Ivana Trump at Legacy event

In yesterday's ramblings, I mentioned Ivana Trump would be coming to Houston for a Legacy event. So here's the scoop bois and gurrls.

On September 16, 2008, Legacy will be having its Stepping Stones Luncheon. Legacy is one of Houston's premier healthcare providers to those less fortunate. The luncheon is an ideal opportunity for key Houstonians to come together and learn more about the serious lack of quality healthcare for Houston's underserved, and how Legacy is striving to meet our city's needs.

This year our corporate honoree is Neiman-Marcus. The individual honoree is Monsour Taghdisi. Neiman-Marcus and Monsour have been big supporters of Legacy and it is a pleasure to give them this recognition. Chairperson for the event is Melissa Mithoff.

In addition to providing our guests with information about Legacy, international icon and businesswoman Ivana Trump has agreed to come and speak to our guests. This is a major coup for us.

I went and did some research on Ivana and was reminded that:

• she was born in Czechoslovakia;
  
• she has a Masters Degree in Physical Education;


• she was a member of the Czechoslovakian Women’s Ski Team;


• she immigrated to Canada to pursue her skiing career and then became a model.

I remember how the divorce from The Donald was plastered all over the newspapers and tabloids. I also remember thinking that this is a strong woman with a sharp business acumen and she would be just fine even though people were wondering, "Who is Ivana without Donald?"

In addition to being a successful business woman and author, Ivana travels extensively on the international lecture circuit. She is an active member in community and charitable organizations including, New York City Ballet, American Cancer Society, United Cerebral Palsy, March of Dimes, and many organizations benefiting children living with HIV/AIDS.

This luncheon is by invitation only so if you are interested in attending, please contact me at absolutrunnr77007@yahoo.com and I will give you the details.

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Services Provided By Legacy

Healthcare For Men & Women: Legacy focuses on prevention and early diagnosis and treatment of common health issues unique to men and women including sexual health issues.

Heathcare For Children: Legacy works with the family to ensure that children get their regular checkup including vaccines and immunizations. Our goal is to keep children healthy.

Family Planning: These services are designed to improve reproductive health including affordable birth control methods and providing exams and education on sexually transmitted diseases.

Eye Care: Our physicians specialize in both optometry and ophthalmology services to promote healthy eyes and to maintain or improve vision. Glasses and contact lenses are also offered.

Mental Health Services: These services are for assessment, diagnosis, counseling and treatment of mental illness to improve quality of life. We treat both adults and children.

Health Promotion & Community Outreach: Legacy participates in health fairs and community outreach events to deliver health information and services directly to individuals to promote healthy behaviors and encourage early detection diseases.

Wellness Services: Providing nutritional counseling, physical therapy and massage allows Legacy to take a holistic approach to healthcare especially in patients with diabetes, high cholesterol, and HIV/AIDS.

Specialty Healthcare for HIV/AIDS: Legacy is nationally recognized for its comprehensive HIV/AIDS services including testing, counseling, treatment, social services, vision services, financial assistance and prevention education for those living with the disease.

Legacy Advocacy Project: Advocates at the city, state and federal government levels for fair and effective healthcare related policies.