417 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
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417 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
417 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 December 2015 Published four times a year The Choices We Have…. Christine Wagner, SSJ I was recently at a Healthcare Roundtable with a key note speaker from the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation. This Foundation is well known for innovative funding to large and small projects which will improve the overall health status of people. One phrase from her talk caught my attention because it so connected with our Rochester experience of intransigent poverty and local efforts to address it. “The choices we can make are limited to the choices we have.” The Rochester Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative and ACT Rochester out of the Rochester Area Community Foundation have done a wonderful job of naming the measure of poverty that individuals and families live with on a daily basis. You have read the statistics: over half of our children live in poverty; Rochester is the fifth poorest city in the country, with the most people living in dire poverty. “The choices we can make are limited to the choices we have.” Getting out of poverty in Rochester right now has much more to do with needed system change than individual choice. Poverty can come quickly, but it tends to hang around a long time. We see this every day at St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center. People continue to make wrenching choices between health care insurance versus the other basics of life. This is despite the Issue # 77 opportunities that the Affordable Care Act has put in place. The affordable choices are still limited for many people – you can’t choose something you have no financial access to. The Center is currently accepting twice as many patients per month than we are discharging. We are enrolling people in primary health care, mental health counseling, dental, chiropractic and other specialties because there are no other options available. You continue to make this possible with your donations and gifts. Every gift counts towards the health of each of our patients and clients. Every gift impacts patient health and the ability of the Center to function at a high level of readiness and flexibility. Thank you to those who have contributed to our Fall Appeal and to those who will. Thank you for participating in the fun of ROC the Day! It is an insane day for us as we try to get as many people involved in ROC Giving as possible. Thank you for responding to our wish list, these items are essential for our day to day operations. Our wishes for you are happy holidays, grace poured out on you and your family, health and well-being in large measure and prospects of peace for our city, country and world. Thank you for all you do to care for those in our community, our neighbors. MEG’S GIFT FOUNDATION PRESENTS $60,000 TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER “Meg’s Gift,” is a new foundation, formed by family and friends of Megan Garbach, who sadly, lost her battle with depression on February 17, 2014 at the age of 27. But when does something so bad end up making something really good happen? “Being able to give back to those in need, those who struggle with mental health issues, is what Meg's Gift is all about,” says Megan’s father, Ray Garbach. A first-time “Meg's Gift” Golf Tournament, held by the Foundation on August 15th, was a resounding success, with over 230 golfers on two courses and almost 500 people at the dinner afterwards. “The community reached out with overwhelming support. We are pleased to present St. Joseph's Neighborhood Center with a $60,000 check from the fruits of our labor,” continued Ray. “We find that the Neighborhood Center is a well-run organization that provides compassionate services tending to the physical, mental and social needs of people with insufficient health insurance. We are pleased to present the event’s proceeds to this very worthy organization. Megan would be proud to help an organization like the Neighborhood Center. ” Sr. Christine Wagner, Executive Director of the Neighborhood Center, along with Board President Robert Thompson, accepted the proceeds raised from this inaugural event. “These funds will be an enormous help to us as we provide medical and mental health care to those in need,” said Christine. We are honored that you have chosen the Neighborhood Center to receive this meaningful gift, and we are truly overwhelmed by your success and your generosity.” Representing the Foundation are family members Elizabeth Pilato Messina, Roberta Bufano Pilato, Tim Garbach, Kathy Bufano Garbach, Deacon Ray Garbach, with Christine Wagner, SSJ, SJNC Executive Director, Katie Garbach Scalzo, Betty Bufano, Robert Thompson, SJNC Board of Directors, Theresa Garbach Mc Cormick with daughter Mary, and Douglas Bufano. 