Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon with A New Leaf- April 26, 2017
On Wednesday, April 26th, members of the Women’ Club board were treated to a luncheon held to honor all the volunteers who help support A New Leaf and its programs and clients.
In attendance from left to right: Lydia Genovese-Pelly, Regina Shore, Donelyn Casad, Jackie Goodman, Susan Josephson, and photographer, Pam Clements. For the new board members, it was an opportunity to learn more about all the great work A New Leaf provides to help men, women, children and families in crisis. A New Leaf provides shelter and support to victims of homelessness, domestic violence and human trafficking. Their motto is “Helping families…saving lives.”
Now when these board members know where the money raised, school supplies and toiletries donated, and meals served goes and how it benefits the women and children in the crisis center at Faith House.
New Range for Faith House- March 16, 2017
Good things are happening for the Faith House residents and staff!!
Email on March 16th from Christine O'Brien, Shelter Coordinator at A New Leaf’s Faith House:
“Guess what arrived today!! I can't express how happy we are!! Tears of joy here at Faith House today. Making Lemon Chicken and Roasted Squash. Wish us luck!!”
Thank you to all who participated in the recent holiday fundraising events. The Women’s Club was able to donate over $6,000 to Free Arts for Abused Children. Even more exciting, we were able to present a check for $10,000 to the staff at A New Leaf’s Faith House to be used toward the purchase of a much-needed new commercial range.
Thank you to all who made this possible. As you can see from the photos, their old range was a very tired and temperamental one and their new one is bright and shiny! It’s so touching to see what a contribution like ours can do to make the lives of the staff and families so much easier
Email on March 16th from Christine O'Brien, Shelter Coordinator at A New Leaf’s Faith House:
“Guess what arrived today!! I can't express how happy we are!! Tears of joy here at Faith House today. Making Lemon Chicken and Roasted Squash. Wish us luck!!”
Thank you to all who participated in the recent holiday fundraising events. The Women’s Club was able to donate over $6,000 to Free Arts for Abused Children. Even more exciting, we were able to present a check for $10,000 to the staff at A New Leaf’s Faith House to be used toward the purchase of a much-needed new commercial range.
Thank you to all who made this possible. As you can see from the photos, their old range was a very tired and temperamental one and their new one is bright and shiny! It’s so touching to see what a contribution like ours can do to make the lives of the staff and families so much easier
Ice Cream Party- August 24, 2016
On Wednesday, August 24th, members of the Charity Giving Committee and a spouse, baked baby cupcakes for the kids (and moms) to frost and decorate while others dished up ice cream cups, cones and bowls also to be decorated with candies, sprinkles, syrups and whipped cream. Yum!
Helping with this fun event were Tammy Kelly- baby cake baker, Kay Wick and Pam Clements- ice cream scoopers, Susan and Ken Josephson and Yvonne Gatlin- decorators and helpers.
Helping with this fun event were Tammy Kelly- baby cake baker, Kay Wick and Pam Clements- ice cream scoopers, Susan and Ken Josephson and Yvonne Gatlin- decorators and helpers.
Special Faith House Visit from Peoria Mayor and Vice Mayor- July 25, 2016
On July 25, Peoria Mayor Carlat and Vice Mayor/Council Member Binsbacher travelled to A New Leaf's Faith House to meet with A New Leaf CEO, Michael Hughes and Chief Philanthropy Officer, Joe Dulin and the Faith House Program Coordinators, Christine O'Brien and Rosalie Hernandez. They discussed the latest funding cuts and budget shortfalls and the changes required by new federal government regulations.
The staff at Faith House provided a tour of the shelter and talked about the challenges they and the residents face while trying to prepare victims for confidence and self-sufficiency.
Photo:
Visitors & Staff- Left to right- Christine O'Brien, Rosalie Hernandez, Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat and Vice Mayor and Council Member for the Mesquite District, Bridget Binsbacher. In the rear is A New Leaf CEO, Michael Hughes. Also attending were Trilogy Women's Club President, Pam Clements and A New Leaf Advisory Council member,
Tammy Kelly
The staff at Faith House provided a tour of the shelter and talked about the challenges they and the residents face while trying to prepare victims for confidence and self-sufficiency.
