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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Soiree on the Bay Benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network
Plans are officially in place for the 2nd Annual Soiree on the Bay, benefiting Children's Volunteer Health Network! Sponsored by the Dugas Family, this event will take place on their family estate and will be filled with lavish festivities on Friday, March 10, 2023, and Saturday, March 11, 2023 Enjoy a lavish gathering with fine wine, food and spirits at the 2nd Annual Soiree on the Bay, benefiting Children’s Volunteer Health Network. This weekend is presented by the Dugas Family and will take place on
Wednesday, December 21, 2022Gift of Matching Funds Made Now Through 12/31
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from the CVHN family! &##127876;&##127877;&##127873; Looking back on this past year, we could not be more thankful for the generosity of each individual who has supported us and our mission. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you all for your time, donations, and loyalty as we provide free accessible dental and mental health care services to the underserved children in our community. As excited as we are for what's to come in the new year, 2022 isn't over yet, and
Thursday, October 06, 2022New Mental Health Resources Coming to Local Area
Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) and The Youth Mental Health Project are introducing regional chapters of The Parent Support Network to the panhandle. Two local events will be held in Okaloosa and Walton counties to discuss The Parent Support Network and the regional chapters being developed. The new resources will provide local parents and caregivers who are concerned about their children’s mental health with an opportunity to find and support each other in a confidential and safe space. The
Wednesday, September 28, 2022CVHN Announces Megan Trent as Executive Director
Children’s Volunteer Health Network has officially announced their new Executive Director, Megan Trent. Trent has worked for CVHN for three years, serving numerous roles within the organization, such as Mental Health Coordinator and most recently, Associate Executive Director. The change in leadership was one thoughtfully planned out, with Trent being well-versed in CVHN’s daily inner workings as well as the overall mission of the organization. “CVHN has built a fantastic reputation over the past 17 years
Monday, August 08, 2022CVHN Unveils New Mobile Dental Clinic
Children's Volunteer Health Network, an organization that provides free access to dental and mental health services to children in need in Northwest Florida, has announced the arrival of their second mobile dental clinic. The first bus, gifted to CVHN from the Dugas Family Foundation, is an operatory clinic on wheels. The dental unit meets children where they are and provides preventative dental services on the bus, which is often parked outside of local schools. Now, another state-of-the-art bus is being
Monday, April 04, 2022Soiree on the Bay Raises $300K for Children's Volunteer Health Network
Children's Volunteer Health Network held its inaugural Soiree On The Bay event on March 18 and 19, benefitting the free dental services they provide to children in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Thanks to the generous supporters and sponsors of the event, CVHN was able to raise over $300,000 to support its mission. CVHN board members, staff and event hosts pictured L to R: Doug Herndon, Will Burns, Jane Bahr, Steve Dugas, Lynn Dugas, Katie Crews, Sarah Svoboda, Kelley Mossburg, Jim Rice, Megan Trent,
Friday, September 17, 2021Children’s Volunteer Health Network Welcomes New Dentist
Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) welcomes Dr. Paula Gardner as the new restorative dental provider. Along with this new addition to the team, CVHN is expanding its oral health care reach with the addition of a second mobile dental bus. This will allow their mobile dental team to provide preventative and long term dental solutions to children without access to dental care or insurance coverage. “We are very blessed to have Dr. Paula Gardner join our team to lead our restorative dentistry effort.
Monday, June 14, 2021Children's Volunteer Health Network Shares 2020-21 Data & Announces New Bus
Children's Volunteer Health Network Mobile Dental Clinic, named Pearl, has traveled all across Okaloosa and Walton counties to serve the children of our community. Here is where our team has been during the 2020 - 2021 school year and the impact they have made. Assessments - 1,108 Varnish Flouride Treatments - 1.098 Teeth Sealed - 2,396 Sealant Patients - 664 Teeth Treated by Silver Diamine Fluoride - 1,182 Total Teeth with Decay - 1,425 Permanent Teeth with Decay - 246 Urgent Care Forms Sent Home -
Monday, April 12, 2021Children's Volunteer Health Network Celebrates Sweet 16
It's our birthday month! We're thrilled to celebrate 16 wonderful years of helping children in our local community, amazing community support, and the growth of CVHN programs. This year for our birthday, help us reach our goal of raising $16,000 to go towards building out our new mobile clinic with the necessary dental equipment and tools it takes to provide restorative services like filling cavities, dental crowns, and more! Make a birthday gift!
Monday, October 19, 2020Children’s Volunteer Health Network Welcomes New Executive Director Kelley Mossburg
Local non-profit Children’s Volunteer Health Network has announced that Kelley Mossburg has officially joined the team as executive director. Mossburg comes from 35 years of senior-level corporate experience. Throughout his career, Mossburg has owned his own business and has served in a number of non-profits as a board member, board chairman, and president. Mossburg’s career includes impressive experience in senior-level leadership of major national companies, including Long John Silvers, Schenck Company,
Friday, October 09, 2020The Witches are Ready to Ride
The Witches of South Walton are set to ride in the 17th Annual Witch Ride this October with changes in place for 2020. The Witches will again be riding to support the mission of Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN), providing dental, vision and mental health services for children in Walton and Okaloosa counties. The Witches are excited to announce a ride in the Bluewater Bay/Niceville area of Okaloosa County furthering the awareness of the cause. “What started out as a casual ride amongst friends
Wednesday, April 15, 2020Children’s Volunteer Health Network Receives $35K Grant from All In One Credit Union Foundation
Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN) recently accepted a grant totaling $35,000 from the Helping Hands Foundation of the All In Credit Union. These funds will go towards a second mobile dental unit to focus on restorative dental care in the Okaloosa and Walton counties. “The children served in our preventive program are in great need of restorative care. Many of these families do not have the resources to establish a dental home. We recently visited a school and conducted exams and x-rays on 170
