Community Fight Isolation and Join in for a Guinness Book of World Record Attempt on October 22
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eleveda and Duet: Partners In Health & Aging, with the support of Cigna, are excited to invite the community to a high-energy online bingo game on Friday, October 22, at 10 a.m. as they attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® title for the most viewers of a bingo livestream on a bespoke platform. This is a free event open to all age groups. HOW THE EVENT WORKS • Individuals, recreation centers, community health centers and nonprofits can log on to televeda. com/bingo and reserve their spot. Each person or
organization needs to pre-register to be counted toward the world record title. • Then, before the date (October 22 at 10 a.m.), individuals will receive instructions on how to join in and use their BINGO cards. • On October 22 at 10 a.m., participants log in and enjoy the game! Each participant will count toward an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® attempt. • Individuals can also choose to play the game by visiting any of the host venue locations listed on televeda. com/bingo. Transportation partner, Envoy America, is offering free rides. THE IMPACT According to a recent Pew study, over two-thirds of adults over 65 are online today. They’re redefining aging by turning to a digital social life. But there remains a digital divide as many are unsure of their ability to use technology, leaving them unmotivated to try. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are serious public health risks affecting a significant number of people in the United States and putting them at risk for dementia and other serious medical conditions.” The pandemic has shown that the best way for the
community to help older adult family members to beat loneliness is getting them an internet connection, a device, and a patient teacher. The goal behind this event is to raise global awareness about the importance of social connectedness for our mental wellbeing and to encourage the entire community across all ages to come together in a safe and fun way to celebrate this new modern aging. “The pandemic is hard for everyone, especially for those who are at risk. But we have also witnessed our older adult communities growing stronger and bolder. What better way to bring everyone together than with the unified mission of setting a world record for bingo?” says Shruti Gurudanti, co-founder of Televeda. “Our mission is to take back what belongs to each one of us: the ability not only to stay connected but thrive together while living our best lives ever.” LEARN MORE This event is presented by Cigna and hosted by Televeda— a social venture with a mission to combat social isolation for older adults and adults with special needs—with support from multiple community partners, including: Duet, the City of Chandler, D-Backs, Rose Law Group, and Wellcare. To learn more, visit televeda.com/bingo or e-mail info@televeda.com.
Volunteering Strengthens Mother-Daughter Bond, Increases Self-Confidence in Teens
Local chapter of the National Charity League now accepting applications from North Phoenix parents and teens By Amy Wolff Photo Courtesy of the National Charity League, Arrowhead Chapter
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aising kids who are philanthropically minded isn’t easy. However, instilling beliefs in teens about giving back to others in the community will help us build a more thoughtful, kinder, more considerate group of humans. That’s the goal of the National Charity League (NCL), Arrowhead Chapter. Charity work is an integral part of life for mother and daughter Kari Turner-Snavely and Kamryn Turner of Anthem. They have been involved with NCL for six years. Kamryn, who is now a senior at Boulder Creek High School, started in NCL when she was in 7th grade. Her older sister, Marley, who is a junior at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, joined at the same time. When the local mom and two sisters joined, their goal was to spend more intentional time together while being able to serve others.
“We first heard about NCL Arrowhead from a friend who was an active member with her daughter,” says TurnerSnavely. “During the new member drive, I reached out for more information to understand what NCL was about. I met such a diverse, dynamic group of inspiring women, who welcomed us to the chapter, I knew we would benefit by being a part of this organization.” 12 • October 2021 • NORTH PHOENIX NEWS
“As we round out our time at NCL, I hope the experience inspires my daughters to continue their social awareness and responsibility, and expand their leadership, confidence and capabilities,” Turner-Snavely adds. NCL has many chapters across Arizona, providing mothers and daughters opportunities to volunteer with dozens of organizations. The group also helps young ladies become strong, independent leaders who appreciate the value of giving back to those in need. The Arrowhead Chapter of NCL has more than 100 mothers and daughters who are focused on the organization’s three pillars - philanthropy, leadership and culture. “My daughters and I have loved our special time spent together volunteering, attending meetings and listening to engaging guest speakers thanks to NCL,” says TurnerSnavely. “We have been so fortunate to have made friendships that will last past our time as active NCL members. Marley has continued her philanthropic efforts while at college and I have no doubt Kamryn will do the same at the University of Arizona next year.”
“When others ask if they should join NCL, I always say ‘do it!’ As busy as we all are with school, work, clubs, sports and friends, it is so important to carve out dedicated time to spend with each other doing something that fulfills our hearts and minds,” Turner-Snavely adds. NCL applications are currently being accepted from women with daughters in 6th through 9th grades. The Arrowhead Chapter is comprised of members who reside in North Phoenix and the West Valley. The Annual NCL Membership Drive takes place from Oct. 1, 2021 – Jan. 15, 2022. For more information, visit arrowhead.nationalcharityleague.org or send an email to membershiparrowhead@nclonline.org.
Volunteering not only gives Turner-Snavely and her daughters one-on-one time together, research shows that volunteering also boosts self-confidence and happiness in teens and teaches social and networking skills. These skills are invaluable for today’s youth as they prepare to shape the future. myhyperlocalnews.com