Photo:
Visitors & Staff- Left to right- Christine O'Brien, Rosalie Hernandez, Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat and Vice Mayor and Council Member for the Mesquite District, Bridget Binsbacher. In the rear is A New Leaf CEO, Michael Hughes. Also attending were Trilogy Women's Club President, Pam Clements and A New Leaf Advisory Council member,
Tammy Kelly
A New Leaf's Faith House- Delivery of New Beds & Dressers- August 2016
The long-awaited new furnishings for the Faith House Shelter units have arrived. The maintenance staff had the task of assembling and installing the 20 new beds and dressers. The meditation room became the temporary mattress storage room while the staff waited for the beds to be delivered. Old wood beds and dressers will be replaced with the new bedbug-resistant beds. More beds are currently on order.
On Saturday, August 27th, Tammy Kelly and Pam Clements helped Christine O'Brien and her daughter , Briana, make up the beds with new sheets and blankets and decorated the walls with art work. Many of the paintings were donated by the Blackstone Art League to brighten up the shelter units.
As soon as the rooms were completed, families were scheduled to move in !
On Saturday, August 27th, Tammy Kelly and Pam Clements helped Christine O'Brien and her daughter , Briana, make up the beds with new sheets and blankets and decorated the walls with art work. Many of the paintings were donated by the Blackstone Art League to brighten up the shelter units.
As soon as the rooms were completed, families were scheduled to move in !
Trilogy at Vistancia Women's Club School Supplies Drive- August 2016
The school supplies and backpacks have been delivered to Faith House! Thank you all so much for your generosity! We were able to supply backpacks and mini-backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies for all of the children residing at Faith House plus extra backpacks and lots of school supplies for families arriving during the school year.
Once again Trilogy residents stepped up to make the start of the school year special for a wonderful group of deserving children at Faith House.
Many thanks!!
Once again Trilogy residents stepped up to make the start of the school year special for a wonderful group of deserving children at Faith House.
Many thanks!!
Mother's Day Brunch- May 8, 2016
Our Mother's Day breakfast was a great success! Cooking, serving and cleaning up were : L to R- Jim and Claudia Thompson, Frank and Carol Riebli , Pam Clements, Susan Josephson, Patti Goldman , Fred Goldman, and Jerry Clements.
This year Frank had a helper to mop the floors on our way out. Quite the tradition! We always leave the kitchen and dining area sparkling and everyone very well-fed.
The menu is a proven success- scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, Carol's egg casserole, hash brown casserole, chocolate chip pancakes with lots of syrups, strawberries
with whipped cream, mini cinnamon rolls, juice and coffee and special sparkling cider for the moms.
This year Frank had a helper to mop the floors on our way out. Quite the tradition! We always leave the kitchen and dining area sparkling and everyone very well-fed.
The menu is a proven success- scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, Carol's egg casserole, hash brown casserole, chocolate chip pancakes with lots of syrups, strawberries
with whipped cream, mini cinnamon rolls, juice and coffee and special sparkling cider for the moms.
Cards from the Heart- May 8, 2016
Today, our Mother's Day brunch crew had a special surprise. The children made cards for their mothers and some of the mothers made cards for us!! We were moved to tears by these cards and the heartfelt messages. These are amazing women who are celebrating their new-found strengths and thanking us for the love and attention we give them. We always gain so much with every activity we do and the opportunity to bring some special attention to these women and their children and they are so appreciative. This is why we support Faith House!!
Purse & Toiletries Drive- May 4, 2016
This year our Purse & Toiletries drive for the mothers and children at Faith House was a HUGE success. Almost 100 purses but most importantly, more than enough toiletries for the mothers and for all the children from babies to teens!! What a wonderful, generous community!
Helping with the Purse & Toiletries drive were Vesta Demester , Jane Folsom, Susan Josephson, Diane Anderson, Marcia Jarvis, Claire Warhol, Linda Heining and Feeta Collins. All helped collect and/or sort donations and pack purses with toiletries and cute bags for the kids.
What a wonderful group of volunteers and what a generous community !!
Helping with the Purse & Toiletries drive were Vesta Demester , Jane Folsom, Susan Josephson, Diane Anderson, Marcia Jarvis, Claire Warhol, Linda Heining and Feeta Collins. All helped collect and/or sort donations and pack purses with toiletries and cute bags for the kids.
What a wonderful group of volunteers and what a generous community !!
A New Leaf Celebrates 45 Years of Caring for the Valley's Victims of Homelessness and Abuse!
Faith House and Free Arts for Abused Children
The Trilogy at Vistancia Women's Club is both social and service oriented. We provide social opportunities for Trilogy women to meet old friends and meet new friends through a variety of events and activities including luncheons, field trips and fashion shows. We also support organizations that help women and children in need throughout the community through special activities and financial support through our annual fundraisers; the Holiday Home Tour and Corks for a Cause.
