October 2013 Newsletter

October 2013
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
President
Charles McBrady
Vice President
Fred Pape III
Treasurer
Daniel Moynihan
Secretary
Randy Ford
DIRECTORS
Walter Allan, MD
Dean Alofs
Stuart Cayer, DC
Michelle Chumsae
Daniel J. Honan
John Massengill
Richard Michaud
Jason Rayne, JD
Michele Rock, DO
Theresa Sampietro
E. William Stockmeyer
Timothy Thompson
Scott Wentzell
Executive Director
Mark Ryder
Morrison Center Expands to Wells
For the first time in our 60+ year history, Morrison Center has expanded its services to further meet the needs of the residents of York County by opening a new campus in Wells,
Maine. Due to an increased demand for services, the uncomfortable travel time for many
of the York County children and adult clients we serve, and a lack of educational and therapeutic resources for individuals with disabilities in the area, Morrison Center is thrilled to
now offer facilities and programming in that region.
Just like our programs in Scarborough, our new Wells
Center will offer an unwavering commitment to each individual’s needs; educational, therapeutic, habilitative and
recreational offerings; and a highly skilled team of educators, therapists and direct-care professionals.
Prominently located at 526 Post Road (Route 1) in Wells,
we are very excited about the opportunities this location
will provide. One exciting aspect is that the property has
eight acres—which will give
the Center room to expand if necessary to meet future
needs in York County.
Staff at the new facility include special education teachers
ed techs, a team of therapists and an on-site registered
nurse, as well as direct support professionals (DSPs) to support the growing adult day program. The new Center offers
a range of diverse programs including: an integrated preschool and childcare, a K-12 special purpose school, specialized support programs for adults, case management and
a variety of therapy services.
After much anticipation, and a great deal of dedication
and hard work from staff and board members, our
new Wells location officially opened for services on
Monday, October 7th.
We encourage you to follow our progress on Facebook and our website—or stop by for a visit. We also
invite all to celebrate this milestone by attending an
Open House scheduled for Wednesday, October 30th
from 3pm-6pm!
Top picture: Morrison Center, Wells located at 526 Post Road (US Rt 1)
Middle picture: Dakota participating in a therapy session with Kayla
Bottom picture: Classroom for our elementary school-age students
60 Chamberlain Road, Scarborough, ME 04074 * 526 Post Road (US Rt 1), Wells, ME 04090
www.morrison-maine.org
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Remembering Jack Conley
On September 19th, under a clear blue sky of beautiful, late summer weather, Morrison Center celebrated the life of Jack Conley with the dedication of a new gazebo on our Scarborough Campus. The gazebo
was made possible by a very special memorial gift from the
family of Jack Conley. Jack was a long-time participant in the
Seedling Program and passed away nearly 2 years ago. There
were lots of laughs—and a few tears—as members of Jack’s
family, along with Morrison staff, shared fond memories and
stories. Guests enjoyed cider and donuts, as well as the music
of Celtic Harpist Julie Selser. The fully accessible gazebo will
allow consumers and students to enjoy being outdoors during
the fall, spring, and summer months. A heartfelt thank you to
the Conley family for this wonderful tribute!
Above: Family members Nancy & Charlie Conley share their memories.
Right: A plaque dedicated to Jack sits in front of the new gazebo.
Scenes from our First Week in Wells
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20th Annual “Shot in the Dark” Golf Tournament a Success!
Friday, September 6th marked the 20th Anniversary of Morrison Center’s “Shot in the Dark”
Golf Tournament. In keeping with tradition, this unique evening and fundraiser was held at
the beautiful Purpoodock Club in Cape Elizabeth. We were thrilled that the weather once
again cooperated and provided a cool, clear night (relatively bug-free!) for the Center’s biggest fundraiser of the year. The evening kicked off with a putting contest and social hour, followed by dinner and a spirited auction that included Celtics, Patriots & Nascar tickets, a stay at the Chebeague Island Inn, a Sugarloaf golf get-a-way, and a Thos Moser rocker to name
a few of the fantastic items. This year, close to 100 people attended,
including 14 teams of golfers who braved the dark course equipped
with flashlights and glow-in-the-dark golf balls. Because of the generosity of many donors, sponsors, golfers and attendees, the evening
raised over $18,000 for Morrison Center programs & activities!
