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Category | Programs & Services
May 16 2012
Meet SSG Lavaux
[Community Lifeline Center is highlighting its veterans programs throughout the month of May. This is the third installment in the series and focuses on how CLC serves our local veterans in need] SSG Lavaux came to Community Lifeline Center for help recently. He’s agreed to sharing his story as...No comments · Posted by christinehb in News, Programs & Services, Stories
May 7 2012
Hmmhh, What Does a Veteran Look Like?
[Community Lifeline Center is highlighting its veterans programs throughout the month of May.] Quick: picture a veteran and what comes to mind? A strapping, square-jawed combat ready Marine? A female naval officer in her starched summer white uniform? Or, perhaps a wheelchair-bound 80 year old...No comments · Posted by christinehb in CLC Staff, News, Programs & Services, Ways to Support CLC
May 1 2012
Local Businesses Are a Crucial Part of Veteran Support Services
[Community Lifeline Center will be highlighting its veterans programs throughout the month of May. This installment focuses on the many local businesses that provide services to our veterans] Community Lifeline Center was awarded a Texas Veterans Commission grant in 2011 to provide support to veterans,...No comments · Posted by christinehb in Lifeline Friends, News, Programs & Services, Ways to Support CLC
April 27 2012
Beat the Summer Heat! — Community Event, May 10
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April 27 2012
Always Better Together!
One of my favorite things I have the pleasure of doing each month is sharing a mission’s moment at the beginning of each board of directors meeting. This allows me the opportunity to share a story as well as speak to the mission of the organization. This particular story comes directly from one of...No comments · Posted by christinehb in CLC Staff, Lifeline Friends, Programs & Services, Stories, Ways to Support CLC
April 23 2012
Do you know someone that needs a window a/c unit or ceiling fan?
Community Lifeline Center is pleased to share that we may be able to assist families that are on a fixed or low income. Due to an energy efficiency grant from TXU Energy we are able to give away and install some wonderful energy efficiency items - to include weatherization kits, compact fluorescent...No comments · Posted by christinehb in News, Programs & Services
March 9 2012
March is Women Veterans Month in Texas
Sen. Jane Nelson authored a bill, subsequently approved in the 82nd Texas Legislature, designating March as Women Veterans Month in Texas. Starting now we officially commemorate and recognize female veterans for their service. Texas has the second highest number of female veterans in the nation: more...No comments · Posted by christinehb in News, Programs & Services
December 7 2011
Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop – Register Now!
An introductory workshop to help individuals understand the reality of life in poverty, the causes of poverty, and Dr. Payne’s insights into economic diversity. This material is vital for volunteers and community leaders who seek to partner with the people they serve in building a sustainable community. Topics...No comments · Posted by christinehb in News, Programs & Services
November 18 2011
It’s Time For Christmas Food Goodies
Purchase items from the list below and place in recyled bags with handles. Please include a greeting card and express your Christmas greeting. $15 to $20 Gift Card from an area grocery store for a family to purchase the meat of their choice (i.e. turkey, ham, chicken Biscuit Mix Corn Meal or Corn...No comments · Posted by christinehb in Programs & Services
November 1 2011
Without hesitation and in tears one couple ensured that four children wouldn’t be abandoned.
A grant from the Texas Veterans Commission is bringing a large number of veterans to Community Lifeline Center in McKinney. Veterans are trained to be self-reliant and self-sufficient, so the simple act of asking for help can be a major obstacle. But, for one, it was the only option he had left. Visibly...No comments · Posted by christinehb in Programs & Services, Stories
