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6th Annual SENIOR AWARDS LUNCHEON

Mission: To enrich lives

Thursday, September 28, 2017 Silent Auction - 10:30 a.m.

Luncheon and Program - 11:30 a.m.Forget Me Not Play - 1:30 p.m.

The Camby, Autograph Collection Hotel

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©2016 Southwest Airlines Co.©2017 Southwest Airlines Co.

Southwest Airlines® is dedicated to your community.Our mission is to make the connections that empower communities to thrive. Through our meaningful relationships, we proudly support your efforts in the many communities we call home. Whether in the air or the ground, we believe community is more than a place – it’s at the Heart of what brings us together.

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©2016 Southwest Airlines Co.©2017 Southwest Airlines Co.

Southwest Airlines® is dedicated to your community.Our mission is to make the connections that empower communities to thrive. Through our meaningful relationships, we proudly support your efforts in the many communities we call home. Whether in the air or the ground, we believe community is more than a place – it’s at the Heart of what brings us together.

To all—our sponsors, supporters, guests, and volunteers—welcome!

On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for joining us at the Gregory’s Fresh Market 6th Annual Senior Awards Luncheon. Your generosity has enabled Gregory’s Fresh Market to support the health and well being of seniors for the last seven years.

Today we gratefully honor the accomplishments of seniors and their residential service coordinators and celebrate GFM’s progress towards its mission to enrich lives. Diana Gregory’s Outreach Services (DGOS) is dedicated to the health, nutrition, and fitness of all Arizona seniors. More than 7,000 seniors residing in independent living facilities in the Greater Phoenix area have been served by GFM. You do make a difference!

GFM directly addresses the health disparities confronting under-resourced communities. We do it primarily through our mobile produce market, which operates in senior communities lacking easy access to healthy food. And our holistic approach also includes community organizing, advocacy, and education to increase senior awareness and acceptance of healthy food choices. Please join in congratulating this year’s honorees and their commitment to impacting communities. I look forward to greeting and thanking each of you for being an essential part of what we do: ensuring that no senior or veteran goes to bed hungry.

Sincerely,

Diana L GregoryPresident and CEO, Gregory’s Fresh Market Place, a division of Diana Gregory Outreach Services

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Welcome

P.S. All proceeds from the luncheon will be used to directly benefit senior nutrition and health. Overall, 99% of the funds GFM raises are spent solely on the selection and delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables. By visiting us online, learn more about our programs at www.dianagregory.com, on Facebook at Gregory’s Fresh Market Place and on Twitter @GFMP. Donors can also contribute through United Way by writing in Diana Gregory Outreach Services on their pledge form, or through their online pledging system to ensure the designation is directed accordingly.

Your contributions are tax deductible as we are a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.

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Special ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThanks to our luncheon sponsors.

Please support them. They made today’s luncheon possible.

The Official Airline of Diana Gregory Outreach Services Foundation

Presenting Sponsor

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Partners

Silver Sponsors

CARSTENSfamily funds

EST. 2001

CARSTENSFAMILYFUNDS.ORG

Peddler’s Son & Provisions | Triad West, Inc. | GoldStar Communications | ProjectCenter Business Document and Design Services | Media Partners: ABC15 & Arizona Informant | International Rescue Committee

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LUNCHEON PROGRAM

WELCOME Susan CasperCo-Host Sonoran Living, ABC15

INVOCATION Reverend David RaganSenior Vice President of Resident ServicesBeatitudes Campus

THE NATIONAL ANTHEM Ivan ThompsonSinger

TRIBUTE

PRESENTATION OF BERNANDO LAPALLO CENTENARIAN AWARD

Susan Casper

PRESENTATION OF TREASURES OF ARIZONA AWARD

Kenja Hassan Director, Cultural Relations & Special Projects Office of Government & Community EngagementArizona State University

PRESENTATION OF ADVOCACY AWARD Susan Casper

LUNCH AND RAFFLEREMARKS Diana Gregory

Founder, Diana Gregory Outreach Services

PRESENTATION OF LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Anna Maria Maldonado Director of Sales and Marketing, Care1st Health Plan of Arizona, Inc.

