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STUDENT OVERCAME GREAT ODDS, EVENTUALLY EARNING ONE OF THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS IN THE WORLD

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The young child who this is the most effective witnessed shootings and way to make the world saw gun casings outside better. his window has lived to “I want to create more see a new day. Texas educational opportunities. Christian University That’s how you find the football player Caylin cure to cancer, that’s how Moore has been named a you find solutions to prob- ENCOURAGING Y OUTH 2017 Rhodes Scholar, lems in the world. Educa- putting him in an elite tion is huge,” Moore said. School Board Trustee T.A. Sims group of a past American Growing up in South speaks at Chamber Luncheon, president, former and Central Los Angeles, he O.D. Wyatt Students Use Skills current heads of govern- overcame major obstacles ment, and distinguished in his life including diffi- PAGE 9 intellectual minds. cult times, divorce and Though he says he living in a gang-infested can’t find a word in the neighborhood. SCENES English language to ex- Moore began his col- Texas Christian University football player Caylin Moore and mother lege career at Marist Col- FROM plain how it feels to re- ceive the award, he de- lege, where he was suc- HOLIDAY scribes it as a blessing, a great honor. cessful academically and on the football field. He transferred to TASTE OF “I’m super thankful. I attribute all of it to God and my mom Texas Christian University in 2015 and joined the football team. He is currently a senior majoring in economics and minoring in ART 110%. My mom is a living example of what can be done. She put herself through law school while raising us,” Moore said. “It sociology and mathematics. PAGE 10 confirms God is who he says he is and hard work pays off.” With a 3.9 grade point average, Moore is one of 200 students Moore has the confidence found in most twenty-something out of 869 applicants to become a 2017 Rhodes Scholar. It is Fort Worth Black News millennials and at first comes across as a typical college athlete, based on scholastic abilities, truthfulness, courage, devotion to duty, sympathy for and protection of the weak, kindliness, unself- Serving You Since 1997 with a gallon jug of water nearby. However, as he begins to ishness and fellowship; moral force of character and instincts to Box 121961 - Ft Worth, TX 76121 speak, each carefully chosen word reveals deep philosophical thought and a brilliant mental process. lead and to take an interest in others; physical vigor, as shown by www.dfwblacknews.com The Rhodes Scholarship will allow him to develop his mind a fondness for and success in sports. When the young scholar reflects on the path that led him to Call: 817-729-6491 further at the University of Oxford in England for two or three years. Moore plans to earn masters degrees in public policy and this point in his life and how he ended up here, he simply says Email: [email protected] sociology, which he hopes to use to impact education in Amer- with humility, “It wouldn’t make sense on paper.” Jill Darden, Publisher ica’s inner-cities. He is concerned with inequalities in the educa- Moore will begin at Oxford in the fall of 2017. FORT WORTH BLACK NEWS • DECEMBER 2016 • PAGE 2 • www.dfwblacknews.com Veterans Honored in Forest Hill

The City of Forest Hill honored veterans with a breakfast in November catered by Luby’s. Local Leaders showed their appreciation at the

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The Texas Coalition of 4001 E. Lancaster Ave. Suite A - Fort Worth, Texas 76103 Black Democrats - Fort Worth Chapter hosted guests speakers prior to the 2016 Elections to inform attendees about the im- portance of voting in American AREAS OF PRACTICE elections. Roderick Miles, rep- • Entertainment Law • General Business Law resenting the office of Commis- • Transactional Law • Administrative Law sioner Roy Brooks, echoed sen- • Employment Law • Serious Injuries timents shared during the Con- • Wills & Trusts • Probate gressional Black Caucus, urg- ing listeners to let their voices Licensed By: The Supreme Court of Texas - 1976 U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas - 1976 Call...413-0830 be heard at the polls. Lorraine U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit - 1977 Miller spoke of her time in Member: State Bar of Texas Entertainment & Sports Law Section Metro: 214-543-5041 Washington D.C. where she Fax: 817-534-2998 served as a Congressional clerk and in leadership with the Na- Roderick Miles, Patrick Shelby - Chapter President tional Association for the Ad- Call Jill Darden to Place Advertisement for Your Business and Lorraine Miller vancement of Colored People. or Event in the Fort Worth Black News: 817-729-6491 email: [email protected]

