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New Leaders and Goals Highlight January Meeting
By James Fox Reporter
The newly elected officers and commit- tee chairpersons took their seats at the January 2, 2014 STAND big monthly meeting. The group voted to focus on two goals to work on for 2014. These goals are out- reach to parents and guardians, and in- creasing leadership skills. After the discus- sion and vote for the years goals, Presi- dent Clay Burton presented the offi- cer, chairperson and New leaders: Pictured above, newly elected officers and chairpersons Dustin Terry, Cindy Gelvin, advisor contracts to Tiffany Martin, and Clay Burton preside over the January meeting. Photo by Donald Barrett, TMB. these personnel. He a casual ceremony. STAND treasury. social time starting then read the con- In other news, The next STAND at 3PM. tracts aloud for the Burton reported that big monthly meeting The meeting itself group, and the con- approximately will be held on Feb- will be at 3:30PM. tracts were signed in $600.00 is in the ruary 6th, with the Edmond Fights Discrimination, Wins Award
By James Fox But, she felt confi- Reporter dent that they would say that she works At the December hard in this area. 6, 2013 Monthly “I make sure that Buzz Newsletter their day is the best meeting, the com- (day possible)”, she mittee selected Julia said. Edmond as the According to Ash January Staff Per- supervisor Wayne son of the Month Smith, Edmond was Award winner. correct in her self When discussing assessment. her award and advo- “All of the Ash staff cacy, Edmond said Pictured above is Julia Edmond, the January 2014 Staff Person of and residents are that she felt advo- the Month Award winner. Photo by Tiffany Martin, Editor of the Monthly Buzz. aware of her love cacy is important (for the residents of “because they de- conducting busi- discrimination, and Ash), Smith. pend on us to be ness, another patron they left. Smith said that af- their voice.” came into the busi- According to Ed- ter 20 years of ser- Edmond went on ness to be served. mond, she was ex- vice, she still has a to give an example The business per- cited to learn of win- fresh approach to of an incident of un- son then told Ed- ning the Staff Per- her job. fair and discrimina- mond that she and son of the Month “She does the best tory treatment in the the person in her Award. she can at work eve- community. She said care would have to When Edmond ryday,” Smith said. that she was forced lose their place in was asked about The supervisor on this day to take a line,in order to give how the role advo- said that some of stand. preference to the cacy plays in her Edmonds best work On this day, she customer that came job, she that her co- is in the areas of took a person in her in after them. workers and super- resident safety and care to an area According to Ed- visor would be better health, and also business. When she mond, she com- judges of her effec- keeping up with and the person were plained about the tiveness in this area, changes.
Page 2 The Monthly Buzz Judy Schmidt is January Award Winner By Ashley Jackson ness around the Reporter house, and her kind- ness. At the December “She is constantly 2013 Monthly Buzz picking up around meeting, the group (her home), and voted to name Judy showing everyone Schmidt the January constant love.” 2014 Advocate of “ She is usually the Month. smiling, and just be- According to ing a happy person, Spruce staff person which brings a smile Stephanie Collier, Pictured above is Judy Schmidt, the January 2014 Advo- to all the staff’s Schmidt was nomi- cate of the Month. Photo by Tiffany Martin, editor of The faces,” Collier said. nated for her helpful- Monthly Buzz.
Monthly Buzz to Feature Advocate Art in TMB Life Section
Beginning today, dress, and the title the Monthly Buzz of the artwork. will feature the work The original piece of artists from of artwork will be STAND. photographed and This month, the returned to you. featured artist is In the event that Robert Jacobsen. several pieces of art In order to have are submitted to the your work featured, Buzz in any given send the piece to month, the featured Tiffany Martin (Oak art will be approved cottage), along with by a panel. your name, your ad-
Pictured to the right is Robert Jacobsens’ “Tiki Head from an Island.” It is a mixed media piece, incorporating pen and ink, as well as wax crayon. Photo by TMB.
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Hengel Named February Advocate Award Winner
By Ashley Jackson Reporter
At January’s news- letter committee meeting, Hunter Hengel won the Ad- vocate of the Month Award. Hengel was nomi- nated by Devon Bowlin of STAND. Both are from Hickory cottage. Hengel said that he was surprised that he won the award. “I thought I’d be February Winner– Pictured above is Hunter Hengel, the February 2014 Advocate of the the last one to win Month. Photo by Donald Barrett of The Buzz. the award,” Hengel plained. me feel like people “It feels great to be a said. Hengel said that can look up to me role model. It gives “I did not feel like I he was glad he got sometimes,” Hengel people someone to was doing much for the award. said. look up to. It gives my (Rights and Re- people someone to “It makes me feel Hengel discussed sponsibilities) learn off of,” Hengel important. It makes being a role model. group,” Hengel ex- said.