PRESENTATION OF OUTSTANDING FITNESS AWARD

Jackie Thompson Community Affairs & Grass Roots, Southwest Airlines

CLOSING REMARKS & INTRODUCTION OF FORGET ME NOT STAGE PLAY

Susan Casper

Immediately following the Senior Awards Luncheon will be a private showing of Garrett Davis’ national award-winning stage play, Forget Me Not. The play is sponsored by the Global Alzheimer’s Platform

Foundation and African Americans Against Alzheimer’s.

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Experience MattersMs. Jean Fairfax Sylvester Holmes William JonesDr. Aaron & Christy Brundage Carstens Family Funds William & Molly Norwood Wilma Davidson, Ed. D.Walter & Dr. Kay Oliver Sara Presler, JD Carlissa Henry

Robert Jackson Fine Art City of Avondale African American Women’s Giving & Empowerment Circle Southwest Prostate Cancer Foundation Phoenix Chapter, National Coalition of 100 Black Women Albertsons SafewaySRP AACC

William JonesDavid RaganMajerle’s Sports GrillRonald StokesJim DanielsLynn MurphyDinia JohnsonDr. Judy GreeneOD & Emery BurrEd SoiferMarge DayBob & Lesley StraussDr. Victoria Jones

Martelle Chapital-SmithIda ShowkierCarl DavenportDr. Josephine & Louis PeteHarold BerndRoz Bankston State Farm AgencyMary MitchellTrish GregoryConnie Wilson AlstonCarolyn BristoL. Elaine NealPeggy Austin

Thanks to the following organizations and people for sponsoring seniors.

Board of DirectorsDr. Vera Pitts | Sylvester Holmes | Peggy Austin | Christy Brundage | Archie Welch

ADVISORY BOARDConnie Robinson | Sara Presler | Art Hamilton | Bob & Joel Martin | Kimberly Oglesby

Rufus McClain

Wilma Osborne

Pete Weston

Daniella Maldonado

Bella Maldonado

Lynn Murphy

Grady Bailey

Connie Robinson

Dr. Josephine Pete

Louis Pete

Carol Casper

Richard Casper

Bob Martin

Joel Martin

Vicky Jones

Sara Presler

Melanie Albert

Carolyn Bristo

Charlene Marbs

Sherry McFadden

Carmen Shelton

Cynthia Chester

Joscelyn Hadson-Taylor

Janet Adams

Rickey Johnson

Joy Gibson

Myrtis Rollins

African American Forum (Employee Resource Group at State Farm)

April Brooks

Kim Higgins

Kisshell Wilson

Marlene Randall

Patricia Cook

Freddie Dobbins

Clottee Hammons

Rena Strohmeier

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Your support is appreciated throughout the year.

THANK YOUWe would like to give special acknowledgments and thanks for sponsorship and support of senior programs.

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A TRIBUTE TO MY UNCLE

DICK GREGORY

“One of the things I keep learning is that the secret of being happy is doing things for other people.”

- Dick Gregory2013 Senior Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Pioneering Comedian, Civil Rights Activist & Healthy Lifestyle Advocate

(1932-2017)

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Community Collaboration AwardLester Strong

Lifetime Achievement AwardDr. Pearl Tang

Dick Gregory Humanitarian AwardArcher-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen

Service Coordinator Advocacy Awards Amy McWilliams, Fellowship TowersBrenda Taylor, Broadway HouseGabriela Razo, Tolleson Senior Center

Outstanding Fitness AwardTao Porchon-Lynch

Senior Volunteer Awards James Soudriette, Beatitudes CampusHelen Lou Woody, Tanner Terrace

2015 AWARD RECIPIENTS

A Special Tribute

JERRYLEAN MACK VICKY MOE

Bernando LaPallo Centenarian Award

Ms. Lula Ransom, Amber Pointe

Ms. Mary Cook

Volunteer Service Award RecipientsDr. Kay Oliver

Dr. Josephine Pete

Wilma Osborne

Barbara Atkins

L. Elaine Neal

Dr. Gladys McGarey

Ms. Vicky Moe

2016 AWARD RECIPIENTS

2017 BERNANDO LAPALLO

CENTENARIANSAWARDED FOR SUCCESSFULLY LIVING A CENTURY OF

EXCELLENCE

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Community Collaboration AwardTed Palmisano, Peddler’s Son Produce