The Women's Club has supported A New Leaf's Faith House, a shelter for victims of Domestic Violence, for over eight years. This past year, the club has adopted another charity organization, Free Arts for Abused Children ( Free Arts/AZ ). Members of the Women's Club provide fun activities including the Mother's Day Brunch, BBQs and holiday parties and provide for essential
needs such as backpacks and school supplies, toiletries and bedding for Faith House.
The Women's Club is just now learning how members can help Free Arts, which provides therapy for abused and neglected children through the various art forms including dance, drawing and painting, costume design, writing and poetry, and many others.
By the generous contributions of TAVWC and the Trilogy community, we are making a difference in the lives of women and children in need.
Please click here to contact Pam Clements if you'd like to become more involved with Faith House or Free Arts of Arizona.
Or visit their websites at www.turnanewleaf.org or www. freeartsaz.org
The Women's Club has supported A New Leaf's Faith House, a shelter for victims of Domestic Violence, for over eight years. This past year, the club has adopted another charity organization, Free Arts for Abused Children ( Free Arts/AZ ). Members of the Women's Club provide fun activities including the Mother's Day Brunch, BBQs and holiday parties and provide for essential
needs such as backpacks and school supplies, toiletries and bedding for Faith House.
The Women's Club is just now learning how members can help Free Arts, which provides therapy for abused and neglected children through the various art forms including dance, drawing and painting, costume design, writing and poetry, and many others.
By the generous contributions of TAVWC and the Trilogy community, we are making a difference in the lives of women and children in need.
Please click here to contact Pam Clements if you'd like to become more involved with Faith House or Free Arts of Arizona.
Or visit their websites at www.turnanewleaf.org or www. freeartsaz.org
Faith House Easter Party- March 26, 2016
Another year, another Faith House Easter Party!! It was great fun!! Linda Heining and Jane Folsom, plus five Women's Club Volunteers, worked on the Thursday before the party to prepare the activities and stuff the Easter bags that were given to the children.
There were 13 children and 6 moms. The children ranged in age from babies to teens. The Easter Bunny was in attendance when the children came to the party. Some of the younger children were a bit shy of the bunny, but most warmed up to him quickly.
The children and mothers were very appreciative of the party and the different activities provided. All of the volunteers, both on Thursday and on Saturday did a fantastic job and were great relating to the children and moms.
Bunny helpers were:
Diane & Ken Anderson
Jane Folsom and the Easter Bunny (Dave Folsom)
Denise Wysocki
Donelyn Casad
Gayle Adams
Susan & Ken Josephson
Linda Henning
Also helping were the Bag Stuffers on March 24th:
Christine Sherer
Cindy Hart
Jane Folsom
Diane Anderson
Linda Henning
The Easter Bunny and his helpers distributed treats, decorated Easter egg cookies, candy, bubbles and toothbrushes to help clean teeth after all the sugar!! Fun was had by all !!
There were 13 children and 6 moms. The children ranged in age from babies to teens. The Easter Bunny was in attendance when the children came to the party. Some of the younger children were a bit shy of the bunny, but most warmed up to him quickly.
The children and mothers were very appreciative of the party and the different activities provided. All of the volunteers, both on Thursday and on Saturday did a fantastic job and were great relating to the children and moms.
Bunny helpers were:
Diane & Ken Anderson
Jane Folsom and the Easter Bunny (Dave Folsom)
Denise Wysocki
Donelyn Casad
Gayle Adams
Susan & Ken Josephson
Linda Henning
Also helping were the Bag Stuffers on March 24th:
Christine Sherer
Cindy Hart
Jane Folsom
Diane Anderson
Linda Henning
The Easter Bunny and his helpers distributed treats, decorated Easter egg cookies, candy, bubbles and toothbrushes to help clean teeth after all the sugar!! Fun was had by all !!
Touching Messages from Faith House Children
The children at Faith House painted T-shirts with messages that are so touching... These were some that were displayed at Corks for a Cause!
Corks for a Cause- March 20, 2016
The sixth annual Corks for a Cause wine tasting and food pairing fundraiser was held on March 20th at Blackstone Country Club. The event was sponsored by our Women's Club and A New Leaf West Valley Advisory Council. This year our goal was to replace the old furnishings with bedbug-resistant beds, bedding and dressers. We had eight tastings of specially selected vintages paired with small plate appetizers to enhance the wines. A silent auction was held including the Ryder Cup, trips to Napa Valley and New York, dining and entertainment, sports memorabilia and a 50/50 raffle..We danced the night away to
"A Touch of Gray" !!
