Thanksgiving was a special day of celebration, appreciation, and gratitude. The Lopez Family, whose 3 children attend NOC’s afterschool program at its New Oaks Learning Center in HHI, was recipient of a delightful Thanksgiving meal provided by the Port Royal Golf Club of HHI. The family expressed their heartfelt thanks to the donors for an enjoyable meal that was extra special on this day of celebration and thanksgiving.

NOC also extends its appreciation to the Port Royal Golf Club for their generous and thoughtful gift to a working family in HHI.

Over 14% of the population in Beaufort County, SC, does not have health insurance or easy access to affordable health care. Over the past 17 years, NOC has worked closely with its highly committed health service partners (Beaufort Memorial Hospital, DHEC, VIM in HHI and in Bluffton, Lions Club, BC Alcohol & Drug Abuse Dept., and Gullah Nurses in Beaufort) to implement neighborhood health screenings in Beaufort County. These important health screenings include vision, hearing, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, HIVAIDS, syphilis, and dental hygiene. Individuals also receive vital information on drug and alcohol abuse, mental health, and health and wellness.

On May 16, NOC and its partners offered a health screening at NOC’s New Oaks Learning Center, which is easily accessible to working families. To accommodate more working individuals, NOC’s health screening was offered from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The weather was delightful; the turnout was excellent; and the atmosphere was cheerful as people mingled and waited patiently for various screenings.

NOC thanks its partners, volunteers, and its staff and participating Board members.