Lifetime Achievement AwardCentenarian Bernando LaPallo

Senior Volunteer Awards Centenarian Vicky Moe, Beatitudes Campus

Laurentius Zegers, Phoenix ManorJohn Geary, Sunnyslope Manor

Pioneer AwardsLedale Miles, Tanner GardensKathleen Good, Washington ManorDoris Hudson, Fillmore GardensDevieka Rajbansee, Sunnyslope ManorSonia Chavez, Pine TowersRosanne Schleifer, Maryvale Parkway Terrace

Advocacy Awards Debra Rapp, Stone Creek VillageCheryl Lang, Phoenix Manor

2012 AWARD RECIPIENTS

Lifetime Achievement AwardDick Gregory

Senior Volunteer Service Awards Maria Linda Alonzo, Desert West Senior Center

Louvie Gose, Manistee ManorDennis McGarry, Westward Ho

Centenarian AwardHilda Jones, Tanner Terrace

Advocacy Awards Angela Banks, Tanner TerraceMargaret Day, Manistee ManorLana Remers, Salvation Army Laura Danieli Senior CenterFran Watson, Westward HoSuAnne Williams, Beatitudes Campus

2013 AWARD RECIPIENTS

Community Collaboration AwardCloves C. Campbell, Jr.

Lifetime Achievement AwardDr. Gladys Taylor McGarey

Dick Gregory Humanitarian AwardCalvin C. Goode

Outstanding Fitness AwardErnestine Shepherd

Senior Volunteer Awards Iris Anderson, Tanner TerraceFred Burch, Washington Manor

Advocacy Awards Joe Montagna, National Church ResidencesDebbie Gallacher, Arizona Retirement Homes I and II

Yudi Cesar Artis, Broadway Terrace

2014 AWARD RECIPIENTS

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Leader, university president, visionary. Lattie F. Coor, Ph.D. Is a person who has always loved Arizona. Dr. Coor was born in Phoenix, the son of elementary educators in Avondale, where a school is named after his father. He received his undergraduate degree with honors from Northern Arizona University in 1958. Graduate school took him to Washington University in St. Louis, MO where he earned his Master’s and then Ph.D. in Political Science in 1964.

Dr. Coor became an assistant to the governor of Michigan and returned to Washington University to serve in several capacities, including that of University Vice Chancellor. At 39, he was named president of the University of Vermont where he served from 1976 until 1989. The Arts and Sciences Administration Building has been named for him in recognition of his many accomplishments there.

In 1990, he returned to his beloved Arizona as president of Arizona State University. His leadership and vision led the way for ASU to be named a Research I university by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1994. A capital campaign under Dr. Coor’s leadership raised more than $500M, creating the opportunity to expand university programs and campuses. He believes that his most valuable achievement while at ASU was improving the quality of undergraduate education. In 2004 ASU built the Lattie F. Coor Hall on the main campus in his honor.

In 2002, he retired as president of ASU and is now President-Emeritus, Professor and Ernest W. McFarland Chair in Leadership and Public Policy, an honor he is especially proud of.

TREASURES OF ARIZONA AWARD

DR. LATTIE & ELVA COOR

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Arizona Blue Cross/Blue Shield and other community-based organizations and businesses have welcomed his involvement in the Phoenix area, and he has built many enduring relationships through his activity with them and has received many awards as a reflection of his efforts from such diverse groups as the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Greater Phoenix Urban League, American Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League, and the Phoenix Community Alliance.

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Volunteer, communicator, optimizer, campaigner. And more. Arizona native, Elva Wingfield Coor grew up on a dairy farm and ranch in the Verde Valley. “There”, she shares, “I learned the value of hard work and the power of people working together as a team to get things done.” She has been a team-builder ever since!

While attending Arizona State College in Flagstaff and Arizona State University, she became involved in politics, working for U.S. Senator Barry Goldwater. She co-chaired the Arizona committee for his presidential campaign, then organized get-out-the-vote campaigns for congressional, gubernatorial, and city council candidates. Along the way, she formed a friendship with now-retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Sandra Day O’Connor (a fellow cowgirl).

A divorce and raising three wonderful children led Elva to become the founder and CEO of messaging and communications businesses over 20 years, and eventually selling them prior to her marriage to then ASU president Lattie Coor. She was then charged with finding ways to bring the university and greater Phoenix together, leading to development of a project to increase the African American graduation rate, and the President’s Community Enrichment programs. That helped pave the way for the first major fundraising campaign at ASU and from which new projects evolved.