Proceeds from this year's Corks for a Cause was just under $30,000 which will be used to purchase new beds, bedding, and dressers for 10 of the shelter rooms.
"A Touch of Gray" !!
Proceeds from this year's Corks for a Cause was just under $30,000 which will be used to purchase new beds, bedding, and dressers for 10 of the shelter rooms.
On March 5th, 2016, Jackie Goodman, Donelyn Casad, and Ann Kline ran a 5K for the benefit of Free Arts Arizona at the Out West Balloon Festival. The fun run benefited Cox charities who donated 100% of the registration fee to Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona. It was an all day event with food booths and balloon rides!!
Gingerbread Boys and Gingerbread Houses - December 9, 2015
Much fun was had by all at Faith House. On December 9th, moms and kids got into the Christmas spirit by decorating gingerbread cookies to put on a Christmas tree- and of course, many cookies found their way into mouths and tummies.
Trilogy elves, led by Tammy Kelly, included Jane and Dave Folsom, Marlane Hothouse, Janet June, Cindy Hart and Linda Heining. These elves helped with cookie decorating and especially with the creation of Gingerbread Houses worthy of Hansel and Gretel. Linda Heining completed the afternoon event by reading "There's Snow Time Like Cookie Time", a delightful children's storybook provided by the Women's Club.
Trilogy elves, led by Tammy Kelly, included Jane and Dave Folsom, Marlane Hothouse, Janet June, Cindy Hart and Linda Heining. These elves helped with cookie decorating and especially with the creation of Gingerbread Houses worthy of Hansel and Gretel. Linda Heining completed the afternoon event by reading "There's Snow Time Like Cookie Time", a delightful children's storybook provided by the Women's Club.
Holiday Home Tour- A New Leaf/ Faith House Representatives
From left to right- Christine O'Brien, Rosalie Hernandez, Pam Clements, Nancy and Tom Hutchinson
Faith House Tailgate Party- November 10, 2015
Lots of fun with the Cardinals football team!! Thanks to our helpers, Gina Wojciechowicz and Julie shore, Marcia Jarvis, Marlane and Jim Holthouse, Denise Creydt, and the Cardinals football team !! the children were treated to a BBQ and lots of fun games!!
Story Time at Faith House
On the second Wednesday of each month, a group of volunteers from the Women’s Club heads off to Faith House with treats furnished by Jo-Ann O’Beirne and books and activities coordinated by Tammy Kelly – a member of A New Leaf West Valley Advisory Council and former Women’s Club member.
This month’s activity was especially fun for the children in the Faith House Pre-School with a visit from Buckley, Denise Wysocki’s therapy dog. The children then framed and decorated pictures of Buckley to keep them company when he isn’t there to snuggle with.
Parker, one of the staff’s children, is front and center for all photos and an adorable little boy.
If you are interested in helping with story time and reaching out to these precious little children, you will need a background check and fingerprinting. You can contact either Tammy Kelly at tlkelly53@gmail.com or Pam Clements at pamela@clements.net to find out more about this fun and very rewarding activity.
This month’s activity was especially fun for the children in the Faith House Pre-School with a visit from Buckley, Denise Wysocki’s therapy dog. The children then framed and decorated pictures of Buckley to keep them company when he isn’t there to snuggle with.
Parker, one of the staff’s children, is front and center for all photos and an adorable little boy.
If you are interested in helping with story time and reaching out to these precious little children, you will need a background check and fingerprinting. You can contact either Tammy Kelly at tlkelly53@gmail.com or Pam Clements at pamela@clements.net to find out more about this fun and very rewarding activity.
Mother's Day Brunch- May 10,2015
On Sunday, May 10, the chefs descended on Faith House to prepare a Mother's Day Brunch. Cooking and serving pancakes, eggs,ham, bacon, breakfast casseroles, donuts, fruit, and sparkling apple juice were Pam and Jerry Clements, Claudia and Jim Thompson, Carol and Frank Riebli , and Kay and Dan Wick.
The mothers always feel special being served by such gracious guys and love to choose a special purse. The Kids always enjoy the chocolate chip pancakes and all the bacon they can eat! And we always appreciate Frank's clean up as he mops us out the door!
The mothers always feel special being served by such gracious guys and love to choose a special purse. The Kids always enjoy the chocolate chip pancakes and all the bacon they can eat! And we always appreciate Frank's clean up as he mops us out the door!
Mother's Day Purse & Toiletries Drive- May 7, 2015
On Thursday, May 7th, volunteers from the Women's club got together at Pam Clement's home to sort out the donations of purses and toiletries that will be distributed at Faith House on Mother's Day- along with a brunch prepared by another team of volunteers. There were over 100 purses donated along with many full size toiletries and three bins of hotel and sample size toiletries.