Espeseth Named February Staff of the Month
By James Fox Reporter At the February newsletter commit- tee meeting, the group voted to se- lect David Espeseth to be the Staff Per- son of the Month. Espeseth is a direct care staff person, assigned to Hickory Cottage at the Par- sons State Hospital. Espeseth’s nomi- nation came as a re- Pictured above is David Espeseth, the February 2014 Staff Person of the Month. Photo sult of the rapport by Donald Barrett of The Monthly Buzz. that he has with the people that he past 15 years. His residents, Espeseth up for the installation serves. According to first year was spent said that he thought of a basketball court Devon Bowlin, he is as a housekeeper. they’d speak well of that the people that “firm but nice, and When it comes to his efforts. he supports could shows respect.” advocacy, Espeseth “I relate really access. Bowlin went on to said that his hope is good with the resi- Espeseth shared his state (on the nomi- to enable the people dents, and I try to outlook on advo- nation form) that that he supports to help them out. I try cacy. Espeseth helps him respect each other to advocate for “Be open minded to “do the right more. them,” he said. and fair. Talk to thing.” When asked about One such advo- (your) boss to see According to Espe- what his coworkers cacy effort that he what (you) can ac- seth, he has worked might say about how has undertaken has complish,” Espeseth at PSHTC for the he interacts with been his speaking said.
Page 2 The Monthly Buzz RHOF Committee Continues Research By James Fox committee is making Reporter contact with the Special Olympic Recently, the Ro- headquarters of deo Hall of Fame each state to see if Committee voted to there are any rodeos meet weekly in order for people with dis- to speed up its re- abilities in their search efforts. state. According to the According to Bar- Rodeo Hall of Fame rett, the committee Chairperson Donald recently sent a letter, Barrett, the commit- an e-mail and a tee started using the Pictured above is RHOF chairman Donald Barrett. Photo phone call to the Di- Franklin Covey proc- courtesy of Hunter Hengel. rector of Special ess to accomplish its Olympics North goals. This process including the Par- countability and con- sons State Hospital. sistent, steady re- America. The com- has been used in mittee hopes he can many organizations, The process empha- sults. Barrett went sizes personal ac- on to report that the help with research.
This month, The your name, your ad- Buzz features local dress, and the title artist Michael Villa- of the artwork. pando in the Life The original piece Section of the news- of artwork will be letter. photographed and The title of the returned to you. piece is “Springtime In the event that in the Ocean.” several pieces of art In order to have are submitted to the your work featured, Buzz in any given send the piece to month, the featured Tiffany Martin (Oak art will be approved Pictured above is Michael Villapando’s “Springtime in the cottage), along with by a panel. Ocean.” Photo by TMB.
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SACK Coordinator Discusses House Bill 2155
By James Fox Knutson recom- Reporter mended contacting local legislators to Recently, Self Ad- vote against it, be- vocate Coalition of cause if the state Kansas Coordinator passes the bill, Craig Knutson gave many consumer pro- the Monthly Buzz an tections will be re- update on legislative moved from the DD issues facing people Reform Act. with disabilities. According to According to Knutson, people can Knutson, House Bill find out more infor- 2155 is still the top mation about legisla- legislative concern tive issues facing for self advocates. self advocates by He said that the visiting the Kansas bill is currently on hold, but if it comes with disabilities legislative website up for a vote, people should take action. kslegislature.org.
