People to People A publication of People Inc. Spring 2006 Friends in East Aurora find a home Six friends had a dream come true with some determination and help from their parents. One of People Inc.'s newest group homes opened this past winter on Paine Street in East Aurora. This particular People Inc. group home was established due to a group of parent's efforts in fulfilling their children's wish.The six individuals who reside at Paine Street are all childhood friends who wanted to live together one day. Spearheaded by one of the mothers, Sue Lanigan, the group of parents lobbied with elected officials and community businesses to make this dream a reality. “Years ago, there was a parent group called Challenger League that planned year-round activities for the kids,” said Sue. The group made sure “they had activities, socialization, and The new residents of Paine Street welcome visitors to their home. Top row - left to friends outside the school system. It seemed increasingly right: Katie Lanigan, Brian Edmonds, and Jeff Vance. Bottom row - left to right: Jillian more important to us that the kids stay together,” Sue happily Burger, Kirsten Weisberg, and Michelle Napierala. remarked. The Paine Street residents have a very active lifestyle from The start of the Paine Street group home was made with a attending People Inc.'s Young Adult Life Transitions program phone call from the leader of the Challenger League to Program at Erie Community College South Campus to working or Director Concetta Ferguson.The parents and Concetta first completing internships, and a full schedule of sports and social met on May 24, 2001 and then continued to meet to discuss activities. options and eventually the planning process for Paine Street. Sue commented that Concetta reassured the fellow parents Not only are parents happy, but the kids are thrilled to be settled with saying, “it will happen!” into their new home. “I love this house because I like to be with my friends and I like being on my own,” said Michelle The residents, ranging in ages 22 to 28 with developmental Napierala. “I just got a job at Subway in East Aurora and I can disabilities, grew up in the East Aurora neighborhood and have walk to work in seven minutes!” developed lasting friendships.They held a house warming for families, elected officials, community members, and neighbors Just another way People Inc. succeeds in meet- ing the needs for families in the community. to share their stories and welcome guests into their new home. Cele brat ing Telling the story of disability history o 3 f qu 5 Y alit ea If you haven't visited the Museum of y se rs rvic disABILITY History, now is the time to es plan a visit.The Museum has a new look with fresh exhibits. One of the exhibits explores the history of almshouses in America. Another, In this issue which explores disabilities and pop-culture, President’s Message...... 2 includes popular toys, well-known celebrities 35 Years of People Inc...... 3 and sports figures and a variety of popular A Place to Call Home...... 3 In-Home Behavioral Program...3 items used for fundraising. Pooled Trust...... 4 New Senior Housing...... 4 Besides its entirely new look, which includes Early Intervention...... 5 The Museum of disABILITY History recently acquired a unique artifact Themed Learning Club...... 5 a new sign on the front lawn to help from disability history; a 1960’s Invacar. Established in 1948 by Oscar people find the Museum, there are some Greeves, this three-wheeled car was made specifically for people in wheel- Family Care...... 6 chairs. The Invacar was taken off the road in 2003. New People Inc. Office...... 7 exciting new projects underway for 2006. Photo Page...... 8 & 9 Family Forums...... 10 Our new interactive website, with funding from B.Thomas Golisano Foundation, will debut in June, Grant Awards...... 11 showcasing new virtual exhibits on a multitude of topics, as well as bibliographies and other information Partnering in the Community...11 Donor Recognition...... 12 - 15 Continued on page 7 People to People Development and partnerships provide key to success

Dear Friends, Recently, I was driving with a few staff to Lancaster to see how progress was coming along at a new group home we just opened. It was a routine trip, something I’ve done many times over the past twenty-five years. Lately, these drives have become different though; they are no longer direct routes back and forth. On the way there, we saw three other program sites we have under development. On the way back, we saw two more sites that recently opened and another one under development. It’s been a priority at People Inc. to meet the needs of families waiting for help.We’re committed to developing additional services and working in nearly every neighborhood in Western New York.We focus on quality when starting new programs and maintaining those stan- dards when programs are up and running.The leadership of town officials and welcoming neighbors allow us to make a huge difference in the lives of families. Thank you for your support of our work. Sincerely,

James M. Boles, Ed.D. President and Chief Executive Officer People Inc. Mission People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the support they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.

Dear Friends,

Part of what makes People Inc. special is the agency's commitment to helping other human service organizations.Through the years, People Inc. has provided technical assistance through staff training, quality assurance reviews, loaned policies and procedures, management help and grant-writing assistance to smaller nonprofits. As a result, services remained in the community, quality was enhanced, agencies gained more stability, and important services continued for many individuals and families.

Today, People Inc. continues to work in collaboration with many human services organizations, such as Hispanics United of Buffalo, Neighborhood Information Center on the East side of Buffalo, and Headway for the Brain-Injured. As we plan for the future, we invite you to join our commitment to ensuring that individuals and families continue to have options for services they need, in a way that is accessible to them.

In your service,

Georgiana Jungels Board Chairperson 2 Spring 2006 A place to call home Celebrating 35 years When Christine Long’s young daughter, Kelly DeFedericis, began to show severe of quality services behavioral issues, she knew that she must do something. “It was getting to the point People Inc. is pleased to announce the agency's that we couldn’t ensure her, or the 35th anniversary will occur this August.We family’s safety,” said Christine. Luckily are proud to provide quality services to over she was directed to People Inc., where 10,000 individuals throughout the Western New a friend was once employed. People Inc. York community from birth to seniors, and all had just the place for Kelly, a children’s stages in between. Offering a wide variety of Individualized Residential Alternative services has been the key to help people live (IRA) located on Zollars Avenue in Buffalo. more independent and fulfilling lives.We would like to thank our 2,000 employees, board of Zollars was developed as a result of four directors, donors, families, and the individuals children whose needs were more than their we serve for their dedication and assistance families could provide.With the waiting list throughout the years. Christine Long with daughter Kelly found just for children’s services growing, more IRAs As times have changed, so has People Inc.A have been proposed for children, and those the right fit when Kelly moved to People Inc.’s Zollars IRA. great example of People Inc.'s desire to meet who have been able to be part of Zollars are your needs is the enhancement of our Children's grateful for the opportunity. Christine believes that placement at Zollars was the Services. For example, we now offer residential best thing for her daughter. Kelly was hesitant to go; initially afraid that her parents opportunities specifically for children and would abandon her or not love her anymore.This was far from the truth; this diffi- young adults.As people are living longer, cult decision was motivated by love. “Kelly has a life now, like any 14-year old,” says healthier lives, People Inc. is happy to provide Christine, “She has constant supervision, is safe, and has friends she can relate to.” safe, affordable Senior Housing to over 300 independent seniors. In fact, we are in the Since placement at Zollars, Christine and Kelly’s relationship has only improved. process of developing our fourteenth senior “Chris is much more relaxed,” says Program Director Kimberly Kadziolka, “The housing site, our first in Niagara County. time they spend together now is quality time.” Christine is taking an active role in Kelly’s case and has joined People Inc.’s Family Advisory Council whose mission is To help3 the community5 better understand the to serve as advisors in the area of program development and to share perspectives umbrella of services the agency offers, People that help improve communications between agency staff and family members. Inc. will soon unveil a new logo and tagline.This new look will provide a clearer understanding Christine continues to be pleased with People Inc.’s Zollars IRA of what People Inc. does. Plenty of community and says that she now knows how innovative People Inc. is. outreach will also take place in the upcoming “Kelly has a life The most important opinion of all however is Kelly’s, and months.Additionally, the website will be now, like any 14-year she feels very positive about her new home saying she completely renovated.We are excited about this old,” says Christine, “She likes her staff and that she enjoys the fun things she now project and look forward to bringing it to you. has constant supervision, is does living at Zollars. As for her favorite thing about safe, and has friends she Zollars, Kelly could not think of any one thing – she loves We will celebrate our 35th anniversary can relate to.” everything. throughout the year and welcome your input and guidance the next 35 years! Thank you for your ongoing support of People Inc. Behavioral support program makes home visits! The Intensive In-home Behavioral Support program is a unique with families and participants in their homes to teach more service available to individuals living in the community that effective strategies for addressing the identified needs.They require specialized behavior support services provided within their provide the families with information to help them better homes. understand their child and his/her disability.The goal of the program is to allow individuals to remain in the community with The program provides professional behavior specialists who their families through this combination of training and support. work with an individual on his or her particular behavioral needs. The behavior specialists identify the challenges the family is For more information, contact People Inc. Admissions facing, formally assess behavioral needs, and develop intervention Department or Charles Jack of the Intensive In-Home plans to address them.The behavioral specialist works directly Behavioral Support Program at 716.880.3700.