The purse packing team included Jo-Ann O'Berne, Claudia Thompson, Brenda Giman, Denise Wysocki, Cindy Hart, Claire Warchol, Yvonne Gatlin, Vesta Demester, Marcia Jarvis, Janet June and Donelyn Casad.
The purse packing team included Jo-Ann O'Berne, Claudia Thompson, Brenda Giman, Denise Wysocki, Cindy Hart, Claire Warchol, Yvonne Gatlin, Vesta Demester, Marcia Jarvis, Janet June and Donelyn Casad.
Crisis Room Upgrades April 23, 2015
We had four maintenance staff here assembling the new beds and removing the old furniture today. Here is a sneak peak of what it looks like. It is taking some coordination to get this done because we have families in all the rooms. As Sandy and I were making the beds, we wondered out loud how many women and children will find peace and comfort in these beds... it's funny when you think about how therapeutic a bed can be for clients who sleep in them and the staff who make them.We plan on finishing the rooms tomorrow and hanging the art. I'll send you pictures when we are done. Just want you all to know that we are so grateful for all your support and the joy it brings.
Corks for a Cause- 2015
Many thanks to all who attended the fifth annual Corks for a Cause fundraiser sponsored by the Trilogy at Vistancia Women’s Club and A New Leaf’s West Valley Advisory Council and hosted by Blackstone Country Club on Sunday, March 22nd. Over 280 guests were treated to fabulous food and specially-selected wines and then to the music of A Touch Of Gray. The setting was lovely, the food and wine outstanding. Kudos to the management and staff of Blackstone Country Club and the 50+ Women’s Club members and their spouses and A New Leaf staff members who volunteered their time to make the event extra special.
Special thanks to our sponsors and to all who donated items for the silent auction and all the volunteers and guests who bought tickets and attended. Because of their support, the Women’s Club and A New Leaf's West Valley Advisory Council was able to provide over $25,000 to Faith House, the shelter for victims of domestic violence.
Special thanks to our sponsors and to all who donated items for the silent auction and all the volunteers and guests who bought tickets and attended. Because of their support, the Women’s Club and A New Leaf's West Valley Advisory Council was able to provide over $25,000 to Faith House, the shelter for victims of domestic violence.
Easter at Faith House- March 28, 2015
On Saturday March 28, 2015, the Easter Bunny and his helpers went to Faith House to entertain the mothers and children and provide a bit of normalcy for these families.
There were treats, stories, games, cookie decorating and lots of hugs from the Easter Bunny.
The Easter Bunny, Dave Folsom, was assisted by bunny helpers Jane Folsom, Linda Heining, Cindy Hart, Diane and Ken Anderson, plus Mike and Tammy Kelly.
There were treats, stories, games, cookie decorating and lots of hugs from the Easter Bunny.
The Easter Bunny, Dave Folsom, was assisted by bunny helpers Jane Folsom, Linda Heining, Cindy Hart, Diane and Ken Anderson, plus Mike and Tammy Kelly.
CHRISTMAS at Faith House- December 2014
This snowman wreath was donated to the
Faith House preschool by Trilogy resident Carol Drum!!
The kids love it!!
Faith House preschool by Trilogy resident Carol Drum!!
The kids love it!!
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For our story time activity today, December 10th, the children decorated gingerbread boys and then put them and other candy ornaments on a Christmas Tree for their preschool.Tammy Kelly and Candy Van Camp helped with the project as well. Such fun was had by all and the kids enjoyed eating one of their cookies- the other went on the tree.
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Faith House Library and Computer Upgrade- Final Result- October 2014
The Trilogy at Vistancia Women's club donated the proceeds from last year's Holiday Home tour to Faith House to upgrade their library and add a computer center.
Here is a photo of the final result!!
From the left in photo below:
Gina Wojciechowicz- Member, West Valley Advisory Council for A New Leaf
Rosalie Hernandez- Faith House Program Manager for Faith House
Pam Clements- Member, West Valley Advisory Council for A New Leaf and TAVWC Charity Liaison
Christine O'Brien- Program director for Faith House
Here is a photo of the final result!!