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2014 Goals, Boot Camp Discussed at Meeting
By James Fox and guardians, pres- Reporter ident Clay Burton informed the group On March sixth, at that the STAND the STAND big leadership recently monthly meeting, spoke with Jared the group discussed Essig of the Infor- the two top goals for mation Technology STAND for the year, department about as well as the getting access to chance to attend an Facebook, Youtube, advocacy group and having general boot camp. internet access in To begin, Clay the STAND office. Burton asked the In other news, group if there was After the discussion, skills among STAND treasurer Ashley any interest in at- the group voted to members and to Jackson reported tending Interhab’s attend the these continue outreach that there is $547.37 annual Advocacy workshops. They will efforts to parents in STAND’s account. Boot Camp webinar be made open to an- and guardians. Ide- In committee series. yone who is interest- as were placed on news, the newsletter During discussion, ed. paper charts that committee reported many advocates The group then were hung on the that Carl Willey and who attended these moved on to discuss wall behind the offic- Keisha Robertson workshops in the how to accomplish ers and chairper- are the Monthly past spoke about the top goals of the sons to the group. Buzz award winners what they learned year. Regarding the for (see big monthly from the webinar se- The goals are to goal of increased meeting, pg 2) ries. increase leadership outreach to parents
Robertson Named Advocate of the Month By Tiffany Martin the other award. Editor Robertson said winning the award again meant a great Call it an Oak deal to her. sweep. “To me, it feels This month, at the pretty good, espe- newsletter meeting cially since this was 0n March 5, Keisha Photo by Tiffany Martin, Editor. the second time to Robertson was the win,” she said. named the Advocate of the Month. The Oak supervisor won Willey is the March Staff Person of the Month By Ashley Jackson Month for March. Willey said that he taught him to know Reporter According Willey, felt honored that he what they want and he was surprised won the award. need. that he won the Willey talked about “I had to learn that On March 5, 2014 award. advocacy, and how a big part of what Carl Willey, CTS it is important to him. the residents want from Oak, was “I had no clue that When it comes to from me is to advo- picked to be the I won the award,” advocacy, he said cate their needs and Staff Person of the Willey said. that the residents wants,” Willey said. Big monthly meeting, continued from page one the month of March. be held on March ed that the member- chairperson Donald In social commit- 12, from 6:30 PM ship committee is Barrett reported that tee news, chairman until 8:30 PM. selling t-shirts and the committee is Clay announced that In membership hoodies. continuing its re- the annual St. Pat- news, chairman The Rodeo Hall of search. The next rick’s Day Dance will Dustin Terry report- Fame committee meeting is on April 6th at 3:30 PM.
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Knutson Discusses Bill, Bids SACK Farewell
By James Fox announced his re- Reporter cent resignation from SACK. Knutson said that On March 11, Self Advocate Coalition the reason for the of Kansas Coordina- resignation is due to tor Craig Knutson another position that gave The Monthly he has accepted. Buzz an update on This new position House Bill 2155. is Policy Coordinator According to Knut- with the Kansas son, HB 2155 isn’t Council on Develop- up for debate yet, mental Disabilities. but it is still a possi- Knutson said that bility. he will continue sup- Knutson went on porting the work to remind Buzz done by SACK. readers that if HB When Knutson was asked about 2155 would be Pictured above is Craig Knutson, the coordinator of the Self passed, it would Advocate Coalition of Kansas. Knutson recently announced what he will miss the “undo protections his resignation for that position. File photo. most about being given to people un- the coordinator of ent assessment and let them know that der the DD reform SACK, Knutson said evaluations, and the DD Reform Act act.” that he will miss outlines case man- is important to them. According to Knut- seeing the people in agement,” Knutson Not only that, but son, SACK wants the office that he said. Knutson said that people to still have worked along side Knutson went on people need to ask the protections. everyday. to report that it is im- their legislators to But, he added, “I “Under the DD Re- portant for people not change the Act. form Act, the Reform will see them on a with developmental In other SACK re- regular basis.” Act creates CDDO’s disabilities to contact lated news, Knutson to ensure independ- local legislators to
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This month, The dress, and the title Buzz features local of the artwork. artist Tiffany Martin The original piece in the Life Section of of artwork will be the newsletter. photographed and The title of the returned to you. piece is “Jesus”. In the event that In order to have several pieces of art your work featured, are submitted to the send the piece to Buzz in any given Tiffany Martin (Oak month, the featured cottage), along with art will be approved your name, your ad- by a panel. Becker, Feb Staff of the Month Attend Car Show
By James Fox Reporter
On March 6, David Espeseth and Cody Becker attended the Kansas City Auto Show. “Becker really loves cars, and (he) is really knowledge- Pictured above, clockwise from left, the 2015 Corvette, a red antique Triumph, and a grqy able about cars,” Es- fastback Mustang. Photo’s taken at the Kansas City show courtesy of David Espeseth. peseth said. seth said that he he car show through where Espeseth is Becker demon- had the chance to some research that a direct care staff. strates this love by see a car that he re- he conducted on the collecting toy model ally liked– the 2015 internet. Espeseth was the cars. February Staff Corvette. Becker resides on While attending person of the Espeseth said that Hickory cottage, the car show, Espe- he learned about the Month.