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The WNY Coalition’s Pooled Trusts Affordable senior living community

Pooled Trust.qxdNo 2/24/05 longer 2:30 PM Page worry 1 about the financial future of your opening in Lackawanna loved one with a disability People Inc. has been hard The Western New York Coalition PlaceDisabled your trust with individuals us! Special and Trusttheir for Specialfamilies People! at work converting the In responsehave to an unmettwo need new in Western uniqueF amiliesoptions and Professionals when New York, a collaborative effort began to For more information, contact: Pooled Trusts former Franklin Street develop this important opportunity. planningWe are: for their financial needs and School near South Park People Inc.it'sis Western never New York'sbeen leading easier. health and human service provider. People Avenue and Our Lady of Inc. provides programs and services to more than 10,000 people with special needs, Victory Basilica, into an their Peoplefamilies and seniors Inc. throughout and Legal ServicesTracy Harrienger, for Esq. the Western New York. People Inc. affordable senior living 1219 North Forest Road Legal ServicesElderly, for the Elderly, Disabled Disabled or and Disadvantaged PO Box 9033 community called Disadvantaged of WNY seeks to improve Williamsville, New York 14231-9033 the qualityof of WNY life for elderly, have disabled collaboratedand to create a (716) 634-8132 Sunflower Housing. disadvantaged individuals by providing Special Trusts for Special People free civilone-of-a-kind legal services in areas that gener- supplementalwww.people-inc.org needs ally have a significant impact on them. Our Our award-winning apart- primarytrusts. goal is to use the legal system to assure that the individuals we serve in our ments are for independent community• Trust may live I with provides dignity. a way for disabled Karen L. Nicolson, Esq. seniors, age 62 and up. Legal Services for the Elderly, Disabled persons under the age ofof Disadvantaged 65 to use of WNY The rent, including heat Formerly the Franklin Street School in Lackawanna, their own money to enhance821 Ellicott Squar theire Building People Inc.’s newest senior living community, Sunflower Buffalo, NY 14203 and water, is based on the (716) 853-3087 Housing, is accepting tenant applications. quality of life. www.lsed.org applicant’s income making • Trust II provides for gifts from third these apartments not only attractive, but affordable as well. parties and offers a tool for planned giving. Do you know someone who is looking for: • One bedroom apartments with new kitchen appliances A supplemental needs trust enables you to enhance the • Secure residential setting with a security system, emergency quality of life for your loved ones with a disability without pull-cord system, an elevator, full-time onsite manager, causing the loss of their government benefits.The money live-in building caretaker, and maintenance staff deposited into the trusts can be used on items that enhance • Laundry facilities, a furnished community room with the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, such as kitchen for activities obtaining additional care, travel, and more in addition to life's • Transportation for grocery shopping and group outings basic necessities. • Frequent social events, tenant meetings, and newsletter • Case Management, information and referral services The Western New York Coalition Pooled Trust is • Handicap accessible apartments for visual, hearing, administered by co-trustees People Inc.; Legal and mobility impaired individuals Services for the Elderly, Disabled and Disadvantaged of Western New York; and KeyBank. Learn more For more information on People Inc. senior living communities, call about this new service! For more information, call Wende Burgio at 716.817.7468. Tracy Harrienger, Esq., general counsel, People Inc., at 716.817.7458 or Denise Paszkiewicz, Foundation and Corporate Affairs Director at 716.817.7470. Are you looking for a rewarding job? People Inc. has the job for you! When you work with individuals with special needs, you make a differ- ence. As a People Inc. direct care employee, your compassion and understanding pay off with a good salary and benefits, flexible hours, and paid train- Lackawanna community leaders and elected officials were on hand when People Inc. hosted ing.Apply online today a “hard hat” tour of the newest senior living community Sunflower Housing. By renovating www.people-inc.org/jobs. the former Franklin Elementary School in Lackawanna, People Inc. will provide low-income If you have any questions, call the housing to 49 seniors. People Inc. Chief Operating Officer Rhonda Frederick (far right) is Human Resource Department at joined by Assemblymembers Mark Schroder and Jack Quinn, Senator William Stachowski, 716.634.8132. Lackawanna Mayor Norm Polanski, and Megan Corbett, a representative from the office of Congressmember Brian Higgins. 4 Spring 2006

Early Intervention 2006 Board of Directors Get your child on the right track Georgiana H. Jungels, David M. Downing Chairperson Towne Automotive Group People Inc.'s dynamic Early Intervention Program offers a variety of State University of New York in-home therapeutic services to children birth to age three. Services at Buffalo Anthony M. Graziano include occupational, physical, and speech therapies; special education, State University of New York William M. Collins, Vice at Buffalo infant massage, social work, and service coordination. People Inc.'s Early Chairperson Intervention Department has grown and we now have 12 specific Early Travers, Collins & Company Alfred F. Luhr III Intervention service coordinators with extensive backgrounds in working M&T Bank with children and families. Ann Bermingham, Treasurer HSBC Retired Executive Eugene Meeks All therapy services are provided Robert B. Mayer, Secretary Child and Family Services under contract with Erie Fleet/Norstar Bank Retired Executive Patrick F. Reilly County's Early Intervention Marine Midland Bank Program at no cost Edwin G. Clausen Retired Executive to the family. Once the Daemen College Mary Ellen Walsh child is determined to Town of Amherst be eligible to receive Nancy R. Dobson Senior Services Department services due to a Uniland Development Company diagnosed condition or documented delay in develop- ment, the county secures those Enroll your loved one in the services from People Inc. Barbara Wakefield knew before her youngest daughter, Alison, Themed Learning Club! The Early Intervention was born that she would have Down syndrome. Now three years Service Coordinators old, Alison receives service coordination through People Inc.'s Do you have after-school care worries for your child? For work with families to Early Intervention Program, along with physical, speech, and parents of children who have developmental disabilities, a determine services that occupational therapies. In regard to the therapies that Alison unique challenge faces them during the middle and high receives, Barbara says, "I can't imagine doing this without help." would be most effective school years. People Inc.’s Themed Learning Club is here in fostering their child's Pictured L-R: The Wakefield family of Kenmore, Sarah, mom Barbara, Alison, and Caitlin. to help; and the best part of all, it’s FREE! development. Early Intervention coordinators also provide crisis intervention and coordinate The Club is a great way for participants to make new the provision of early intervention and other services that the infant or friends and have fun. Planned activities range from arts toddler may need or is receiving. and crafts, sports and fitness, music and dancing, and cooking. In the Service Provision unit, the typical therapy session starts with the parent and child meeting the therapist at the door.When the child spies The program is open to middle and high school students the “bag of goodies,” the fun begins! In reality, the therapist arrives with who have developmental disabilities from the Amherst his/her work tools, disguised as a variety of toys or playthings.These tools School District, adjacent school districts, or any student are used to meet a variety of objectives including working on motor skills who has transportation to the program.The Themed or language development.The parents are a vital part of the Early Learning Club is located at Amherst High School at 4301 Intervention Program and the therapist gives the parent an assignment to Main St., Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. follow through on the goals addressed in the therapy session. Participants may range in age from 12 to 21.The program is funded through the Home and Community Based For more information on the Early Intervention Program, Services (HCBS) Waiver and is offered at no cost to fami- contact Maryann Stry, People Inc. Early Intervention program lies who are eligible for the Waiver. manager, at 716.874.5600, or Erie County’s Early Intervention Program at 716.858.6161. For Service Coordination, contact For more information or to enroll your loved one, call Joanne Haberer, Early Intervention Medicaid Service Terrie Cichon, program administrator, at Coordination program administrator, at 716.880.3700. 716.817.9017.

