Page 14 - Stuart Exposure - July '24

Page 14, Stuart Exposure

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Helping People Succeed looks like today. Samuel McIntosh stole the show with own personal story and closing with what our future
his testimonial of support from Helping People Succeed.
holds. Mary Kay Buckridge was honored as the most
Celebrates 60 Years! Bliss Browne, former board chair, shared with the group long-standing volunteer in the room.
her passion behind the mission and Heidi Bosley, chair The heart of Helping People Succeed is reflected in
Submitted by Glenna Parris of the Governing Board, captured the audience with her the successes of the people who are served. The newborn
60 years ago, Helping People Succeed was founded who thrives from a solid foundation and safe environment,
by a group of parents wanting more for their sons and the student who is at risk of expulsion and graduates high
daughters who had disabilities. Little did they know school, the smile on the face of a person with a disability
that six decades later Helping People Succeed would be when he lands a job and receives his first paycheck.
celebrating all of their accomplishments and dreams. Since its inception, Helping People Succeed has changed
Nearly 100 guests gathered in May to celebrate Helping the trajectory of thousands of lives leading to a path of
People Succeed’s 60 years of good works, volunteerism confidence and well-being.
and philanthropy. This celebratory event was graciously Helping People Succeed is proud and honored to be
hosted by Jeanine Webster and Mel Nobel. celebrating 60 years of service to the community and is
The venue was the headquarters in Jensen Beach and thankful for their support of its mission: Helping People
was elegantly decorated reflecting the 60th year theme. Succeed transforms lives through education, counseling,
A large historical snapshot was displayed, and each training and employment. For more information, contact
guest marked their place of entry of involvement of this Samuel McIntosh Bliss Browne Glenna Parris at (772) 320-0778.
meaningful nonprofit.
The speakers were magnificent! Senator Gayle Harrell
captured our history in a meaningful and educated way.
Helping People Succeed’s CEO Suzy Hutcheson did
a wonderful job with her overview of where Helping
People Succeed has been and what the organization

Kirsty Innis, Roseann Ryba, Christina McIntosh, Kim Dettori, Sally Kurts, Pat Hoshino, Otto Vitale, Bob Weissman,
Suzy Hutcheson sitting in front Marian Vitale

Patty and Fred Pollak, Celine Drouhard

Answer for
Crossword Puzzle Glenna Parris, Mary Kay Buckridge, Suzy Hutcheson, Gayle Harrell, Tom Mary Rose Bressman, Michael Borlaugh,

Mark Burton Campenni Heidi Bosley

MediCal Matters

Education Foundation said Corey Lovelace, chief executive officer at HCA
Of Martin County Helps Florida St. Lucie Hospital. “This will not only pave the
way for brighter futures but also contribute to a stronger,
Students Forge A Path In more diverse healthcare workforce along the Treasure
Coast and across the state of Florida.”
Healthcare For more information about the Career Pathways
to a Healthier Florida program, visit www.
The HCA Healthcare Foundation has awarded a $60,000 educationfoundationmc.org.
grant to the Education Foundation of Martin County, which For more information about the Education Foundation of
will lead to more healthcare career opportunities for local Martin County, please visit www.educationfoundationmc.org.
high school students. The grant is a $20,000 award per Visit hcacaring.org to learn more about HCA Healthcare
year for the next three years. Foundation.
Part of a statewide initiative called
“Career Pathways to a Healthier Florida,”
the program focuses on preparing students
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enhanced healthcare academy offerings.

“We are thrilled to receive this crucial
support, which enables us to address
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careers and inspire them to serve their
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Projects funded by this grant include
SELL YOUR HOME comprehensive curriculum materials,
Using the latest and most advanced equipment and supplies aligned with
healthcare industry certifications, vouchers
marketing technologies to cover certification exam fees for Tracee Hendershott, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, chief nursing officer;
students in need, and teacher stipends for Lex Lalicon, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, assistant chief nursing officer;
Call Jim at the coordination and implementation of Lana Barros, Martin County School District, director of Innovation and

772-341-2941 student work-based learning experiences. Choice; Dr. Jorge F. Gonzalez Jirau, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital; Corey
“As a healthcare provider deeply Lovelace, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, chief executive officer; Shaun

invested in the well-being of our Williams, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, board member; Lisa Rhodes,
Jim Weix, Broker Associate community, we are honored to support the Education Foundation of Martin County, executive director; Dr. Thomas
Education Foundation of Martin County Matese, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, board member; Rene Arteaga, HCA
309 SE Osceola St., Suite 204, Stuart in their mission to foster healthcare career Florida St. Lucie Hospital, board member. Photo by Education Foundation
opportunities for high school students,” of Martin County.