SPOTLIGHTS
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SPOTLIGHTS
SPECIAL NEIGHBORS, INC. SPOTLIGHTS May August 2014 Connecting lives through Relationships and Community Inside this Issue: THE MILE STARTS HERE Cultural Competency 2 Strategic Plan 2 Volunteers 3 Neighborhood News 3 Fundraiser 4 Volunteers 4 Heartland CFC 5 United Way Giving 5 Donations/Wish List 6 Donations/Wish List 7 MeraVic 8 White Oaks is participating in “The Mile Starts Here” 2014 walking program that is sponsored by the Independence Health Department. A mile route that takes place every Wednesday from May 7th to October 29th at 9 a.m., rotating between six Independence parks and trails. During the weekly walks they have had the Mile Starts Here Participants opportunity to share with many community leaders about Special Neighbors. Along with White Oaks staff and several of the individuals we support, Betty Hartwig and Sandi Wilhelmsen, SNI Board Members, have joined Penny & Robin in on the weekly walks in the park. It is open to the public and free. What a great way to partner with the Independence Health Department and promote health at Special Neighbors! PICNIC IN THE PARK Special Neighbors had a great day in the park on June 7th. We had our doubts if the picnic would go on as scheduled, but we got a break in the rain and the picnic went on as planned. We had a wonderful turnout, with almost 100 people in attendance. Picnic in the Park is a free event for participants and their family members. We were able to host the picnic thanks to the generous support of our local community; including, HyVee, Apple Market, Price Chopper, Wal-Mart, Target and Roma Bakery. Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the picnic in the park with friends, family members and staff. Mary & Amy Pam & her staff Duane, Mary & Lexi WHAT IS CULTURAL COMPETENCY? What is Cultural Competency? Cultural competence refers to an ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds, particularly in the context of human resources, non-profit organizations, and government agencies whose employees work with persons from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds. Cultural competence comprises four components: Awareness of one’s own cultural, attitude towards cultural differences, knowledge of different cultural practices and cross-cultural skills. In August, Special Neighbors conducted their first training on Cultural Competency for all staff to attend. We learned that developing cultural competence results in an ability to understand, communicate with and effectively interact with people across different cultures. We did several exercises in the training that made us evaluate the way we view different cultures, whether it be race, age, gender or religion. STRATEGIC PLAN ~ FOCUSED ON OUR FUTURE In May, the Special Neighbors Board met for their annual strategic planning meeting in an effort to produce fundamental decisions and actions that shape and guide what Special Neighbors is, what it does, and why it does it, with a focus on the future. Annually, the Board of Special Neighbors meets to develop a plan that will guide our direction for the future. The following strategies were developed and will be implemented according to the time frames designated: • Aging in place needs are being met. • Increase awareness of Special Neighbors ~ by increasing funding, volunteers and other resources. • Strategies to support SNI as an “umbrella” organization. • Attract, recruit, and retain staff who have enthusiasm for direct care work. • Make our facilities the best possible homes for the individuals we support. We appreciate the board’s commitment to Special Neighbors and their drive to provide the best quality supports to the individuals we support! SPECIAL NEIGHBORS is a 501(c)3 organization established in 1978 to provide residential services to persons with developmental disabilities living in eastern Jackson County. OUR MISSION The mission of Special Neighbors is to empower and assist persons with developmental disabilities to live and participate in the community with dignity. OUR VISION Our vision is that all people are accepted as they are and have the opportunity to lead a life that is meaningful to them. BOARD MEMBERS Rick Norton, President Betty Hartwig, VP Valerie Fortel, Secretary Justin Iske, Treasurer Becky Barbieri Mary Siegfried Chuck Dale Sandi Wilhelmsen Nancy Martin Miriam Bailey Amanda Brown ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Amy Berry, Interim Ex. Dir. Jennifer Seidel, Dev. Dir. Melissa Acton, PR Director Darlene Polina, HR Manager Tina Young, Accountant Robin Cayton, Adm. Assist. News Around the Neighborhood • Amy C. accomplished a dream by seeing the Titanic and touring the Titanic Museum in Branson. • Deborah J. has a new niece in her family. • Duane got new bedroom furniture and Randy got a new desk. • Several individuals had a safe and wonderful time in Branson. Everyone was able to participate in activities that they enjoyed with the help of Tennison Travel Agency who helped them get the best deals! • John W. has started a second part-time job at Olive Garden and is a proud uncle to Macie Alison who was born on July 7th. • Gene celebrated his 61st birthday at the casino with his Mom. • All the individuals at White Oaks are enjoying taking part in their new day program! • Congratulations