Stories

On October 12th, UTA Pre-Law Society students provided a seasonal yard clean-up, trimming Crepe Myrtles and cleaning flower beds for Ms. Alice. Ms. Alice enjoyed visiting with the Volunteers and sincerely appreciated their efforts. Ms. Alice’s priceless impact on the students is summed up by the UTA team leader, Ms.…

“Mower Brigade” Volunteers from left to right (Vern Leder, Paul Bergeland, John Nowakowski, Eric Allan, Paul Meinen, John Keigley and Doug Northup) As the 2019 growing season comes to a close, we want to sincerely thank the Adopt-A-Lawn (AAL) Volunteers for caring for 52 Client lawns this season. These Volunteers…

On October 12th, UTA Pre-Law Society students provided a seasonal yard clean-up, trimming Crepe Myrtles and cleaning flower beds for Ms. Alice. Ms. Alice enjoyed visiting with the Volunteers and sincerely appreciated their efforts. Ms. Alice’s priceless impact on the students is summed up by the UTA team leader, Ms.…

Mid-Cities Care Corps (MCCC) is blessed with a few special organizations that support our mission by providing Volunteers, funding and a partnership in our mission to help local seniors, one of which, is Good Shepherd Catholic Community (GSCC). On July 16th, GSCC hosted a monthly Social Outreach event at MCCC.…

The latest Lunch & Learn took place on September 18th from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Dave Parks, from Home Care Assistance, and a Volunteer for Mid-Cities Care Corps, gave a presentation on “Activities to Boost Brain Health”. We had 17 Volunteers in attendance and all learned so much from the…

Calvary Lutheran, in Richland Hills, is a long-time supporter of Mid-Cities Care Corps (MCCC). MCCC has been blessed with Volunteers, Board members and even our very own Executive Director, Duane Buuck, from Calvary Lutheran. On September 8, 2019, a very large gathering from Calvary Lutheran, joined together to help four…

On Thursday, July 16th, MCCC held the first Social Event that allowed our Clients to participate in giving back to others in need. The Event was properly themed “A Day of Giving.” MCCC Clients help bag toiletry items that would go to the organization, Mari’s Kids, that provide these items…

On April 27th, a team of 18 Volunteers from Cooper General Contractors replaced a fence for Mid-Cities Care Corps Client, Ms. Susan. The Volunteers removed the old fence, set posts and hung the new fencing all in one day, 12 full hours!! While they were there, the group also did…

Duane Buuck, MCCC Ex. Director, Jennifer Hurley, MCCC Transportation and Social Outreach Coordinator and UTA Students: Tykirah Lee and Claire Thomas and UTA Associate Professor, Dr. Desirée Henderson. Mid-Cities Care Corps (MCCC) is proud to be a part of the Service Learning program at UTA. This is the second year…

On April 26, Lois Dixon was awarded “Hometown Hero” by the Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce.  This annual event honors local citizens nominated for their contribution of time, efforts and talents helping to make Northeast Tarrant County a better place to live. Lois is a long time transportation driver and…

On Wednesday, April 17, Karla Ward was recognized by the Arts Council Northeast as a “Shining Star.” We’ve all known Karla as a “Shining Star” for Mid-Cities Care Corps’ mission for many years now. She has served as a transportation driver, helped with the monthly social events and established and…

The spirit of serving a senior in need of helping hands is captured by Minteer Real Estate Team with Keller Williams volunteer day with Mid-Cities Care Corps. Great teamwork, fun and a passion for making a difference was demonstrated by all.…