Summer 2014 - The Arc of Monmouth

T he T urning Point
celebrating
65
years!
Summer 2014
1158 Wayside Road
Tinton Falls, NJ 07712
(732) 493-1919
www.arcofmonmouth.org
[email protected]
The Arc of Monmouth is a non-profit agency serving persons with intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families since 1949 .
President’s Message
Roger Trendowski
It is with pride that I write my final President’s message
for The Turning Point. At our annual meeting on June 24
(which I hope you will attend), I conclude my two year
term as board president. Throughout my tenure, the recurring theme of this column has been “getting involved”,
and this final issue will be no different.
Many family and community members begin to get involved
as volunteers – whether it’s helping around the office (tech
work, mailings, etc…), helping to run a recreation program, or volunteering at a fundraiser like the annual Walk,
Golf Classic or Winter Glow Ball. Casual volunteers often
become active committee members of these events, taking an active role in budgets and planning. Our special
events would not be possible without the support of these
committees.
The opportunity to make a difference doesn’t stop there.
The Board of Directors is always looking for new applicants
who can bring a degree of expertise and experience, and
new board members are added at each year’s annual meeting. The Board of Directors provides insight and guidance
for major decisions at The Arc, and serves as the agency’s
fiscal steward.
Self Advocates Have
a Voice in Trenton
The New Jersey Self Advocacy Group (SAG) invited WOC
members to represent Monmouth County at the April 10
Budget Hearings in Trenton.
l to r: Maria Buckland, Eric
Krezel, Julie Trachenberg
and Mary Jane Torrez.
Recreation in California!
More details and photographs about their spectacular adventure can
be found on page 7.
Thank you for Stepping Up!
Nearly 600 attended the
April 12 Step Up for The
Arc Walk & 5k, helping to raise over $55,000. Thank you
to everyone who helped to make this event a success!
An active board is crucial to any non for profit, and I am
honored to have served as president for the past two years.
I will remain on the board and several committees at The
Arc and look forward to seeing you at future events.
Got
E-Junk?
New, used or damaged…
• Inkjet/Laser cartridges
• Cell phones
• Digital Cameras
• Mp3 Players
• Laptops
• GPS devices
We recycle these items and turn them into a cash donation!
(732) 493-1919 x.125
[email protected]
or simply drop off at any of The Arc’s locations!
The Arc of Monmouth is a self-directed service provider.
In This Issue
Walk, 5K & Wine Tasting Recap
Pages 4 & 5
Employment Services makes a Move
Page 7
Red Carpet Film Premiere
Page 8
Holmdel Siblings Advocate During Autism
Awareness Month
Page 9
Achieve with us.
Executive Director’s Report
Mary E. Scott
The Turning Point
published three times
annually by
The Arc of Monmouth
1158 Wayside Road
Tinton Falls, NJ 07712
(732) 493-1919
www.arcofmonmouth.org
Board of Directors
Roger Trendowski, President
Neil Fleischman,
Immediate Past President
Francine Catanese,
1st Vice President
Roy Bolinger, 2nd Vice President
Rhona Levy, Secretary
Bill Mirkin, Treasurer
Rachel Weiss,
Assistant Secretary
D. Roderick Webster,
Assistant Treasurer
Tiffanie Eagan Salerno
Phillip Fina
Richard Harter
Rev. F. Hank Hilton, SJ
Julie Lin
Joyce Quarles
David S. Messer, Esq.
Anita Roselle
Randall B. Smith
Janis Swindlehurst
Honorary Board Members
Thomas Mitchell
John P. Murray
Executive Director
Mary E. Scott
Associate
Executive Director
Kathleen Mullery
Assistant Executive Director
Suzanne Liberi
The Turning Point Editors
Brett Colby
Edward Ahart
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I am very pleased to report that the Sandy-related repairs at the Work Opportunity Center are finally complete. The entire building was reopened in May
2014, allowing individuals and staff to access all work areas for the first time
since the storm hit in October 2012. The damage from the storm was extensive, and the road back slow, but now the center is better than ever. We are
tremendously grateful to all of the many persons and groups that contributed
funds to help in the recovery.
In more good news, our new residential program, Wayside Oaks, is now open.
Serving 16 persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in
their own apartments, this beautiful new building also provides affordable
housing for others, aged 55 and older. It is a wonderful home for The Arc residents, some of whom had lived for many years in large state institutions. We
look forward to providing all of The Arc’s Wayside Oaks residents a chance to
enjoy many of the activities that Monmouth County has to offer.
Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan welcomed guests of The Arc of Monmouth
and the New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE) on April 27 to
view two films. NJCIE premiered a film providing information on the transition from high school to adult life. The Arc of Monmouth showed a film made
by our Achievement Zone students and staff with funds from the N.J. Council
on Developmental Disabilities, and in collaboration with Ronan & Ronan Productions. The short film, called “Believe and You Can Achieve”, encourages
individuals with I/DD to seek jobs. If you want to view the film, you can find
it via our website (www.arcofmonmouth.org), or by searching for “The Arc of
Monmouth” on YouTube. I am certain you will find the individuals who are the
focus of the film inspiring.
The 65th Anniversary of The Arc of Monmouth will be celebrated at a dinner
dance at the Sheraton Eatontown on the evening of October 17. I hope you
will be able to join us for this celebration of 65 years of achievement by persons with I/DD with the support of their families and The Arc.