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5 People to People Providing care as a family Join People Inc.’s People Inc.'s Family Care program offers a resi- dential alternative to individuals who have devel- Family Advisory Council opmental disabilities.The program allows indi- People Inc.'s Family Advisory Council is viduals to benefit from a “family” environment looking for input from more parents and with less structure than a traditional residential family members.The Family Advisory setting. Council serves as advisors in the area of pro- What do Family Care Providers do? gram development and shares participant Family Care providers accept a person who has and family perspectives that help improve a developmental disability into their home as part communications between agency staff and of their family and their community. Providers help family members. plan and implement the individual's growth and The Council has had input into a survey development by providing assistance or support with As a family care provider Cynthia Jarrett enjoys about the daily routines of a person moving activities of daily living and foster a sense of well spending time with her extended family. She opened into a residential setting and staff training to being by providing understanding, guidance, and the doors to her home 12 years ago. Surrounding her are Cynthia Clark, Delores Pluta, Pamela include working with families. Members supervision. People Inc. provides service coordina- Howard, and Elaine Monroe. formed a committee last year to assist with tion, medical coordination, and 24-hour emergency the planning of the agency's Drive Fore on-call service. Disabilities Golf Tournament.They took the What do Family Care Providers say about the experience? lead on the auction committee and helped to “Being a part of Family Care has been a wonderful experience. I feel as a Family Care get donations from several community busi- Provider, I am able to provide a family atmosphere to someone that may not have any fami- nesses.They once again will be lending their ly.We need more people to become a part of the Family Care family!” Alisha C. support for this year's golf tournament to solicit auction and basket raffle items. “It's exciting to me to be a part of Family Care and I feel we should have more providers and participants because it really makes you feel as though you are a part of a close-knit The council meets regularly at the People family!” Cindy J. Inc. Administrative Offices at 1219 North Forest Rd. in Williamsville. Family members “It has always been my dream to help people with developmental disabilities and the Family are welcome to attend any of the upcoming Care program has made that dream come true! It has impacted my participants' lives a great meetings held at 4:30 p.m on: deal.They have become more independent, their appearances have changed, and their atti- May 8 tudes toward things have changed. My family and I embrace the participants and they June 12 embrace us!” Patricia Z. July 10

If you have a loved one who is interested in living in a Family Care home or you would like For more information about the Family more information on becoming a Family Care provider, contact Terrie Cichon, program Advisory Council or to join, call Elsa administrator, at 716.817.9017. Peters, facilitator, at 716.817.7471.

Downing Family Respite Center opens its doors

People Inc. celebrated the opening of its new Family Respite Center, the Downing House. A presentation and ribbon cutting were held signifying the culmination to a year-long Capital Campaign for Respite Services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Pictured L-R: People Inc. President and CEO James M. Boles, Ed.D., Franklin Downing Sr., Campaign Chairperson William M. Collins, and Ralph J. Vanner, Jr. The Downing House was named in honor of benefactors Franklin Sr. and Dolores Downing. Mr. Downing is the owner of Towne Automotive Group and his family generously donated $125,000 to the campaign. 6 Spring 2006 Telling the story of disability history A simple but powerful gift continued from page 1 As a supporter of People Inc., you may have donated regularly for years. Maybe you make it a point to celebrate important occasions like anniversaries or birthdays with a gift In Honor Of someone special. Or you may have recognized the passing of a relative or close friend with a gift In Memory Of them.We know that your contributions are an important expression of your values and appreciate every single donation toward our mission.You have become an important partner in the work we do everyday. As someone living a generous life, there's a simple yet powerful way to continue that path into the future - consider a bequest. Many people who may not be able to make a major gift during their life- time due to present financial obligations are able to make a won- derful gift through a thoughtful and well-planned will. Gifts Boy Scouts from Troop 440 recently visited the Museum of disABILITY. The Troop was through your will are simple: they can be a particular item or per- the first to participate in the Museum's new “Disabilities Awareness” Merit badge pro- gram taught by Elizabeth Marotta (far left), research assistant for the Museum. centage of your estate.They can be contingent (passing only to us for both the casual viewer and the serious researcher. Be sure to if another beneficiary passes away before you) or in trust, provid- visit www.museumofdisability.org often. ing income to your spouse or children before passing for our orga- We are also writing our first publication: a booklet that documents nization's mission.Your bequest can be included in your will by the almshouses in Western New York that once provided care for stating: those unable to care for themselves.This publication, the first of several planned, will be available this summer. “I give $____ dollars (or described property) to the People Inc. Foundation, 1219 North Forest Rd.,Williamsville NY, for their Continuing the educational mission of the Museum, we have devel- exempt purposes.” oped a new Disability Awareness service which is now available as a We understand that this is a delicate topic and our staff are happy merit badge program to Boy Scout to help you. If you have any questions, call Foundation Troops as well as a program for Girl Director Denise Paszkiewicz at 716.817.7470.

Scouts.To learn more or to book a t Arcade the Marke ht in October at ery Thursday Nig 2, Students FREE tour for a scout troop, call 7:00 PM Ev General Public $ Elizabeth Marotta, research assistant, at 716.817.7204. New People Inc. Office

Oct. 6: “If I Can’t Do It” Finally, the Disability Film Festival Speakers: Filmmaker Walter Brock and activist Arthur Campbell People Inc. has a new administrative office located at Oct. 13: International Shorts Speakers: To Be Announced this past fall was such a success that disabilityfilmfest.org Oct. 20: “Freaks” Speakers: Disability studies professor Robert Bogdan 3131 Sheridan Drive in Amherst in the Northtown Business we are repeating it again on Oct. 27: Vital Signs: Crip Culture Talks Back Center.The Medicaid Service Coordination and the Behavioral Saturday afternoons throughout Check out www.disabilityfilmfest.org Support Departments are located at the new office.The Quality October 2006.This year's programs for the latest on this year’s People Assurance, IRA, ICF, Nursing Administration, and Day Services will feature a variety of films and Inc. Disability Film Festival. Departments remained at the Spindrift office with a new phone guest speakers, all dealing with dif- number 716.817.9000. ferent aspects of disability culture. Mark your calendars and look for more information in the future! Northtown Office Spindrift Office MSC and Behavioral IRA, ICF,Nursing The Museum of disABILITY History is open Support Departments Administration, QA, and Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 3131 Sheridan Drive Day Services or by appointment. For more information, call Amherst, NY 14226 280 Spindrift Drive 716.817.7439 or 716.817.7477. Phone: 716.880.3700 Williamsville, NY 14221 Fax: 716.880.3890 Phone: 716.817.9000 Fax: 716.632.4956

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Congressmember Thomas Reynolds came to People Inc.'s administrative office to accept a Community Leader of the Year Award. People Inc. had nominated Congressmember Reynolds for this prestigious award from Governor George E. Pataki and the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council. Reynolds has been a tireless advocate for people with developmental disabilities. Assemblymember Mark J. F. Schroeder spoke to People Inc. participants of the Erie Community College South Campus Young Adult Life Transitions students about how he became an elected official and the importance of voting. In the late 1970’s, Assemblymember Schroeder worked at People Inc.’s Buffum Street group home.