to Melanie Logan on expecting a baby in January. • The following individuals placed in the State Special Olympics: Pam S. Amy C., Suzie, Leslie and Sandy. • Edward enjoyed celebrating his birthday at a Royals game. • Mary S. was asked to participate in an Aging and the End of Life conference. Mary got to talk about things that she wanted in place for her future. This was a great honor for Mary to be selected to participate in this conference. • Congratulations to Norman on being selected as employee of the month at JobOne. Robin working on her pet project during the Day Program Carriage House enjoying the Ducks in Branson A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS Yale Acton Miriam Bailey Becky Barbieri Elayna Bostwick Amanda Brown Karen Cook Chuck Dale First United Methodist Church Albert Gilder Betty Hartwig Terry Hartwig Clayton Hayes Megan Hayes Valerie Fortel Angie Hope-Martin Justin Iske Norman Keeney Nancy Martin Rick Norton Lazaro Rivera Darrell Roberson Mary Siegfried Susan Stanton John Ungerer David Valkus Sandi Wilhelmsen Jane Zou NEIGHBORS 4 NEIGHBORS September 20, 2014 was a night to go down in the Special Neighbors history books. Together, we were able to raise an unprecedented $20,000 to support Special Neighbors programs. The doors opened early at 5:30 p.m. to allow guests extra time to tour the museum. First time patrons were amazed by the incredible collection of automobiles and memorabilia, and returning guests were treated to some new additions to the museum this year. Entertainment, provided by The Nace Brothers, kicked off the evening, but everyone stayed busy checking out the silent auction items. We were thrilled to see so many generous bids this year, and are grateful to the businesses, Auction Winners board members and individuals who contributed to make this the most successful auction to date. Before the evening concluded, a video was shared that featured Suzie, Mary and Eric’s neighborhoods. After the video, Mary was joined by board member, Justin Iske, for a live auction. People generously donated over $6,000 to be used to convert tubs to walk-in showers at Special Neighbors Apartments. With everyone’s support, we are looking forward to converting two additional bathrooms. Mary S. & Justin Iske As always, our thanks to Peterson Manufacturing for the generous use of this one of a kind venue and to our event sponsors. Platinum Level Fike O’Halloran Sherman Associates, LLC. Silver Level Genoa, South City Furniture, Christopher & Ann Spohn and Harriet Fortel Bronze Level Blue Ridge Bank & Trust, Red Carpet Services, Topper’s Food Mart, EBE Office Solutions and Adams Farm WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can be enormous to you, your family, and your community. We were blessed to host a wonderful group of volunteers from First United Methodist Church in Blue Springs. Brooke Roskop, the Missions Director, coordinated the group’s efforts. Together, they spent a Saturday morning at Carriage House, painting and doing yard work, but the highlight of the day was getting the opportunity to visit with the ladies Painting at Carriage House when they returned home. They were thrilled to see the improvements to their home and yard. Thank you to Betty Hartwig, SNI Board Member, for recommending Special Neighbors to be a recipient of this wonderful opportunity. We are looking forward to having them out for future projects! To learn more about volunteering at Special Neighbors contact Jennifer Seidel at Painting at Carriage House 816-836-3462. The Combined Federal Campaign is the most philanthropic workplace giving campaign in the entire nation. Locally, they have raised millions of dollars each year to support thousands of charities. This year’s slogan is “Serving our Country, Supporting our Community.” Supporting the Heartland Combined Federal Campaign gives you a chance to make a difference. Each Fall, the Combined Federal Campaign gives the opportunity to donate your time, talents and dollars. Please know that no dollar amount or time volunteered is too small, and what you give is appreciated. Special Neighbors is one of many charities that receives funds through this campaign and our CFC number is 76317. We appreciate the support of the federal employees in the Kansas City area. Thank you to Rochelle Payne and Sandra Jones for donating through the Heartland Combined Federal Campaign donors program last year. The United Way of Greater Kansas City launched its annual campaign at the kickoff luncheon on September 10th to help the community’s needy, hoping to increase the number of donors and raise more money than last year. Although, the United Way isn’t setting a monetary goal they are hoping to surpass last year’s campaign that brought in more than $37 million. Special Neighbors receives contributions through the United Way Donor Choice Program. Donor Choice allows you to designate your United Way contribution to an agency of your choice. If you work for a business that holds a campaign, we would like to encourage you to designate your pledge to Special Neighbors.Ask your United Way representative how you can designate your pledge to Special Neighbors or call Jennifer or Melissa at 816-836-3462 for more information about the program. Thank you to our contributors from last year’s campaign: Becky Barbieri, William