Pictured at left: Auction chair Dan Honan with Holly Lancaster, who had the winning bid for the Thos. Moser rocker.
On right: Nancy Thompson participates in the putting contest.
Silver Sponsors:
Black Bear Medical • DrummondWoodsum • Legg Mason
Merrill Lynch • Pape Chevrolet
Bronze Sponsors:
Michaud Distributors • Zachau Construction
Hole Sponsors:
Cathleen Bowen, CPA, PA • Chadwick-BaRoss, Inc.
Hutchins Trucking Co. • Maine Neonatology Associates
ScienceWorks for ME
Shot Sponsors:
Alps, Inc. • Biddeford Savings
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Contributing Sponsors:
American Beacon Advisors • American Century Investments
Assurant • Biddeford Savings • Chebeague Island Inn
Congress Associates, LLC • Dan Honan • Harvard Pilgrim
Legg Mason • Macpage, LLC • Michaud Distributors
Nappi Distributors • Pacific Life • Pape Chevrolet •
Portland Harbor Hotel • Portland Pie Co.
Portland Regency & Spa • Pro Search, Inc.• Purpoodock •
Springer’s Jewelers • Sugarloaf • Thos. Moser •
Tim Thompson • Transamerica Capital, Inc. •
Zachau Construction
Reserve your Holiday Wreaths Today!
12” Wreath @ $15/each
Qty: _______ =
$____________
18” Wreath @ $18/each
Qty: _______ =
$____________
36” Wreath @ $28/each
Qty: _______ =
$____________
Total = $____________
Name:_____________________________________________________
Phone and/or email:__________________________________________
(We will contact you when wreaths are ready for pick-up!)
Wreaths will be lightly decorated and will be ready the first week of December.
To reserve your wreath(s), please return this order form & payment, no later than Nov. 20th to:
Morrison Center, Attn: Meghan Smith, 60 Chamberlain Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
Please make checks payable to Morrison Center. Payment must be received to reserve your order.
Questions? Call Meghan @ 883-6680 or [email protected]
3
60 Chamberlain Rd.
PO Box 1539
Scarborough, ME 04070-1539
Phone: 207.883.6680
Fax:
207.833-6695
Web: www.morrison-maine.org
Save the Date for this family-friendly, festive event!
5th Annual Holiday Craft Fair,
Poinsettia, & Wreath Sale
Please Join us at Morrison Center on
Saturday, December 7th from 9AM—2PM.
Handmade crafts from local crafters, raffles, holiday plants,
wreaths, baked goods & homemade lunch, facepainting, Santa & more!
Crafter tables still available…! FMI call Meghan @ 883-6680 x102 or [email protected]
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & PROGRAMS
October
10/14 Columbus Day, Center closed
10/23 School Program—Early Release Day @ 12:30
10/28 “Mix & Mingle” 5-7pm Halloween Party!
10/29 Board meeting 8am
10/30 Open House in Wells; 3pm-6pm—all welcome!
November
11/1
School Program—End of 1st quarter
11/8
School Program—Early Release @ 12:30
11/11 Veterans Day: Center closed for Agency-wide Professional
Development Day
11/25 “Mix & Mingle” 5-7pm
11/26
Board meeting 8am (in Wells)
11/27-29 School & Preschool Program—Thanksgiving break
11/28&29 Thanksgiving break, Center closed
December
12/7
Holiday Craft Fair, Poinsettia, & Wreath Sale 9am-2pm
12/17 Board meeting 8am
12/20 Consumer Holiday Party – Families & caregivers
welcome!
12/20 School Program—Early Release Day @ 12:30
12/25 & 26 Christmas Holiday, Center closed
12/23 – 1/1 Preschool & School Programs closed for holiday break
12/30 “Mix & Mingle” 5pm-7pm
Don’t miss the Poinsettia & Wreath Sale
in our Greenhouses!
Open Mon-Fri, 8:30am - 4pm
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