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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Mar 21, 2013 | Health Eating, Independent Living
Photo by Floyd Galloway: Ledale Miles, Service Coordinator for Tanner Gardens Apartments, Diana Gregory, founder of Gregory’s Fresh Market, Anna Maldonado, Director of Sales and Marketing for ONECare and Robert Ferguson
In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Gregory’s Fresh Market has partnered with ONECare by Care 1st Health Plan of Arizona Inc. for the Senior Nutrition and Healthy Eating Tour. Over the next 60 days, seniors at 10 affordable living locations throughout the Greater Phoenix area will be engaged in topics on nutrition and food demonstrations. Robert Ferguson, nutritionist, author and nationally recognized voice of weight loss, and CEO of Diet Free Life was the featured speaker to kick off the tour. Seniors not only received healthy eating principles, but were inspired to develop better eating habits. Residents from Tanner Garden Apartments, Tanner Manor and Grandfamilies Place of Phoenix were in attendance for the first event held at Tanner Garden Apartments. Blood pressure testing was provided by the Black Nurses Association. Every resident attending each event will receive a bag of fresh fruits and vegetables.
This program would not be possible without the sponsorship from ONECare.
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Oct 25, 2012 | Fresh Foods, Health Eating, healthy eating, Independent Living
Senior Awards Recipient of the Pioneer Award – Sonia Chavez, Service Coordinator, Pine Towers
Pine Towers is comprised of 156 units
Sonia has been employed with the City of Phoenix for 8 years, and worked as the Service Coordinator for Pine Towers for over 3 years.
Sonia comments, “I learn something new every day from working with seniors.” “I have learned to embrace the best and let go of the rest. I enjoy seeing the seniors smile and laugh. I think knowing that I am part of an individual’s last year’s of life makes my job different from my previous positions. I now know how precious each day of life is. I have learned how hard it is to say good-bye to those you care about.”
I try to live my life by this quote, “Be the change you want to see in the world.”
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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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