Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. is the only nationally accredited, state-certified, full service domestic violence center serving Broward County.

Our mission is to provide victims of domestic violence with safe shelter, crisis intervention and resources, and to educate the community in order to Stop Abuse For Everyone (SAFE) through Intervention, Education and Advocacy.

We strive to accomplish this mission by offering services that include 24-hour crisis intervention through our hotline and emergency shelter, counseling and support for victims and their children at various locations throughout Broward County, as well as, education and professional trainings on domestic violence and related topics. Women In Distress currently operates a 62 bed emergency shelter with plans to expand to 100 beds in the winter of 2010, an outreach center (Jim & Jan Moran Family Center), and a thrift store (Blooming Sales). Women In Distress' programs and services are provided free of charge to families needing our services.

Donations

Contributions to Women In Distress provide a valuable source of support that impacts every aspect of the mission of Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. Whether your support comes from a direct donation or others ways including planning an event to benefit Women In Distress, organizing a donation drive, or donating your used cell phone, each way to support Women In Distress is helping save a family who has been affected by domestic violence.  ? ?Organizing a donation drive is one of the easiest ways to support Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. Gather your family, friends, scout troop, association, or office to collect much needed items. Women In Distress shelters more than 400 women and children each year and serves an additional 700+ for outreach services at our Jim and Jan Moran Family Center in Fort Lauderdale. Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of so many served at Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc.

Food Items:

Canned Goods (Tuna, Soup, Canned Meat, etc.)

Macaroni & Cheese (For Microwave)

Juice Boxes

Small Bags of Chips/Pretzels/etc.

Fruit

Granola/Fruit Bars  

Household Items:

Cleaning Supplies: Laundry Detergent, Bleach, Dish Soap, All-Purpose Cleaner, Sponges,

Sheets, Pillows, Towels, Paper towels and Toilet paper

Kitchen Items (Pots/Pans, Dishes, Cups, Flatware)

Personal Items:

Under Garments

Women Hygiene Products (Razors, Deodorant, Toothpaste, Sanitary Napkins, Tampons, etc.)

Diapers (All Sizes)  

Filled Brown Bags containing :(for our children in respite at the Jim and Jan Moran Family Center)

Juice Boxes

Fruit snacks

Granola/Fruit Bars  

Other Items:

Gift Cards to Publix, Winn Dixie, Target, Wal-Mart to assist the organization with the purchase of food and other items for the families residing at the shelter.

Drives:

• Back to School Drive: backpacks and school supplies
• Cell Phone Drives: Women In Distress' cell phone fundraiser program raises more than $30,000 annually through the collection and recycling of used cell phones, and through businesses and consumers who donate and recycle cell phones to benefit services to victims of domestic violence.
• Thanksgiving and Holiday Drive: turkeys, food baskets, new toys

For more information about how you can support Women In Distress to make a difference in the lives of so many, please contact Events and Partnerships Manager Courtney Holshouser 954-760-9800, ext. 1253.

Visit our website: www.womenindistress.org

The Ann Storck Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. Annually, the Center serves over 300 children and adults with physical and mental disabilities by focusing on discovering abilities and building independence.

Through a multitude of award winning and highly acclaimed programs and services, we foster learning, self-worth and independence for our students, residents and participants as well as their families and caregivers. 

The Developmental Training Program (DTP) provides individualized services for nearly 100 adults with severe and multiple disabilities. Activities focus on the likes, preferences and needs of each participant and are intended to support each participation in daily, meaningful, and valued routines. The Multiple Learning Experience consists of sensory engagement, self-advocacy, self-help and daily living skills development, self-expression, and micro-enterprise opportunities. DTP is in need of the following items: 

• Tile or flooring for the common area
• Outside picnic area with awning and tables
• Three 32 inch flat screen televisions with integrated DVD players
• One 46 inch flat screen television
• Three stereo systems / shelf stereos with CD players

Developmental Training Micro-Enterprise Program:

Participants are provided with training in a variety of areas which may include running the cash register, taking inventory, pricing items, stocking shelves, counting total sales, shopping for items to sell, and greeting and assisting customers.  These training opportunities help Participants learn the practical value of money, increase self-esteem and build on their existing strengths. The following items have been priced through Buy Rite Vending Company, but we are willing to accept donations of similar models from other locations. Model numbers and prices are included:

• Snack/Soda Combo Machine (Model – Genesis GVG 19-6, $2,900)
• Candy/Gumball Machine (Model – Triplevend Candy Shop CR Item #LY-ML1013C, $170)

We are also in need of a Slushy Machine similar to the following item found at www.webstaurantstore.com:

• Slushy Machine (Model – Bunn Ultra Item #234398000002, $1,430)

Developmental Training Program Art Room

The following items can be purchased from www.discountschoolsupply.com. Item numbers and prices are included:

• Four tabletop easels (Item #8wwgolly, $30 each)
• Paper Organizer (Item #8wwpaporg, $40)

The Art Program is also always in need of frames, canvases, paint (acrylic, tempura, and watercolor), brushes, construction paper, beads and jewelry making supplies, and other various arts and craft supplies. The Center would also accept gift cards to art stores (such as Pearl’s) to help us to purchase these much used items.  

