Mount St. Vincent press release:

Actress Marlee Matlin to bring fundraising talent to Providence Mount St. Vincent
Top Celebrity Apprentice fundraiser to keynote Legacy Community Luncheon

Academy Award winning actress Marlee Matlin made a name for herself this year by raising the most money in one day as a contestant on Celebrity Apprentice. The actress, whose family learned when she was 18 months old that she had lost her hearing, will be in Seattle Oct. 12 to help Providence Mount St. Vincent raise money for the seniors who live there.

“Ms. Matlin is such an amazing person in the way that she communicates and the passion she exhibits that Providence Mount St. Vincent Foundation is excited to have her speak at our Legacy Community Luncheon about `Listening with your heart,’” said Molly Swain, head of the organization’s fundraising efforts. “The power of being present to one another and truly listening is important, especially to older adults and those with disabilities. Ms. Matlin will talk about listening with your heart, overcoming obstacles, and reaching for your dreams. As she often says, `The only thing I can’t do is hear.’”

Matlin became the youngest recipient of the Best Actress Oscar at age 21 for her role in Children of a Lesser God. She has appeared in numerous other movies and television shows, including this year's Celebrity Apprentice, where she was a finalist. In 2008 she competed on Dancing with the Stars.

Matlin will be joined at the luncheon by Seattle native and acclaimed composer Mateo “Matt” Messina. He will share his family’s experience with Providence Mount St. Vincent, affectionately known as “The Mount,” and his mother’s journey through Alzheimer’s disease. Mateo will also perform musical selections from his television and film compositions, such as pieces from the popular film, Juno.

The 9th annual fundraising luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Seattle Sheraton Hotel, 1400 6th Ave., Seattle. Cost is $50 per person and reservations are required. Guests will be invited to make a donation to support residents and programs of Providence Mount St. Vincent. Donors who give $250 or more will be invited to attend a private reception with Matlin immediately following the luncheon and will receive an autographed copy of her best-selling memoir, I'll Scream Later.

For reservations or information, call 206-938-6242 or 206-938-6194, email legacyluncheon@providence.org, or visit www.providence.org/themount.

Providence Mount St. Vincent in West Seattle offers older adults a loving home during the transition from independence to increasing reliance on the services, support, and compassion of others. Providence Mount St. Vincent, nationally recognized as a leader in the practice of resident-centered care and culture change in long-term care, is committed to providing programs and services that respect the personal values and dignity of each resident and program participant. For more information, go to
www.providence.org/themount.