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SummitCounty Senior Services Network
Meeting Minutes
March 22, 2011
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The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $1933.00 in the account
Membership Committee- Elizabeth Applegate had no updates for the membership committee.
Education Committee:- Fliers were passed out for the upcoming CEU Education Meeting on April 26, 2011.This is a breakfast meeting – RSVP’s are required.Jeannie Flossie, LPN and LHNA will be the speaker – the program is on Human Behaviors; what is Normal?(1.0 CEU).Breakfast is being sponsored by Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls, Home Helpers and Advantage Home Health Care.If you’re interested in being a sponsor – please contact Melanie Ledger at 330-754-7108.You can RSVP to Melanie at 330-754-7108 or e-mail RSVP@summitssn.org.
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Events Committee – No Update from the Events Committee
Old Business:No Old Business
New Business: No New Business
Announcements
Thank you to everyone who donated to the Salvation Army Food Drive!Elizabeth Applegate announced the Salvation Army has a great need for Shower (toiletry) supplies.They have over 1200 people a month who come in for showers.They can use towels, shampoos, soaps, etc.Elizabeth will be putting together a flier for information on how we can help.
Nancy Ramsell of Alterare of Hartville announced that their social worker Jeanne Gary passed away on Saturday, March 19 in an automobile accident. You can see her obituary on ohio.com.Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this time.
Congratulations to Elizabeth Applegate from A Place for Mom who reached a milestone and helped her 3000th family!
Nancy Kepley from Home Helpers announced that Sierjie M. Lash from the United Black Firefighters of Akron is offering, through a grant received, free smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and fire escape ladders to those who attend an info-session.You can schedule an info session (approximately ½ hour) with your case managers, caregivers, etc. The products will be distributed at the session and if homeowners need assistance installing – they will install the units for them.You can contact Sierjie at 330-836-8290 to schedule your session.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
This weeks spotlight presenters were:
Kelley A. Faye from Klein’s Medical West
Anup Gupta from AG Print Promo
Members in Attendance
Nancy Kepley, Nanci Ramsell, Diane Ash, Kelley Fay, Sally Thompson, Diane Morgan, Lori Harvey, Janelle Pakan, Tracy Yoder, Jim Koewler, Nancy Burkhart, Becky Richards, Sierjie Lash, Cindy Baker, Genel Nichols, Melissa Pearn, Jan Rowland, Barbara Cartwright, Sydney Campanaro, Linda Stemple, Elizabeth Applegate, Carol Norvell, Sherri Parsons, Debbie Fankhauser, Bobbie Collins, Ted Bernat, Anup Gupta, Melanie Ledger, Bob Pontius, Leasa Albanese, Jan Kopec, Carolyn Crocker, Lucy Bibbee, Marta Williger, Kyla Williger, Rebecca Raines, and David Ullmo.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am CEU Breakfast
Summit County Senior Services Network
No meeting in Febuary due to weather
Summit County Senior Services Network
January 25, 2011
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $1262.25in the account
Membership Committee- No new updates
Education Committee:- The next Education meeting will be in April – fliers will be sent out to the members regarding possible sponsorships.
Events Committee –
Old Business:
New Business:
Announcements
Senior Pancake Day is Saturday, February 26, 201 at Manor Care in Barberton.
Wendy Wilson announced that they are looking for a Sales Representative for the Stark County area.Any one interested please contact Integrated Medical.
Julie Malone announced that there are still open spots for the “Spotlight Presentations” at the upcoming meetings.Anyone interested in signing up please contact Julie.Also, make sure in your presentations you let the members know what “makes you different” from other organizations in the same field.There are two spotlight sponsors per meeting – 15 minutes each.The sponsors are to coordinate with each other to provide the refreshments for the meeting.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
This weeks spotlight presenters were:
Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical
Rebecca Raines, Transitional Healtchare Solutions, Inc.
Members in Attendance
Jan Kopec, Marta Williger, Leesa Albanese, Steve Kurtz, Tiffany Embreus, Stacie Russell, Debbie Fankhauser, Kristin Thompson, Julie Malone, Shelley Zimmerman, Devon King, Diane Ash, Melanie Ledger, Wendy Bentley, Mike LaMarca, Melissa Kolb, Paul Preston, Carolyn Crocker, Ron Green, Janelle Pakan, Tammy Reed, Bev Long, Diane Patterson, Paul Crosby, Lucy Bibbee, Bev Long, Ted Ratliff, Diane Patterson, Ronn Franczkowski, Kelley Fay, Melisa Pearn, John Klens, Wendy Wilson, Janelle Pakan, Elizabeth Applegate, Jack Young, Linda Stemple, Adam Palffy, Scott Sarles, Lori Harvey, Bob Welch, Rory McCarthy, Kelly Rose, Scott Craig, Genel Nichols, Ted Bernat, Kurt Manges, Rebecca Raines, Jim Brearley, Barbara Cartwright, Nancy Kepley.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am meeting and CEU breakfast.
Summit County Senior Services Network
November 23, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $1018.91 in the account
Membership Committee- No new updates
Education Committee:- No new updates.
Events Committee – The mix and Mingle in October was a big success – there were a lot of potential new members attending.
Old Business:
New Business:
Announcements
Julie Malone announced that there are still open spots for the “Spotlight Presentations” at the upcoming meetings.Anyone interested in signing up please contact Julie.Also, make sure in your presentations you let the members know what “makes you different” from other organizations in the same field.There are two spotlight sponsors per meeting – 15 minutes each.The sponsors are to coordinate with each other to provide the refreshments for the meeting.