Board Spotlight: Tiffanie Eagan Salerno
In 2013, The Arc of Monmouth was pleased to welcome Tiffanie Eagan Salerno to its board. Raised in Monmouth County,
Tiffanie now resides in Atlantic Highlands with her husband,
Michael.
Tiffanie holds degrees from Fordham University and Widener
University’s School of Law. Licensed to practice law in New
Jersey and New York, her career began with NYC law firms, representing hedge
funds in their purchase of distressed commercial properties. In 2005, she moved
back to Monmouth County and founded her own Red Bank-based law firm, Eagan
& Associates, LLC, which specializes in residential and commercial real estate
transactions.
“I first learned of The Arc when they honored a very close friend of mine,” she
comments. “I was amazed at the wealth of services they provide and wanted to
help in any way that I could. I started out working with the Tuesday Group which
plans the annual Winter Glow Ball. When I was offered the opportunity to join
The Arc’s Board of Directors, I was honored to serve such an extraordinary charity that affords so many individuals the opportunity to live life to their fullest
potential and enjoy all that life has to offer.”
Tiffanie comes to the board with passion, expertise and warmth, and we are very
grateful to welcome her to this position.
SAVE THESE DATES!
Tuesday, June 24 – Annual Meeting & Awards Reception
Join us for delicious desserts, highlights from the past fiscal year, election of board officers, and help us congratulate our 2014
Award Recipients:
Saker Shop Rites
Employer of the Year
Jersey Cares
Distinguished Community Service
Vera Fann
Employee of the Year
Ronan & Ronan Productions
Media Excellence Award
Alan Czarnek
Professional of the Year
Phil & Arleen Fina
Volunteers of the Year
Annual Meeting
and
Maria Marquette
Health Care Professional
Awards Reception
Dessert Sampling ~ Fiscal Year in Review
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Donald Kane
Making Strides Award
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
7:00 pm
The Arc Center
Susan Haddow
Bill Sackter
Citizenship Award
RSVP Required:
(732) 493-1919 ext. 122
or
www.arcofmonmouth.org/awards
Doors open for dessert at 7:00 pm; meeting begins at 7:30.
Space is limited – registration required. (732) 493-1919 ext 122 or www.arcofmonmouth.org/awards
Friday, October 17 – 65th Anniversary
Sheraton Hotel of Eatontown
The Arc of Monmouth invites you to join in the celebration of its
65th Anniversary. Join us for a sit-down dinner, dancing, raffles and fun!
Reservations are $40 per person, and are on sale now!
www.arcofmonmouth.org/65ann
(732) 493-1919 ext. 125
Questions? Email [email protected]
Saturday, November 15 – Winter Glow Ball
New Location. New Date. NEW Winter Glow Ball!
Help us toast and roast Anita & Joseph Roselle, as we celebrate their 25 years
of service on behalf of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Arc is also pleased to welcome Tim McLoone as our emcee, musical guest,
and recipient of The Arc’s first Humanitarian Award.
Last, but not least, join us in commemorating the distiguished
service of all 25+ year committee members:
Francine Acquaviva ~ Beverly Annarella ~ Joan Colondrillo ~ Vicki DeNoia
Mollie Giamanco ~ Arleen Fina ~ Carol Lame ~ Joan Mitchell
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The Tuesday Group Committee
Joseph & Anita Roselle
The Toast & Roast of
Holly Annarella Flego & Anita Roselle, Co-Chairs
Francine Acquaviva
Fern Esposito
Tindra Lanfrank
Denise Puma
Vicki DeNoia
Arleen Fina
Maureen Lloyd
Tiffanie Eagan Salerno
Serena DiMaso
Mollie Giamanco
Joan Mitchell
Mary Weir
Abbey Kober
Ann Nahum
Celebrating 25 Years of Chairmanship of the Winter Glow Ball
With
Humanitarian Award Recipient
Tim McLoone
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Navesink Country Club
www.arcofmonmouth.org/winterglow
SAVE THE DATE or RESERVE NOW
Sponsorships and Reservations now available online: www.arcofmonmouth.org/winterglow, or contact us to get involved:
[email protected]
(732) 493-1919 ext. 120
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DEVELOPMENT UPDATES
Gorgeous weather. Great food. Games, activities and of course, running and walking! These
elements helped to make this the most successful
Step Up for The Arc Walk & 5k in its 16 year history.
Over 500 runners, walkers and volunteers attended the event, which began and ended at Asbury
Park’s legendary Stone Pony. Due to a great team
of volunteers, registration lines were always short, and the entire day ran like clockwork.
So many new registrants showed up that we ran out of t-shirts! We’ve got plans to resolve
this next year, and ideas on how to make this event filled with even more excitement!
Activities included a 4-D video game trailer, a Microsoft/X-Box
Tent, carnival games and unlimited free pinball at the Silver
Ball Arcade. DJ Nicky kept the air filled
with music outdoors, while the WTF Band
rocked the Stone Pony’s inside stage with
some classic rock covers. The Arc was
very proud to feature this band, as guitarist Vance Zalepka has been very involved
with The Arc for many years. In fact,
you can see Vance, his wife Lauren and
daughter Dani on the cover of our 2013
Annual Report!