Developmental Training Program Music Room

The following items can be purchased from www.discountschoolsupply.com. Item numbers and prices are included:

• Two packages of ten Wrist Bells (Item #wwjbellset, $30 each)
• Ten Jingle Sticks (Item #wwmjing, $6 each)
• Four Rain Sticks (Item #8wwrain, $17 each)

The following items can be purchased from www.westmusic.com. Item numbers and prices are included:

• Gathering Drum (Item #LK58401G, $470)
• Twelve Maracas (Item #200997, $20 each)
• Twelve Skin Maracas (Item #202867, $14 each)
• Congo Drum (Item #202968, $215)
• Bass Drum (Item #BH-0016-A1, $207)
• Paddle Drum (Item #201068, $118)
• Three wheelchair clips for paddle drums (Item #251633, $80 each)
• Twelve Tambourines (Item #202770, $6 each)

Developmental Training Program Sensory Stimulation Room

The following items can be purchased from www.flaghouse.com. Item numbers and prices are included:

• Floor Water Panels (Item #w7801, $930)
• Two Fiber-optic light spray (Item #w8371, $895 each)
• Interactive bubble tube (Item #w37595, $1,835)
• Sound light panel (Item #w37962, $2,325)
• Tactile panel (Item #w7433, $850)
• Two Gel wheelchair tray (Item #w37605, $100 each)
• Two Aroma diffuser (Item #w35400, $40 each)
• Two Lightening ball (Item #w6630, $40 each)
• Sensory stepping stones (Item #w37935, $46)
• Two Sparkling dome light (Item #8059, $20 each)
• Bubble mirror (#w3586, $215)
• Solar projector (Item #w8570, $929)
• Rotator for solar projector (Item #w8331, $103)
• Alternative effect wheel for solar projector (Item #w4816, $108)
• Alternative effect wheel for solar projector (Item #w8420, $75)
• Alternative effect wheel for solar projector (Item #w8477, $108)
• Alternative effect wheel for solar projector (Item #w37602, $75)

The Ann Storck Center is home to approximately 100 children and adults who are multiply disabled. Residents live in one of three houses on our main Fort Lauderdale campus, three homes at our Pembroke Pines Cluster, and four homes in neighborhoods across Fort Lauderdale and Plantation. Each home is staffed by quality, caring staff who provide for the diverse needs of our residents while providing a safe, comfortable, appropriate home environment. Our Residential Services are in need of the following items: 

• Wheelchair accessible vans to transport our residents to doctor appointments, school, shopping, recreational activities, and more
• Patio Furniture for Melrose Group Home
• Playground Equipment and sporting equipment for Phoenix House (Fort Lauderdale Campus)
• Kitchen Upgrade and Retrofit for resident use in Northwood (Pembroke Pines)
• Computers for resident use with switch activation devices
• Wheelchairs and Wheelchair repair services
• And various therapeutic and medical equipment (please call 954.584.8000 x355 for more information)

The Center’s Preschool focuses its efforts on developing the educational, social and physical skills of its students and infants. The Early Intervention Program provides children who exhibit developmental delays with an individualized lesson plan and services to help them have a better start in life and to succeed in school. The Preschool is in need of the following items which can be purchased from www.discountschoolsupply.com: 

• Two door locking wall cabinet (Item #826X2313A, $263)
• Wall mounted diaper storage unit (Item #826V7171, $120)
• Computer table to serve as “Computer Center” for Preschool Classroom (Item #827V7164, $148)
• Bins with lids for Therapy Department (Item #827XYBINSET, $21 for 4 bins)
• Book and toy shelf for classroom (Item #827XSWP1008, $210)

Basketball hoops and balls for playground (Item #827HOOP4, $125)

Our Mission

Tomorrow's Rainbow is committed to guiding children and their families through the grief process.  By combining miniature horse interactions with camaraderie, compassion and guidance, they will begin healing and will be led toward a more joyful future. 

Wish List

14 Miniature horse halter/lead rope sets

Home Depot/Lowes/Costco gift cards

Hay

Horse bedding

Hand sanitizer

8x10 vinyl shed for candle lighting room

Bobcat service for 2 hours

Tree service to remove large stump 

We also wish for you to come out to the Tomorrow’s Rainbow Ranch and attend a Hopeful TEARS farm tour.

www.TomorrowsRainbow.org

954-978-2390

In 2010, the Florida AIDS Walk will recruit participants statewide to raise awareness that nearly 125,000 Floridians are living with HIV/AIDS. Proceeds will benefit the beneficiaries for this year including the following, AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Broward House, SunServe, Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center, and the Pride Center at Equality Park.

Funds raised by Florida AIDS Walk will support the expansion of free HIV testing and prevention education in Florida’s Broward and Miami Dade counties, as well as healthcare for HIV-positive individuals throughout the state.

Florida AIDS Walk is produced by Event 360 for AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to HIV/AIDS prevention, education, accessible healthcare, research and patient advocacy.  In Florida, AHF currently serves more than 15,000 people living with HIV/AIDS. AHF’s Out of the Closet Thrift Stores, offers free HIV testing and treatment referral through an AHF Pharmacy built adjacent to the store.

Mark Bode ?
Manager - Florida AIDS Walk
Florida AIDS Walk
954-522-3132
954-383-8007
954-522-3260
FloridaAIDSwalk.org
aidshealth.org