Marta Williger announced she has a bi-monthly newsletter “Update on the Law”.If you are interested in receiving this e-mail newsletter please contact Marta.Also, she has moved her offices and there will be an Open House December 9th, 2010 from 3:00-6:00 pm.More information to follow.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
This weeks spotlight presenters were:
Gwynne Ingram from Care Tenders
Patrick Seaman from Seaman Retirement Planning and Veterans Assistance
Members in Attendance
Lori Harvey, Tracy Frazee, Wendy Wilson, Adam Palffy, Gwynne Ingram, Ted Ratliff, Barbara Cartwright, Stacie Russell, Kelley Fay, Janelle Pakan, Genel Nichols, Martina Williams, Sydney Campanaro, Melisa Pearn, Tiffany embreus, Linda Stemple, Julie Malone, Tari Northcutt, Bobbie Collins, Jan Kopec, Bob Pontius, Carol Norvell, Rhonda Kraus, Melissa Kolb, Marta Williger, Nanci Ramsell, Carol Shemenski, Pat Seaman, Richard Tresiddier, Lucy Bibbee, Nancy Kepley.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am meeting and CEU breakfast.
Summit Co. Senior Service Network
October 26, 2010
Meeting Minutes
Meeting came to order at 8:40am.
Announcements made were:
Diane Ash announced the Montrose Auto Group “Taste of Italian Wines” to be held 10/26/10 from 5-7pm at the Ultimate Jet Charters.There is no charge for the networking.All are welcome.There will be many different chambers of commerce present.
Nanci Ramsell announced the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber Health Expo on Nov. 6, 2010 from 9am-3pm held at the Natatorium is still seeking vendors for booths and volunteers.Passed out flyers.
Wendy Wilson and Tari Northcutt announcecd the Akron Canton Regional Food Bank is having a food drive and Pebblecreek is accepting donations.Wendy asked that the SSN group make a monetary donation.
Linda Stemple announced the county is collecting medications from nursing homes in unit dosed packets by way of Karon’s Law.She had sent out an email to the group.
Lucy Beebe asking to help with the food drive and will partner with Tari Northcutt for ideas.
Bobbie Collins announced that Patrick Seaman will be talking about Veteran’s Benefits at McCrea Manor on Nov., 19, 2010 at 1:30pm
Rebecca Raines announced her company she owns Transitional Health Care Solutions that manages individuals for post discharge follow up to reduce repeat readmissions to the hospital.
Elizabeth Applegate announced the Mix and Mingle was a great success and thanked the committee members and the meal sponsors.
Diane Ash announced membership application sign up available and she would email the registration forms to those needing them.
New member to be Diane Morgan a volunteer ombudsman with the Area Agency on Aging and Amy Johnston with Hanson Services introduced themselves.
Cookie Bates with Mobility Works announced their services to fabricate vans for handicapped individuals and for ambulettes.
Wendy Wilson introduced the speakers for the CEU and thanked the committee members for their assistance in planning the CEU and for the breakfast provided by “On Call Catering”.
Wendy Bentley with Gentiva Home Health Services introduced the speaker Treva Heil, RN, Director of Clinical Specialties and Maureen K. Parry, M.Ed., R.D., L.D. with Summa.
The CEU adjourned at 10:10am.
Summit County Senior Services Network
September 28, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the August 24th meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $1018.91 in the account
Membership Committee- The Mix and Mingle is scheduled for October 12th – Membership committee is working together with the Events Committee.Directories are in and were distributed at the meeting.Directories will be available at the monthly meetings.
Education Committee –Wendy Wilson announced the Education meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 26thon Nutrition is going to be a catered breakfast.This is a CEU meeting which is free to members.$25 for non members which will include a 2011 membership.Please RSVP to Wendy Wilson at summerh2o@aol.com for the event.
Events Committee – Carol Shemenski announced the October Mix and Mingle is scheduled for October 12th, 4:30 to 6:30 at Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral home.
Old Business:
New Business:
Diane Ash announced that if the Akron Public Schools are closed – there will be no SSN meeting that day.
Announcements
Julie Malone announced that there are still open spots for the “Spotlight Presentations” at the upcoming meetings.Anyone interested in signing up please contact Julie.Also, make sure in your presentations you let the members know what “makes you different” from other organizations in the same field.There are two spotlight sponsors per meeting – 15 minutes each.The sponsors are to coordinate with each other to provide the refreshments for the meeting.
Marta Williger announced she has a bi-monthly newsletter “Update on the Law”.If you are interested in receiving this e-mail newsletter please contact Marta.Also, she has moved her offices and there will be an Open House December 9th, 2010 from 3:00-6:00 pm.More information to follow.
Rockynol will be having their annual Wreath Festival.Information will be e-mailed to the members.
There is a Health Fair at McCrae Manor on October 15th from 11-2.If any one is interested in participating – contact Bobbi Collins.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
This weeks spot light presenters were:
Denise Czech- Dydo of Crossroads Hospice.
Jody Meyers, CSA with Morgan Benefits.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Ted Ratliff, Janell Pakan, Bill Porrin, Melanie Ledger, Becky Cunningham, Tiffany Embreaus, Bob Pontius, Denise Schaad, Elizabeth Applegate, Tammy Reed, Ted Bernat, Ronald Franczkowski, Carol Shemenski, Lucy Bibbee, Denise Czech-Dydo, Leasa Albanese, Shelley Zimmerman, David McNair, Nancy Kepley, Richard Pivovar, Gail Wahl, Bev Long, Stacie Russell, Diane Ash, Wendy Wilson, Jody Meyers, April O’Herron, Patrick Seamon, Linda Stemple, Melissa Kolb, Bobbi Collins, Judy Malone, Marta Williger, Nancy Kepley, Chris Deshon, Tari Northcutt.
Visitors:
Jim Brearly, Susan Bayne, Jeff Badowski, Jan Kopec
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am meeting and CEU breakfast.
Summit County Senior Services Network
August 24, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the July 27th meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $980.91.Payment was made for $60 for the Mix and Mingle.
Membership Committee- Directories are in and were distributed at the meeting.Directories will be available at the September Meeting.
Education Committee –Wendy Wilson announced the Education meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 26thon Nutrition is going to be a catered breakfast.This is a CEU meeting which is free to members.$25 for non members which will include a 2011 membership.A flier will be distributed to all members via e-mail with details.They are looking for additional sponsors to help pay for the cost of the breakfast.Please contact Wendy Wilson of Integrated Medical if you are interested in being a sponsor.