Several Buffalo Grover Cleveland High School students who participated in Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center (AHEC) students visited the Elmwood Health Center to learn about careers in health services. While there they met Charles DeGraffenried, a participant of People Inc.'s Elmwood Day Hab. They enjoyed their time with him and wanted to give L-R: People Inc. Public Affairs Director Kevin Horrigan, Developmental Kaleida Kevin him something special. They made Charles a homemade quilt with the help from Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC) Consumer Caucus Chair Health who donated fabric and materials. When Charles received the quilt he thanked them Kennedy, and People Inc. board member and DDPC member Patrick Arthur Wiley F. Reilly for their wonderful gift, “It’s beautiful,” he said. , a Grover Cleveland student, at the annual DDPC Awards event at the Governor’s Mansion replied, “I did it with my heart.” Pictured: Dale Stampfer, People Inc. Vocational Services in Albany. program administrator (far left); Grover Cleveland High School students with their teacher William Spatzer; Charles DeGraffenried (middle front); and Carolyn Manz of Kaleida Health (standing next to Charles).

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Then Buffalo mayoral candidate Byron Brown was on hand when People Inc. received a Civic Empowerment Award for its “Get Out the Vote,” Initiative which was a project to assist voters who are disabled and alerting the public as to their voting rights. Pictured bottom row left to right: People Inc. Self Advocates Maria Bell, Johnnie Mae Ware, and Nancy Patterson; top row left to right: Public Affairs Director Kevin Horrigan, City of Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown, and Chief Operating Officer Rhonda Frederick.

People Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer James M. Boles was featured in the August 2005 issue of Living Prime Time. The issue featured Dr. Boles life and career. The photo shows a cross-section of the 10,000 individuals served by People Inc.

Congressman Thomas Reynolds visited the agency administrative headquarters to announce that People Inc. was awarded $11 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to build two new affordable senior housing complexes for low-income seniors. Reynolds spoke about the need for the continued development of affordable senior housing. Current Senior Housing tenants shared their stories on what it means to live independently in affordable housing. Pictured L- R: Ralph J Vanner Sr., Foundation Board Chair; Brigid Mangione, People Inc. Senior Residents of People Inc.’s Daffodil Housing on Robin Road in Amherst were Housing tenant; Patrick F. Reilly, People Inc. Board; James M. Boles, People Inc. present when Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton appeared at an Amherst pharmacy President and CEO; People Inc. Senior Housing tenant Donna Finnegan; and recently calling for major revisions in the new Medicare Part D prescription drug Congressman Thomas Reynolds. program.

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Calling all families! Whether your family member presently receives People Inc. services People Inc.’s or you're just trying to keep up-to-date with services available, our Golf Tournament spring “Family Forums” are something for you! People Inc.'s Family Advisory Council helped launch this series of informational sessions is on course! designed to provide family members answers to questions they care Proceeds benefit unique housing solutions about. Questions include:What's now available and how can we access that service? Who can participate and how does that program work? The 5th Annual People Inc. Foundation Drive Fore Here's my circumstance, what do you recommend? What happens Disabilities Golf Tournament will be Monday, when (fill in the blank)? August 28, at the East Aurora Country Club. Be sure to register early! Maximum attendance is 136 golfers.There will All presentations will be made by management staff and have been be a raffle for a vacation, great prizes and complimentary scheduled at different locations and times for your convenience. golfer gifts. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are Simply RSVP to our Family Forums Line at 716.817.7464 to let available and customized to meet company needs. In- us know you'll attend! kind donations are welcome! For more information, or to reserve your foursome, call the People Upcoming Schedule: Inc. Foundation at 716.817.7470. Service Coordination, Admissions, Consumer Rights and Protection, Staff Hiring and Training Monday, May 1; 6:15 p.m., Administrative Offices, 1219 North Forest Rd.,Williamsville (between Sheridan and Maple) or attend Help People Inc. crack the safe! Saturday, May 6; 9 a.m.; Orchard Park Day Services, 3763 Southwestern Blvd., Orchard Park We need gems, jewels and baubles Day and Vocational Programs, Community Health Services Have you been going to the same trusted jeweler for including Elmwood Health Center and Home Care, and years? Help People Inc. reach out to the local jewelry Family Support Services Monday, May 8; 6:15 p.m.; Administrative Offices, business community with an invitation to participate in 1219 North Forest Rd.,Williamsville our Jewelry Showcase at People Inc.’s largest event of the or attend year, our Drive Fore Disabilities Golf Tournament Saturday, May 13; 9 a.m.; Orchard Park Day Services, Auction. Proceeds from this year’s tournament and auc- 3763 Southwestern Blvd, Orchard Park tion will go toward building six new specialty group homes for people with Prader-Willi syndrome, children Transition and Future Planning, Protecting Benefits, with developmental disabilities who have severe medical Understanding Finances and Special Needs Trusts needs, and others. Monday, May 15; 6:15 p.m.; Administrative Offices, 1219 North Forest Rd.,Williamsville The silent auction will take place in conjunction with our or attend Golf Tournament on Monday,August 28, 2006, at the Saturday, May 20; 9 a.m.; Orchard Park Day Services, East Aurora Country Club. A secured Jewelry Showcase 3763 Southwestern Blvd, Orchard Park is being added as the feature of our 2006 Silent Auction. Residential Services (all different models, from moving in You can help by asking the jeweler you frequent for a to adjusting to new needs over time) and Residential donated item.The more items, the better! Plus, there Medical Services are plenty of perks for the jeweler to take advantage of! Monday, May 22; 6:15 p.m.; Administrative Offices, 1219 North Forest Rd.,Williamsville If you would like to help or know a jeweler who would or attend provide a donation, contact Corporate Affairs and Saturday, May 27; 9 a.m.; Orchard Park Day Services, Foundation Director, Denise Paszkiewicz, at 3763 Southwestern Blvd, Orchard Park 716.817.7470.

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Special Partners, Special Projects - 2005 GRANT AWARDS People Inc.’s Museum of disABILITY taking place over the next three years. Works grant of $49,909 is funding History has started to attract national The Christopher Reeve Paralysis team-based employee wellness efforts. and statewide attention from a diverse Foundation awarded a second grant to An Americorps VISTA grant valued at set of investors. Examples of this are a People Inc.'s Elmwood Health Center in $72,000 was made, allowing for volun- special legislative grant of $10,000 from the amount of $14,000, toward the pur- teers to support our mission. Senator Mary Lou Rath; $5,000 chase of powered exam tables that are grant from the National Endowment more accessible for people with disabili- The Children’s Foundation of Erie for the Humanities to conduct a ties. The NYS Department of County awarded a grant of $2,285 preservation assessment for our arti- Health awarded $4,857 toward a toward equipment and supplies for our facts; a $3,990 grant from the NYS unique exercise program, for individuals day programs, while Target Documentary Heritage Program to served with disabilities. Corporation awarded $600 and the conduct a regional documentation proj- Buffalo Bills Youth Foundation ect; and two $500 grants from the The NYS Housing Trust Fund awarded $1,500 toward our Kids on the Upstate History Alliance to fund awarded People Inc. $200,000 through Block program. planning activities. the “Access to Home” program, which The US Department of Housing will allow us to make environmental The First Niagara Bank and Urban Development awarded modifications to individuals' homes in People Inc. a total of $11,482,200 to Foundation made a generous grant of the community. $50,000 toward building our Downing build two 50-unit apartment complexes Family Respite Center, which People Inc. was awarded funding for low-income seniors in Wheatfield opened in mid-2005. through Niagara County to support a and Hamburg. The NYS Department “Disability Navigator” staff position, of Transportation has awarded The NYS Homeless Housing and working with employment programs in $18,830 toward a van for Carnation Assistance Program awarded a grant that region. A $72,000 grant through Housing Senior Housing in Orchard of $505,000 for a new apartment build- VESID will support continued efforts Park. ing that will become home to eight to help people with special needs pursue The NYS Office of Mental adults with developmental disabilities in employment opportunities. 2006. Retardation and Developmental People Inc. was also awarded grant Disabilities Family Support The Peter and Elizabeth C.Tower funding toward making our workforce Program provided grants of $21,478 Foundation selected People Inc. to the best it can be. A $13,000 grant toward staffing for the Intensive implement a nationally-acclaimed parent through the NYS Department of Behavioral Training and Counseling pro- support program entitled “The Labor Hazard Abatement Board gram, and another $5,401 for family Incredible Years.” A grant of $84,595 will go toward training human service support program supplies. was awarded to cover curriculum train- staff on how to avert injury while pro- ing and parent sessions, which will be viding direct care. A NYS Wellness

