Beeville Bee-Picayune | May 8, 2019
BEEVILLE – Mike and Marlene Juranek received the keys to their new home Tuesday, April 30, 20 months after the landfall of Hurricane Harvey. The celebration was made possible through the combined efforts of the Coastal Bend Disaster Recovery Group (CBDRG), BCFS Health and Human Services, and a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield.
The Progress | April 27, 2019
The Three Rivers Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to work with BCFS in administering the district’s prekindergarten program. The program will serve prekindergarten students who are 3 and 4 years old.
Abilene Reporter | April 26, 2019
Three services, at times to fit all schedules, are scheduled in Abilene next week in observance of the National Day of Prayer.
BCFS Health and Human Services – Abilene
When: 7:30 – 9 a.m. Thursday
Where: Mabee Athletic Complex, Hardin-Simmons University
Super Channel 12 | April 25, 2019
By: Hervey Sifuentes
Del Rio, TX – The members of the Community Health Improvement Coalition met to kick-start this new project. Those present for the meeting were representatives from different health agencies, such as the Texas Department of Health, BCFS Health and Human Services, City Health Department, the same local hospital, among others.
Del Río, Texas.– Con la finalidad de hacer los preparativos para la conferencia que presentarán sobre salud mental en el mes de octubre, los integrantes de la Coalición de Mejoramiento de la Salud de la Comunidad se reunieron para dar arranque a este nuevo proyecto.
También estuvieron presentes representantes de diferentes agencias de salud, como el Departamento de Salud del Estado de Texas, BCFS Health and Human Services, Departamento de Salud de la Ciudad, del mismo hospital local, entre otros.
Super Channel 12 | April 23, 2019
Por: Hervey Sifuentes
Del Río, Texas.– Autoridades estatales, del Condado de Val Verde y de la Ciudad, firmaron la proclamación del “Mes Nacional de la Prevención del Abuso Infantil” para crear conciencia en esta población sobre cómo proteger y ayudar a los menores de edad.
La ceremonia se llevó a cabo en el Texas Community Bank, Community Hall, donde estuvieron presentes el personal del BCFS Health and Human Services-Del Rio, quienes organizan este evento cada año para ayudar a reducir el número de abusos contra menores de edad.
Del Rio, Texas.- State authorities, Val Verde County and the City, signed the proclamation of the “National Month of Prevention of Child Abuse” to raise awareness in this population on how to protect and help minors.
The ceremony was held at the Texas Community Bank, Community Hall, where the staff of the BCFS Health and Human Services-Del Rio, who organize this event every year to help reduce the number of abuses against minors, were present.
Del Rio News – Herald | April 24, 2019
Children are vulnerable to many things, physically, mentally and emotionally. When organizations get together for the sake of the children, it is to address the concerns revolving around said children and how to better their situation.
Tuesday, the BCFS Health and Human Services-Del Rio hosted the Val Verde County Proclamation Ceremony to promote awareness and speak out against child abuse in Val Verde County for National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Youth from BCFS Health and Human Services-San Antonio’s Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) program took part in a fashion show promoting personal style and professionalism at the Granberry Hills Event Facility on the northeast side of San Antonio, Texas.
“We have held this event for several years now and think it’s very important for the professional development of the young people we serve. The students always show a lot of confidence, and it is such a joy watching them blossom and taking ownership when it comes to their future success.,” said Celeste Garcia, Executive Director of BCFS Health and Human Services’ Community Services Division.
Sofia Gayou, a Learning Development Professional and the speaker for the evening, offered tips on first impressions and professionalism in action. “When I walked up here, it only took you seven seconds to make a judgement about me,” said Sofia. Her advice was aimed at making an impact on a future employer that would last well after the interview was done.
Sofia reminded attendants that the vast majority of communication is nonverbal. Just as dressing professionally is important for making a great impression, equally important are your tone, posture, and gestures.
Sofia then asked youth to write down a list of attributes they felt described them – the attributes that they wanted to define their professional lives – and challenged the youth to put energy into making that list a real representation of who they are and how they present themselves.