Events Committee – Carol Shemenski announced the October Mix and Mingle is scheduled for October 12th, 4:30 to 6:30 at Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral home.Fliers were distributed for members to pass our.There will be two raffles for free memberships (one for an existing member and one for a new member).
Old Business:
New Business:
There are two tickets to the Elder Abuse Workshop that we received from our donation.Nanci Ramsell asked if anyone was interested in going to the workshop.Linda Stemple was the only member interested in attending the workshop.She was awarded both tickets.
Announcements
April O’Herron from the Area Agency on Aging announced they are having a CEU program on September 9, 2010 at Hartville Kitchen.It is entitled “Maxine’s Perspective on Getting Old”.This is a 3 CEU Hour program.A flier was distributed to the members.
Carol Shemenski announced there is a breakfast CEU opportunity at Chambrel on September 30th, 2010, 7:30 AM – Breakfast and Registration.
Stacy from Homewatch Caregivers announced their Party at the Pond to raise money for Alzheimers Association.September 22nd from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.There is a $10 donation.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
Lori Presser from Autumnwood/Embassy Healthcare gave a presentation on their services.
Inese Abols from Audiphone of Akron presented information on her company and their services.
Welcome New Members!
Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls
Autumnwood Nursing & Rehabilitation
Pebble Creek
Advantage Home Health Services, Inc.
New Dawn Transitions
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Tammy Reed, Bob Welch, Becky Cunningham, Ted Bernat, April O’Herron, Inese Abols, Ron Franczkowski, Diane Patterson, Carol Shemenski, Lucy Bibbee, Denise Czech-Dydo, Leasa Albanese, Shelley Zimmerman, David McNair, Mariya Bloom, Nancy Kepley, Ron Green, Bev Long, Stacie Russell, Diane Ash, Wendy Wilson, Jody Meyers, April Parker, Paul Crosby, Tami Elwell, Ted Bernat, Linda Stemple, Bobbie Collins, Lori Presser, Kristin Thompson, Dawn McEwen, Tari Northcutt, Chris DeShon, Barb Cartwright, Pat Seaman, Paul Presta, Richard Pivovar, and Marta Williger.
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am meeting.
Summit County Senior Services Network
July 27, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the June 22nd meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Diane Ash from In Working Order reported there is $2600.The directories have been re-Printed and the cost will be $1559.00.
Membership Committee- Nancy Kepley indicated the directories are in – however the front cover is being re-printed by ANUP Gupta of AG Print Promos.New directories will be available at the August meeting.
Education Committee –There should be an upcoming event in October.The committee is to get together after the meeting to discuss.
Events Committee – Carol Shemenski and Elizabeth Applegate asked the Events Committee and Membership Committee to remain after the meeting to work on the Fall Mix and Mingle.
Old Business:
It was voted on and agreed to sned $300.00 the to the Summit County Elder Abuse Coalition.
New Business:
Announcements
Nanci Ramsell announced that she is now with Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls.Her new e-mail address is mktcfcp@altercareonline.net.
Marta Williger reminded everyone on her e-mail newsletter “Update on the Law” that she distributes Every other Month.If you are not on the mailing list and would like to be, please contact Marta.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
John Hardesty from Signature Health Care gave a presentation on the many services provided by Signature Health Care.
Dave McNair from Handyman Connection spoke about his services and how he can benefit the senior population.
Welcome New Members!
Members in Attendance
lizabeth Applegate, Tammy Reed, Bob Welch, Barb Cartwright, Becky Cunningham, Ted Bernat, Steve Kurtz, Carol Shemenski, Lucy Bibbee, Amy Zimmerman, Denise Czech-Dydo, Leasa Albanese, Wendy Bentley, David McNair,Nancy Kepley, Ron Green, Linda Gauer, Genel Nichols, April Parker, Paul Crosby, Carrie Carney, Linda Stemple, L. Thomas, Charlene Nagel, Marta Williger, Nanci Ramsell, Chris Deshon, Lori Presser, Tari Northcutt.
The next meeting is schedule for Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 at 8:00 am for networking, 8:30 am Meeting.
Summit County Senior Services Network
June 22, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the May 25th meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical reported $2600 in the account.The directories have been ordered and the cost will be $1559.00
Membership Committee- Nancy Kepley indicated the directories are on order and should be available at the July meeting.
Education Committee –There should be an upcoming event in October.The committee is to get together after the meeting to discuss.
Events Committee – No Report
New Business:
A Committee sign up sheet was passed around again.The following is a list of the committees and their members.If you have not signed up to be on a committee….please do so at the next meeting.
Special Events:Carol Shemenski (Chair), Denise Czech-Dydo, Carrie Carney, Lucy Bibbee, Jackie Domberger, Shelley Zimmerman, Bobbie Collins, Diane Ash, Tracy Jett, Ted Bernat, Paul Crosby and Tami Elwell
Education Committee:Linda Stemple, Wendy Wilson, Nanci Ramsell, Jeff Ruhman, Lori Presser, Denish Pride, April Parker, Chris Deshon.
Membership Committee:Elizabeth Applegate (chair), Marta Williger, Mariya Bloom, Stacie Russell, April O’Herron, Tammy Reed and Cindy Baker/Karen Elliott.
A vote was done for the new Board Members:Nanci Ramsell was elected for another term as President, Diane Ash was elected as the new Treasurer.
Wendy Wilson asked about a sponsorship for the Elder Abuse Awareness Conference.The sponsorship we have done in the past has been $500.00.It was decided to table the vote until the next meeting.
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked if anyone would like their upcoming event posted on the website to please e-mail the information to:info@Summitssn.org.
Announcements
Tammy Reed from AG Print Promo announced the VA Administration is having their show this year in Brecksville.The tables are free if you’d like to display.Please call Tammy Reed if you need additional information.At 330-315-9600.
Wendy Wilson announced that Integrated Medical is now on Facebook.
There are some spotlight openings still available.To book your spot – please contact Julie Malone.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
Karen Elliott from the Alzheimer’s Association gave a presentation on RDAD (reducing disabilities in alzheimer’s disease.
April Parker from Rockynol gave a presentation on Rockynol and their programs.