2 The Neighborhood Center Builds Mental Health Awareness R ecent gifts to the Neighborhood Center from Meg’s Gift Foundation and Mary Ann Palermo, along with collaborative efforts in the community with agencies such as the Mental Health Association, NAMI, URMC Warner School, NASW Genesee Valley, Greater Rochester Collaborative MSW program of Brockport and Nazareth College and Rochester Psychiatric Center have enabled the Neighborhood Center to present several recent events focused on building Mental Health awareness. In October, the Center hosted a panel discussion on “Millennials, Hope and Depression.” The October 28th discussion focused on "Breaking the Silence Around Suicide Among Millennials." Suicide is the third leading cause of death for this age group. Four panelists, Christiawn, Isabelle, Brittany and Sharda, who had each attempted suicide, shared their past experience and discussed the hope that has carried them to where they are today. The event, held at RPC, was facilitated by Sheila Briody, SSJ, Co-Director of Counseling and Community Works, and was co-sponsored by Meg's Gift Foundation, the Mental Health Association, NAMI, RPC and Mary Anne Palermo. “Re-Imagining our Responses to Hardship, Oppression and Trauma,” a two-day workshop, was held November 12 and 13. The Neighborhood Center presented this workshop at REOC. Guest speakers included Vikki Reynolds, PhD and Ken Hardy, PhD; both known internationally for their work in this area. More than 120 guests attended the event, many of them licensed Clinical Social Workers or Marriage and Family Therapists, as well as Master's students in these fields. Special thanks to sponsors: Mary Ann Palermo, URMC Warner School, NASW Genesee Valley, Greater Rochester Collaborative MSW program of Brockport and Nazareth College, Mental Health Association, Spiritus Christi Mental Health Center, URMC Family Therapy Training Program and UB School of Social Work. “Mental health care is very important in our practice at the Neighborhood Center,” said Christine Wagner, SSJ, Executive Director. “We believe in treating the whole person. Medical conditions and financial hardship can affect one’s stress levels and anxiety. Conversely, one’s mental state may cause physical changes for patients. We address each client’s bio/mental/spiritual health.” Staff members Sheila Briody, SSJ, LMFT, D.Min, and Michael Boucher, LCSW, coordinated the event and are pictured here with Dr.’s Reynolds and Hardy. At right, Dr. Reynolds addresses 120 attendees on day one, during her second visit to Rochester for a workshop with the Neighborhood Center. 3 SJNC Board Member honored: Steve Smith named Robert Clinger Fundraising Professional of the Year A HALLOWEEN HAPPENING AND A BREAKFAST SUCCESS O ur thanks to the Women's Club of Pittsford, Zonta International, Creative Caterers and the Clover Street Baptist Temple, for putting on a wonderful breakfast to benefit the Neighborhood Center, held October 31. More than 260 people attended the event, and helped to raise $2,000 for the Center's programs. A nearly sold-out baked goods sale also contributed to the $2,000 profit. Congratulations to Elaine Sunday, winner of the door prize, a fall kitchen basket. “I had a wonderful time,” said breakfast guest Rev C. Raymond Probst. “This was such a nice way to start my day and help out the Neighborhood Center.” We are most grateful to the Clover Street Baptist Temple, which has hosted the breakfast for many years. The Temple has re-opened as the Clover Center for Arts and Spirituality, providing space for art, music, faith and education. Visit www.theclovercenter.com for more information. S teve Smith, Board member, long-time donor and friend of the Neighborhood Center, was awarded the Robert Clinger Outstanding Fundraising Professional award at the AFP National Philanthropy Day luncheon held on November 6th, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center. Steve is Vice President and Chief Development Officer for St. Ann’s Community, but shares his volunteer time with the Neighborhood Center. “Steve is a cherished friend and a wonderful volunteer for the Neighborhood Center,” said Christine Wagner, SSJ, Executive Director. “He has a passion for changing our community for the common