In the months leading up to April 12,
many participants took their involvement to the highest level
by starting online fundraising pages. We thank everyone who
took the initiative to fundraise on our behalf! Through online fundraising, sponsorships and
the sale of yellow pennants, this event raised over $55,000 for people with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. Best of all, because expenses are kept extremely low, nearly
every dollar goes straight to support the programs and people who need it most.
Top Running Times
Age/ Division
12-16 Male
12-16 Female
17-29 Male
17-29 Female
30-44 Male
30-44 Female
45-59 Male
45-59 Female
60 & Up Male
60 & Up Female
First Place
Matt Dunn (18:13.4)
Judith Koren (27:50.5)
Matthew Turlip (16:22.9)
Maeve Evans (18:16.4)
Kurt Dyer (20:03.8)
Vanessa Quintero (26:12.6)
Bob Podrasky (22:59.8)
Marcia Hodulik (22:34.7)
Dennis Tardio (23:33.8)
Lynn Evans (30:33.4)
Second Place
Christopher Harder (24:13)
Jemima Baker (29:09)
Seb Baker (21:17)
Elizabeth Ohneck (23:27.1)
Clifford Young (22:32.8)
Deborah Alpert (27:05)
John Walsh (23:07.7)
Carol Irwin (26:38.2)
George Halliwell (24:15.7)
Judy Grimes (35:34.5)
Above: J&D ransporation presents their sponsorship check.
Below: WTF Band rocks the Stone Pony!
Top Fundraisers
Individuals
Jodi Solden ($1,807)
Wendy Holsey ($1,445)
Nora Larsen ($1,338)
Kelly Schultz ($1,205)
Christina Basile ($1,031)
Teams
Circle of Friends ($2,371)
Team Murphy ($1,750)
Team Danny K ($1,730)
Team Dani ($1,000)
Cameo ($625)
Thank You to our Amazing Volunteers!
Catherine Ahart
Edward Ahart, II
Christina Basile
Sal Calederone
Francine Catanese
Jen Chehade
Brett Colby
Rialo Cordoba
Ann DiCapua
Dani Escamilla
Michael & Sarah Fallon
Neil Fleischman
Ernie Fusco
Robert Gunst
Bob Hayward
Carol Irwin
Mark Irwin
Jennifer Lawlor
Anthony Lepore
Frank & Suzanne Liberi
Tom Lindley
Sue Livingston
Courtney Mayer
Rozanne Oka
Jamie Procaccini
Roger Trendowski
Jay Schwartz
Walk/5k Photography by Alex Varga
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Carol Urbania
Alex & Maria Varga
Marissa Ventola
Tara & Judy Waters
Judy Wilbert
Ron & Linda Wilk
Ali & Shaw Williams
Lauren Zalepka
Joe Zita
DEVELOPMENT UPDATES
2014 Yellow Pennant Tributes
At each year’s Walk & 5k, yellow pennants are hung in tribute of special people in our lives. To place a
pennant at our 2015 event, please email [email protected] or call (732) 493-1919 ext. 125.
Pennant Honoree:
From:
Pennant Honoree:
From:
Katy Bingham
Suzanne Buck
Countess Roberta Buxhoveden
Daniel Cantor Love, Mom & Dad
Francine Catanese
Deb Cirello
Janice Colondrillo
Odell & Sandrine Davis
Tony DiCapua
Dawn Dubina
Raymond J. Dweck
Nancy Ferrara
The Fina Family
Cody Fox
Brian Lyle
Danny Kardane
Danny Kardane
Walter Kinsella
Walter Kinsella Jr.
Robert Lame
Myles Levy
Kristin McKinney
Stephen Meisner Sr, Stephen Gambino
Minnie
Patricia Bingham
Susan Marie Haddow
Jack Privetera
Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Cantor
Mr. Steven C. Wimpenny
Circle of Friends
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Colondrillo
Ms. Vonda Hays
Ann DiCapua
Ms. Vonda Hays
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Dweck
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Dweck
Mr. William Pappas
Mr. Alan Fox
Mr. Michael Caprio
Susan Marie Haddow
Mr & Mrs. Rodett Kardane
Susan Marie Haddow
Ms. Mary Kinsella
Rick & Carol Lame
Mr. & Mrs. Allan Levy
Ms. Sharon Scerrato
Ms. Barbara Meisner
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Wilk
The Mullery Family
In Memory of Edith & Susa Oka
Rachel Pelman
Peterson & Staeger
Maria Privetera
Andy Rados
Glenn Roe
Roxy & Neil
Antoinette Salvo
The Schildthorn Family
Richard Sheldon
The Soldens
Gordon Stillwell
John F. Sosenko
Margaret Spontak
The Arc of Monmouth Employees
The Terry Family
Ethel & Stanley Trendowski
Patricia Trendowski
Vera Tyluki-Tkacs
Tara Waters
Tara Waters
Edith Zuckerman
Mrs. Kathy Mullery
John & Diane Dalton
Kiwanis of Kings Plaza, Canarsie
Peterson & Staeger, Inc
Jack Privetera
Circle of Friends
Ms. Cheryl Rust
Mr. & Mrs. John & Diane Dalton
Ms. Lucia Campo
Lucille & Jodi Solden
Ms. Joan Sheldon
Lucille & Jodi Solden
Jack Privetera
Mr. Roger Trendowski
Ms. Patricia Abramson
Ms. Mary E. Scott
Lucille & Jodi Solden
Mr. Roger Trendowski
Mr. Roger Trendowski
Ms. Christine Ross
Mr. Jim Napoleon
Ms. Judy Waters
Lucille & Jodi Solden
Wine Tasting
On Thursday, May 15, a new wine tasting
event was held at the breathtaking “Chateau
de Palmeri” – a private estate on the Navesink
River.