Welcome New Members!
Seaman Retirement Planning and Veterans Assitance
First Union Banc Corp.
Handyman Connection
Members in Attendance
Tammy Reed, Cindy Baker,Karen Elliott, Becky Cunningham, Ted Bernat, Carol Shemenski, Lucy Bibbee, Nancy Kepley, Ron Green, Richard Pivovar, Gail Wahl, Paul Bonacuse, Wendy Wilson, Sharon Aaron, April Parker, Paul Crosby, Tami Elwell, Linda Stemple, Bobbie Collins, Julie Malone, Marta Williger, Patrick Seamon, Denisha Pride, Lori Presser, Jeff Ruhman, Chris Deshon, David McNair.
Next Meeting is Scheduled for Tuesday, July 27th @ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 am Meeting.The speakers will be John Hardesty with Signature Health Care and David McNair with the Handy Man Connection.
Summit County Senior Services Network
May 25, 2010
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the April, 2010 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical reported $2600 in the account.The yearly website fee was paid of $120 and a donation was made to Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral Home for letting us use their community room.
Membership Committee- Elizabeth Applegate from A Place for Mom passed around the draft of the 2010/2011 directory for members to approve.They will be going to print as soon as it is updated.She received several quotes for the directory – and approximately 2000 will be printed.
Education Committee –No update
Events Committee – Heather Duve from Home Instead is moving out of state and will no longer be the Events Committee Chair.New committees to be formed.
New Business:
A Committee sign up sheet was passed around.The following is a list of the committees and their members.If you have not signed up to be on a committee….please do so at the next meeting.
Membership Committee:Elizabeth Applegate, Marta Williger, Mariya Bloom, Stacie Russell, April O’Herron
Nominations were made for the Board:Nancy Kepley nominated Nanci Ramsell for President, Diane Ash was nominated for Treasurer.The election will be held at the June meeting.If anyone else is interested, please let us know at the May meeting prior to the vote.
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked if anyone would like their upcoming event posted on the website to please e-mail the information to:info@Summitssn.org.
Announcements
Nanci Ramsell announced upcoming CEU events at Summits Trace, June 17th.The flier was distributed via e-mail to the members.
Danbury is offering a CEU on June 22nd from 5:00 – 6:00 pm – Dealing with Difficult People in the Workplace.
Rockynol will be offering two CEU programs – fliers will be distributed via e-mail to the members.
If there are any announcements you have – please e-mail them to info@summitssn.org and we will try to distribute them in a timely manner.
SPOTLIGHT
Carrie Pavkov from 1st Union Bank presented information on Reverse Mortgages.
Welcome New Members!
Comforcare Senior Services/Complete Healthcare Services, Inc.
Bankers Life and Casualty/Bankers Retirement Solutions
Morgan Benefits LTD.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Nancy Kepley, Wendy Wilson, Diane Ash, Karen Reed, Carol Shemenski, Marta Williger, Stacie Russell, Carrie Pavkov, Leasa Albanese, Becky Cunningham, Barbara Cartwright, Bobbie Collins, Ted Bernat, Jody Meyers, Linda Stemple, Shelley Zimmerman, Carrie Carney, Denise Czech-Dydo, Elizabeth Applegate, Lucy Bibbee, Mariya Bloom, Matt Vannote, Bob Welch, Jackie Dornberger, Tracy Jett, April O’Herron, Kelly Meiser.
Next Meeting is Scheduled for Tuesday, June 22nd @ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 am Meeting.
Minutes - April 27,2010
Meeting came to order at 8:35am. The members introduced themselves and announcements made were Integrated Medical having an educational seminar on May 14, 2010 with CEU’s for SW, Nursing, PT/OT and will be a full day. Another CEU, Providing Overview of Hospice on May 18, 2010 for 4 CEU’s for LNHA, Social Work, Nursing will be at the Skyline Hotel on Rockside Rd. in Independence, OH. Marta Williger informed group of her Update on the Law emails she sends out and asked for anyone interested in receiving them to provide her with their business card and email address. Reminded the group, the minutes were sent out via email to the membership. Minutes approved by Diane Ash and Tracy Jett and Denise Czech seconded.Treasury Report read by Wendy Wilson shows 62 members with $2600.00 in the checking. Most of these funds will be used to cover the cost of the membership directory. Any members paying their dues or joining after March 31, 2010 will not be in the printed membership directory, but inserts will be regularly distributed with new members information. Also, new members can always be viewed on the website at summitssn.org. Education Committee introduced the CEU presenter Andrew Straub from Evercare. The meeting adjourned at 9:37am
Summit County Senior Services Network
March 23, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the February, 2010 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical reported $2409.25 in the account.If you haven’t paid for the 2010 year – membership applications are available at each meeting.
Membership Committee- Elizabeth Applegate from A Place for Mom announced the Deadline to be in the Directory this year will be March 31st.If you do not have your membership fee in by March 31st, 2010 you will not be included in this directory.Nancy Kepley, from Home Helpers will be working with Elizabeth on the directory.
Education Committee –Inese Abolsfrom Audiphone Co. of Akron, announced the next meeting will be an Education CEU presented by Andrew Straub, RN CNP from Evercare Northeast.The CEU will be on Managing Behavioral Symptoms in Dementia:Helpful hints for clinicians, healthcare POAs, family members, and friends.
Events Committee – Carrie Carney from Senior Select talked about doing more outreach programs and getting information out about Senior Services Network.She will get together with the Events Chair, Heather Duve from Home Instead.
New Business:
Linda Stemple from Summit County Health District wanted to know if Senior Services had donated any money to Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral home for letting us use their meeting room.Wendy Wilson announced, they have done this every year in the past and will do so again in 2010.
Julie Malone, from Visiting Physicians announced there are openings for Showcase Speakers.Anyone interested please contact Julie and sign up!
Wendy Wilson of Integrated Medical announced that there will be a vote in June for two new Board Members.The positions open will be President and Treasurer.If anyone is interested, please let her know
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked if anyone would like their upcoming event posted on the website to please e-mail the information to:info@Summitssn.org.
