Caregivers' Support Group of Holy Trinity Catholic Church invites all caregivers to attend a presentation on depression by specialist Dr. S. Acosta on Aug. 14 at 11:45 a.m. in St. Patrick's Hall. An optional brown bag lunch will follow.
RSVP by Aug. 10 to Margarita Navas at or 703-753-6700.
The Caregivers Support Group is part of Holy Trinity Catholic Church's Health and Wellness ministry. Ministry volunteers offer health, medical and nursing knowledge to perpetuate the healing mission of the church.
Consistent with the Gospel and the spirit of the parish to serve neighbors, the group promotes physical, mental, social and spiritual health.
The ministry provides answers to health questions and concerns, educational programs, referrals to community resources, home visits and health screenings. All meetings are open to the public.
Holy Trinity Catholic Church is located at 8213 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville.
'Solutions for Why and Where' to be discussed
Bull Run Women's Connection invites everyone to the "Solutions for Why and Where" brunch Monday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Stonewall Golf Club, 15601 Turtle Point Drive, Gainesville.
The brunch will feature Christine Barringer of Home At Last Decor, who will share secrets to making a house a home. Speaker Irene Pace will address the age-old question, "Why Me?" Attendees will also hear father/daughter duets from Larry and Katherine Chang.
Complimentary, onsite childcare is provided for children ages 4 months to 8 years.
The cost is $14.
For information and/or reservations, call Linda Smith at 703-216-2469 or e-mail . Reservations must be honored or canceled.
This event is sponsored by Christian Women's Club of Stonecroft Ministries.
"Remember the Titans" Dough Raiser coming
Do you remember Gerry (pronounced "Gary") Bertier?
Bertier was the middle linebacker portrayed in the movie "Remember the Titans," the story of T.C. Williams High School's emotional drive to an undefeated season and the 1971 Virginia state football title. A car accident later left him paralyzed.
Inspiring millions, Bertier went on to win gold medals in the Wheelchair Olympics and was instrumental in helping those in wheelchairs gain easier access via curb ramps, wider store entrances, etc.
Ten years after his paralysis, Bertier was killed by a drunk driver.
Now, almost 30 years later after his death, the Gerry Bertier #42 Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Research carries on Bertier's name and spirit by raising money for Virginia Commonwealth University's spinal cord injury research and rehabilitation center.
On Aug. 29, in conjunction with Uno's Chicago Bar and Grille, the foundation will hold a "Dough Raiser" fundraiser at seven locations in Virginia, including Gainesville.
The foundation hopes that the money raised will one day help find a cure, enabling paralysis victims to recover faster and even walk.
Look for upcoming announcements and visit http://www.GerryBertier.com to see how you can help.
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