Page 4 The Monthly Buzz STAND Holds Annual St. Paddy’s Dance By James Fox away. Reporter Yet another change was that On March 12, those in attend- STAND held its ance had a annual St. Pat- chance to draw rick’s Day dance shamrocks gold from the hours of foiled candy out 6:30 PM to 8:30 of the “pot of PM at the PSHTC gold” located at gym. the “end of the According to So- rainbow”. cial Committee The goal of the Chairman Clay shamrock draw- Burton, 75 advo- ing was to win cates and staff one of three box- danced the night es of Lucky away to the tunes Charms Cereal. provided by Bur- The pot of gold ton and Tim Sand- was the idea of ers. STAND advisor Burton went on Wally McMillan. to report that the According to social committee several STAND made a few minor members, the changes to this changes that year’s dance. were made were One of those noticeable and changes was the the dance was decision to keep enjoyable. from interrupting “I enjoyed the the music with an- music, dancing, nouncements. and the snack Burton said that Photo’s by James Fox and Donald Barrett of The Monthly Buzz table-especially this made the that there were other The chairman said the root beer dance more en- changes, such as not that these activities floats,” said joyable. having dance or limbo could be enjoyed with- STAND Member Burton noted contest winners. out prizes being given Clifford Ball. March 2014 Page 5 St. Patrick’s Day Crossword Puzzle
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Capps Wins Advocate of the Month
By Tiffany Martin nomination form. Editor Capps, an advo- cate that resides on Nice guys finish Oak Cottage, said last. that winning the But, don’t tell Linn award was a sur- Capps. He finished prise. first. He also said that This happened at winning the award the April 3rd news- felt good. letter meeting, when Capps, on the Capps won the subject of advocacy, Monthly Buzz Advo- Nice guys finish first: Pictured above is Linn Capps, the said speaking up is cate of the Month April 2014 Advocate of the Month. Photo by Tiffany Mar- important. award. tin, editor of The Monthly Buzz. “When (people) According to Jesse have big problems, Hudson, a peer of ence by just being who never causes they need to talk”, Capps, the April win- himself. problems. He is nice Capps said. ner makes a differ- “He is a good guy to everyone,” Hud- son noted on the
Accomplishments Celebrated at STAND Meeting
By James Fox 2014 big monthly sonal accomplish- shared their success Reporter meeting, advocates ments to the mem- stories were Clay from STAND shared bers of the group. Chad Rice, and Tim At the April 3rd, stories of their per- The three that (continued on pg 2)
Accomplishments, continued from page one
By James Fox Reporter (from pg 1)Sanders. Sanders showed the group a video on the Buffalo Wild Wings Challenge, in which he won the contest that was held in Joplin, Mis- souri. To win, he had to eat twelve hot wings in six minutes with- out the benefit of dipping sauce or a drink.
Burton talked Pictured above are Tim Sanders (upside down in video top left, and at the top right), about making mov- Chad Rice (bottom left) and Clay Burton (bottom right, seated next to the television). ies, and gave a The presenters discussed personal successes Photos by Donald Barrett of The Buzz. demonstration of the shared his efforts ley Jackson reported Fame committee video that he made and failures. that STAND has chairman reported for his girlfriend for $486.59 in its’ ac- that his committee is her birthday. According to Rice, his goal is to go to count. planning a trip to the Rice, one of college. He said that Social committee Cowboy Hall of STAND’s newest he is considering chairman Burton an- Fame in Oklahoma members, talked construction be- nounced that the an- City. about how he has cause he enjoys nual barbecue will Newsletter com- been overcoming working with wood. be held on May mittee chairperson old ways of thinking 21st. Tiffany Martin also in order to succeed In other meeting gave her report. in life. In his talk, he news, treasurer Ash- The Rodeo Hall of
Page 2 TheNewsletter Monthly BuzzTitle Hizey Voted Staff Person of the Month By James Fox as the April Staff The form was ter, “Chris is also Reporter Person of the submitted by Ben very good person Month. Foster. Foster is and loves her job On April 2nd, at According to the employed at the very much.” the monthly newslet- nomination form, horse barn where Hizey was una- ter meeting, the Hizey is a “hard Hizey is a direct vailable for an inter- committee voted to worker and a good care staff. view. select Chris Hizey boss.” According to Fos- Legislative News
By James Fox bill is not interested Kansas. position of SACK co- Reporter changing the CDDO “The big thing that ordinator. system. SACK is working on Bishop said that On April 8, Barb “Because KanCare is we would like fifteen people have Bishop of The Arc of is changing, they more money in the applied for the posi- Douglas County don’t want to change budget to take peo- tion, and will be in- gave an update on the CDDO’s at this ple off of the waiting terviewing six of the House Bill 2155. time,” Bishop said. list,” Bishop report- applicants. According to Bish- Bishop also dis- ed. “We will have a op, the committee cussed the Self Ad- Bishop also dis- decision by the end that is reviewing the vocate Coalition of cussed the vacated of April,” she said.