2006 Corporate Campaign Gregory Stamm, Esq. and Ralph J.Vanner Jr. are leading the business community in supporting the People Inc. Foundation 2006 Corporate Campaign. People Inc. never closes, it operates around-the- clock, 24-hours a day, seven days a week, providing supportive homes for hundreds of people with dis- abilities. Over 10,000 local people are served every year through People Inc.’s full range of health and social services. People Inc. is unique because its staff has the expertise to operate “specialty” homes. The people that live in these homes are not only developmentally disabled, but have other special needs.This year, the agency will develop additional homes for people with Prader Willi syndrome, children with complex medical needs, and people with disabilities that were homeless, to name a few.These unique answers come with a cost – there will be a shortfall not covered by any other reimbursement source. Private donations are required to meet this gap. Through the Corporate Campaign, business leaders can partner in creating “Special Homes for Special People” – through a range of sponsorship and recognition options. Please consider a gift to the People Inc. Foundation. For more information or to find out how you can get involved, contact Corporate Greg Stamm, Esq. co-chairs Affairs and Foundation Director Denise Paszkiewicz at 716.817.7470. People Inc.’s 2006 Corporate Campaign.

11 People to People Donor Recognition 2005 Consider including People Inc. in your estate plans. Special thanks to family members, employees, businesses, community leaders, and all who have made donations to People Inc.

FRIENDS & FAMILY DONORS Community Supporters Patricia Brock Alice E. Cunningham Foundation Society Kelly L.Abbott Stephanie A. Broeneman Robert M. Cunningham Trina Adams Anikia M. Brown Shelley H. Curl James M. Boles, Ed.D. Philips E.Aguilar Deborah Browning Colleen B. Cuthbert Scott & Suella Bowman Denise Akin Christine R. Brunck Sheena Cuzzola Janet Cummins Fazih Alasri Bonnie S. Bruning Nancy S. Czechowski Henry Kaminer Sarah M.Alessi Coma Bryant John E. Danaher Robert B. Mayer Janet Allen Phyllis Bryant Amy M. Darling William E. Schutt Raymond A.Alvarado Catherine M. Buchanan Charlene Darling Amy D.Anderson Erika Buchanan Deborah L. Debski Jerry Shorthouse Ellen G.Anstett Debra Bunnell Jeanne Decock Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Smith Theresa M.Arcara Mary A. Burghardt Cherie DeFazio Mr. & Mrs. Edward H. Taylor Dayle S.Austin Wende S. Burgio Michael P.Defelice Francisco M.Vasquez, Ph.D. Michele J.Austin Robert L. Burkard Kevin P.Delaney Mr. & Mrs. Barry Zeplowitz Julie Bakke Timothy J. Burke Shantere Delaney James P.Balcerzak Pamela Burlar Edward J. Desmarest Tammy E. Banks Jerry R. Burns Kathleen T.Deveso Friends of People Inc. Richard W.Banner Megan D. Burt Donette J. Diabo V.M. Caldwell Susan R. Barlow Sheila Bush Richard DiCarlo Rhonda I. Frederick Denise L. Barone Kelly A. Bushen Charla R. Dickey Denise Giangrosso Marjorie H. Barone Joseph E. Butka Ann M. Didio-Harbin John Hamm Rebecca Barry Tracey C. Byrd Alfred J. Didion Joseph E. Knarr Kathleen M. Bartholomew Alison Caggiano Deborah Dimmig Anna Korus Leah H. Bartlo Barbara J. Callen Robert Dispenza Nicole M. Barton Frank A. Cammarata Shirley F. Dixon Nadine Lewandowski Karen Bartoszek Lois V.Cammarata Dianne L. Doherty Morton Meyers Joseph F. Basil Peter Cammarata Michael E. Doherty William A. Prudden Barbara S. Beall Mary Cappara Christine Dolan Robert E. Ruhlman Katherine A. Bechtel Susan M. Carlisle Regina M. Dolan Anne M. Stone Darci R. Beck James N. Carlo Stacie Dopko Gary Becker Delight E. Carlson Jeanne M. Downs Neighbor's Circle Marley A. Becker Jeremy S. Carlson Shaun T. Doyle Charles M.Abbott Holly M. Beckett Alan S. Carrel Camille Drag Kathryn D.Alterio Carrie Belcher Kerri A. Carrigan Sandra L. Drescher Thomas S.Artim Dimario D. Bell Vivienne Carroll Tracie Drewniak Susan B. Bayerl Olive E. Bellamy James H. Cassell Mary M. Drilling William D. Bergmann Lynn S. Beman Jenny Castro Angela Dubel Ann B. Bermingham Cynthia S. Benkelman James L. Casucci Cynthia A. Duk Peter Bernstein Susan Bennett Bonnie Cave Donna M. Dybalski LizBeth J. Booth Cynthia A. Benton Jennifer Cefaratti Raymond J. Dzimian Jeffrey L. Bridenbaker Jane M. Bergmann Maureen Cephas Jill A. Echtenkamp Rosemary G. Caldwell Keith Berta Rosemarie Cetola Melissa Edmond Marcia R. Ergort Paul Besstak George F. Chadwick Beth Egloff Mary M. Evanco-Caryk Cindi M. Beyer Nancy Challgren Judith Egri Michael Ferdinand Matthew Beyer Elizabeth M. Charles Richard Eisenberger Concetta Ferguson Elizabeth A. Bicker Amy K. Chase Lucille D. Emmi Jeffrey D. Fox Debra G. Bigham George Cheteny Karleene M. Epolito Anthony Graziano Dwyonna I. Birdsong Joanne M. Chittenden Jennifer A. Ernst Robert J. Greenauer Debra J. Blendowski Kathleen Chmura Krista M. Ernst Kevin Horrigan Dennis J. Blynt Teresa Cichon Jennifer K. Esau Kimberly Kadziolka Colleen Boles Daniel J. Cimato John J. Fahey John P.Lane Roseanne M. Bonafede Cindy E. Clark Tashawn Faison Thomas P.LaPenna Patricia J. Bonnes George Clark Joanne Fall David S. Mack-Hardiman Karen E. Boody Aaron Coleman Carl F. Fanti Karen M. Nusinov Shannon J. Booker Karen S. Coleman Elizabeth Farewell-Prisaznuk Denise Paszkiewicz Michelle L. Booth James C. Conley Emma A. Favors-Mayfield Richard M. & Janet Peer Diane L. Booze Hugh J. Cooney Michael Ferdinand Mary J. Petrakos-Terranova Maria R. Borgese Leonora A. Corbetta Christine Fischer Sharon L. Plant Jocelyn S. Bos Gloria M. Cordaro Michael Fischer Joan Purcell Dora L. Bowen Rosalie Covial Kristi B. Fisher Patrick F. Reilly Linda Bowers Joyce Covington MaryJane L. Fix Linda B. Rinaldo Gloria Boyd Patricia Craig Sharon E. Flak Ed J. Ryan Barbara A. Bracco Lois Crane Mary Lou A. Flamino Christina Sage Deborah M. Branch Lauren Crashell Kim Florian C.W.Schultz Lindsey M. Brandt Janie A. Crawford Linda B. Foley Jackie Spangenthol Callie Brice Susan M. Crocker Brenda L. Ford Christa Stoiber Michael D. Brice Kevin C. Cronyn Wendy Forster Margaret R. Stresing Nicole R. Briggs Tracy M. Cummings Amy M. Foster

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Special thanks to family members, employees, businesses, community leaders, and all who have made donations to People Inc.