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I've worked with individuals with intellectual disabilities for 22 years. After years of seeing the operation of the companies I worked for I knew I wanted to create a cul- ture and climate that would depict my passion and my heart to serve this population. Years later, I gave birth to two children, and I knew it wasn't enough to work for someone. I needed to leave a legacy and that could only come through building my own.....for myself, for them.

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As a child, I had a cousin with several physical disabili- ties. I didn't understand it, nor could I relate, but I knew what I felt it my heart, and that was to help. I would spend time with him, read to him, and play with him. I had the patience at nine years-old, and that same patience, along with passion stayed. At 19 years-old I began work- ing for MARC (Midland Association for Retarded Citi- LeSheka Mayberry, Program Owner zens); little did I know that this "job" would become my career choice. Everyday I learned something new from Please share your educational/professional journey - those I served. Some were blind, some were non-verbal, did you ever expect to be in your current position some wore diapers, but their disability never prevented when you first began? them from expressing love. The individual that was blind Advertise Your Business in the could still hear my voice. The ones that were non-verbal I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a could feel my touch, and the ones that wore diapers never Master of Arts degree in Human Services with a speciali- FWBN: Call 817-729-6491 had to feel ashamed because they were cleaned with great zation in Executive Leadership. I wouldn't say that I ex- care, which made them feel good inside. They smiled and pected to be in my current position, but I will say I had a laughed every day. They gave hugs without hesitation and 'BOSS' outlook in every position I worked. I strive to simply allowed me into their lives. I was indeed the one produce excellence in all that I do. My expectations for who was blessed! myself are high, and I'm constantly going after the next best thing. I knew I would excel, but in all honesty, entre- Can you explain why you chose the name, Family of preneurship was not my first thought, however success Faith Service Providers? was. It is my desire to be successful. It's that desire alone that keeps me striving. The word FAMILY was chosen because my desire is to build an empire and leave a legacy for my two children. What is your advice to others who dream of becoming The word FAITH delivers the message of my total be- an entrepreneur? How would you advise them to get lieve in God and me taking Him at His word when I started? stepped out and believed Him when I decided to become an Entrepreneur. SERVICE PROVIDERS encompasses My strongest advice is to enhance your business acumen the full spectrum of giving our all to those who choose first. Simply becoming an entrepreneur because you have our agency; we are here to serve them. a skill will sometimes give a false perception of your knowledge. Take time to understand the business logistics so your success can and will remain.

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I’ve written about this before, but for It Creates a Sanctuary in Time. obvious reasons December is a great time Taking a weekly break from the rigors of to revisit one of my favorite Power 9® daily life is a great way to relieve stress, principles: Belong. The Power 9 are nine slow down, rejuvenate, and down shift. principles for living longer, better lives, It Supports a Sense of Purpose. When practiced by those who live the longest in people practice their beliefs and values, the five original Blue Zones® areas of the they feel good about themselves and their world. Studies have found that people who purpose in everyday life. Belong – those who attend a place of wor- ship four times a month and truly feel a So this December, recommit and re- part of the group -- live an extra 4 to 14 connect with your faith. Or explore a new years! faith-based community. Start by asking The research did not identify a specific friends and neighbors for suggestions, or if religion, so it doesn't matter which faith you already belong, invite a friend to join you belong to, as long as you belong to you. It’s just one more way to improve something. Why is engaging in a faith- your well-being, leading to a longer, better based community so good for your health? life. If you want to know more about Belong- It Provides a Big Social Network. ing and other principles of the Power 9, People who attend religious services have contact me at a large social network and a regular meet- [email protected]. ing place. Weekly meetings with friends I’m happy to tell you how it and are a great way to talk, connect, de-stress, Blue Zones Project can lead to laugh, and have a good time. improved well-being for you and

