Caregiver Gala

SHERMAN, February 25, 2015 – Dr. Susan Thomas, Executive Director of Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG) announced today the All That Jazz Caregiver Gala. The black tie dinner and dance will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Denison/Sherman Texoma Event Center, 5015 South US Hwy 75, Denison, Texas. Dr. Easwar Sundaram, Jr. and Dr. Bharathy Sundaram of Texas Institute of Neurological Disorders, hold the honor of Conductor Sponsorship for the event.

“The funds raised will give hope to family caregivers struggling to care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other neurological and chronic diseases who desperately need assistance. The Gala also supports our vision to build quality of life in a more meaningful and more sustainable way for all Texomans … for bringing additional resources to our region … for making life better for more people,” said Dr. Thomas.

Swing dance lessons in the ballroom and hors d’oeurves served in the lobby will precede the dinner. Participants will enjoy a unique meal prepared by Chef Jeff Walton and then dance to music featuring the popular Gainesville Swing Orchestra (GSO), www.gsobigbandswing.org. Radio personality Jason Taylor will be our emcee for the evening, with Rocking’ S Auctioneer Sara Jerome leading a live benefit auction with wonderful items on which to bid.

Rosalynn Carter said, “There are only four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.

“It is an honor to serve the caregivers in our area! We know everyone will enjoy the All That Jazz Gala providing a new era of entertainment for all community members. This Gala will bring recognition to the unsung heroes caring daily for their loved ones,” said Marilyn Bice, Director of Reba’s Ranch House in Denison.

To see how you can make your reservations for this new Texoma event go to www.tcog.com or you may call 903-813-3575 to reserve your tickets that will be held at the door.

The Texoma Council of Governments is a voluntary association of the local governments in Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson Counties. Established in 1968, the Texoma Council of Governments promotes economy and efficiency in the coordinated planning and development of the tri-county region through its community and economic development activities. Either directly, or through contractors, the Council provides housing, utility assistance, and weatherization services for low-income citizens in the region and assists the elderly through a variety of Area Agency on Aging programs. The Council also facilitates the delivery of grant funding for homeland security and criminal justice.