Over 150 guests sampled wines from 90+
Cellars, a new label that offers highly rated
wines at a fraction of its original cost. Caterer Pat Conte presented lavish stations and
passed hors d’oeuvres, which served as a perfect pairing with the wines.
All proceeds from this event
provide healthcare, housing,
employment and other services
to over 1,300 individuals with
intellectual and developmental
disabilities.
Thank You!
Please join us in thanking the following individuals and businesses
for their sponsorship of this event.
Champagne Sponsors
Providing
Business & Personal
Insurance
since 1919
Ronald & Francine
Acquaviva
Sancerre Sponsors
Richard & Ana
Blank
90+ Cellars Wine Sponsors
Thank you to event chairs Francine Acquaviva
and Mollie Giamanco, hosts Dennis and Michele Palmeri, event sponsors and the event committee. In total, this
event raised $25,000 for people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities.
Donated by
Served by
Underwriting
Posh Noshes
Dennis & Mickey Palmeri
The Anabel Foundation
Invitations
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph C. Roselle
Carol Stillwell & Mary Ann Larkin
Valet Parking & Incidentals
Stemware
Francine Catanese
Michael & Tiffanie Salerno
Postage
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Giamanco
Merlot Sponsors
Dr. & Mrs. Kenneth Nahum
Earth Treasures
Michael & Debi Cantor
Brett Colby & Sean O’Dea
Other Generous Donors
Ms. Barbara Black
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Brusca
Mr. & Mrs. John Cullen
Roy & Carol Pick
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Malibashka
Mr. & Mrs. William Thomas
Very special thanks to Dennis & Mickey Palmeri
for their generosity and hospitality
And to our Committee
Francine Acquaviva
Mollie Giamanco
Co-Chairs
Francine Catanese
Tiffanie Eagan-Salerno
Fern Esposito
Arleen Fina
Holly Annarella Flego
Michele Palmeri
Anita Roselle
Rachel Weiss
Wine Tasting Photography by Pat Paladino
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News from the Work Opportunity Center (WOC)
Long Branch History Depicted Through the Talents of Individuals with I/DD
by Elaine Richardson, Marketing and Sales Manager
In April, artists from WOC displayed their work at the Long
Branch Public Library, in an exhibit entitled “How I See Long
Branch”.
Leading up to the event, staff and volunteers drove WOC’s talented individuals to various historic sites in Long Branch and
helped them to research landmarks in the library’s Local History Room. In total, 20 artists created 30 pieces for the exhibit.
“WOC, which primarily provides contract labor at its Long Branch workshop, has been so grateful to foster the creative
sides of the individuals we serve,” explains Linda Porter, Director of Vocational Services at The Arc of Monmouth. “Not
only are these pieces visually stimulating, but individuals have been earning money by selling their artwork and crafts.”
The artwork is now on display at WOC and available for purchase. To arrange a
viewing, please contact (732) 229-4414.
Special thanks to the Investor’s Bank Foundation and the Monmouth County Arts
Council - the funders who made WOC’s art initiative possible.
WOC Artist Selected for Rain Barrel Project
by Heather Warner, Vocational Counselor
A rain barrel is a system that collects and stores rainwater from your roof - water
that would otherwise be lost to runoff and diverted to storm drains and streams.
The water is stored in the barrel and used at a later time for activities such as
watering the garden or washing cars.
The New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium recently held a contest designed to teach
people about the advantages of recycling water. Artists throughout New Jersey
submitted samples of how they might decorate a rain barrel, which would then
be seen by summer tourists. Following the moving exhibit, the barrels will be
auctioned off in the autumn.
Dennis Plummer, a talented WOC trainee,
was one of the 10 artists chosen to take
part in the project. Beaming with pride,
he got right to work by informing the WOC
staff of the specific paints he needed in order to bring the plain black barrel to life. Production Coach Cathy Catalano was
of great assistance in making sure Dennis had what he needed.
Dennis chose “Asbury Park” as his theme, and the barrel consists of Asbury’s famous Tillie on one side, and a huge sunshine on the other. Many familiar words
relating to Asbury Park were posted all around the barrel in Dennis’ signature
lettering.
Stay tuned and log on to www.njtoptenbeaches.org for more details about
what’s to come. Next time it rains, think about how much water you could be
collecting in a rain barrel.
Does your company need contract labor? WOC can assist you with a wide variety of production
needs, from assembly, packaging, re-work, mailing and more at competitive prices. Contact Elaine
Richardson, Marketing and Sales Manager at (732) 229-4414 or [email protected].
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Freehold Employment Services in New Location
by Thea Strong, Director of Employment Services
In advance of a more permanent move within Freehold Raceway Mall, the Department of Employment Services, the Drop off Center and the Red Horse Art
Gallery are now located in a temporary space near Macy’s Second Floor.
Team spirit was evident as the mall’s back hallways bustled with rolling carts
full of desks, files, supplies and artwork. Thank you to the many staff members for their help, and to participants and their families for adapting to the
changes presented by this move.