Known as the “optimizer,” she is credited with an ability to handle projects and shape their success. For example, she led the founding of O’Connor House that saved Sandra and John O’Connor’s adobe home from demolition. Working with the Justice, she formed Speak Out Arizona, which has evolved into engaging businesses, faith communities and individuals in community building to stimulate

volunteerism in schools while connecting elementary schools with resources needed to ensure children graduate from 8th grade ready for high school.

She served on committees such as the Phoenix Art Museum, Center for New Directions, Maricopa County Merit Commission, and the International Women’s Forum. Currently, she serves on several non-profit boards including the Central AZ Chapter of the AZ Historical Society, AWEE, Charter 100, AZ Chapter of Women Business Owners, Learning Disabilities Institute as well as local and national trade organizations, including being a member of ASU’s Women and Philanthropy.

Perhaps we should add the word “humorist” to describe Elva Coor, too. When she and Justice O’Connor were once asked to share their “cowgirl wisdom”—some created, some borrowed:

• Think big, work hard, and just do it.

• It isn’t the majority that rules. It’s the majority of those who show up.

• It’s better to keep one’s mouth shut and look stupid than open it and prove it.

• Ride like the wind; never look back. If you ain’t making dust, you’re eating it.

• And finally, don’t squat with your spurs on.

With a desire to give more back to his native state, Dr. Coor founded the Center for the Future of Arizona in 2002. As chairman and CEO, he leads a multi-year statewide effort to create a citizen’s vision for Arizona. The report, entitled, The Arizona We Want, based on the Gallup Arizona Poll, sets forth eight goals that Arizonans want in their future including education, job creation, civic engagement, and community involvement. “Our Center’s mission is to ensure we all commit to making it happen,” states Dr. Coor.

Lattie Coor and his wife, Elva, continue their love affair with Arizona through hiking, horseback riding, and cycling. In August 2008 they completed the 814 mile Arizona Trail from Mexico to Utah.

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Resolve, faith, and a strength uncommon to most and admired by many. These words barely begin to describe Dr. Donald R. Campbell.

One of nine siblings, he was born in Elizabeth, Louisiana, and his family moved to Arizona in 1945. At an early age , Campbell lost both his parents. When he was a teenager, he worked to support himself, saving enough to earn an associate degree from Phoenix College. Later, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Masters degree in Education from Arizona State University. Yet, he didn’t stop there. Continuing his graduate education at Arizona State University, Dr. Campbell received his Doctorate degree in Business Administration. Alongside these accomplishments, Dr. Campbell became the first African American to enlist in the Arizona Air National Guard and after 26 years retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Air Force.

These accomplishments are part of the picture of this man. There’s more to share about his awards and strong community presence:

• His community work spans over 15 years with the Arizona Project Challenge, a program under the auspices of the Arizona Air National Guard.

• He sat on several community boards including Roosevelt School District.

• Dr. Campbell was elected to the Governing Board of the Maricopa County Community College District in 1982 and served for 29 years as a board member.

• Dr. Campbell is a life member of the NAACP as well as an active board member for the Maricopa County chapter.

• Residing in South Phoenix, he volunteers with Mentor Kids USA at a local elementary school.

In addition to his work in the community, Dr. Campbell’s faith has always kept him involved with his local church, Southminster Presbyterian Church. Now a widower, he was married for 54 years to his wife, Doris. Together they suffered the loss of one son, Derek, when he was 13; later, a second tragedy struck the family when their other son Darren also passed away.

Dr. Campbell’s interests include traveling and not missing his daily workouts at the gym. In 2009, he authored a book entitled Tough Life? So What! A Memoir of One Man’s Achievements. Who could be more fitting to write it? Only a person with resolve, faith, and a strength uncommon to most—Dr. Donald R. Campbell.

ADVOCACY AWARD

DR. DONALD R. CAMPBELL

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Character, commitment, and engagement—to the community and to the nation. These words only begin to describe what Gregory Melikian stands for. The son of Armenian immigrant parents who fled the massacre of Christians during the Ottoman Empire to make a better life, Gregory Melikian’s own life showcases his own commitment to people across the globe.

In 1944-45, during World War II, he served as a telegraph radio operator and a young sergeant in France under General Dwight David Eisenhower’s command. It was Melikian who was chosen to announce the unconditional surrender of Germany and the end of World War II in Europe—at 3:30 a.m. on May 7, 1945. The original copy of the telegraph was donated by the Melikians along with ten other messages to the Arizona State University libraries.

