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Community Comes Out in Droves to Welcome Afghan Citizens

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Submitted by rjreyes659_727 on Thu, 09/09/2021 - 14:45

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Reno, Sparks, and Tahoe friends have come out in droves in support of the Northern Nevada International Center’s efforts to provide sanctuary for incoming Afghan refugees.

On August 16, 2021, the Kabul airport was a scene of discord and panic as Afghanistan residents and Americans alike rushed to flee the region as the Taliban assumed its rule. On August 17, the Truckee Meadows flooded our organization with offers to help.  

Hope, Compassion and Love — One Woman's Career Strategy

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Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/27/2021 - 17:28

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Sharon Chamberlain Celebrates 10 Years at Northern Nevada HOPES
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"I’m hopeful every member of our community will have access to health care, that we can work together to end homelessness, and we can expand services for underserved populations, including an emphasis on behavioral health, primary care and housing." *Sharon Chamberlain, Chief Executive Officer, Northern Nevada HOPES
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For 10 years, Sharon Chamberlain has been at the helm of Northern Nevada HOPES. Her approach to running the community health clinic is to lead with compassion, serve with humility and love the ignored and underserved unconditionally.

Some people have the ability to change lives. They may provide another with life-changing hope. They may offer profound compassion. They may simply love unconditionally. People like Sharon Chamberlain, chief executive officer at Northern Nevada HOPES, are changing thousands of lives every day by offering underserved and overlooked Nevadans hope, compassion and love.

Caregivers' Compensation Guide

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Submitted by lbenisano_411 on Thu, 07/29/2021 - 13:56

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The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada’s Caregiver Support Initiative has released a new resource, the Caregivers’ Compensation Guide.

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada’s Caregiver Support Initiative helps family caregivers provide better care to their loved ones with resources and support.

The resource directory website, WashoeCaregivers.org, offers over 300 resources specifically for caregivers. The Washoe Caregivers Guidebook, an instructional manual for new family caregivers, of which we have distributed 20,000 copies in over 100 locations in the community.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF NORTHERN NEVADA OPENS SATELLITE LOCATION IN SUN VALLEY

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Tue, 07/27/2021 - 16:42

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Bringing Poverty Assistance Programs Directly to Community
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As access can be a barrier for someone seeking services, the Catholic Charities Sun Valley satellite location can address needs beyond food insecurity, removing the barrier and improving quality of life.
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Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada (CCNN) has a new satellite location in Sun Valley.  Located at Saint Peter’s Canisius Church, a mobile unit will serve as a satellite office for the food pantry location as well as other services.

Reading Between the Lions

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Submitted by jackieshelton_354 on Sat, 06/19/2021 - 11:41

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“If a child can look at the right place, the teacher can teach them to read.” *Dr. Richard Meier
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The Reno Lions Club has created a way to help children train their eyes to improve their reading skills.

The Nevada Optometric Assocation (NOA) recently recognized Lion Janyce Rossall and the Lions Club of Reno with its Vision Award of Community Service. In its first year, the award recognizes an organization or individual that continues to do work in the community (locally, statewide, nationally, and/or internationally) to promote eye health and eye care.

Local Doctor on a Mission to Vaccinate Community from COVID-19

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 16:49

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This was, without question, the most rewarding thing I have done in my 28 years as a physician.
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Carson City family physician hosts 12 drive-through vaccine clinics to put shots in arms.

The office of Dr. Merrit W. Dunlap, a Carson City family physician since 1999 and native Nevadan, put nearly 2,500 shots in arms since January in the fight against COVID-19.  Dr. Dunlap, his staff, and several volunteers held 12 drive-through vaccine clinics during January through April at the top floor of the Casino Fandango parking garage.

Harvest Consciously This Year

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Thu, 03/25/2021 - 12:57

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Catholic Charities earns highest rating from Charity Navigator for good governance and financial responsibility of donor investments.
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“Catholic Charities’ exceptional 4-star rating sets it apart from its peers and demonstrates its trustworthiness to the public,” said Michael Thatcher, president and CEO of Charity Navigator.
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Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the sixth consecutive year that CCNN has earned this top distinction, which is the highest possible rating and indicates that the organization adheres to sector best practices and executes its mission in a financially efficient way.

As spring is traditionally the time of planting, it also brings to mind the thought of harvesting that labor’s fruits. This passage from the book of Leviticus gives guidance regarding some ethical and community-minded practices:

“When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Leave them for the poor and for the foreigner residing among you.” — Leviticus 23:22

Catholic Charities Supports Local Farms To Help Communities Flourish

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Tue, 02/23/2021 - 14:51

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St. Vincent’s Food Pantry feeds the community while supporting local farmers and food providers
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By refocusing to buy as many local products as we can, we have helped sustain families in our community whose businesses have been severely impacted by the pandemic.
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At Catholic Charities, our mission is to provide bread—spiritual, social, and sustenance—to people of all cultures and beliefs through a broad range of services, including food resources, case management, and residential programs. Our St. Vincent’s Food Pantry is a crucial component in our efforts to help feed our community. As the largest food pantry in Northern Nevada, it serves more than 15,000 people per month. Annually, St. Vincent’s Food Pantry distributes more than 300,000 boxes of food for families in need.

The Lord’s prayer, “Give us today our daily bread,” from Matthew 6:11, has been interpreted in various ways. It’s not only a supplication for the nourishment of bread and other food. It also envelops our overall basic needs for good health and well-being—food, shelter, clothing, warmth, and safety.

Family-Friendly Camping This Spring

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Submitted by lisa_624 on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 16:05

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Visit Grizzly Creek Ranch for an unforgettable, action-packed weekend at Family Camp.
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"Especially with what’s going on in the world, the kids need to get off their tablets, away from their phones and the TV and get outdoors." *Jade Wallace, mom of three boys and past family camper
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Sierra Nevada Journeys is hosting Family Camps at Grizzly Creek Ranch located in Portola, California, just 50 minutes north of Reno. You won't regret the quality time as a family and we make it easy for you as all of the meals are included and organized camp activities are led by our instructors.

Sierra Nevada Journeys is hosting Family Camps at Grizzly Creek Ranch located in Portola, California, just 50 minutes north of Reno. You won't regret the quality time as a family and we make it easy for you as all of the meals are included and organized camp activities are led by our instructors. Choose from four different weekends with the first camp happening on March 19, 2021. Your family or “pandemic pod” will have exclusive use of a cabin (sleeps up to 12 people) for an action-packed weekend outdoors.

Filling Up on Good Karma

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Submitted by paige.galeoto_230 on Thu, 02/04/2021 - 21:02

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One local woman and her pug are inspiring others to care for their community
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"I just love how accessible and easy they’ve made it to give back to those in need in our community. You can give a little, you can give a lot, you can give daily or one time." *Brooke Lampert, local chef and food philanthropist
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Brooke Lampert, a local chef, caterer and community food philanthropist has been filling area Karma Boxes with her pug Beau. Their joy is contagious.

His name is Beauregard Jackson Pickett-Burnside (Beau to his fans), and he believes in karma – specifically, the Karma Box Project. The middle-aged pug, with his trademark dangling tongue, is companion to Brooke Lampert, a local chef, caterer and community food philanthropist. This winter, the pair has added filling Karma Boxes to their philanthropic mission.

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