In approximately four months, Employment Services will make its final move
within the mall’s “Macy’s Wing”, to a larger space shared with other non-profit
organizations (including Meridian Health and the United Way of Monmouth
County).
We thank everyone who helped with this relocation and are looking forward to
the partnerships that our next move will offer.
Staff and participants of the Drop off
Center, who helped to furnish their
new location and successfully learned
how to find us in the “Macy’s Wing”.
Residential Licensing
by Dawn Delaney, Director of Residential Services
The Residential Department’s State Licensing Inspection is in full swing! As of the time of this writing, nine programs
out of thirteen have been inspected and the results have been very positive. The remaining programs are also expected to pass their inspections within the next month. Four different inspectors have conducted site visits, and all
have been complimentary of our homes and staff.
It is evident that the residential staff is very caring and conscientious, and work very hard throughout the year to
maintain our programs. Thank you to everyone who helps to improve the lives of the residents and continues to keep
The Arc of Monmouth a terrific place to work and live!
Recreation
by Cindy Wiegers, Director of Recreation
The Recreation Department got away from a rainy spring by spending 10 days in sunny Southern California. Tours included Disneyland, Hollywood Boulevard, a Pirate Adventure Dinner and poolside
relaxation at some fabulous rental homes. A chance to cheer on
the Yankees at the Anaheim Angels’ new stadium made this trip
very special.
To get involved in future trips and other recreation activities,
call (732) 493-0225 or email [email protected].
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Algonquin Arts Theatre Partners with The Arc for Red Carpet Film Premiere
by Sarah Logan, Director of Individual and Family Supports
Over 100 guests attended
the red carpet premiere
of “Believe and You Can
Achieve”, The Arc of Monmouth’s new film about
the importance of employment for people with
developmental disabilities. The film is the result of a year-long project
by The Arc’s Achievement
Zone, and was funded
through a grant from the NJ Council on Developmental Disabilities and support from The Arc of NJ.
The event also included a brief film from the NJ Coalition for Inclusive Education, which helped to give a complete picture of the transition to adult life for
young people with developmental disabilities.
“We wanted to give the film’s stars and crew a memorable experience”, says
Candice Layton, Director of The Achievement Zone. “Our vision was a Hollywood-style premiere, complete with red carpet, paparazzi and flowers for each
participant. The Algonquin Theatre helped
to make this a reality by donating
their beautiful theatre and making sure the entire event ran like
clockwork.”
The Arc thanks The Algonquin Theatre and everyone involved in this
event and the creation of the film.
The complete film is now available for viewing at
www.arcofmonmouth.org.
Adult Services
The Arc’s Achievement Centers are working hard to develop self-sustaining enterprises that
benefit the programs and the individuals they serve. One new project is the Eatontown
Craft Boutique, which is gaining popularity for its hand painted glassware, tea sets, vases
and pillows. The work created by program participants is truly beautiful – in fact, one set
of martini glasses sold for over $100 at the
last Winter Glow Ball!
Proceeds from the sale of these items are
evenly split between the participant who
created the sold piece and a special replenishment fund – so that additional supplies
can be purchased to create more of these
beautiful pieces.
Shopping can be done at the Centers at Eatontown (20 Meridian Road)
8:30-3:30, but it is recommended that you call ahead – (732) 389-2525. A
limited selection of items is also for sale at The Arc Center
(1158 Wayside Road, Tinton Falls).
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Holmdel Siblings Advocate During Autism Awareness Month
by Brett Colby, Director of Development
April was Autism Awareness Month, and one 7th grader and her brother marked the occasion in a very special way.
Catherine Vucetic, 13, is a student at the Ranney School in Tinton Falls.
Catherine is fast becoming a vocal advocate for her brother, Alex, 22.
In April of 2013, Catherine commemorated Autism Awareness Month with
a presentation about Alex to her 6th grade class. The goal of her speech
was to show students that Alex is no different than them, and the response
from students and teachers was tremendous.
This year, the school invited Catherine to make a similar presentation about Autism to the entire
middle school, grades 6-8.
Catherine and Alex care a great deal for one another. They trade glances
and smirks in that special way unique to siblings, which shows that they
understand each other without having to speak. Their hobbies even mirror one another – they both love to swim, and both play instruments – Alex
drums, Catherine double bass.
Alex is an excellent golfer, and plays on The Arc of Monmouth’s Recreation golf team. His game was so impressive,
in fact, that he was invited to play at The Arc’s 2013 Golf Classic at Deal Golf and Country Club. On June 16, 2014,
Alex and his parents will return to Deal for this year’s Golf Classic www.arcofmonmouth.org/golf.
The siblings live in Holmdel with their supportive parents, who encourage their love of theatre, music and electronics – the latter probably fostered by their father, whom they describe as a tech-guru. When Catherine has trouble
with her iPod, Alex helps her, and when Alex runs into computer difficulty, he turns to Catherine for guidance.
“Don’t be quick to judge – be welcoming and kind” Catherine advises when meeting someone with autism. “Treat
people with autism like you would treat anyone – because they are no different than the rest of us.”
The Arc of Monmouth applauds Catherine and Alex for being themselves – and helping to raise awareness during
this important month.
Congratulations to our
Recent College Graduates!
Health Services: Nurses Day
by Kristin Creed, Director of Health Services
While Nurses Day is officially celebrated on May 7, the nurses of
The Arc’s Health Services deserve to be celebrated every day of
the year. Their dedication to providing the best, most comprehensive and coordinated health care to every individual served
by the department drives the quality work that they do every
day.