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Unrein Quietly Makes a Difference Advocate from Oak Cottage Carries a Reputation for Being a Hard Worker And Caring for Others By Tiffany Martin as. He jokes with Editor others, hugs, and greets others-asking At the May 7th how they are doing.” newsletter meeting, “ I think Ernie really the committee voted needs to be recog- to name Ernie Un- nized for his work as rein the May 2014 a cleaning/helping Advocate of the person.” Month. “Ernie is also very According to John funny,” Allen wrote. Allen, a direct staff person from Oak In an interview Cottage, Unrein has Man of Few Words: Pictured above is Ernie Unrein, with Unrein, he was the May 2014 Advocate of the Month. Photo by Don- asked why he felt it a lot of great quali- ald Barrett of the Monthly Buzz. ties. was important to be nice. “When he is in a Ernie is the hardest day. He will repeat- good mood, he is worker, and sweeps edly volunteer to His response was very nice to others. the cottage every throw away trash, simple. “To help clean rooms or are- people,” he said.
RHOF Chairman Tours National Cowboy Museum
By James Fox deo Hall of Fame advisor David Smith and Western Herit- Reporter committee weekly gave the committee age Museum that meeting, chairman a report on the trip to took place on May At the May 8th Ro- Donald Barrett and the National Cowboy (Cont. on pg 2)
Barrett, advisors tour; continued from pg.one
6th. Barrett and um. He said that Smith gave the re- there was an open port. Wally McMillan air style buffet res- toured the museum taurant that was as an advisor to the locatd outside of a committee, but massive convention could not give his center. report this week. According to Smith went on to Smith, the museum report that the mu- also has a 2/3 scale seum had three western town, and movie theaters, two that the memorabilia art galleries, and included Native was divided into two American history wings. and heritage, as well Smith said that as American cowboy the overall size of heritage. the hall of fame and Included in the his- museum was 3-5 tory was also west- times the size of the ern performer exhib- Parsons Wal-Mart its. Some of the Supercenter. He al- items in these exhib- so said that the gift its were items from shop was massive, television shows as and had original well as movies. sculptures for sale. Barrett said that he He said that the enjoyed the entire items ranged in tour, but that the price from a few dol- highlight of the trip lars to a few thou- Pictured above are Donald Barrett (blue t-shirt, top three pho- was putting Smith in sand dollars. tos) and Wally McMillan (bottom picture) of the Rodeo Hall of Fame committee. In those photo’s, Barrett poses by a statue the jail that was lo- The advisor also outside, demonstrates an interactive display, and poses with a cated in the western tour guide. McMillan (bottom) walks into the Prix de West art discussed other fea- collection gallery. The tour of the museum and Hall of fame town exhibit. tures of the muse- took place on May 7th. Photo’s courtesy of David Smith. Page 2 The Monthly Buzz Sanford Assumes Duties as SACK Coordinator By James Fox as coordinator of to say that her expe- Sanford replaces Reporter SACK. riences in the field Craig Knutson, who According to San- were primarily with accepted a position ford, she felt that self advocates in at the Kansas Coun- she was hired be- Lawrence and Tope- cil on Developmental cause she has a ka, although she did- Disabilities in March. strong passion in n’t work in advocacy Sanford went on to the area of equal groups. say that she is plan- treatment and According to San- ning to tour Kansas rights. ford, she was very in order to meet with According to San- excited to be select- local advocacy ford, she has been ed for the position. groups. Sanford said that her Courtesy photo a part of the disabil- The new coordina- ity field all of her interview committee tor noted that the In April, the Self life. She said that consisted of advo- tour across the state Advocate Coalition her mother also cates from the SACK will take place in Au- of Kansas hired worked in the field. office, Barb Bishop, gust or September of Stephanie Sanford Sanford went on and Sean Swindler. this year. STAND Prepares for Annual Barbecue
By James Fox and dessert, but will Reporter also include barbe- cued beef as an en- For members of trée option. This STAND, the word choice replaces the “May” is spelled “B- hamburger option of B-Q.” past years, accord- As is the case ing to Burton. every year, the so- The event will end cial committee is at 6:30 PM that making preparations File photo evening. for its’ annual bar- gins at 4:30 PM. new at this years The cost is five becue fundraiser. According to social event. dollars per plate. The The event is being committee chairman This year, the fare sides will be beans held on the 21st, Clay Burton, his will not only include and chips. and will be a two committee wanted to the usual hot dog The dessert item hour event that be- serve something option with sides, will be a brownie.
