Catholic Charities is expanding mental health services by adding a permanent counselor to each shelter in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Citrus counties. Tracy Hoffman, a […]
Category: Health, & Welfare
Odessa Teen Rides To Promote Disability Acceptance
Zachary Mitchell, a UCF student, will join Gear Up Florida, a cycling journey to advocate for empathy and acceptance of people with disabilities. The event, […]
Teen Survives Cardiac Arrest At School Thanks To Quick AED Use And CPR
A 13-year-old boy collapsed during gym class at Crews Lake Middle School and went into sudden cardiac arrest. Thanks to the quick action of school […]
Polio Survivor Seeks Help To Continue Therapy Dog Volunteer Work
William “Scott” Baggett, 71, is battling post-polio syndrome, which has progressively weakened his muscles and mobility. Despite his condition, he remains committed to giving back […]
Wheelchair Bound Man Finds Purpose With Therapy Dogs
A man who overcame polio and post-polio syndrome found new purpose training therapy dogs to help children in hospitals and schools. His dogs, LA and […]
Pasco County Firefighters Focus On Early Cancer Detection
Pasco County Fire Rescue is prioritizing early cancer detection for firefighters due to their high risk of developing certain cancers. Capt. Cody Compagni was able […]
Overcoming Polio Therapy Dogs Help Tampa Man Inspire Sick Kids
Scott Baggett, a Tampa native who survived polio and post-polio syndrome, now uses therapy dogs to help sick children navigate their illnesses. He shares his […]
Keystone Church Holds Comforting Blue Christmas Service
Keystone United Methodist Church in Odessa, Florida, held its first Blue Christmas service to support those grieving during the holidays. The service, led by Pastor […]
Pasco County’s Empowerment Room Supports Domestic Violence Survivors
Pasco County’s new Empowerment Room offers critical support to survivors of domestic violence. This dedicated space, opened by Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, provides shelter, legal aid, and […]
Fire Breaks Out In Spring Hill Home Due To Fireplace
A fire broke out in a Spring Hill home after a wood-burning fireplace was used to heat the house during cold temperatures. Investigators suspect the […]