Arnold, Jr., Valerie Fortel, Cindy Keeney, Lisa Beel, Christy Blaney, Christine Falk, Tara Grauberger, Valerie Halas, Renee Marshall, Karla Neff, Marlene Norton, Teri Whilhite-Holstrom, April Lombardo, Damon Perkins, Sr., Felicia Perkins, Gina Weatherman and Barbara Winkler. DONATIONS May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014 DONATIONS May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014 Good Neighbor - $100 - $499 Deborah Schmidt Bob & Jana Schmitt Tom & Dottie Spreitzer Truist Kathy Williams Special Neighbor - $5,000 and up Morgan Family Foundation Exceptional Neighbor - $1,000 - $4,999 Autozone Independence Young Matrons United Way of Greater Kansas City Benevolent Neighbor - $500 - $999 Bob & Marilyn O’Halloran O’Halloran Sherman Associates, LLC Good Neighbor - $100 - $499 Mr. & Mrs. Allan Bagshaw John & Miriam Bailey Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Mr. & Mrs. Clifford Case Chuck Dale Mr. & Mrs. Ken Dauer Robert Fordemwalt Deborah Fortel & David Sawyer Harriet Fortel Genoa Healthcare Terry & Betty Hartwig Hays Companies Employees Heartland Combined Federal Campaign Nancy Martin Mr. & Mrs. Gary Quint Betty Snapp South City Furniture Topper’s Food Mart, Inc. YourCause, LLC Trustee for HP/ Jerome Bartels United Way of Wyandotte County Curt & Sandi Wilhelmsen Friendly Neighbor - $1 - $99 AT&T United Way Fran Baker Terri Bonner Jane Dahem Mr. & Mrs. Walter French Angeline Hope-Martin & Harry Martin Larry & Sandy Kauffman Mr. & Mrs. Carl Misner Mr. & Mrs. James Newland CARRIAGE HOUSE Pots and Pans Gas Grill Cake Pans Bakeware Serving Dishes Upright Freezer Cooking Utensils/Knives WHITE OAKS Perennial Flowers Voyager Lift Slings Wheelchair Ramp SNA Floor/Table Lamps Digital Camera Picture Frames Pots/Pans/Dishes Microwave for Downstairs MAIN STREET HOUSE Deep Freeze Gas Grill SNI OFFICE Colander Paring Knives Microwave Cart In-Kind Donations Ameristar Casino Apple Market Backyard Burger Beauty Brands Centerpoint Community Ice Mr. & Mrs. Howard Cook Cool Crest Corner Cafe Crown Center Dairy Queen Fred Arbanas Golf Course Gateway Arch Hilton Garden Inn Home Sweet Home Bakery & Coffeehouse HyVee Jade Alarm Kansas City Steak Company Kaw Valley Greenhouses Liberty Memorial - World War I Museum Larry & Dee Ann Matthews Musical Theater Heritage National Cristina Foundation Outerwall Price Chopper QuickTrip Corporation Target - Independence Walmart Supercenter - Independence Roma Bakery Salty Iguana Shedd Aquarium Shop Beautiful Starbucks Tree of Life Mike Trouba V’s Italiano Ristorante Vivilore Curt & Sandi Wilhelmsen DONATIONS May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014 In Memory of Doug Mathis Yale & Melissa Acton Robert & Robin Brockman Certified Safety Mfg., Inc. James & Kathleen Chrisman Marilee Ciardullo Kenneth & Kristie Drummond Jimmy and Charlotte Frey Ron and Linda Hargrave Jene & Betty Hayes Claire Heriford Virginia Hilton Robert & Betty Jenkins Karen Landers Frank Long Doug & Diana Mesa Midland Loan Services Kevin Munsterman Jimmy & Kaye Nickell Claudette Purtle Don & Ann Quint Jeffrey & Jennifer Quint Mark & Elizabeth Quint Rob & Jennifer Seidel David Strauch Carolyn Wilson NOLEN MANOR Large rugs for basement 1/2 sheet cake pan Portable Boom Box Step Ladder Steamer Pot Dolly/Hand Truck MANOR HOUSE Cooler Outdoor Grill Small Dinner Plates Cutting Boards ISL In Memory of Steve Varns Mr. & Mrs. Allan Bagshaw In Honor of Tobie Renfro Ted’s Trash Non-stick skillets George Foreman Grill Small Apartment Size Freezer Coffee Table (no glass) Pots & Pans Bath Towels Wash cloths Dish Towels Non-stick skillets New Kitchen Utensils Small Plates Special Neighbors is excited about a new opportunity and if you shop on Amazon, you will be too! Now when you shop, simply go to www. smile.amazon.com and select Special Neighbors as your charity of choice. Each time you make a purchase on www.smile.amazon. com, they will donate .5% of your purchase back to Special Neighbors. INDEPENDENCE YOUNG MATRONS AWARD GRANT MONEY In January, Special Neighbors requested a $1,000 grant from the Independence Young Matron’s to be used towards the purchase of new living room furniture at Manor House. In May, we became the recipient of this money, to be used towards purchasing furniture that is comfortable and easily accessible for the men at Manor House. We would like to thank the members of the Independence Young Matrons for their continued support of Special Neighbors. Jim enjoying his new furniture SPECIAL NEIGHBORS, INC. Nonprofit U.S. Postage Paid KCMO Permit No. 321 3675 S. Noland Road, Suite 110 Independence, MO 64055 Phone: 816-836-3462 Fax: 816-836-5158 Development/Public Relations Contacts: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.specialneighbors.org Our Mission: To empower and assist persons with developmental disabilities to live and participate in the community with dignity. Fall/Christmas Sale November 4-8, 2014 Tue/Wed 7-7 Thur/Fri 8-5 Sat 9-1 Mark your Calendar! 50-70% OFF WHOLESALE PRICES! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Containers, Arrangements, Christmas Decor, Ornaments, Feathers, Wreaths, Garlands and much more! Be sure to tell them you’re with Special Neighbors Inc. #4012 and MeraVic will donate 10% of your net purchase price back to us. MeraVic 1780 S. Buckner Tarsney Road Grain Valley, Missouri 64029