May 2014 Page 3 Scott Named May Staff Person of the Month By Ashley Jackson Lewis and Terri up for what’s right,” and is someone that Reporter Thompson of Ash Thompson wrote. speaks up. cottage. According to the “He is an advocate On May 7th, Billy According to Lewis nomination, Lewis for the residents. He Scott of Ash cottage and Thompson, nominated Scott for works very well with was named the Staff Scott treats others taking him to the his staff,” Smith Person of the with respect and movies and to Pizza said. Month, at the month- kindness. “He listens Hut. “He cares a lot ly newsletter meet- to everyone and is a According to Wayne about the residents. ing. good role model. He Smith, evening CTS He enjoys going on Scott was nomi- greets everyone with for Ash cottage, outings with the res- nated by Darian a smile and stands Scott is very reliable, idents.”
Cowboys. They know that hard work and courage always pay. They also know that if you want to live a life of adventure, YOU have to saddle up. No one else can do it for you. Advocacy is the same way. YOU have to be the one to do it. Advocacy is just a fancy word for standing up for good things. It means to STAND up for what’s fair. It means to STAND for what’s right.
This is what advocates do. They do it for themselves. Once they learn how to do that, they do it for others. That’s how lives get changed. By those brave souls that dare to STAND.
So, what are you waiting for? June 2014
PSH&TC Newsletter
Parsons State Hospital and Training Center
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Employee Honored for Meritorious Service Father’s Day June 15, 2014 Five employees from the ceremony, part of the State please contact Kris Haynes Kansas Department for Employee Award and at Ext. 1873 Aging and Disability Ser- Recogni on Program vices (KDADS) were hon- created by the state “I am extremely proud of ored for exemplary service Legislature that showcases the high-quality work at a ceremony in the state the good work being Capitol Wednesday, May done by state Visit “The Works” for gift 14. One of them was our employees. Winners selections. own Joe Kinder, Grounds are nominated by Supervisor. He was one of their co-workers and the 12 agency and state supervisors at state Inside this issue: hospital employees being agencies, the recognized for their hospitals and other outstanding performance. state ins tu ons. If Zimmerman, Cont. 2 you need more This was the 4th such informa on on how Nursing Awards 2 Employee of the Quarter to nominate an employee, (Continued on page 3) Welcome New Employees 2
In Memory of Robert “Bob” Zimmerman by Jon Flora & Staff Relay for Life 3 ROBERT HOLLAND ZIM- family farm in Basehor, important to him. Bob took Employee Honored, cont. 3 MERMAN(1952 - 2014) Kansas. great pride in his work and Robert Holland Zimmerman, was always willing to work June Birthdays 3 61, passed away May 5, What a guy! First and and go beyond the call of 2014, of brain cancer a er a foremost was his love for duty. Bob had a long career Academic Achievements 3 brief illness. his Mom and Dad. with the voca onal depart- Bob was born Bob loved his ment before becoming a Campus Calendar 4 on November home visits and he founding member of the LBJ 21, 1952, to always an cipated delivery service. Marvin and his cards from his Bob worked this job for Virginia Mom and Dad. several years and he rarely (Holland) Bob was also very took a day off. It was Vision Statement Zimmerman proud of his important for Bob to get the and grew up “Father” always daycare children their food. People experiencing the in Kansas telling people that Speaking of children highest quality of life City, KS. His his dad “flew everyone who knew Bob regardless of the challenges. adult years planes”. Bob knew that he loved “small were spent at would come back children and babies” and he the Parsons from his home always wanted to speak to Mission Statement State Hospital & Training visit, telling staff about the them in a nice gentle voice, Center where he received cows, fishing at the pond, Gree ng them with “Hi To improve lives by connecting excellent care, had many and working to keep the Li le one”. He would take people with supports and friends and enjoyed his life, “homestead” clean by his handkerchief out and services. jobs and ac vi es. Bob picking up tree limbs or hold over his mouth while loved music, the Jayhawks, whatever he could to help talking to a baby. Oh how bowling, fishing, and a good around the farm. he loved being around pipe or cigar. He spent Bob loved to work and babies. Bob was a very many happy mes at the having a job was very (Continued on page 2) Robert Zimmerman, Cont.
