Lunch n' Life EVENT: Speaker Doug Hill, ABC7/WJLA-TV

Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna Announces Doug Hill, ABC7/WJLA-TV, will be the Guest Speaker On March 18^th for Their Lunch n” Life Spring 2013 Series

“Forecasting Weather & Life”

 Doug Hill Emmy award winning meteorologist, ABC7/WJLA-TV.  On March 18^th Mr. Hill will be the guest speaker for the Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna’s (SCOV) Lunch n’ Life spring 2013 series. 

Doug Hill has earned a reputation as one of Washington’s most entertaining and accurate weather forecasters. As Vice President, Weather and Chief Meteorologist, he brings nearly 30 years experience to his daily broadcasts on ABC7/WJLA-TV News at 5, 6 and 11.  Mr. Hill has been honored with a Washington Emmy Award for broadcast excellence. He has also been awarded the "Seal of Approval" from the American Meteorological Society.

“Lunch n’ Life”

Guest Speaker: Doug Hill, Chief Meteorologist, ABC7/WJLA-TV

“Forecasting Weather & Life”

Monday March 18, 2013

Emmanuel Lutheran Church

2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna

Tickets: $10 Includes Lunch

Reservations Required by March 11th - 703 281-0538

Lunch:  12:00pm   Mr. Hill: 1:00pm

SCOV continues their Lunch ‘n Life educational series on June 10, 2013 with former Washington Post columnist, Bob Levey joining them as the guest speaker.

Open to the public, SCOV’s Lunch n’ Life series provides opportunities for enrichment, learning and socialization for seniors and those caring for seniors. They will also be offering free blood pressure screenings beginning at 11:00am.  For more details or to learn more about the Shepherd Center of Oakton-Vienna, visit www.scov.org or contact their office at 703 281-0538, office@scov.org

 SCOV provides care and support to seniors in the Oakton and Vienna community. In addition, the agency also serves seniors in sections of Reston and Fairfax, VA.   In 2012 the Shepherd’s Center’s 220 volunteers provided 10,000 hours of service for older adults 50+.  In the past two months alone the nonprofit has seen a sharp increase in new clients needing their services.  SCOV was recently honored to be chosen for inclusion in the 2012-13’s Catalogue For Philanthropy: Greater Washington, as well as being named “Nonprofit of the Year 2012” by the Vienna Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Founded in 1997, SCOV is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to providing opportunities for senior adults to seek rewarding lives and to live independently in their homes for as long as possible.  The Shepherd’s Center provides volunteer and participation opportunities for adults 50+ to live fulfilling lives through lifelong learning, social programs and service to the community.  S C O V’s dedicated group of volunteers give their t i m e, talent and commitment to serve the elderly.  Volunteers drive seniors to medical appointments and a wide variety of errands. In addition, volunteers visit or call those who are homebound, help with simple home repairs and provide vital office assistance including coordinating requests for service. These services are provided completely free of charge. 

In addition to providing the above services, continuing education is a vital part of the Shepherd’s Center mission to keep seniors engaged and active. Some of the classes offered include bridge, t’ai chi, health seminars and topics highlighting current affairs. The bi-monthly Caregivers Support Group offers caregivers a compassionate place to share similar stories and challenges as they care for an adult family member.  The Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna receives no government support and depends on the generosity of supporting congregations, businesses, civic groups and individual donors. Volunteers are the heart of this organization and many volunteer opportunities are available.

To learn more about the Shepherd’s Center or to volunteer, visit their website at www.scov.org or contact their office at 703 281-0538, office@scov.org