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Over 50 types of Donuts & 10 different kinds of Kolaches! FORT WORTH BLACK NEWS • DECEMBER 2016 • PAGE 7 • www.dfwblacknews.com Scenes from The Chancellor’s Promise Friends and family of Erma C. Johnson dation, The Chancellor’s Promise, in memory Hadley came out to support her legacy at of her mother who passed away last year. Home Health Agency Specializes in Helping Babies & Children an event hosted by the former Tarrant An inaugural reception was held in the County College Chancellor’s daughter, Grand Ballroom of Omni Hotel, down- Ardenia Gould. Gould has created a foun- town Fort Worth. Born in Uptown New Orleans, Develle Dedrick made her way to Fort Worth after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Equipped with two degrees in nursing, she found new opportu- nity which eventually led to creating a company called PediaLife Home Health, Inc. The business special- izes in private duty nursing for pre- mature babies and medically fragile children. “PediaLife provides exceptional care with compassion and integrity for our patients,” Dedrick said. “It’s a place where the little ones count.” Ardenia Gould, Paulette Turner, Dr. Jennifer Brooks, Norma Roby, Isolina & Randle Howard Family Dedrick said she always knew a future awaited her in the medical field. As a new nurse graduate she saw a large build man become hos- tile after sustaining a brain injury. It was Dedrick’s job to restrain him regardless of the fact that she stands 4 ft. 11 inches in height. It was in that moment she decided she wanted to handle smaller patients. “I was only 114 pounds at that time!” Dedrick explained. “The Develle Dedrick, MSN, RN very next day I saw a position in the Director of Nursing & Owner Phyliis Johnson, DeVoyd Jennings, Dr. Marie Holliday, Breon Dennis, Gwen Barbee, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. I’ve Yolanda Harper, Richard Knight been working 16 years with babies.” Dedrick credits her parents and During her career as a Neonatal In- grandmother with shaping her character tensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse, she and instilling a strong belief in God. crossed trained to become a Certified Both parents worked as educators and Childbirth Instructor. During her career still live in Louisiana. she served in healthcare management as “My mother spent her life as a an Education Coordinator for Cook Chil- teacher, early childhood educator while dren’s and later worked in home health. my father was more of the business per- She also has served as Adjunct Nursing son. He also worked as a contractor.” faculty at two local universities in Ar- Though she had a feeling early-on in lington and Dallas. In November 2011, her life she would work in healthcare, she launched her business and began she never imagined running her own Dr. Elizabeth Branch & Guests functioning as a licensed facility several home healthcare business in Texas. She Jill Darden, Mattie Compton with attendees months later. describes the process as being pushed A simple visit to headquarters leaves into her destiny and is grateful the pro- visitors feeling upbeat and hopeful. The gress. office reflects a color scheme of blue and “God will push you where he wants green, with blue being associated with you to be,” Dedrick said. heaven and green with everlasting life. PediaLife Home Health, Inc. is lo- “We chose the colors intentionally,” cated in east Fort Worth. The company the entrepreneur said. “Blue also repre- is actively hiring RNs and LVNs with sents the sky, seas, and health which pediatric experience in the local area. research shows benefit the body and For more information, visit mind. Green represents nature, growth, www.pedialife.com or call 817-563- harmony, freshness and safety.” 5433. Ardenia Gould with High School Alumni Denise Kahn with event supporters FORT WORTH BLACK NEWS • DECEMBER 2016 • PAGE 8 • www.dfwblacknews.com

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South Tarrant Chamber pre- sented a check for $300 to O.D. Wyatt High School Culinary De- partment. Students from the pro- gram prepared and served the meal at the Chamber’s November meeting. School Board Trustee T.A. Sims was the featured speaker. The organization holds public luncheon meetings on the third Wednesday of each month. Meetings resume again in Febru- ary 2017.

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