(Continued from page 1) Chiefs, and KU Jayhawks. Bob was a Bob Zimmerman. This is who Bob Special Olympics par cipant for many, Zimmerman was. generous man. If he had extra many years winning medals and money he was always buying a ribbons in the Bowling Tournaments, “friend” a pop or trying to loan Rodeo events and the Track and Field someone his money. Bob also events. We could go on and on about enjoyed a good me whether it was a Bob, but I do want you to remember a joke, a good movie, a trip out of town situa on when LBJ deliveries discov- or just messing around with his peers ered a lady who had fallen and broke or staff. Another of Bob’s pleasures her hip in her driveway. She was was relaxing on the front porch with a unable to get up and it was a cold, cigar. Bob was a “sports fana c”. overcast day. Staff stopped to help Bob would watch any spor ng event, the lady, but who else got out of the but his real love was his Royals, van to help this lady he did not know-
National Nurses Day Honorees by Suzanne Cotton, DON Tuesday, May 6, 2014, was Na onal Nurses Day. This year at PSHTC we wanted to honor some of our nursing staff by presen ng some awards to them. We sent out nomina on forms, asking staff, residents, and fellow nurses to nominate a nurse for each category of “People’s Choice,” “Friendliest,” and “Most Compassionate.”
Many thanks to all who took the me to send in nomina ons, especially co age staff who either filled out a form, and/or assisted the residents in filling out the form. Because of your efforts, we received well over 150 completed forms. There were many wonderful comments made about the nurses that you folks nominated and I will share these posi ve remarks with the individual nurses. Be er yet, every nurse on staff was nominated in at least one (or more) of the three categories. As Dr. Rema Menon so elo- quently stated to the nursing staff, “I want to thank each of you for all the Welcome to things that you do for the residents of PSHTC. You all make our jobs easi- Erica Hawkins er. As far as I am concerned, you are all “WINNERS” in my book.” And I totally agree with Dr. Rema!
We did, however, need to select one nurse in each category to honor from all the nomina ons. The following are the names of the nurses selected and a few of the comments that were sent in about them individually: Welcome New Employees People’s Choice: Minna Bolt, LPN x “Minna is always kind and giving – she has a ‘true servant’ a tude” “Best wishes for fulfillment in x “Minna always goes above and beyond for others…Her response to your new position at PSH&TC!” residents is enlightening” Friendliest: Ron Payne, LPN Casey Smith, Elm MHDDT x “He loves to joke with the folks!!!” Sco e Cook, Ash MHDDT x “Ron Pain (sic) is always happy with everyone and in a good mood and joking with everyone. It makes us all happy, too.” Teresa Grady, Elm Cook Most Compassionate: Kim Nading, LPN Jonathan Boydston, MHDDT Temp x “Kim is loved by all residents and staff she comes in contact with” Rebecca Bertella, LPN Temp x “Kim has a great personality and bedside manner that is most welcome” Stephanie Blaylock, MHDDT Temp Elizabeth Hersh, MHDDT Temp John Bode, a 20 year veteran of the night shi , in addi on to congratula ng the winners listed above, also gave a shout out, specific to the Night shi Tevin Johnson, MHDDT Temp nurses: Susan Carson, Kathy Agee, and Teena Napier. John pointed out that Jireh Linthicum, MHDDT Temp the night shi staff members do their work while everyone else sleeps, which Chance Ray, U lity Worker Temp is so true! He wanted to make sure the qualified nurses represen ng the Virginia Seaberry, Cook Temp night shi were also recognized and suggested that next year the categories include representa on for each shi . Thanks for the great idea John!
