Epworth Hosts Annual Wine Dinner & Auction

ST. LOUIS - Oct. 30, 2014 - PRLog -- St. Louis, MO – October 30, 2014—On Saturday, November 15, 2014, Epworth Children & Family Services will host their Annual Wine Dinner & Auction at the Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. The event begins at 6:00pm and reservations are required by contacting Amy Rager [Ray-Grr] at arager@epworth.org or 314.918.3401. Presented by Buck Consultants, LLC, A Xerox Company, proceeds from the event directly support Epworth’s programs designed to prevent child abuse and neglect.

“Epworth is a source of support for St. Louis community families and children. This event is an opportunity for Xerox, and others who care about children in our City, to be a part of that support.” – Sherri Bockhorst, National Practice Leader, Health Exchange Solutions, Buck Consultants, A Xerox Company.

Funds raised during the event support Epworth’s Family Support programs. In 2013, 581 families were served through this program that provides in-home therapy to improve family communication and provide effective stress-management and conflict resolution methods.

“The Annual Wine Dinner & Auction is a necessary event for the success of local families. Without the financial support the evening provides, hundreds of families and thousands of individuals would not have access to the resources Epworth provides. Money raised at the Wine Dinner helps move children and families off the waiting list for preventive services.” – Deborah LeMoine, Event Co-Chair.

For 150 years, Epworth Children & Family Services has provided essential youth development services to help thousands of children overcome the emotional and behavioral challenges caused by abuse or neglect. Epworth's innovative, holistic and comprehensive treatment approach helps youth focus on solutions, build on inherent strengths and communicate effectively. More than 7,500 youth and families in the St. Louis region turn to Epworth each year.

For more information about Epworth Children & Family Services visit Epworth.org or connect with Epworth on Twitter @EpworthSTL (https://twitter.com/deaconessfound) and Facebook.