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Faith in Action: Lauderhill SDA Church Brings Heart to Senior Communities

Faith in Action: Lauderhill SDA Church Brings Heart to Senior Communities

Faith in Action: Lauderhill SDA Church Brings Heart to Senior Communities

On March 15th, members of Lauderhill Seventh-Day Adventist Church and their families brought joy, creativity, and compassion to seniors at Active Senior Living and Fort Lauderdale Health and Rehab.

Through wreath-making, songs, and a Bible-based skit, they reminded residents that they are seen, loved, and never alone.

This powerful day of connection beautifully reflects Heart2Heart’s mission to restore dignity and hope to isolated seniors—one loving act at a time.

Read the story:
https://heart2heartoutreach.org/community-stories/hearts-united-spreading-joy-love-to-seniors-2/

15 Years of Love in Action: Celebrating Our Volunteers This April

15 Years of Love in Action: Celebrating Our Volunteers This April

15 Years of Love in Action: Celebrating Our Volunteers This April

This April, Heart2Heart Outreach of South Florida proudly celebrates 15 years of love in action during National Volunteer Month.

In honor of the thousands of selfless hours poured into serving isolated seniors, this blog reflects on the power of giving, the joy it brings, and the deep community it creates.

From heartfelt visits to shared meals and prayers, our volunteers have made an immeasurable impact—and we’re celebrating them with a special BBQ on April 12th. Whether you’re a long-time volunteer or just getting started, this post is a heartfelt tribute to the purpose, connection, and joy found in service. Join us as we look back on 15 meaningful years—and ahead to many more.

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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/15-years-of-love-in-action-celebrating-our-volunteers-this-april/

The Harvest is Plentiful, but the Laborers are Few

The Harvest is Plentiful, but the Laborers are Few

The Harvest is Plentiful—Will We Step Up?

By Juan Gallo, CEO of Heart2Heart Outreach

Senior ministry is often overlooked, yet the need has never been greater. As Matthew 9:37 reminds us, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” Many seniors are longing for connection, hope, and reassurance, yet too often, they are forgotten.

A recent encounter with an elderly neighbor reminded me of this urgency. She rushed to church each morning, afraid of being scolded for arriving late—more focused on performance than grace. In that moment, I reminded her of God’s deep love, something so many seniors need to hear.

Read the the blog
https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/the-harvest-is-plentiful-but-the-laborers-are-few/

Hearts United: Spreading Joy & Love to Seniors

Hearts United: Spreading Joy & Love to Seniors

Hearts United: Spreading Joy & Love to Seniors

On February 22nd, Heart2Heart partnered with Parkridge Church and Community Christian Church to bring warmth and companionship to seniors across eight care facilities in Broward County.

Volunteers filled the day with heartfelt conversations, games, and meaningful connections, replacing loneliness with joy and belonging.

One resident, Mary, shared through happy tears, “I haven’t had this much fun in a long time. It feels good to know someone cares.”

Read the story:
https://heart2heartoutreach.org/community-stories/hearts-united-spreading-joy-love-to-seniors/

Every Child a Swimmer honored as a Diamond Sponsor of RED Gala

FORT LAUDERDALE – Team Horner is leading the charge to support South Florida’s aging community with a diamond sponsorship of Heart2Heart’s RED Gala.

Team Horner’s $15,000 donation is the largest sponsorship Heart2Heart has received from any single entity in support of its annual fundraising gala.

“We are so grateful for Team Horner’s support,” said Heart2Heart Community Relations Director Riana Samaroo. “Heart2Heart exists to mobilize volunteers and bring hope to those battling isolation and loneliness. We cannot fulfill our mission without partners like Team Horner.”

A chance encounter becomes an opportunity to serve

A chance encounter becomes an opportunity to serve

Heart2Heart volunteer Lori Schlueb was at a diner near her house when she first saw Mary Lou.  The older woman looked very thin and walked slowly with her walker. Lori’s own father struggled with dementia and Parkinson’s disease before he passed away. Lori...

Don’t underestimate seniors and technology

Don’t underestimate seniors and technology

For this month’s theme, which I’m calling “Back to the Future,” we’re going to be discussing seniors and technology. The more and more we advance, the more we’re moving towards everything digital. So navigating technology is an important subject for our seniors. I...

How do we balance health and self-determination as we age?

How do we balance health and self-determination as we age?

At Heart2Heart, we believe people retain the right to self-determination even as they age. Self-determination is important, even if a person decides to go against the best health recommendations. In elementary school, perhaps you had a teacher who showed you a picture...

First round of Heart2Heart iPads delivered to care center residents

First round of Heart2Heart iPads delivered to care center residents

Seniors at Grand Villa of Deerfield learn how to use the iPads with the help of Heart2Heart Digital Outreach Coordinator Marisela Martinez, left, and volunteer Alberto Altamiranda, right. Heart2Heart delivered 70 iPads to 11 care centers in the last two weeks, marking...

How do you balance the health of your mind, body and soul? 

How do you balance the health of your mind, body and soul? 

As we continue to examine what’s important to us and others when it comes to health, I wanted to discuss the importance of balance. Certainly, we see health at its extremes these days. A woman can be in her 20s and in good health, but then she looks at Instagram...