Announcements
Carrie Carney from Senior Select announcedthe Wadsworth Foundation for Older Adults will be hosting a “Senior Prom” on Saturday April 17, 2010 at Wadsworth Middle School.Admission is $5.00.Nancy Kepley from Home Helpers announced she has fliers on the event for anyone who is interested.
Heather Duve from Home Instead announced that SSAMA will have their next meeting on April 14th, at Essex in Tallmadge.The topic for the meeting is “Junk in the Trunk.”
Marta Williger announced she has the Update on the Law newsletter that she sends out bi-monthly by e-mail.If you are interested in receiving this and are not already doing so, please let Marta know.
Inese Abols from Audiphone Co. of Akron announced that there is a free dinner at Papa Joes on April 21st from 5:00 pm to 7:00pm.There will be a speaker there regarding the Cochlear Implants. You would need to register for the event if interested.
SPOTLIGHT
Diane Ash from In Working Order was the Showcase Speaker.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Nancy Kepley, Wendy Wilson, Julie Malone, Tammy Reed, Brenda Ptak, Laura Leonti, Ron Green, Leasa Albanese, Ted Bernat, Chris DeShaw, Heather Duve, Marta Williger, G. Nichols, David Dohar, Linda Garen, Bob Welch, Barb Cartwright, Linda Stemple, Carrie Carney, Tami Elwell, Elizabeth Applegates, Diane Ash, Steve Kurtz, Kristin Hyla, Bobbie Collins, Linda Moran, Tracy Jett, Sharon Aaron, Lucy Bibbee, Inese Abols, Chris Stoeberman, April Parker, April O’Herron, Stacie Russell, Chad McCabe, Wendy Bentley.
Next Meeting is Scheduled for Tuesday, April 27th@ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 am Meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the January, 2010 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical reported $2200 in the account.Directories will be printed this year – quotes will be given.New memberships are still arriving.If you haven’t paid for the 2010 year – membership applications are available at each meeting.
Membership Committee- Elizabeth Applegate from A Place for Mom announced the Deadline to be in the Directory this year will be March 31st.If you do not have your membership fee in by March 31st, 2010 you will not be included in this directory.Nancy Kepley, from Home Helpers will be working with Elizabeth on the directory.
Education Committee –No Report
Events Committee – No Report from the events committee.
Announcements
Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace announced that on March 3, 2010 they will be hosting a speed networking for Stark County Senior Services Network.On March 16th – Patrick Seamon will speak about VA Benefits from 5:00 – 6:30 pm.
SSAMA will have their annual social worker luncheon on Wednesday, March 17th at Alpha Phi Alpha.They are looking for sponsors.The cost of sponsorship is $50.Jeff Arnold will be the speaker.
Danbury Sr. Living announced they are offering a CEU on March 2nd, from 5:00-6:00 pm for nurses and social workers on “Dealing with Difficult People”.
Essex of Tallmadge will be sponsoring a CEU event on Wednesday, March 3rd.Marta Williger will be speaking.
Medina Senior Services Network is sponsoring a CEU at the Masonic Home on March 24th at 8:00 AM for nurses and social workers.
Old Business
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.If you want announcements posted on the web site – please e-mail them to.
SPOTLIGHT
Brenda Ptak of Agape Salon Services gave a presentation on her salon services she provides to seniors and homebound individuals.
The Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Nancy Kepley, Wendy Wilson, Tami Elwell, Brenda Ptak, Richard Pivovar, Bobbi Collins, Julie Antos, Genel Nichols, Barbara Cartwright, Diane Patterson, Carrie Carney, Jackie Mitchell, Paul Crosby, Diane Ash, Tammy Reed, Elizabeth Applegate, Ted Bernat, Shelley Zimmerman, Chris Stoeberman, Sharon Aaron, Tina Raser, Heather Duve, Charlene Nagel, Leasa Albanese, Tracy Jett, Linda Moran, Carol Shemenski, Ron Green, April O’Herron, April Parker, Lucy Bibbee, Wendy Bentley, Steve Kurtz, Scott Craig, Bob Weld
Next Meeting is Scheduled for Tuesday, March 23rd @ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 am Meeting.
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SummitCounty Senior Services Network
January 26, 2010
www.SummitSSN.org
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the November, 2009 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson from Integrated Medical reported $1800.00 in the account.We received several membership renewals.
Membership Committee- No Report
Education Committee –Ines Abols from Audiphone Co. of Akron announced that Andrew Straub with Evercare will be presenting “Behavioral Disturbances with Dementia and How to Handle These Disturbances” at the April 27th meeting. This will be a CEU program.
Events Committee – No Report from the events committee.
Announcements
Julie Malone from Visiting Physicians announced that any one interested in doing the Spotlight presentations for the 2010 meetings should contact Julie to sign up.The Spotlight presenters would provide the beverages and snacks for the meetings.She suggested the presenters “identify what sets your organization apart from other organizations”.There are still quite a few months available – so sign up now!
Karen Elliott from the Alzheimers Association announced their “Chocolate Affair” will be Thursday, February 4th from 6:00-9:00 PM.She offered buy one get one half price tickets to the members of SSN.
Linda Stemple from the Summit County Health District spoke about the PIPP program through the East Akron Neighborhood Development Program.For more information call 330-773-2095.
Heather Duve from Home Instead announced the next SSAMA meeting will be held on February 10th at Summit Villa.
Faith In Action is having their 3rd Annual Musical “The Chaplain” March 6th – 7:00 pm at CuyahogaValleyChristianAcademy and March 7th – 3:00 pm at HolyTrinityLutheranChurch.
Leasa Albanese of Danbury Sr. Living announcedthey are offering a CEU on March 2nd, from 5:00-6:00 pm for nurses and social workers on “Dealing with Difficult People”.
Old Business
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.She stated the Minutes from the meetings are also posted on the website and asked that any announcements be forwarded to her for inclusion on the website.You can e-mail her at n.kepley@homehelpers.cc.The website is SummitSSN.org and the website address will be posted on the monthly minutes.