On Wednesday, May 21, 2014, the Keep Achieving
(Kach) at Brookdale program graduated their second class. Samantha K., Thomas O., Gregory R.,
Christopher S., Zachary S., Jared W. and Tyshon W.
all completed their three years, and will be moving
on to many exciting new ventures. Thomas led the
audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, Samantha and Christopher sang the National Anthem
and both Zachary and Tyshon delivered very moving speeches. We are thrilled with the success of
this program, and looking forward to some exciting
changes in the next academic year.
The duties that they perform in the public eye are only a fraction
of the tasks that they get done on any given work day. Our nursing staff ensures that everyone’s healthcare needs are well taken
care of, whether greeting
a patient with warmth and
compassion, making sure
that their medication is in
order, or keeping prescriptions in accordance with
state standards.
Thank
you Angel, Chris Ann, Judy,
Margaret, Maria and Tracey
Nurses Maria Marquette, Angel Downing,
– you are simple the best
Tracey McIntyre, Judith Schroeder
nurses around.
Kach Photo by Allan Cohen
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The following donations were received between January 1 and May 15, 2014. This listing includes generous individuals, foundations
and corporations who donated to The Arc’s Annual Appeal as well as Special Events, Restricted Donations to WOC, Recreation, Employment Services and other programs. The Development Department makes every effort to publish names as requested.
Please report any omissions or misspelling to [email protected] or (732) 491-1919 ext. 122
Annual Appeal & Special Fund Donors
$10,000 and above
United Way of Monmouth
County
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph C. Roselle
Shore Point Distribung
Company
The Anabel Foundaon
$5,000-$9,999
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Acquaviva
Ms. Barbara Black
J & D Transportaon
JGS Insurance
Knights of Columbus Council
# 6391
Dennis & Michele Palmeri
Mr. & Mrs. Warren Swindlehurst
Brookdale Community College
$1,000-$4,999
Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Blank
Brookdale Community College
Ms. Francine Catanese
Mr. Anthony Codispo/
Interior Moves Corp
Investors Banks of Spring Lake
& Wall
Forest Electric/Turtle&Hughes
The Formisano Family
Eatontown TV & Appliance
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Imperial Sales
Joe Leone Italian Speciales
Mack-Cali Realty Corporation
Mrs. Judy Morris
New Jersey Natural Gas
Prudenal Foundaon
Ms. Evelyn Puig
Silverball Museum
TMC Marlboro, LLC
WithumSmith+Brown
$500-$999
Mr. Edward Ahart
Trademark Management
C & C Air Condioning & Heang
Mr. Bob Barry
The Brune Foundaon
Richard Catena Auto Wholesalers
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Chamberlain
Superior Officer’s Associaon
Newark Police
Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley
Mr. Sco Fahey
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Giamanco
Rotary Foundaon, Asbury Park
Ecostar Pest Management
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Hooker
Aunt Jayne’s Seasoning
G.B. Ltd./ Byron Real Estate
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lame
Mr. John LaVecchia
Mr. & Mrs. Vito Lione
Applebees (Doherty Enterprises)
McGuigan Tombs & Company, P.C.
Nutrion Treatment Center
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur V. Murphy
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Murphy
Italian American Associaon
of Ocean
BP Sales Group
Lawson, Rescinio, Schibell &
Associates
Freehold Township PBA #208
Bell Container
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Wimpenny
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Woertz
BNY Mellon Community
Partnership
$250-$499
Mr. Robert Angel & David
Linnocent-Cooke
Ms. Patricia Abramson
Mr. & Mrs. Mahew Baldassano
Ms. Chrisna Basile
Mr. John Bauer
Ms. Sandra Bauman
Mr. George Becker
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Bey
Earth Treasures
Office Concepts Group
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Cantor
Ms. Tracey Carra
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Colondrillo
Mr. Tom Coyne
Mr. Joseph D’Agostaro
Dr. & Mrs. Anthony DeNoia
CohnReznick
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Drazin
Dr. & Mrs. Norman Einhorn
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Esposito
Mr. & Mrs Philip Fina
Mr. & Mrs. George Foley
Ms. Mariea Freeman
Gaughran Law Firm
Mr. Albert Giobbie, PNC Bank
Mrs. Francine Goldberg
Encon Mechanical Corp.
Mr. & Mrs. David Henderson
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Hinds
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Kammerer
Mr. Thomas Kober & Mrs. Abbey Feiler-Kober
Cardner’s Barber Shop
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony LeLand
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Lore
VFW Gimbel Lehy Quirk Post # 2225
Mr. Richard Maser
Mr. David Messer, Esq.
Dr. & Mrs. Anthony Micale
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Mitchell
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Murphy
Dr. & Mrs. Kenneth Nahum
Mr. Timothy O’Leary
Declan & Heather O’Scanlon
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Palmeri, Jr.
Knights of Columbus Council # 15011
Ms. Victoria Papailiou
Crystal Inn Motel
Mr. & Mrs. Markus Peter
Mr. Chrisan Peter
Ms. Karen Rafiqi
Atlanc Irrigaon
Noontime Optimist Club, Freehold
Shrewsbury Animal Hospital
Mr. & Mrs. Rocco Ruggiero
Ms. Luann Stavola
Mega Pumps LP
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur M. Tambaro
Mr. Peter Van Slyke
Campbell-Ventola Inc.
