phoenix for 12 years, including Service Coordinator at Maryvale Parkway Terrace for three and a half years. She is a Master Trainer in Fall Prevention and a Member of the Governor’s Council on Aging and Mature Workers Committee.
As a young child she was strongly influenced by loving, nurturing Grand Parents and always had a desire to give back to the senior community. For over 25+ years, she has enriched, enhanced and make a difference in the lives of the senior population.
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Oct 17, 2012 | Exercise, Fresh Foods, Giving, Independent Living
Lifetime Achievement Award – Mr. Bernando LaPallo
On Friday, October 26th, Gregory’s Fresh Market Place will honor Mr. Bernando LaPollo, a vibrant, articulate and inspirational super centenarian. Mr. LaPallo, who is 111 years old, will receive the Lifetime Achievement award. He is a role model and is helping to define aging in new and inspirational ways.
Mr. Lapallo was born in Brazil on August 17, 1901, and moved with his family to the United States at age five. He grew up in New York, were he lived most of his life. He has resided in Mesa since 2002. After retiring as a culinary chef on cruiselines, Mr. LaPallo went back to medical school and became a podiatrist. Mr. LaPallo attributes his health and longevity to a vegetarian and raw food diet and various other natural and alternative health habits. He is the author of “Age Less/Live More: Achieving Health and Vitality at 107 and Beyond”.
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