Returning from war, he completed a law degree, enjoyed a successful career in real estate law in New York City, and became a civil night court judge there. In 1969 he and his wife of sixty four years, Emma Ordjamian Melikian, moved to Arizona. He helped the small Armenian community establish the Armenian Community Center, called Melikian Hall, of the

Armenian Apostolic Church of Arizona. The Melikian family continue to play a large role in the Armenian community throughout the southwest.

Gregory Melikian founded the commercial real estate firm, Great Western Realty, and devoted himself to the purchase and restoration of over a dozen historic properties in Arizona, including the iconic Hotel San Carlos in downtown Phoenix.

He also served as a board member of the Phoenix Symphony and Channel 8 KAET, and as president of the Arizona Opera Company in the 1980s. Additionally, he served as honorary commander of the 56th and 944th Fighter Wings at Luke Air Force Base for four years.

A generous benefactor of education and the arts, he established the Melikian Center at ASU (which all four of his children attended) in 1984. The Center serves as home for ASU’s Critical Language Institute and supports language training for those who may travel to dangerous places to train soldiers and foster understanding between cultures. The Center also supports a grant for a women’s leadership project in Armenia. In 2014, the formal opening of the Washington, DC office of the ASU Melikian Center took place. It provides language training and research relevant to United States national security in collaboration with the Department of Defense.

Among a multitude of civic and military honors and achievements, two especially stand out: In 2012, he received the highest decoration given in France—he was inducted as “chevalier” (knight) into the French Legion of Honor. Accepting the award, he said, “It is in honor for all veterans, especially those who did not make it home.” In 2013, he received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, given to those whose inspiration and achievements touch the lives of people everywhere. Well deserved.

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

GENERAL GREGORY MELIKIAN (Ret)

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Dancer, singer, and entertainment legend. All who have known him unanimously agree: Arthur Duncan was born to dance.

Often referred to as an “entertainer’s entertainer”, he performed in concert at both Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. His charm and talent captivated audiences at a time when tap dance was fading from Broadway and Hollywood. And he brought the art form to a brand new medium, allowing Americans across the nation to experience tap dance in their own homes through the wonders of television.

His television credits include guest appearances in Diagnosis of a Murder with Dick Van Dyke, Columbo with Peter Falk, The Phil Donohue Show, The Betty White Show, as well as being a regular on the weekly Lawrence Welk Show—for an incredible 18 years. Additionally, he performed in Las Vegas and was a featured personality in the movie Tap starring Gregory Hines and Sammy Davis, Jr. He toured with Tommy Tune in the Broadway show My One and Only and joined Bob Hope on several USO tours. Mr. Duncan even danced a high-spirited tap in a McDonald’s commercial.

While living abroad, Arthur Duncan spread his sophisticated footwork and wonderful songs all over Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Australia, always giving a stunning and dazzling show to his audiences. He is also a dedicated mentor and shares his spotlight experiences through lecture demonstrations and master tap classes.

It is little wonder that he was honored with the 2004 Flo-Bert Award for Lifetime Achievement of Tap Artistry in New York City, the 2005 Living Treasure in American Dance Award from Oklahoma City University, and an Honorary Doctor of Performing

Arts degree in American Dance from OCU as well.

On July 21, 2011, Arthur Duncan received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Chicago National Association of Dance Masters—joining the ranks of an elite list of only three individuals who have received this rare honor in the association’s hundred-year history.

One of the most entertaining performers of today, his seamless blend of song and dance continues to contribute significantly to the artistic legacy of dance and entertainment. He is a “dancing man” who continues to leave his footprints on the sands of time.

He sings a song while dancing, “Don’t mean a thing if you ain’t got that swing.” He certainly has it!

OUTSTANDING FITNESS AWARD

ARTHUR DUNCAN

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Congratulations to all the outstanding individuals

honored at the 6th Annual Senior Awards Luncheon!

Experience Matters applauds the work of Gregory’s Fresh Market in making fresh,

nutritious food available to all.

Join us in celebrating Diana Gregory at our 2017 Annual Fall Luncheon. As our inaugural Encore Impact Award Recipient, we recognize Diana for the remarkable contributions she is

making to our community.