Ms. Kim Wehrli
Mr. & Mrs. Weiss
Mr. Joseph
Zawistowski
Funding Factory
$100-$249
Mr. Bob Allison
Ms. Emanuela Angelo
Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Bergen
Ms. Michele Bernich
Ms. Patricia Bingham
Mr. John Blaney
Sckel Packaging
Mr. Douglas C. Borton
Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Brager
Mrs. Joan Lydia Braverman
Ms. Sherrie Brion
Mr. & Mrs. August Buckalo
Ms. Eva Cavallo
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Colao
Ms. Barbara Coomber
Mr. Angelo Coppolino
Mr. & Mrs. John Cullen
Mr. & Mrs. John Dalton
Ms. Diane Davis
Ms. Zoraida DeCarlo
Mr. Bernia Denegar
Ms. Eugenia DeRosa
Mr. Blake DeSimone
Mr. Michael DeSimone
Mr. Michael Devine
Ms. Charloe DeVita
Dr. & Mrs. Gerald DiMaso
Mr. Michael DiMauro
Ms. Rose Donato
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Dweck
Mr. & Mrs. Ian Eagle
Ms. Marianne Earle
Mr. Marn Epstein
Fay Dental
Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Fleischman
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Fleischman
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Flynn
Ms. Francine Forte
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Friedel
Mr. & Mrs. James Gasek
Mr. Jay Gelbein
Mrs. Veronica Ginda
Mr. John Grona
Verisk Analycs
Ms. Gina Haake
Old Bridge Elks Lodge # 2228
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Hannah
Ms. Vonda Hays
Ms. Wendy Holsey
West Long Branch Speech &
Hearing Center
Senator & Mrs. Joseph Kyrillos
Mr. & Mrs. Rene Labaton
Ms. Mary Luongo
Ms. Carolyn Lupi
Gallagher Rerement Services
Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Magliozzi
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Malibashka
Mr. Patrick Manion
Ms. Barbara Martelli
Ms. Karen Marzulli
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Maa
Ms. Kathleen Maude
McOmber & McOmber, P.C.
Ms. Joan Meehan
Ms. Phyllis Mirro
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Morogiello
Mrs. Virginia Morogiello
Complete Security Systems
Clipped Wings
Mr. & Mrs. Sean Murphy
Mr. Timothy Murphy
Mr. Jim Napoleon
Mr. Thomas Palmeri
Mr. Samuel Peluso, Esq.
Ms. Irene Pershep
New Horizons Screening &
Prinng
Kiwanis Club of Kings Plaza,
Canarsie
Mr. & Mrs. Roy Pick
Ms. Joyce Quarles
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Razzano
Arthur Reiff
Mr. Robert Revell
Mr. & Mrs. Brayton Round
Jackson Lewis LLP
Ms. Chrisna Sciscione
Ms. Mary Sco
Mr. Ariel Segal
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Sheahan
Ms. Karen Smith
Dr. & Mrs. Allan Solden
Ms. Sherry Solden
Mr. & Mrs. Sonders
Ms. Kerry Spieker
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sussman
Tinton Falls PBA Local # 250
Ms. Ann Marie
Terranova
Mr. Peter Alan Terry
Mr. & Mrs. Roger
Trendowski
Ms. Michele Visceglia
Ms. Patricia Washington
Mr. & Mrs. Rod Webster
DTW Consulng Group LLC
Ms. Mary Weir
Merck Partnership for Giving
Nelson, Fromer, Crocco &
Jordan
Trans Experts, LLC (AAMCO
Transmissions)
Maaco Auto Painng
Benne ’s Auto Recovery, Inc.
UBS Matching Gis
Leave a Lasting Legacy
Have you chosen to honor The Arc as part of your estate planning?
Including The Arc of Monmouth in your will or estate gains you entry into our Heritage Society.
This special kind of commitment ensures that The Arc will remain in operation for generations to come.
Legacy Members are honored with a private annual dinner and a place in The Arc’s history.
For more information, or to let us know if you’ve already honored The Arc in your will,
please contact [email protected] or (732) 493-1919 ext. 120.