SPOTLIGHT
Marta Williger of Williger and Peters was the spotlight speaker.She is one of 16 attorneys in Ohio who is certified as an Elder Law Attorney.
The Meeting was Adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Nancy Kepley, Wendy Wilson, Julie Malone, Leasa Albanese, Jeffrey Kozy, Gail Wahl, Denise Czech-Dydo, Tracy Jett, Lori Thomas, Heather Duve, Jess Ruhman, Janelle Pakan, Dave Andrews, April Parker, Bobbie Collins, Ted Bernat, Linda Stemple, Diane Ash, Richard Pivovar, Karen Elliott, Laura Leonti, April O’Herron, Elizabeth Applegate, Brenda Ptak, Inese Abols, Paul Crosby, Julie Antos, Tina Rasor, Charlene Nagel, Scott Sarles, Lucy Bibbee, John Hardesty, Sherri Parsons, Linda Moran, Leasa Albanese, Ron Green, Matthew Isaac, Marta Williger.
Next Meeting is Scheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd @ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 am Meeting.
SummitCounty Senior Services Network
November 24, 2009 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:45 am by Nanci Ramsell of Summits Trace.Introductions were made by each member.
Minutes from the October, 2009 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Marta Williger of Williger & Peters (filling in for Wendy Wilson) reported $1625.67.00 in the treasury.This will grow tremendously with the membership renewals beginning in January, 2010.
Membership Committee – Elizabeth Applegate of A Place for Mom indicated the dues for 2010 are due in January, of 2010.This year there will be a printed directory of the members.
There were five new members for 2010.
Education Committee –Ines Abols from Audiphone Co. of Akron announced the next education meeting will be in April, 2010.
Events Committee – No Report from the events committee.
Announcements
Julie Malone announced that any one interested in doing the Spotlight presentations for the 2010 meetings should contact Julie to sign up.The Spotlight presenters would provide the beverages and snacks for the meetings.
Senior Services Networkrecommends every member be part of a committee.At the January meeting – you can choose which committee you would like to be a part of.
Summit County Health District has an opening for a Part Time School Nurse and Administrative Secretary.
The Rockynol Wreath festival is being held December 10th, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.
Denise Anderson announced the Akron Area Case Managers Association membership drive will be held in January of 2010.For more information you can contact Denise at danderson@thekdgroup.com.
Linda Moran of Copley Place announced they were having a blood drive on December 4th.
Laura Leonti of Larock Home Care announced they will be having an open house on Tuesday, December 15th at the NortonCommunity Center from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.
Old Business
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.She stated the Minutes from the meetings are also posted on the website and asked that any announcements be forwarded to her for inclusion on the website.You can e-mail her at n.kepley@homehelpers.cc
SPOTLIGHT
Sheryl Pflueger of Senior Independence/Rockynol gave a presentation on their Hospice Services.
The Meeting was Adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Members in Attendance
Nanci Ramsell, Julie Malone, Marta Williger, Nancy Kepley, Elizabeth Applegate, Tammy Reed, Barbara Cartwright,Ted Bernat, April O’Herron, Inese Abols, Diane Patterson, Carol Shemenski, Lucy Bibbie, Linda Moran, Shelley Zimmerman, Richard Pivovar, Heather Duve, Kristin Hyla, Denise Anderson, Laura Leonti,Paul Crosby, Sheryl Pflueger,Carrie Carney, Linda Stemple, Jim Stilson, Charlene Nagel, Lori Thomas, Julie Malone, Marta Williger, Bobbie Collins, Tracy Jett.
Guests in Attendance
Diane Ash, Chris DeShawn, Trisha Gold, David McNair, Scott Sarles, Christine Rich, Tina Rasor, John Hardesty, and Jackie Dornberger.
Next Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, January 26th @ 8:00 am Networking 8:30 Meeting.
SummitCounty Senior Services Network
October 27, 2009 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:45 am by Julie Malone of Visiting Physicians.Introductions were made by each member.
Treasurer’s Report - Marta Williger of Williger & Peters (filling in for Wendy Wilson) reported approximately $1722.00 in the treasury.
Membership Committee – Elizabeth Applegate of A Place for Mom spoke about the Mix and Mingle Event and asked for feedback on the event.Everyone who attended liked the casual format and networking.We would like to welcome four new paid members:
Evercare of Northeast Ohio
Family Hearing and BalanceCenter
Canal Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation
Senior Select Home Care
Education Committee – Volunteers were asked to head up the Education Committee.Ines Abols from Audiphone Co. of Akron agreed to chair along with the help of Denise Anderson from the KD Group.
Events Committee – No Report from the events committee.
Announcements
Gail Wahl from Home Instead announced they are having an Open House on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 from 3pm to 7pm at their offices in Wadsworth, One Park Centre, Suite 15.RSVP to 330-334-4664 or e-mail hisakron@aol.com.
Ines Abols announced the upcoming Hope & Hearing Connection Coping with Hearing Loss workshop scheduled forSaturday, October 31st from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Akron General Health and Wellness Center, 4125 Medina Road, Akron, OH44333.
Avoiding Recipes for Disaster – A Cooking Fire Prevention Class will be offered on November 19th from 9:00 am – 11:30 am at the AmericanRedCrossBuilding.Please RSVP to 330-375-2211 by Thursday November 12th if you are interested in attending.
Marta Williger of Williger & Peters announced she will be speaking at the SSAMA meeting on November 11th at 3:00 PM at Hickory Ridge.She will be speaking on Planning and the Need for Planning – Let the Choice Be Yours.
Old Business
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.She stated the Minutes from the meetings are also posted on the website and asked that any announcements be forwarded to her for inclusion on the website.You can e-mail her at n.kepley@homehelpers.cc
SPOTLIGHT
Annette Scianna Wilson, Rn. of the BruceMansfieldCenter presented “Chemical Dependency in Older Adults” .The program attendees received 1.5 ceu’s. .
The Meeting was Adjourned at 9:45 AM.