Our Route to the FutureNovember 16, 2017

Camelback Inn12 Noon to 1:30 p.m.

experiencemattersaz.org/events

Experience Matters | 602.812.3939 | [email protected] | emaz.org

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Congratulations to all the outstanding individuals

honored at the 6th Annual Senior Awards Luncheon!

Experience Matters applauds the work of Gregory’s Fresh Market in making fresh,

nutritious food available to all.

Join us in celebrating Diana Gregory at our 2017 Annual Fall Luncheon. As our inaugural Encore Impact Award Recipient, we recognize Diana for the remarkable contributions she is

making to our community.

Our Route to the FutureNovember 16, 2017

Camelback Inn12 Noon to 1:30 p.m.

experiencemattersaz.org/events

Experience Matters | 602.812.3939 | [email protected] | emaz.org

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DGOSF appreciates the generous support of our donors.

GRAND PRIZE: Two Southwest Airlines roundtrip e-pass award certificates on Southwest Airlines published destinations

Raffle | SILENT AUCTIONITEMS PROVIDED BY THE FOLLOWING DONORS

Albertsons Safeway

APS

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club

Arizona Diamondbacks

Camby, an autograph collection Hotel

Cheesecake Factory

The Capital Grille

Capital Music Group

Denise Brice Walker Art

Desert Botanical Garden

Eddie V’s

Embassy Suites, Phoenix-Biltmore

Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Phoenix North

Hensley Beverage Company/Budweiser

Hillstone

Majerle’s Sports Grill

Phoenix Art Museum

Phoenix Suns

Phoenix Zoo

Renaissance Hotel, Downtown Phoenix

Robert Jackson Fine Art

Seasons 52

True Food Kitchen

Walgreens

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@ Gregory’s Fresh Market Place @ GFMP www.dianagregory.com

With the generous support of our sponsors and donors, we provide access to fresh

produce through on-site farmers markets, nutrition education and fitness programs.

Our mission is to enrich lives.

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Did you know?

• Alzheimer’s is the 5th leading cause of

death among women in the United States.

• Alzheimer’s is not just a women’s

health issue for older women—

it can strike women in their 50s.

• Alzheimer’s forces women to make

changes in their careers because of

their caregiving responsibilities.

• Alzheimer’s remains highly stigmatized

and its diagnosis is widely feared.

AfricanAmericansAgainstAlzheimersWeWontWait.org

Alzheimer’s disease is a health and economic threat to African American women.

Join us and

demand action

for a cure!

We’re here to help you make a difference.

Call or click: 602.381.1400 or www.azfoundation.org

THEPOWER

OF YOU.

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We’re here to help you make a difference.

Call or click: 602.381.1400 or www.azfoundation.org

THEPOWER

OF YOU.

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There’s no denying that life can be a real challenge at times. That’s why AARP continues its legacy of caring by combating hunger, helping people fight age discrimination, providing caregiver resources and helping people get back to work. Because when everyone reaches their full potential, society can reach its full potential. If you don’t think Real Possibilities when you think AARP, then you don’t know “aarp.”

See what we’re doing to help at aarp.org/phoenix

WHEN CARINGSTARTS,

POSSIBILITIESNEVER STOP.

Real Possibilities is a trademark of AARP.

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Beatitudes Campus is a life plan community and a not-for-profit ministry of the Church of the Beatitudes.

those who continue to further the vision for seniors in Phoenix. Congratulations to all Diana Gregory Foundation award recipients! We are grateful for your contribution to our community.

"Arizonans Concerned About Smoking (ACAS) seeks healthier smoke-free, e-cig chemical-free

air for all to share."

Perry [email protected]

(623) 777-1755www.nvpconsulting.com

Perry Consulting is a full service event and meeting planning

company specializing in nonprofit and corporate events

In addition to full event planning, Perry Consulting offers a wide variety of services for your event and meeting needs, including: • Strategic Event Design

• Auction Services including auction software

• Project Management

• Onsite Event Management

• Registration Staffing

• Volunteer Management

• And more!

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Beatitudes Campus is a life plan community and a not-for-profit ministry of the Church of the Beatitudes.

those who continue to further the vision for seniors in Phoenix. Congratulations to all Diana Gregory Foundation award recipients! We are grateful for your contribution to our community.

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Travel insurance is encouraged and available: www.extraotravel.com

Meridian Integrative Medicine offers• Traditional Chinese acupuncture• Restorative personal physical training• Lymphatic and medical therapeutic

massage• Low level Laser therapy for restorative

care and non invasive pain management• Verju (by Erconia) Laser for non-invasive

body contouring treatment

Kelly Hsu, M.D., DABMA, L.Ac.

