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Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Health Connect America Celebrates FCTF's Annual Day of Giving in Mississippi
JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 / / -- In support of the Family Centered Treatment Foundation's (FCTF) Annual Day of Giving, Health Connect America proudly participated in volunteer activities across Mississippi on March 7th. This initiative highlights our ongoing commitment to strengthening communities and supporting families through meaningful acts of service. A Day of Community Engagement and Impact Health Connect America, an FCT Practitioner, mobilized its Mississippi employees to take part in service projects across the state. Nearly 90 employees engaged in a variety of volunteer activities, making a tangible impact in the communities where they live and work. Some of this year's initiatives included: Collected and Delivered Food and Nonperishables in Amory Participated in Food Delivers, Clothing Closets, and Handed Out Cards and Flowers to Seniors in Byhalia Sorted and Donated Items at Sacred Heart Southern Mission Thrift Store in Hernando Served Lunch and Organized Pantry at Loves Kitchen and Participated in Read Across America at Crestwood Elementary School in Meridian Gathered and Delivered Donations at Lord is My Help in Moss Point Gathered Clothing Donations and Assembled Care Packages for Individuals in Need in New Albany Visited with Residents of Magnolia at Oxford Commons Memory Care and Assisted Living in Oxford Fed the Recovery Group at Celebrate Recovery in Philadelphia Fed the Homeless Community and Donated needed Items at All Saints Church and Hope Deferred in Saltillo Put Together and Delivered Appreciation Bags to Admin Staff at Tate County and North Panola Schools in Senatobia 'Participating in this day of giving allows us to extend our reach beyond traditional care settings, touching lives in a direct and meaningful way. It's a powerful reminder that at the heart of every community lies the potential for immense positive change, driven by simple acts of generosity and compassion,' said Scott Martin, Executive Officer of Operations at Health Connect America. About the FCT Foundation's Day of Giving The Annual FCT Day of Giving was created to honor the 30th anniversary of Family Centered Treatment's official incorporation. Each year, individuals associated with FCT—including staff, families, and board members—are encouraged to engage in acts of service. Health Connect America's participation on March 7th demonstrates our continued dedication to community engagement and the power of collective giving. Join Us in Celebrating the Power of Giving Health Connect America invites the community to reflect on the importance of giving back and to share their stories of kindness using #FCTdayofgiving and #HCAdayofgiving on social media. 'We encourage everyone to participate in this celebration of giving. Small acts of kindness can create lasting change, and together, we can strengthen our communities in incredible ways.' – Jordan Labiosa, Director of Marketing at Health Connect America Looking Ahead Health Connect America remains committed to the principles of the Family Centered Treatment Foundation and will continue fostering a culture of service. As we look forward to future Days of Giving, we are excited to see the lasting impact our employees can make in Mississippi and beyond.
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
10 dogs rescued in Greene County among 50 saved by Humane Society of Missouri
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. – Ten of 50 dogs rescued today by the Humane Society of Missouri are from a resident in Greene County. Laura Keller, Humane Society spokeswoman, said the dogs were taken from an owner who was overwhelmed by the demands of caring for the animals she described as being 'in rough shape.' The 10 and 40 others taken from what Keller called 'puppy mill' situations in the state are being taken to the society's facility in St, Louis for health evaluations and emergency veterinary treatment. Two dozen cats from an abandoned property in Phelps County also were rescued by the HSMO's Animal Cruelty Task Force, she said. 'While there's no such thing as a typical day at the Humane Society of Missouri, bringing 75 animals in from three different rescues definitely puts a strain on our resources, including our people,' HSMO president Kathy Warnick said in a news release. 'The fact that it's happening on our Annual Day of Giving definitely shines a spotlight on our mission and real ways we put that mission into action every day.' HSMO expects to make the animals available for adoption after they have been spayed or neutered, received their vaccines and been evaluated by our behavior team. As the animals recover, medically and behaviorally, they will be made available for adoption on a case-by-case basis. There is no current timeline for when the dogs and cats rescued today will be ready for adoption, but interested adopters can check the HSMO website at to see when they become available, according to the news release. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