Members in Attendance
Julie Malone, Marta Williger, Nancy Kepley, .Bobbi Collins, Julie Antos, Anup Gupta, April O’Herron, Linda Stemple, Denise Anderson, Gail Wahl, Tracy Jett, Sherrie Parsons, Ted Bernat, Laura Leonti, Linda Moran, Lucy Bibbee, Jim Stilson, Paul Crosby, Janet Fox, Isatou Sognia, Elizabeth Applegate, DJ Hansen, Denise Czech, Chris Stoeberman, Carrie Carney, Danielle Lavery, Tammy Reed,
Guests in Attendance
Diane Ash of In Working Order
Marti Novak of Mary Kay Cosmetics
Leasa Albanese of Danbury of Cuyahoga Falls
Annette Scianna Wilson of the BruceMansfieldCenter
Next Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, November 24th, 2009.
SummitCounty Senior Services Network
September 22, 2009 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Julie Malone of Visiting Physicians.Introductions were made by each member.
Treasurer’s Report - Marta Williger of Williger & Peters (filling in for Wendy Wilson) reported approximately $1722.00 in the treasury.
Membership Committee – Elizabeth Applegate of A Place for Mom spoke about the Mix and Mingle Event on Thursday, October 8, 2009.She will be putting together a display table at the event for memberships.We would like to welcome two new paid members:
Inese Abols of Audiphone Co. of Akron
Mitchen’s Transportation
Education Committee – Janet Fox of Stow-KentGardens will be presenting Medicare 101 at the upcoming October 27th meeting.
Events Committee – Paul Crosby ofRx Home Health Care and Heather Duve of Home Instead passed out invitations to the Fall Mix ‘N Mingle event held on Thursday, October 8, 2009 between 4:00 – 6:00 pm at Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral Home.The goal is for networking and bringing in new members.RSVP to rsvp@summitssn.org or call Heather at 330-334-4664.
Announcements
Karen Elliott of the Alzheimer’s Association informed us of a program where they can reimburse for caregiver services in MedinaCounty for respite care or Adult Day Care.Please call the Alzheimer’s Association for more information.
Caregivers Day out will be October 22nd.They are looking for Door Prizes and sponsorships.Sponsorships are $50.
Their Memory Walk is Saturday, September 26th in Medina and the Blossom Memory Walk is October 3rd.
Heather Duve of Home Instead announced their spaghetti dinner September 23rd at Legends, as well as their “Krispy Kreme” fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimers Memory walk.The deadline for the “donuts” is noon on September 22nd.
Home Instead is also sponsoring Operation Medicine Cabinet for disposal of unwanted, expired, unused prescription and non-prescription medications.It is Saturday October 10th in Green at the old AdministrationBuilding (corner of Massillon and Steese Road) from 9:00 am -12:00 pm and also at the Akron General Health and WellnessCenter at the Caring Communities Health Expo between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
April O’Herron of Area Agency on Aging reported that the Passport and Assisted Living Waiver program is on a waiting list basis.There are only 78 slots a month they can fill.It is based on the date of your Medicaid application.Call the Area Agency on Aging for more information.Three new facilities were approved on the Assisted Living waiver program:Summits Trace, Gardens of Western Reserve and Elm Croft.
The new HEAP applications are available.April indicated there is a misprint on the original applications and CORRECTED applications can be acquired at the Area Agencing on Aging.
Marta Williger of Williger & Peters announced she has a bi-monthly newsletter, Update on the Law.Septembers update on the law is on conservatorships.Anyone interested in receiving this newsletter should e-mail her at martawilliger@yahoo.com.
Old Business
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.She stated the Minutes from the meetings are also posted on the website and asked that any announcements be forwarded to her for inclusion on the website.You can e-mail her at n.kepley@homehelpers.cc
SPOTLIGHT
Heather Duve, Gail Wahl and Katie Meyers of Home Instead presented information on their company and its services.
The Meeting was Adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Members in Attendance
Julie Malone, Marta Williger, Nancy Kepley, Nancy Gray, Lucy Bibbee, Chris Stover, Kathy Bayzel,Bobbie Collins, Janet Fox, Brenda Ptak, Jim Stillson, Inese Abols, Ted Bernat, April O’Herron, Jeff Ruhman, Elizabeth Applegate, Paul Crosby, Cindy Bloom, Richard Pivovar, Barb Cartwright, Karen Elliott, Katie Meyer, Gail Wahl, Heather Duve and Sharon Aaron.
Guests in Attendance
Diane Ash of In Working Order and Sheila Maher of CYO Adult Day Services.
Next meeting scheduled for October 27, 2009 @ 8:00 AM.
SummitCounty Senior Services Network
August 25, 2009 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 am by Chair, Nanci Ramsell of Summit’s Trace.Introductions were made by each member introducing another member of the group.
Treasurer’s Report - Wendy Wilson of Integrated Home Medical reported $1750.00 in the treasury.
Membership Committee – Elizabeth Applegate of A Place for Mom will be working with the Event Committee on the Mix and Mingle Event. We would like to welcome three new paid members:
Linda Moran of Copley Place
Denise Anderson of The K & D Group
Julie Antos of Almost Family
Education Committee – Rhonda Allen-Scott of United Healthcare wanted to thank everyone for taking their survey last month.They are planning on having two education events.One will be on Medicare 101 and the other on Scams/Fraud/Identity Theft and Handling Behavioral Issues.The dates and times of these events will be announced.
Events Committee – Heather Duve, of Home Instead announced there will be a Fall Mix ‘N Mingle event held on Thursday, October 8, 2009 between 4:00 – 6:00 pm at Kucko Anthony Kertesz Funeral Home.The goal is for networking and bringing in new members.A Save the Date flier was passed out to all in attendance and is also posted on the website at www.SummitSSN.org.
Announcements
Linda Stemple of Summit County Health Department reported on the Flu vaccines and directed us to their website at www.schd.org for more information.
Tammy Reed of AG Promotions reported the Falls Health and Wellness Expo is scheduled for October 10th at the new Akron GeneralWellnessCenter in the falls and is sponsored by the Falls Chamber of Commerce.For more information you can call the chamber at 330-929-6756.