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Members
Memberships are vital to the success of The Arc. Members receive discounts to Recreation programs
and a subscription to this newsletter. These memberships received between 1/1/14-5/15/14
Presidents Council
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bingham Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Calvin Chamberlin
Benefactor
Mrs. Claire Adams
Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Bergen
Ms. Vonda Hays
Mr. & Mrs. Barry Karafin
Ms. Margaret Martarano
Mr. Brad Reiter
Mr. Howard Rombey
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Schildhorn
Patron
Mrs. Barbara Gebhardt
Ms. Linda Glazebrook
Ms. Elaine Gray
Ms. Leticia Legaspi
Mr. & Mrs. James McConnell
Mr. & Mrs. John Dagostino
Mr. Stephen Dark
Mrs. Dianna Davies
Mr. & Mrs. Angelo DeRosa
Ms. Eugenia DeRosa
Ms. La Eisha Dickerson
Ms. Rose Donato
Mr. Donald Dries
Mr. & Mrs. William Fleming
Mr. Terrence Geant
Ms. Jewel Giarratana
Mrs. Veronica Ginda
Mr. & Mrs. Allan Goldberg
Ms. Evelyn Haberman
Ms. Carmela Haggan
Mr. Thomas Heleotis
Mr. Thomas Hoagland
Mr. Lee F. Horney II
Ms. Lorraine Houlihan
Mr. & Mrs. John Kalman
Ms. Keri Pastore
Ms. Bess Peterson
Ms. Anne Pontecorvo
Ms. Constance Ricci
Ms. Joan Stroik
Mr. Walter Wolejsza
Mr. Steven Zide
Supporting Member
Mr. Maxwell Wobser
Member
Mr. Michael Altschuler
Mr. Ralph Aviles
Mrs. Joan Berger
Ms. Karen Brodfuhrer
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Bruno
Ms. Maria Buckland
Ms. Rosa Carter
Mr. Anthony Chadwick
Mr. Brian Savola
Mr. & Mrs. Carl
Schellenberger
Mr. Francis Sellinger
Ms. Christina Severs
Mr. Ronald Shough
Ms. Marlene Sica
Ms. Lois Sievewright
Ms. Karen Slonski
Ms. Kristina Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Thompson
Ms. Paula Thorogood
Ms. Marie Tufano
Ms. Gloria Weilandis
Ms. Harriet Weiss
Ms. Theresa Whitelock-Daley
Ms. Virginia Wilbert
Mr. Mark Witkowsky
Mr. John Kline
Mr. Richard Kramer
Ms. Samantha Kudrick
Mr. Allen Lupian
Ms. Joan Mangini
Mr. Charles Marion
Ms. Marie Mascaro
Mr. Michael McConnell
Mr. Stephen Meisner
Mr. & Mrs.
Nicholas Miele
Ms. Phyllis Mirro
Mrs. Muriel Murphy
Mr. Brendan O'Connor
Mr. & Mrs. Jan Oldak
Mr. Thomas Orsini
Ms. Joyce Quarles
Ms. Belle Rosenbloom
Ms. Carol Roussell
Ms. Tracy Sanok
Memorials & Special Gifts
Received 1/1/14-5/15/14
In memory of Mary Ann Flynn
(continued)
Domenick &
Carolyn Angelosante
Ms. Mary Mullin
In memory of Daniel Brady
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas &
Ms. Kathleen Melnykevich
In memory of
Laurie McCabe
Judith Hilton
The Woman's Club
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew J. Brislin
In memory of
of Spring Lake
Dustin Friedland
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Gates
In memory of Marie Kelsey
Ms. Robin Murrin
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Dowling
Mr. & Mrs. Ed Dustman
The McNiff Families
In memory of Elie Yankow
Ms. Patricia Flynn
Ms. Lucille Solden
In memory of Mark Weiss
Mr. Alan Pavelchak
Mrs. Joan Mitchell
Mr. Christopher Pflug
Mrs. Marie Sigismondi
In memory of
Ms. Kerry Spieker
Helen Golubov
Ms. Marjorie Reynik
In memory of Mary Ann Flynn
Mr. & Mrs.
Ms. Kathleen Kiernan
Ms. Marjorie Black
Michael Wunsch
St. Teresa School
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Leonard
Ms. Kelsey Coomber
Athletic Association
Ms. Patricia Sheehan
Ms. Angelica Weber
Mr. Andrew Hunt
Mr. & Mrs. John Nason
Ms. Mary Tarby
Mrs. Eileen Barrett
Gerald & Marion Flynn
Ms. Cynthia LeFever
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Nason
Jack & Kathy Owens
In memory of
Bernadette Sgambati
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Goode
Mr. & Mrs. Bill Goode
In memory of
John J. McDermott, Jr.
Ms. Maureen Morrissey
Mr. & Mrs. Edmond Dozois
Mr. & Mrs. John Chappell
In memory of
Arthur Silverman
Mrs. Ranka Vucetic
In memory of
Sarah Santonello
Richard & Carol Lame
In memory of
Joseph Wier
Ms. Dorothy Barrett
In memory of
William Donahue
Mrs. Joan Colondrillo
In memory of Maria Villa
Dr. & Mrs. Evelio Bofill
In memory of
William H. Ecker
Ms. Lois Bolt
In memory of
Mrs. Romelia Gonzalez
Dr. & Mrs. Evelio Bofill
In memory of
Teresa Chaviano
Dr. & Mrs. Evelio Bofill
Mr. & Mrs. Alberto Munoz
Happy Birthday to
Sean Douty
Mr. Harry Douty
Happy Birthday to
Cassidy Davis
Mr. Harry Douty
In memory of
Nancy Dexter
Mr. Harry Douty
Get Involved!
There are many ways to make a contribution to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency.
Merchandise:
Memberships:
___ Regular Member ($25)
___ Supporting Member ($35)
___ Patron ($50)
___ Benefactor ($100)
___ President’s Council ($200)
65th Anniversary Dinner (October 17)
__ Water Glass ($7)
__ Grocery Tote ($5)
__ Canvas Travel
Chair ($20)
__ Polo Shirt ($22) Size __
__ Sweatshirt ($25) Size__
__ Hoodie ($29) Size__
__ Hoodie w/Zipper ($39)
Size__
___ Reservations x $40 per ticket = $ _____
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Humanitarian Award Recipient
Tim McLoone
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Navesink Country Club
www.arcofmonmouth.org/winterglow
Your Support as an Attendee, Volunteer or Sponsor
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For information about these and other programs, contact us:
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