Judi Foster-Sims Kim T.Hilburger Denise M. Kleinsmith Sherrie Martin Lorraine M. Norman Genel Fraizer-Kimeu Richard Hilst Lindsey Kleinsmith Jason M. Martinez Lisa M. Nossavage Christine Fronckowiak John A. Hines Loretta Kling Jessica Martinez Anne M. Nowak Cynthia A. Fuller Jennifer J. Hite Laurel E. Klino Lorraine D. Martinez Leonard J. Noworyta Brian M. Fullone Brie E. Hofschneider Vanessa M. Kosis Michelle Martinez Theresa V.O'Brien Raymond A. Fuoto Erin Hogan Kenneth E. Koteras Amy Masocco Tanja M. O'Brocta Diane L. Gall J. Roger Hogenkamp Jennifer L. Kozak Delphine A. Mason Andrea O'Connor Carol A. Gallo Britt A. Holdaway Heather J. Kraemer Suzanne M. Massara Robert J. O'Connor Barbara A. Gannon Jessica Holka Mary B. Krampen Stacy F. Maybee Mary Ann O'Dea Lisa R. Garrett Dennis Hollfelder Anne M. Kudla Jessica J. Mayes Jamal O'Neill Shawn Gaske Frank J. Honer Kevin B. Kulick Amy L. Mazurkiewicz Jennifer A. O'Shei Joy Gaskin Jennifer L. Hopper Marianne S. Kupiec Gayle D. McCarthy Patricia A. Obstarczyk Peter L. Gaskin Abbigael A. Horan Meghan W.Kutas Nancy J. McCormick Odrzywolski Family Cathy A. Gawoski Lisa Horschel Emma F. Kutlina-Mueller Rebecca L. McCubbin Susan A. Olinger William J. Geary Tracie L. Howard Robert LaMantia Joseph M. McDougal Tina M. Ortolano Mary C. Geller Edward W.Huber John R. Lane Candace A. McDowell Rebecca J. Orton Marlena Gernett Doris Hughes Jeannette Lansky Tyeicha McEachin Patricia A. Osborne Christopher L. Gerulat Jeanie L. Hursey Carla J. LaRussa Janice M. McGhee Sara Pacitto Michael J. Gettings Heidi Insinna Jeffrey R. Latona Barbara McGinnis Michael Panzarella Beth A. Geyer Deborah A. Ireland Karen L. Lazik Stephanie M. McKeel Thomas Panzarella MaryJo Giambelluca Sarah R. Irvine Christine M. Lease Robert D. McKenzie Amanda Papke Diane Gibson Marilyn C. Irving Gliset Lebron Felicia D. McKnight Christopher J. Parisi Karen Gilbert Mary Beth Iwanski Lisa M. Leidenfrost James J. McLoughlin Toni Parisi Natasha S. Gills Dwayne E. Jackson Appolinaire Lekeuneu Maureen P.McPartlan Anthony B. Pariso Doris Givens Martin Jackson Lynda A. Leman Paul J. Mecca Louise M. Park Lindsay Glasser Seolar Jackson Priscilla A. Lewis Jeannie Meinzer Sidney J. Parnes Ashley E. Glenn Neville Jacobs Trish LiBassi Kenneth J. Mekus Andrea Parrish Karl Godert Jennifer L. James Gena M. Licata Anna Melcher Nicole A. Passantino Leonard Gonshor Robert D. James Trina Lipke Frederick P.Meli Maureen A. Passmore Gary Goodwin Veronica James Denise M. Litz Patricia A. Merritt Mary Pasternack Carolyn Gorczyca Kathleen Janiga Samuel J. Lobello Denise Metty Deborah A. Pawlak Emily Gorczyca Denise A. Jankowiak Gary E. LoBene Gail Meyers Diane Peach Milton W.Gordon Ralph E. Januale Gwendolyn I. Loomis Nancy L. Meyers Tonia Pearse Edward P.Gramse Elladene M. Jarvis Susan J. LoPatriello Kathleen A. Mickney Jessica Peffer Bonnie E. Gray Shelly A. Jephson David J. LoTempio Suzanne Milks Suzanne R. Pembleton Latasha L. Greer Sharon L. Jimerson F. Paul Lounsbury David W.Miller Christopher Penberthy Annette M. Gross Judy A. Johnson Julie S. LoVullo Enabell Mirando Melissa R. Pepero Dean M. Gross Velpo Johnson Melissa A. Lowman Denise A. Mitts Carmen Perez Rosemarie Gruber Carol Johnson-Drzymala Lauren A. Lowowsky Lynn E. Moerman Tanya E. Perri Sue A. Guarino Charles E. Jones Barbara D. Lowry Margaretmary Moffat Robin Perry Lisa A. Guglielmi Leon D. Jones Michael B. Luce Samuel L. Mole Virginia Perry Margaret Guthrie Diamond R. Junior Jennifer R. Ludwig-Ragonese Joseph J. Monaco Carlton G. Peter Joanne F. Haberer Jammie L. Kadziolka Joanne M. Lundberg John Montgomery Elsa Peters Wayne R. Hadley Alfred M. Kalinowski Pamela R. Luther Donna L. Moore Susan R. Pfohl Bernice C. Hague Mary T.Kalinski Donna Lynch Jean M. Morano Jane C. Phillips Razzaq Hakim Paula A. Kaminski Heather M. Lynch Brenda K. Morgan Kimberly Phillips John Hale James Kane Joyce Lynch Tracy L. Morris Megan D. Phillips Katherine M. Halstead Philip N. Kane Melinda J. Lyon Saran S. Mostiller Ruth Phillips Karen M. Hanlon Grace M. Kasprzak Gloria C. Mack Nicholas L. Moyer Susan M. Picerno Kevin R. Hannibal Diane M. Kauffman Renee Mack James W.Mrozek Elizabeth P. Pierce Joanna S. Harding Mary B. Kazmierczak Trisha A. Mackellar Pasha N. Mujahid-Baines Mikhael Pilato Stella L. Harmon Jackie A. Kehr Dawn M. MacMurray James Mullaney Adrian F. Pilliod Tracy S. Harrienger Diane M. Kelley Joseph A. Mahaney Philip H. Munger Deborah A. Pirri William J. Harrison Lester G. Kelly David L. Mahoney Richard Munschauer Clara Piszkin Kelly Harszlak Lynn A. Kelly Donna M. Mahoney Mary Ann Murphy Michelle V.Place Jackie A. Haskell Paul F. Kemp Christina A. Mallon Alicia M. Murray Arthur Plant Alexandria D. Hassan Merja Kenola Ismaila Mane Anne W.Murray Douglas A. Platt Kelly L. Hawkins Jillian M. Kenyon Jack T.Manganello Avie R. Murtha Judith A. Poitras Michael Hayes Andrea Keogh Kenneth J. Manista Susan M. Muscarella Raquel Polidura Virginia C. Hehir Alan Kerr Louise Manista Sherene M. Myree Thomas Polisoto Christine A. Heim Charles W.Kilger Elizabeth Manley Marcia M. Nagowski Tina F. Polito Frederick J. Henn Annie King Colleen Marcus Alice Nance Aaron M. Pope Vera Hereth Kathleen M. King Karen Markiewicz Harry Neale Jada A. Porebski Michael G. Herrmann Linda M. King Eric Marlinski Mark H. Nellis Nicole M. Porebski Heidi Hersperger Pamela A. King Christopher R. Marriott Erica A. Newsom Kristen R. Porter Donna J. Hessler George M. Kingsley Chantel Marshall Erica L. Newton Andrea Post Renee M. Higgins Diane Kirchue Christopher Martin John J. Niedzwiecki Billie J. Powell Cara R. Hilbig Jennifer L. Klein David R. Martin Amy M. Norman Walter F. Powell