From the left in photo below:
Gina Wojciechowicz- Member, West Valley Advisory Council for A New Leaf
Rosalie Hernandez- Faith House Program Manager for Faith House
Pam Clements- Member, West Valley Advisory Council for A New Leaf and TAVWC Charity Liaison
Christine O'Brien- Program director for Faith House
Tailgate Party- October 7, 2014
On Tuesday, October 7th, the Women's Club co-hosted a Tailgate Party for the families at Faith House. The TAVWC team and spouses prepared BBQ-ed hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fixin's and the Cardinals Football team provided entertainment-a special visit by team member Lorenzo Alexander and his adorable son along with four of the cheerleaders and Big Red!! The hit of the afternoon was an enormous blow-up goal post set up for kids to try their luck throwing and kicking footballs into the target. Great fun had by all!! One mother summed it up by saying, "it's so nice to know that someone cares".
TAVWC helpers- Gina Wojciechowicz and Julius Shore, Tammy and Mike Kelly, Denise Wysocki and Pam Clements. We especially appreciated the guys for their cooking skills and heavy lifting!!
TAVWC helpers- Gina Wojciechowicz and Julius Shore, Tammy and Mike Kelly, Denise Wysocki and Pam Clements. We especially appreciated the guys for their cooking skills and heavy lifting!!
Sheet Set Delivery!- September 13, 2014
On September 13th, the ice cream team( see below) delivered the sheet sets that the Trilogy Women's club agreed to purchase and donate. We delivered 64 sheet sets and 6 crib sheets. There were special sheets for the mothers and teens as well as really cute sets for the younger children- princesses and dinosaurs.
Special thanks to the Women's Club Board for approving the purchase of much needed linens and to Lynn Bailey for her shopping expertise. We cleaned out three Ross stores of all their twin size sheet sets!! Wal-Mart was the source for the final sets. And a special note, the sales clerk that rang up the purchases at Wal-Mart had many years ago been a resident at Autumn House ( the other A New Leaf DV shelter ) ! Her story was heartwarming ! She truly made my day!!
Special thanks to the Women's Club Board for approving the purchase of much needed linens and to Lynn Bailey for her shopping expertise. We cleaned out three Ross stores of all their twin size sheet sets!! Wal-Mart was the source for the final sets. And a special note, the sales clerk that rang up the purchases at Wal-Mart had many years ago been a resident at Autumn House ( the other A New Leaf DV shelter ) ! Her story was heartwarming ! She truly made my day!!
Ice Cream Social for Faith House- September 13, 2014
On September 13, members of the Women's Club's Faith House Committee served ice cream and treats to the families at Faith House. The kids loved being able to decorate scoops of ice cream with candy and cookies, chocolate syrup, and lots of whipped cream!
The group included Tammy Kelly, Yvonne Gatlin, Gina Wojciechowicz, Carol Riebli, and the two ice cream scoopers, Jerry Clements and Julius Shore-- and Pam Clements (the supervisor and photographer). Special thanks to Jo-Ann O'Beirne for baking yummy sugar cookies for the party and Claudia Thompson for helping with the shopping for the ice cream cups and decorations which were also a big hit!!
The group included Tammy Kelly, Yvonne Gatlin, Gina Wojciechowicz, Carol Riebli, and the two ice cream scoopers, Jerry Clements and Julius Shore-- and Pam Clements (the supervisor and photographer). Special thanks to Jo-Ann O'Beirne for baking yummy sugar cookies for the party and Claudia Thompson for helping with the shopping for the ice cream cups and decorations which were also a big hit!!
School Supplies Drive- July & August 2014
This year's School Supplies Drive was the most successful yet! Thanks to the generosity of Trilogy residents, the Women's Club collected enough school supplies and monetary donations to purchase and fill 36 backpacks and treat bags for the children at Faith House. Even the babies received a treat bag with a bib, sippee cup and book. Preschoolers received small backpacks with coloring books, crayons and treats. The school age children at Faith House were treated to backpacks filled with all the necessary supplies to get a good start on their school year. And for the children that come to Faith House during the school year, there will be extra backpacks just for them.
Packing backpacks were Marcia Jarvis, Dale Granoff, Yvonne Gatlin, Tammy Kelly, Claudia Thompson, Lynne Peterson and Pam Clements.
Delivering backpacks were Tammy and Mike Kelly plus Pam and Jerry Clements.
Thank you Trilogy residents from the staff and families at Faith House!!
Packing backpacks were Marcia Jarvis, Dale Granoff, Yvonne Gatlin, Tammy Kelly, Claudia Thompson, Lynne Peterson and Pam Clements.
Delivering backpacks were Tammy and Mike Kelly plus Pam and Jerry Clements.
Thank you Trilogy residents from the staff and families at Faith House!!