good. Steve has a kind spirit and his skill sets are numerous. He has been generous in sharing those skills with us to run a past capital campaign, to recruit sponsors for our annual auction, and to raise funds yearround. He has clearly helped us to grow and to be successful over the years. This honor is welldeserved!” Many congratulations to Steve, Outstanding Fundraising Professional! HAVE YOU GIVEN TO THE 2015 FALL APPEAL? T he 2015 Fall Appeal has raised $70,000 to date. As you know, these funds directly benefit the Center’s day to day operating expenses. Your support is greatly needed and appreciated. Our goal is $100,000. If you have not donated to the Fall Appeal yet, please send in your contribution today! St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center, Inc. 417 South Avenue Rochester, NY 14618 4 Wade and Lisa Norwood to Chair 2016 Auction and Party The Neighborhood Center is grateful to: The W.R. and Dorothy Brogan Fund for Client Emergency support First Unitarian Church Greater Good Committee for Women on the Move support The Mary S. Mulligan Charitable Trust for a staff development grant J MVP Health Care for pharmacy support oin us for “Heaven and Hell, Halos and Horns” the Neighborhood Center’s annual party and auction to be held June 1, 2016 at Temple B’rith Kodesh. “This is going to be fun,” said Chairperson Wade Norwood, Chief Strategy Officer for Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency. Wade and his wife Lisa, Assistant Dean of Engineering at the University of Rochester visited the Center last week. “The event is for a wonderful cause and I think we will have a lot of fun with this theme,” said Wade. “The Center carries out such important work in the community; I’m pleased to be part of this effort.” Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange for Women on the Move support The Genetaska Club of Rochester, Inc., who hosted a fashion show on August 30th at Midvale Country Club. Proceeds from the show netted $2,500 for the Center, which was presented to Christine Wagner, SSJ, Executive Director, on Friday, October 23rd. Seated are Arlene Liberti and Rose Tacito; standing are Joan Rall and Chris Wagner. Neighbor to Neighbor In Your Mailbox… W ould you like to receive your copy of “Neighbor to Neighbor” in your electronic mailbox instead of your street-side mailbox? Just send an email requesting the change to Katherine McCormick at [email protected]. It’s as simple as that. We do the rest. You will be helping the Neighborhood Center save printing and postage costs. Thank you for considering this option. 5 Memorial and Tribute Gifts Memorials and tribute gifts to St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center are a fitting way to honor the memory of a loved one or pay tribute to that special someone. All memorial gifts will be acknowledged to a designated family member; tribute gifts to the recipient and to the donor. Extra envelopes are available. Please call Katherine at 585-325-5260. We are grateful for the following gifts received August 2015 thru October 2015. Honors In honor of Susan Atkinson Mr. and Mrs. Tom Maier In honor of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Bradybaugh Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brillian In honor of Gussie Brewer Sr. Bea Ganley In honor of Rosemary Briody Margaret Briody and Richard Muir Theresa Hultz Fred and Kathy Keller Patricia Plumeri Christine Redfield and family In honor of Robert and Sue DeRosa Mr. and Mrs. Glen Pezzulo In honor of George Feeney Roxanne Feeney In honor of Dr. Warren Glaser Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Asselin Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Clark In honor of Patricia Hammele Dr. Therese Lynch In honor of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Iacovangelo Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wurtz In honor of Josephine Meleo Gloria Foster In honor of Deacon John Payne Rev. Raymond Booth In honor of Ann Wallace and Ed Pettinella Mr. and Mrs. John Weinmann In honor of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Ragusa Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brillian In honor of Julie and Giovanni Ruggiero Mr. and Mrs. Joe Callan Mary P. Chappell Mr. and Mrs. James Grassi Mr. and Mrs. James Heberger In honor of Anna Young Eileen Hurley Memorials In memory of Bonnie Feely William Feely In memory of Anthony Foti Fredericka Macek In memory of Megan Garbach Mr. and Mrs. Edward Murphy Julie and Giovanni Ruggiero In memory of Dr. Marvin Goldstein Mr. and Mrs. Alan Lupack In memory of Toby Hayes Margaret Hayes In memory