Pie in the Sky has been working diligently to ensure its seniors are well taken care of through these unprecedented times. The nonprofit organization has gathered volunteers, hosted fundraisers, partnered with local restaurants, and is now announcing its new partnership with the local medical office, Island Doctors.
Island Doctors recently donated over $7,000 to Pie in the Sky, which will help fund produce costs for seniors throughout the spring season.
“We are thrilled to renew our partnership with Island Doctors,” said Pie in the Sky Executive Director Malea Guiriba. “Their support during COVID has allowed us to continue purchasing high-quality produce at the quantity that our seniors need. We are so grateful to Island Doctors for their support of Pie and our seniors.”
St. Johns County woman books dozens of vaccine appointments for seniors in need
Amy Wacaster found a way to help give people their lives back. She s helping low-income seniors schedule vaccine appointments. Author: Leah Shields Updated: 7:26 AM EST February 19, 2021
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. Thousands of people are vying for vaccine appointment across the state. There is big demand and limited supply, making it understandably difficult to secure an appointment.
A St. Johns County woman has taken it upon herself to score vaccine appointments for the elderly in her community who don t have computers, smart phones or even email addresses.
“Monday, Wednesday, Friday with Publix and Thursdays for the county, Amy Wacaster describes her new schedule. We’re on it every morning except for Tuesday.”