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Lori E. Prelewicz James M. Shepard Nicole D.Turner Ms. Mary Ann Farr Edward and June Taylor's Anne E. Price Thomas J. Siczewicz Alejandra C.Tuttle Ms. Rhonda Frederick 50th Wedding Anniversary, Dianne M. Puma Mary E. Sikorski Kathryn M.Tyrrell Ms. Marcia Gerace in Honor of Susan Taylor: Jada A. Pupo Dan Silvey Maria Tyson Mr. & Mrs. John Kadziolka Mr. & Mrs. Michael G. Kraus Erin Pusateri Michaeline F. Simeister Carl Unger Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Kennedy South Park Optical, Inc. Doris A. Queener Heather Simpson Carol J. Urbino Ms. Gwen Loomis Mr.& Mrs. Ronald B. Stepnick, Sr. Michael P.Ralbovsky Renee D. Sims John Valvo Mrs. Dawn Neufeld Mr. & Mrs. Robert J.Vogel Robiah Ramadhan Karen M. Sirgey Sabine M.Van Wyck-Haney Mr. Robert O'Leary Dawn M. Ramos Christopher A. Sisti Sandra Vazquez Ms. Nicole Passantino Kiero Welch Harold C. Rance Laura M. Skotarczak Ann M.Venticinque-Ertel Ms. Denise Paszkiewicz Ms. Maureen Schiller Jane L. Randazzo Donna S. Slojkowski Erin M.Vincent Mrs. Elsa Peters MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Denise A. Raner Tiffany Smart Lisa A.Volpe Ms. Gail Schwartz Mary R.Abbott Sandra Reagan Cheryl A. Smith Rayna Voychak Ms. Jackie Spangenthol Mr. Charles R.Abbott Amy R. Reilly Darius D. Smith Elizabeth A.Walker Mr. & Mrs.William Sprenger Sheldon B. Reingold Elisa A. Smith Linda M.Walleshauser Ms. Millie Sutter Frieda Ballantyne Jamie L. Repec Irene E. Smith Mary Ellen Walsh Mr. & Mrs. Barry Zeplowitz Mrs. Marie L. Koch Jeffrey T.Rice Lucille Smith Catherine H.Walter Mr. Larry Stokely Latoia Richards Tiffany M. Smith Sarah L.Walter HONOR CONTRIBUTORS Mr. & Mrs. James M.Timkey Patricia Richardson Sandra Snashell Lisa Warning Jan E. Bailey Ruth Berner Chante' R. Richmond Linda K. Snedden Lois Warren Mr. & Mrs. Donald U. Bailey Dr. & Mrs. Sidney J. Parnes Nicole E. Richmond Paul P.Snyder Robin Watroba Shari R. Richmond Roxanne Sorensen Nicole L.Watson Jamie Becker Joey (Joseph) Bilkey Robert N. Richter Dana A. Sosinski Christy L.Weber Mr. & Mrs. Gary Becker Mrs.Camille Irr Robert Rigerman Cleveland M. Southern James P.Wegener Blanche Bellamy New York State United Teachers Shawn Riordan Alioune Sow Jonathan F.Weiskerger Ms. Olive E. Bellamy Ms. Sharon Rott Paul Robel Valerie Sowinski Joann M.Whalen Ms. Mary L. Schlitt Carol E. Robertson Linda G. Spears Michelle L.White Stephanie Bincs Donald H. Cohen Cecelia Robinson Kristi L. Spontaneo Sandra M.White Mr. & Mrs.Anthony Marzucco Upper U.S. Club Pamela D. Robinson Karen M. Stachowski David D.Wienckowski James Boles Ronald Rodolph Charles R. Stallings Kenneth R.Wilkes Ms.Rosemary G. Caldwell Mark V.Conley, Jr. Yolanda Rodriguez Mary Stallone Michele D.Williams Mrs.Mark V.Conley Eugene Rogalski Dale A. Stampfer Ruth A.Williams Mr. David S. Bowman Ms.Delores B.Whiting Annie M. Rorrison Tamara N. Staples Stephen D.Williams Ms. Mary A. Gebhardt Dennis J. Rose Nicole M. Staszak Cynthia Willoughby Mr. & Mrs. Harry Neale Dolores Connelly Ms. Joanne M. Chittenden Valerie J. Rosenhoch Karen A. Stearns Kathleen Wilson Mr. & Mrs. Charles R. Stallings Amber L. Ross Cheryl Stevens Frank P.Wilton Scott Bowman Allen E. Dekdebrun Andreenetter Rowe Erica L. Stewart Arlene Winfield Ms.Nancy Bowman Mr. & Mrs. Barry Zeplowitz Melissa J. Royer Gary E. Stewart Marion A.Winkler Michael Rucci Eleanor B. Stiller Brian Wojcik 25th Wedding Anniversary Alfonso DeMeo Sr. Meilyn Ruiz Jennifer L. Stilson Zelinda Wolcott of Drs. Nora & Richard Elman Mr. & Mrs. Carmen Vacco Jason D. Runion Michelle M. Stockwell Claire L.Wolfram Mr. & Mrs. Seymour Hesch Russell J. Digati Jacqueline A. Russell Larry Stokely Elaine M.Woodell Naomi Goldstein Mr. & Mrs. James J. McLoughlin Cynthia A. Russo Michelle Stoll John Woodell Dr.Henry Kaminer Rosemary Russo Cary M. Stosal Lawrence R.Wujcikowski Joan C. Floss Nicole M. Ryan Sandra D. Stroud Corinne M.Yates Derek Hall Ms.Alice F.Elliott Lorraine H. Rykowski Maryann Stry Linda S.Yohn Ms.Kim Florian Mr. & Mrs. Louis J. Bechtel Cecilia J. Ryll Mildred Sutter Nicole M.Young David Klc Paul R. Haefner Paul Rzepkowski Tammy L. Swartout Adam Youngs Reverend & Mrs. John Klc Mr. & Mrs. Peter Jancevski Barbara Salter Joyce Swartz Kimberly A.Youngs Mr. & Mrs. John Radice Roslyn Santalucia Donna E. Sweeney Charlene Zaccagnini-Johnson Kyle Knarr Ms. Kellyann Simon John J. Santonocito Jennifer Sweitzer Lisa Zambito Mr.& Mrs.Joseph Knarr Rochelle Sautter William S.Tabor Beth Ann Zaprowski J.Warren Hoy Stella Luc Mr.& Mrs.Edward W.Huber Salvatore Savarino Susan A.Tait Mary Ann Zawier Ms.Toni Parisi Mary E. Savash Sabrina L.Taylor Traver A. Zayatz Pauline (Peg) M. Huber Kelly A. Scanlon Edward E.Testa Barry Zeplowitz Pamela Manganello “Carole Beyer's Choir”: Lillian, Mary V. Scanlon Gary J.Thompson Jessica M. Zierk Mr. & Mrs. Jack T.Manganello Robin, Darlene, Jean, Hugh, Janelle Schamberger Heather E.Tierney Catherine M. Zimmerman James (Jimmy) Meade Carol, Pastor Bob, Emma Dominic M. Schiavone Brandie Toledo Patricia W.Zimmerman Ms.Nancy B.Meade The Danney Sisters: Ms. Linda D. Noel K. Schmitt Shannon R.Toney Robert W.Zulawski Britton,Ms. Martha Daniels, Judy Schnobrich Claudia J.Torres Phyllis I. Zuzze Mary Parisi Ms. Kathryn Kenny Warren Schreiber Robert R.Towlson Ms.Toni Parisi Mr.& Mrs.Anthony DiPiano FRIENDS & FAMILY George E. Schweizer Mary D.Tramont Eli Sokol East Aurora High School IN-KIND LIST Lisa M. Scritchfield Robert D.Treger Mr. & Mrs. Barry Zeplowitz Sunshine Fund Sheila J. Sechrist Anthony Trigilio Mr. Charles M.Abbott Ms. Barbara J. Gerken Ellen J. Segool Frances M.Trusso Mrs. Diane Bantle Eden Evans Staff Ms.Margaret Klipfel Sandra J. Sendor Helena Trzesniewska Ms. Lynn Beman Mr.& Mrs.Scott Bowman Rev. & Mrs. Robert J. Knepfel Tara L. Shannon Karen Turchiarelli Mr. & Mrs. Scott Bowman Mrs. Joan F. Lillis Donald P. Shedd Kimberly A.Turner Mr. John Boss Mr. & Mrs. Frank Matray