of Donald Hook Marilyn Hook In memory of Joe Julian Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeMaria In memory of Mike Keefe Margaret Broidy In memory of Sally Keenan Mr. and Mrs. Donald Santini In memory of Ronald Kier Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kier In memory of Anne Marie Maloney Fredericka Macek In memory of Evelyn Muir Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Curran Mr. and Mrs. Duane Smullen Shawn Tedesco In memory of Leon Randall Margaret Johnson In memory of Joseph Resch Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeMaria In memory of Jenny Smith Mr. and Mrs. Roger Merrill In memory of Cecilia and Robert Wagner Katherine McCormick In memory of James Wagner Harriet Wagner Create a Legacy Become of member of the Center’s Evergreen Society. Please remember St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center in your will. “Of course, St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center offers healthcare and other support services. But, what is most important is that anyone who walks through the door is treated with respect. We want to see that the good work of the Center is continued.” Lawrence Belle and Bernadette Reidy Evergreen Society St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center Evergreen Society: Larry Belle and Bernadette Reidy Nancy Kent* Bonnie Cole* Catherine Metzger* John Gleason Helen Powers* Arlene Helget *Deceased We are most grateful to the Evergreen Society members listed above for ensuring that the good work of the Center will continue into the future. Have you considered making a legacy gift to the Center? There are many options available to make a planned gift to the Center, including listing the Center as a beneficiary in your will, insurance policy or pension plan. Other options include establishing a charitable remainder trust or making a gift of property. For more information about planned giving or the Evergreen Society, call Anne McKenna, Director of Development at 585-325-5260 or email Anne at: [email protected]. 6 St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center Wish List EXTRA HELPS Personal-size hygiene products: soap, shampoo, deodorant, lotion, toothpaste, individually wrapped toothbrushes Disposable razors Wegmans or Tops gift cards - $10 or $15 Gas cards - $10 10-ride city bus passes - Available at Wegmans or Tops 2016 Calendars 2016 Day Planners/Portfolios for the Women on the Move Program KITCHEN SUPPLIES Coffee - regular Tea bags - regular Instant hot cocoa Coffee creamer (powdered) Jams and jellies Aluminum foil Napkins Kleenex Paper towels Toilet paper Gallon-size and sandwich-size food storage bags 13 gallon tall kitchen trash bags 33 gallon black trash bags OFFICE SUPPLIES Yellow legal pads, 8½ x 11 Copy paper, 8½ x 11 #10 business envelopes Glue sticks Pens Postage stamps—forever stamps Staples gift cards CLEANING SUPPLIES Dryer sheets Disinfectant wipes (eg. Clorox wipes) Aerosol air fresheners (subtle scants) Toilet bowl cleaner / toilet brushes Items may be dropped off at St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center 417 South Avenue • Rochester, NY 14620 585-325-5260 www.sjncenter.org Please fell free to copy the wish list and pass it on to family members, friends and co-workers. DO YOU SHOP ONLINE? Shop at Amazon Smile (smile.amazon.com) and Amazon will donate a percentage of your purchase to St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center. Get started here: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1176792 7 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Rochester, NY Permit #1516 St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center 417 South Avenue Rochester, NY 14620 Monthly Executive Breakfasts ---Come and Learn More W is December 1st! Logon to www.roctheday.org Please designate your gift to the Neighborhood Center! ho doesn’t like breakfast? Our monthly breakfast chats are informative, eye-opening and delicious, and a great way to introduce potential volunteers and supporters to St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center. Invite your friends and colleagues, your favorite group. Maybe you already are a volunteer but would like to know more. Reserve your place at the table today! Breakfasts are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. We begin with a brief tour, then serve up a hearty breakfast along with an informative chat explaining how people are served at the Center. Place your reservation with Anne McKenna at 585-325-5260 or [email protected]. Upcoming 2016 Executive Breakfasts: January 20 February 17 March 16