New York Veterans to Receive Increased Services Through New Partnership
DLN has partnered with The New York City Department of Veterans’ Services (NYC-VS) to launch the Stars and Smiles program, a pilot initiative to help New York veterans receive much-needed dental care. NYC-VS was awarded a grant from the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City, and the funds raised...Read More
DLN Success Story – Injured Veteran Finds Dental Help With DDS Volunteer
Sidney, 73, lives alone in Washington County. He served 2 years active duty and 8 years in the reserves for the US Navy. While in the Navy he trained in electronics and used those skills for a 14 year career in the IT industry. Unfortunately, Sidney injured his back and...Read More
DLN Success Story – DDS Volunteers Help Mississippi Woman Eat and Smile Again
Lillie, 75, is a widow who lives independently in Rankin County. Until she and her husband retired, they worked delivering newspapers together. She enjoys spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lillie likes working in her flower garden when she is able, going to church and being an...Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: South Carolina’s Dr. Moss Helps DDS Change and Save Lives
Dr. David Moss is no stranger to going above and beyond to get involved in the dental community. He is involved with numerous local and statewide leadership programs, volunteers to provide free dental care at a local clinic, and has even gone to Central America to provide services to those...Read More
Hundreds Serve Veterans Through Will You See One Vet Initiative
Last year, we launched the Will You See One Vet campaign and have since recruited 700 volunteers who pledged to provide comprehensive care to one veteran this year. We have received updates from our generous volunteers across the country who have helped veterans with their dental needs—like Dr. Anna Abernethy. Dr....Read More
DLN Success Story—DDS Helps Rhode Island Veteran Restore Smile and Diet
Michael, 78, lives in Providence County. He is a veteran who enjoys spending time with his son, watching TV, and visiting with other veterans in his free time. He was diagnosed with heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis and has had two heart surgeries and as a result has two stents....Read More
DLN – Success Story: Woman Receives Life Changing Dental Care in Indiana
Susan, 73, is a vibrant woman who lives in Allen County and is active in her community. She was a licensed practicing nurse (LPN) for more than three decades, primarily working with the geriatric population in nursing homes. Years of maneuvering patients left her with multiple orthopedic injuries that required...Read More
DLN Success Story – DDS Helps Missouri Navy Vet With Much Needed Dental Care
Richard, 64, joined the Navy at the age of 17 and served our country for two tours in Vietnam. When he returned, he suffered from severe post-traumatic stress disorder and for the next 30 years, he battled PTSD. As a result, he became unemployed and was homeless for a period...Read More
DLN Success Story – Woman with Disability Receives a New Smile in Vermont
Sarah, 44, lives alone in Chittenden County and suffers from degenerative disc disease and osteoarthritis of the spine, which has caused her severe back pain and left her with a disability. Formerly a fast food restaurant manager, she wasn’t able to continue working due to her disability. In addition to...Read More
DLN Success Story – DDS Helps Oregon Resident With Much Needed Dental Care
Phillip, 65, lives alone outside of Portland. He suffers from several health challenges including rheumatoid arthritis, COPD, diverticulitis, and mental health issues. In addition, his dental health had deteriorated and he was missing several teeth and those remaining were loose, broken, and often infected. His lower partial denture was broken...Read More