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Mr. & Mrs. Gary Phillips Calamar Construction Mgmt., Inc. D.V.Brown & Associates, Inc. Glen Park Tavern Retired and Senior Volunteer Program CSI Contract Specialists Eden Evans IRA Golf Galaxy Advisory Council David Ogiony Development Empire Building Diagnostics, Inc Harris Hill Golf Center Ms. Debra Scott Dopkins & Company Evans National Bank Holesale Golf Ms. Grace D. Shea Eastern Hills Sunrise Rotary Club Fancher Sales Co., Inc. Holiday Inn Grand Island Ms. Emma L.Weinreber Eaton Office Supply Company, Inc. Ferguson Electric Construction Co., Inc. Homewood Suites West Seneca Historical Society First Niagara Bank Foundation Freed Maxick & Battaglia Ilio DiPaolo Restaurant Winchester School Social Fund The Gustave & Geraldine Frey Electric Construction Co., Inc. Irish Classical Theatre Werner Foundation GAR Associates, Inc. Johnson Estate Winery Casey Kaminski Gresens & Gillen LLP Kaleida Health nonymous Halifax Mooseheads Hockey A Club Inc. Grover Cleveland Press, Inc. Left Bank Leigh Anne Kelly Hodgson Russ Attorneys LLP Gypsum Systems Inc. Living Prime Time Mr. Donald V.L. Kelly Hogan & Willig Harris Beach & Wilcox LLP Marco's Restaurant Ilio DiPaolo Inc. Parent Network of WNY McKenzie's Bar and Grill Ronald Korn KeyBank The Pfizer Foundation McMahon's Mr. & Mrs. Jeanne M. Konstanty Lawley Service Insurance Sterling Glass-Dual Pane, Inc. Merchants Insurance Group Ms. Lorraine H. Rykowski Group of Companies Tredo Engineers Michele Salon & Day Spa Mr. & Mrs. George E. Schweizer Parkview Health Services United Way of Chester County Midcity Office Furniture Daniel Masiello Ronco Communications Waste Management Niagara Falls Country Club Mr. & Mrs. Peter Cammarata & Electronics, Inc. Oasis Bed and Breakfast Savarino Construction Services Corporate In-Kind Orville's Appliances and Furniture Mr. Donald E. Nichter Corp. A. C. Moore Parkview Health Services M. Infante Sparks Plumbing & Heating Inc. Adventure Landing Premier Wine and Spirits Jack and Beverly Kiefer Uniland Development Company AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc. Pro Golf Discount Gerald and Grace McGee Vanner Insurance AirTran Airways Reeds Jewelers Norma and Chester Stoll Wegman's Food Markets, Inc. A New You Day Spa & Salon Regal Movie Cinema Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Wilkes William L. Long & Associates Ashley Furniture Rick Zurak's Golf Warehouse Florence Roth Bally Total Fitness Rite Aid Pharmacy - East Aurora Ms.Arleen Abrams Friends of People Inc. Bauer's Eden Valley Furniture Root Five Restaurant Ms. Rozalind Case Allan G & M Gohr McTaggart Bon-Ton Rosebrook Golf Course & Driving Ms. Joyce Frayer Foundation Brite Ideas Sales and Marketing Range Mr. & Mrs. John Hardwick Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Broadway Driving Range & Roycroft Inn Mr. & Mrs. Bruce M. Korotkin CARA Medical Miniature Golf Rue Franklin Ms. Martha Miess Digicon Buca Di Beppo Salon Rouge Ms. Gail O'Meara Grandview Construction, Inc. Buffalo Athletic Club Suburban Sammy's Floral, Fruit & Gourmet Dr. & Mrs. Harold Star Ingram Micro, Inc. Buffalo Bills Creations Ms. Mary Timby Investor Advisement Services Buffalo Niagara Partnership South End Floral Mr. & Mrs. Robert J.Wagner Merchants Insurance Group Buffalo Sabres Starbucks Ms. Shirley Welker Merrill Lynch Business First Studio 2000 Mr. & Mrs. Stan Zionts Pride Maintenance Service Byrncliff Resort & Conference Center Studio Arena Schindler Elevator Corp Calamar Tandoorfi's Restaurant Suzanne Schoenwetter The Dental Shop Capello Salon & Day Spa Tantalo Photography Mr. & Mrs.William J. Geary United Wall & Ceiling Systems, Inc. Cellular One Taste Coffee & Good Stuff Mr. & Mrs.Thomas E. Schoenwetter United Way of Buffalo & Chef's Restaurant Terry Hills Golf Course Donald Slade Erie County Christopher David's Studio of Hair The Nail Place Mr. & Mrs. Claude L. Price Design The Village Spa Neighbor's Circle Coffee Pause Towne Auto Evelyn Szyminski Abou Dewan & Hanna Co., Inc. Craig Melvin Photography Trillium Floral Shoppe Pinehurst Teachers Association Brite Ideas Sales & Marketing Curly's Bar & Grill United Specialty Advertising Louis M.Will, Sr. Cannon, Heyman & Weiss, LLP Curves Uno's Restaurant Ms. Mariann Will Child & Family Services Danny's South Vogue Salon & Day Spa HSBC Bank USA D'Arcy McGee's Walden Galleria Mall Alfred and Mary Wright M & T Bank Definitely Buffalo Walden's Restaurant/ Millinuem Mr. & Mrs. James P.Balcerzak MidCity Office Equipment, Inc. Delta Sonic Car Wash Airport Hotel Irene Zemla Pride Maintenance Service Denny's Restaurants Walt Disney World Ms. Ellen Hennesy Target Dennis Unisex Hair Designers, Inc Waterfront Restaurant Mr. & Mrs. Norman Klabjor Travers Collins & Company Dick's Sporting Goods We Care Transportation Group Mr. & Mrs. James Mullaney Univera Healthcare Digicon Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. 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