FAITH HOUSE COMPUTER LAB WORK DAY- JULY 12, 2014
Working with the Faith House director, Christine O'Brien, Gina Wojciechowicz coordinated the activity and helpers. They removed bookcases, painted walls, and assembled the computer and printer tables to make the library into a new computer lab. Thanks to the Women's Club donation for the proceeds from the Holiday Home Tour !! Thanks to you generous Trilogy residents and thanks to all the helpers!!
Jo-Ann's Treats for Preschool
Thanks to Jo-Ann O'Beirne, the children in the preschool get to have extra special treats for story time! Jo-Ann prepares these special goodie bags each month as well as for special holiday parties and all the kids really look forward to them!
Thank You Cards from Faith House- May 2014
The families at Faith House send their heartfelt thanks to all who contribute to the various activities and all the donations the Women's Club provide from BBQ's and holiday parties to Mother's Day Brunch, especially for the purses and toiletries that are distributed during the brunch.
Trilogy Women's Club Honored
On April 23, 2014, the Trilogy Women's Club was honored at an appreciation luncheon hosted by A New Leaf. We are their Volunteer Group of the Year and were awarded a plaque commemorating our contributions- both money and volunteer time! Thanks to Trilogy residents for supporting the Holiday Home Tour and the Corks for a Cause events, we were able to make a substantial contribution to Faith House to be used for library improvements and new computers. Accepting the plaque from Mike Hutchinson, Chairman of the Board of A New Leaf- Pam Clements and Darlene Scott.
Mother's Day Brunch- May 2014
On Mother's Day, Carol and Frank Riebli, Dan and Kay Wick, Claudia and Jim Thompson, Jerry and Pam Clements got up extra early to prepare and serve a special Mother's Day breakfast to 20 moms and 35 children. Frank, Dan, Jim and Jerry cooked and served pancakes, ham, scrambled eggs, hash brown casserole, cinnamon rolls, watermelon, sparkling apple juice and orange juice. The guys even washed all the pots and pans and cleaned and mopped!! Great guys!! And special thanks to Lynn Bailey for doing the Costco run!!
We then distributed the purses and toiletries and special treat bags with Spiderman and princess toothbrush kits for the children. Thanks to Cheryl Ready for the Dr. Seuss and backpack bags and Kay Wick for the toothbrush kits!!
They were a big hit! The moms always love "shopping" for the perfect handbag. So many purses- such a tough decision!!
Thank you to the Women's Club and Trilogy residents for their generosity!!
We then distributed the purses and toiletries and special treat bags with Spiderman and princess toothbrush kits for the children. Thanks to Cheryl Ready for the Dr. Seuss and backpack bags and Kay Wick for the toothbrush kits!!
They were a big hit! The moms always love "shopping" for the perfect handbag. So many purses- such a tough decision!!
Thank you to the Women's Club and Trilogy residents for their generosity!!
Purses & Toiletries Drive- May 2014
On May 8th, Brenda Giman, Lynn Baily, Diane Anderson, Kay Wick, Linda Heining, Karol Garfall, Lynn Peterson, Tammy Kelly, Marlane Holtshouse, Claudia Thompson, and Cheryl Ready got together at Pam Clement's house to sort and pack the purses with the toiletries that had been donated by Trilogy residents. Rita Woodfield and Bev Bernstein had been collecting donations from the big pink bin in the library for several weeks. So many purses and toiletries were donated!! Thanks to all who contributed!! Such fun and such a great cause for the mother's and children at Faith House!!
Easter Party- April 2014
On Saturday April 12, 2014, Trilogy residents Dave and Jane Folsom, Kenny and Diane Anderson, Denise Wysocki, Denise Carty and Linda Heining went to Faith House to host an Easter party for the residents. They entertained 22 children and seven mothers.
Again the hit of the party was the Easter Bunny (aka Dave Folsom).
The kids decorated cookies, made Easter masks, got Easter tattoos, had a relay race, played games and had a story time.
The the finale- find the bunny where the children followed bunny footprints to the library where they found the Easter Bunny and received their treat bags.
A great time was had by all !!
The kids decorated cookies, made Easter masks, got Easter tattoos, had a relay race, played games and had a story time.
The the finale- find the bunny where the children followed bunny footprints to the library where they found the Easter Bunny and received their treat bags.
A great time was had by all !!
Faith House BBQ- March 2014
On March 26th , the families at faith house were treated to hamburgers, hot dogs, Jane's famous chicken drummies, beans, potato salad, chips, and cupcakes.