Linda Moran of Copley Place reported they were having a Health Fair on Wednesday, August 26th, 2009 from 2:00 pm to 4:00pm.
Marta Williger of Williger & Peters announced she has a bi-monthly newsletter, Update on the Law.Anyone interested in receiving this newsletter should e-mail her at martawilliger@yahoo.com.
Summit County Senior Services network received two tickets to the upcoming Summit County Elder Abuse Prevention Coalition annual colloquium on prevention.A drawing was held of members who were interested in receiving the tickets.Denise Anderson of the K.D. Group and Linda Stemple of the Summit County Health Department won these two tickets.
Old Business
Wendy Wilson of Integrated Medical reminded everyone that potential members may visit one meeting before deciding to join the network.She encouraged anyone who has not yet joined the Summit County Senior Services Network to pick up a membership application or receive an application on-line at SummitSSN.org.
Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers asked for e-mail addresses of any members who were not receiving the Meeting Reminders and Minutes via e-mail.She stated the Minutes from the meetings are also posted on the website and asked that any announcements be forwarded to her for inclusion on the website.You can e-mail her at n.kepley@homehelpers.cc
All members are on the website with a link to their company’s websites.Please visit www.summitSSN.org.
SPOTLIGHT
Diane Johnson, Attorney and Julie Anderson of Safe Med Alert presented information on their companies and services.
Members in Attendance
Diane Patterson, Bo Wise, Lauren Humphrey, Gail Wahl,LeeAnne Lambert, Laura Leonti, Barbara Cartwright, Marta Williger, Julie Antos, Cathie Benko, Jim Stilson, Elizabeth Applegate, Bruce Collins, Linda Stemple, Ann Grueneberg, Nanci Ramsell, Tammy Reed, Rhonda Allen-Scott, Shelley Zimmerman, Janet Fox, Nancy Kepley, Wendy Wilson, Julie Malone, Amy Sickle, Linda Moran, Denise Anderson, Barbara Edwards, Patti Walschon, Paul Crosby, Carol Shemenski, Heather Duve, Lucy Bibbee
Guests in Attendance
Rob Eckroad, Inese Abols, Steve Kurtz, Diane Johnson, Julie Anderson, Tracy Jett, Carrie Samijlenko
July 28, 2009 Meeting Minutes
Meeting called to order at 8:35 a.m. by Nanci Ramsell, Chairperson.Wendy Wilson, Treasurer gave treasury report and reminded attendees of the $25 annual dues.Nancy Kepley and Julie Malone excused absent.The highlight speakers were Karen Robertson from Summit Villa and Kathy Benko from Mobility Works.Summit Villa has Vita-Stim program in their rehabilitation program and having success with this.Mobility Works gave demonstration of handicap equipped van.Greenview Inn is having a fundraiser dinner August 11, 2009 and looking for door prizes.Sydney Campanero will highlight the business at the dinner when door prizes announced.Summit’s Trace of Greater Canton is having Community Health Fair August 14, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Nanci Ramsellinvited the group to attend for networking opportunities.Rhonda Allen Scott from United Health Care provided education tidbit on the state of Social Security and Medicare.Meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
May 2009
Jeffrey Gamad of Integrated Home Medical, standing in for the vacationing Wendy Wilson, reported that Integrated Home Medical is partnering with Life Access for home remodeling. Integrated Home Medical is also a Passport provider. Check them out at Integratedmedicalinc.com.
Barb Van Fossen of United Disabilities announced she will be retiring on Friday. We will miss her!
Marta Williger offered to send her Update on the Law to anyone requesting it. Email her at updateonthelaw@yahoo.com.
April O’Herron - Ohio’s ALF Waiver program has now limited monthly slots. Please contact your congressman or representative to support unlimited registration. Costs are much less than nursing home care. PASSPORT still has unlimited enrollment.
Old Business
§Nancy Kepley announced our new website is SummitSSN.org. Please check for SSN monthly minutes, new member applications and links to other members.
§The Nominating Committee announced the Slate of Officers for the next two years.
Vice President - Julie Malone of Visiting Physicians
Recording Secretary – Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers
SPOLIGHT
Janet Girecky of Emeritus shared information about care given at Emeritus of Stow and Loyalton of Ravenna.
Minutes April 28, 2009
The meeting was called to order by Secretary, Marta Williger of Williger and Peters. Introductions were made with members stating what “projects” they were involved with this spring. Several members reported projects including:
Fall Alzheimer’s Walks
A program by the Health Department to redistribute medicat
May 26, 2009 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by Chair, Nanci Ramsell, of Summit’s Trace. Introductions were made with members talking about memories.
Minutes – The Minutes of the April 28, 2009 meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report - Jeffrey Gamad of Integrated Home Medical, who was standing in for Treasurer Wendy Wilson, reported $2100 in the treasury.
Membership - Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers reported the website has just been created and will provide links to member’s websites.
There were no reports given by the Special Events or Education committees.
Announcements:
Linda Stemple of the Summit County Health Department reported on the Drug Repository Prescription Assistance Pilot for those 55 and older and at 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Medications from nursing homes will be redistributed to the needy especially those in the donut hole. There will be a small charge for the medication. See schd.org.
Tammy Reed of AG Promotions reported on the VA “Welcome Home” celebration. This will be an annual event at the Falls Riverfront. Members of non-profit organizations can set up a booth – contact Patty Hall at the VA for the exact date next year.
ions;
Home Instead’s Operation Medicine Cabinet May 16 to dispose of outdated medications properly
Alzheimer’s Association Symposium at Hartville Kitchen on June 16
AARP driving class on May 11
RAM Ohio- a free clinic scheduled May 2-3 at the Berea Fairgrounds (now cancelled because of Swine Flu fears).
Additional information on some of the programs is attached.
New Business The Membership approved a $92 annual charge to establish our website. Wendy Wilson of Integrated Medical and Nancy Kepley of Home Helpers will be in charge of this project.
The Meeting ended at 9:00 am. Visiting Nurse Program then presented a 1 hour CEU presentation entitled “Married, But Alone”.