Xinxin Wang, L.Ac.

Four Office LocationsScottsdale7400 E. McDonald Drive, Suite 105Scottsdale, Arizona 85016Phone: 480.330.6211

Chandler875 S. Dobson Rd.Chandler, AZ 85224Phone: 480.899.9400

Central Phoenix4250 E. Camelback Rd., Suite K205Phoenix, AZ 85018Phone: 480.330.6211

Ironwood Cancer & Research CenterBy appointment only Phone: 480.330.6211

Visit us online: www.drkellyhsu.comAnnalie Hahn, CFT

Angela Octave, LMT/drkellyhsu

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Meridian Integrative Medicine offers• Traditional Chinese acupuncture• Restorative personal physical training• Lymphatic and medical therapeutic

massage• Low level Laser therapy for restorative

care and non invasive pain management• Verju (by Erconia) Laser for non-invasive

body contouring treatment

Kelly Hsu, M.D., DABMA, L.Ac.

Xinxin Wang, L.Ac.

Four Office LocationsScottsdale7400 E. McDonald Drive, Suite 105Scottsdale, Arizona 85016Phone: 480.330.6211

Chandler875 S. Dobson Rd.Chandler, AZ 85224Phone: 480.899.9400

Central Phoenix4250 E. Camelback Rd., Suite K205Phoenix, AZ 85018Phone: 480.330.6211

Ironwood Cancer & Research CenterBy appointment only Phone: 480.330.6211

Visit us online: www.drkellyhsu.comAnnalie Hahn, CFT

Angela Octave, LMT/drkellyhsu

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Congratulations to the Recipients of the Diana Gregory Outreach Services

2017 Awards

Majerle's Sports Grill Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N Tatum Blvd Phoenix, AZ  85054

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Congratulations to the Recipients of the Diana Gregory Outreach Services

2017 Awards

Majerle's Sports Grill Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N Tatum Blvd Phoenix, AZ  85054

Congratulations

Diana Gregory For Your Outstanding Service to the Greater Phoenix Community

Books Authored by Kay Taylor Oliver ~ Available on Amazon

www.kaytoliver.com

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PROGRAMS & SERVICES

• Sponsor A Senior

• Farmers Markets

• Health Fairs

• Nutrition Education Workshops

• Salad Fests

• Physical Fitness

• Senior Awards Luncheon

• Produce bags for birthday celebrations or special events

• Singing Christmas carols with Living Spirit Music Ministers

• Nutrition for the Holiday (over 2,000 seniors receive bags of fresh produce)

• Nourishing Seniors

• Veggies for Veterans

• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

CALENDAR OF EVENTS January - December Farmers Markets

March Nutrition Month – Nutrition Education & Fitness programs

April Nutrition Education & Fitness programs

May Health Fairs

May – September Voter Education & Registration with Protecting Arizona’s Family Coalition

June & July Salad Fests

September Senior Awards Luncheon

October Nutrition Education & Fitness Programs

November & December Nutrition for the Holidays Over 2,000 seniors receive bags of fresh fruits and vegetables.

WE DISTRIBUTE OVER

34,670fruits &

31,579vegetables in over

6,500 VOLUNTEER HOURS

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ONECare salutes the Diana Gregory Outreach Services Foundation and awardees for your dedication and vital work to enrich the lives of seniors in our communities!

ONECare by Care1st Health Plan Arizona, Inc. is a Coordinated Care plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) in Maricopa and Pima Counties. This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Enrollment in ONECare depends on contract renewal. This information is available in other languages at no cost. Please call our Member Services number at 1-877-778-1855 (TTY: 711). Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week from October 1 through February 14. After February 14, your call will be routed to our after-hours service on weekends and holidays. Esta información está disponible en otros idiomas sin costo alguno. Por favor llame a nuestro Servicio para Miembros al 1-877-778-1855 (TTY: 711). El horario es de 8 a.m a 8 p.m., siete días de la semana desde el 1 de octubre al 14 de febrero. Después del 14 de febrero, las llamadas serán enviadas al servicio de después de horas durante los fines de semana y días festivos.

1-602-778-8340www.care1st.com/az

H5430_16_134_MK Accepted

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