The BBQ helpers were ( left to right): Rick Wysocki, Jane Folsom, Denise Wysocki,
Cheryl Ready, Leslie Holcombe, Dave Folsom, Tom Ready
Cheryl Ready, Leslie Holcombe, Dave Folsom, Tom Ready
Corks for a Cause- January 2014
On January 19th, the Trilogy Wine club and Women's Club in conjunction with the West Valley council for a New Leaf hosted a wine and food paring fundraiser. Attendees enjoyed six wines along with fabulous small bites to complement the wines. The appetizers and desserts were provided by the Cafe Solaz chef, Robert Kilgallon, and were both creatively presented and delicious. Great raves for the food and wine! Topping off the event were a silent auction, raffle, contest and music and dancing provided by a Touch Of Gray.
Trilogy Players Singers Perform at Faith House- December 2013
On Dec. 4th, a group of Trilogy Players singers went to Faith House to sing Christmas carols and songs for the families. Frosty the Snowman was a HUGE hit. Good times were had by the group and especially appreciated by the families. The Trilogy Women’s Club provided the treats to conclude the evening. Many thanks to singers Terry Baird, Norm Lifshutz, Karen Grant, Lee Beatrice (Frosty), JoAnne Conner, Bill Conner, Merle Harlan, Lynn Beare, Geri Pulito, Wanda Schodt, Jan Crawford, Donna Lomax, and Jill Ehlen. Bravissimo!
Trick or Treat Time at Faith House- October 2013
Cupcake and Treat Bag helpers
Jo-Ann O’Beirne – bakes the cupcakes, searches for special treats, helpers decorate.
What fun to deliver these special goodie bags for the kids at Faith House!
Jo-Ann O’Beirne – bakes the cupcakes, searches for special treats, helpers decorate.
What fun to deliver these special goodie bags for the kids at Faith House!
Claudia Thomson, Karrie Miller, Marcia Jarvis, Jo-Ann O’Beirne, and Jane Folsom
Dress up Time for the Preschool
The preschool director asked if we could provide some dress up costumes such as firemen, policemen, doctors, a princess, but especially anything with capes! It seems that doctors are interesting but superman is extra special!!! Not only did we provide the policemen, doctors, firemen and princesses; they especially loved the batman and superman and dinosaur costumes – with capes and masks. The girls loved the princess and bride outfits. What a kick we had with the policemen handcuffing their teachers and putting them in jail!
Special treats for Halloween were prepared by Jo-Ann O’Beirne.
*Note that children of staff members can have their photos taken but special care must be taken with resident children to protect their privacy.
Special treats for Halloween were prepared by Jo-Ann O’Beirne.
*Note that children of staff members can have their photos taken but special care must be taken with resident children to protect their privacy.
Words from Faith House Moms
The Women’s Club touches so many with our activities supporting Faith House families. In return, we receive special personal thank you notes from residents and staff along with the feeling of helping families in need.
Thank You Vistancia Girl Scout Troop 2075
To earn a merit badge, these girl scouts are supporting the children at Faith House by providing children’s clothing. Working within the Vistancia family community, the girls collected two full car loads of much needed clothing for Faith House kids. They also learned about domestic violence and how it affects families – even within their community. Thanks go to Troop 2075 and their leader, Tracy Thompson!
School Supplies For Faith House
We'd like to offer heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the Women’s Club backpack drive for the children at Faith House (the shelter for victims of domestic violence). Once again, Trilogy residents stepped up and gave generously. Because of your contributions, we are able to deliver backpacks filled with school supplies to every child at Faith House, as well as a few extras for children who arrive at the shelter during the year.
It is so important for these children to have something special of their very own to start school with when they are in such a difficult situation!
Thank you for helping the Trilogy Women’s Club help the families at Faith House. You are Helping Families… and Changing Lives!
It is so important for these children to have something special of their very own to start school with when they are in such a difficult situation!
Thank you for helping the Trilogy Women’s Club help the families at Faith House. You are Helping Families… and Changing Lives!
Corks for the Cause- 2013
Our annual Corks for the Cause owes it success to the participants and coordinators!
Mother's Day Brunch- May 12, 2013
Many thanks to these fabulous volunteers who helped honor the Faith House moms!
Purse Drive- 2013
As said in the movie Steel Magnolias, " "The only thing that separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize." While said tongue-in-cheek by Olivia Dukakis, your generosity brightened the day for Faith House's Steel Magnolias. Many thanks to those who contributed purses and personal items, and to those who prepared them for delivery.
The Easter Bunny Visits Faith House- 2013
With the help of our wonderful Trilogy volunteers, the Easter Bunny brought baskets and smiles to the children of Faith House!
The April BBQ 2013
Good times, good food and great volunteers!