After hours of getting dressed, made up, and running through dress rehearsal, it was time to begin the show. Outside, the sun passed behind the horizon. The lights in the main hall dimmed down and the music hit a rhythm worth walking to. A pair of spotlights centered on the small, curtained entrance at the back end of the room. The walkway in the center was waxed, flanked by the audience on both sides; ready for the night’s participants to display their best professional attire.
The youth went through two rounds of showcase, the first casual and the second formal wear. Between the two rounds, a few local celebrities made guest appearances on the runway, including Miss San Antonio, Miss Black Texas, and Toddler Miss BRP USA.
At the end of the show, each of the youth were handed a bouquet of red roses. Several of the dresses and suits worn by the youth were donated to them to take home, adding to the box of professional tools from which they can fashion their future.
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Super Channel 12 | April 22, 2019
By: Hervey Sifuentes
Del Río, Texas.– Se invita a la comunidad a participar en la firma de la proclamación del “Mes Nacional de Prevención del Abuso Infantil” que se llevará a cabo en el Texas Community Banck, Community Hall, mañana en punto de las 10:30 de la mañana.
Este evento es organizado por BCFS Health and Human Services-Del Rio, quienes durante todo el año están haciendo programas y actividades para promover la seguridad de los niños, como también para buscar involucrar a la comunidad y ayuden a lograr el objetivo.
Del Rio, Texas.– The community is invited to participate in the signing of the proclamation of the “National Month of Prevention of Child Abuse” that will be held at the Texas Community Bank, Community Hall, tomorrow at 10 o’clock: 30 in the morning.
This event is organized by BCFS Health and Human Services-Del Rio, who throughout the year are doing programs and activities to promote the safety of children, as well as to seek to involve the community and help achieve the goal.
Goliad Advance – Guard |
mysoutex.com | April 18, 2019
GOLIAD/REFUGIO – BCFS Education Services now is enrolling children for the 2019-20 school year for the Head Start program in Goliad and Refugio.
When applying for the Head Start program parents must provide child’s birth certificate, immunization record, 1040, W2 or previous month’s pay stub that includes Y-T-D and proof of residency.
There was a sense of excitement at Breckenridge Village of Tyler as BVT residents and day-program participants prepared for A Night to Shine, an international formal affair presented by the Tim Tebow Foundation. In 2018, the foundation brought its formal event to Tyler’s Grace Community Church, who blessed BVT with an invitation to don evening gowns and tuxedos for a special dinner and dance.
A room in the BVT chapel was transformed into a salon, where, from their stylists’ chairs, BVT residents Deborah and Tammy spotted the camera and were quick to raise an eyebrow and flash a smile. With her hair done just right, Tammy offered a head-to-toe pose for the full effect of the evening’s ensemble and featured accoutrements.
In an adjacent building on the BVT campus, freshly groomed and shaven gentlemen lounged in formal wear. When word came, they rose from their seats, buttoned and straightened their boutonnieres and jackets, and strode confidently to greet their companions for the evening.
Guests were ushered into two elegant stretch limousines and driven to a red carpet welcoming the affair’s most esteemed guests. Bulbs flashed as each guest sauntered down the crimson path, pausing in the splashes of light, clutching their decorative wraps and coats, formal defense for an East Texas February chill.
Bulbs flashed as each guest sauntered down the crimson path, pausing in the splashes of light, clutching their decorative wraps and coats, formal defense for an East Texas February chill.
Inside, the church wore the glitz and glamour of a gala. Balloons floated above tables where friendly and attentive volunteers welcomed the party’s new arrivals. Ahead of the sign-in table, a colorful array of food and drink to energize attendees for dancing, karaoke singing, and a special message from the event’s lead advocate, Tim Tebow.
In the main ballroom, the music fell, and the public address announcer asked for everyone’s attention. As Tebow’s projected image appeared, the crowd erupted in jubilant applause. His message – that God sees each one of us as a king or a queen. As the message concluded, volunteers produced gleaming crowns and sparkling tiaras for the partygoers, generating the broad smiles that reflect the presence of the King of Kings in the hearts of all Christ’s children.