Page 2 PSH&TC Newsletter Relay for Life Events By Marlys Shomber-Jones
May has been a busy month for honor or memory of a friend our final fundraising events for Relay or loved one. Team members for Life. The rummage sale made are Nora Manier, Michelle over $864.80 and the boot block Hughes, Renee Pierce, Julia made $402.14. These figure both Rosenberg, Niki Collins and surpassed last years’ dona ons. myself. In case you don’t know what Relay This year’s Relay will be held for Life is, Relay for Life brings people June 6-7 , 2014, in Forest together from all walks of life with Park. Again, Thank you for all the common goal of elimina ng your support throughout the cancer. This event is a celebra on of year. Donald Thompson and Niki Selling Baked Goods life for cancer survivors and to remember those who have lost
their fight. Relay For Life is a way of honoring cancer survi- vors for their courage and strength in ba ling cancer and This is the time of year when a new those who have lost their ba le chapter begins in many peoples’ lives. We would like to wish congratulations with cancer. and good luck to all the graduating sen- Our team is also selling s ll iors from the area high schools and selling baked items and t-shirts acknowledge the following people for at the canteen and luminary their recent accomplishments. bags. Please call any team May 14, 2014, the Special Purpose member if you would like to Eric Ream Collecting for Relay for Life School/Project Alternative graduation/ purchase a luminary bag in promotion ceremony was held. PSH&TC had 5 graduates—Clay Nance, Kevin B., Cody M., Michael J., (Continued from page 1) ble—is something Kansans should and Chad Rice. Students were hon- recognize and acknowledge,” Secretary ored with certificates and a special gift performed by our central office staff Sullivan. from the school. Parents and friends and hospital employees for the All employees recognized for the were in attendance. people of Kansas,” Secretary Sullivan quarter receive a $350 bonus, and said. “This is one of the ways we let Employees of the Quarter receive an David Smith graduated from Labette them know they are valued and addi onal $400. Joe received the Community College on May 9 with an appreciated.” Meritorious Service – Employee of the AA in Social Science (emphasis on “The caliber of service delivered by Quarter award. Employees can be psychology).
our employees to those the agency nominated for Dis nguished Accom- Each year Labette Community College assists—the elderly and the vulnera- plishment, Innova on or Meritorious chooses an outstanding student paper for the “The Paper of the Year” award. There are two divisions, research and June Birthdays “Have a Wonderful Birthday” creative. The first place winner in each category is bound and placed in the Paul Adamson Sarah Davis Gunnar M. Tracy Wertz library’s permanent collection. This Stephen Alquist Clarence D. Melissa Marks Buddy Wilhelm year, Melanie Wilson, won 1st Place, in Anna Anderson Leandra Dillinger Cory Medlam Pamela Willis the Research Division for her Paper, Jus n A. Jonathan Flana- Charles Merchant Diane Wilmoth titled “PTSD, Cure or No Cure.” The Crystal Ball gan William Peterson paper sought to prove that Post- Kim Betzen Krystal Ford Melvin Prather Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in soldiers returning from war is not a life- Nancy Black Robert Gant Robert Queen, Jr. long debilitating condition, but rather is Chelsie Brinson Ma hew Garcia Linda Ryburn curable. The paper found that there Kelly Buske Joann Goedeke Eric Schoenecker are plenty of treatment options availa- Happy Birthday Lauren Carland Jesse Hudson Ladarius Smith ble but successful intervention depends
Valerie Carnahan LaShawn Lee Crista Stover upon the soldier’s willingness to search Michael Cizerle John Leon Dus n Terry and for the “cure” that works for him or Mashyra Darby- Adrienne Lukens Roger Thompson her. Melanie received a plaque, a cer- Bey Ron Malmstrom Cindy Traxson tificate and a check for $100.00.
Volume 7, Issue 6 Page 3 Parsons State Hospital and Training Center Campus Calendar 2601 Gabriel Parsons, KS 67357 June is National Safety Month Phone: 620-421-6550 Fax: 620-421-3623 6/5 S.T.A.N.D. Adult Self Advocacy Meeting, 3 PM PSH&TC Newsletter is published 12 times a year. (Social), 3:30 PM (Meeting), Cafeteria Editor: Marlys Shomber-Jones [email protected] 6/6-7 Relay For Life—6 PM, Forest Park, Parsons or 620.421.6550, Ext. 1726 Assistant Tammy Auman 6/14 Flag Day Editors: Tammy Bruner Bev Cline 6/13-15 Endowment Bus—Wichita and Kansas City Nickie Bates Tim Sanders 6/15 Father’s Day Tiffany Martin To view online, use the link: 6/16-20 National Healthcare Risk Management Week h p://www.kdads.ks.gov/Parsons/Parsons_Index.html 6/21 Summer Begins YOGA CLASSES 7 pm Yoga classes will be held on 5/26, 7/4 Independence Day 6/2, 6/9, and 6/16 7/1 Endowment Board Mtg., 12-1PM, PSH&TC 2 pm Yoga Classes will be held on 5/22, Admin. Bldg. 5/29, 6/3, and 6/12. 7/18-20 Endowment Bus—Wichita Looking forward to seeing everyone! 7/25 ADA Celebration
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Inside this issue: PSH&TC Newsletter SACK Conference 2 Rob Emery Receives Special Events Volunteer of the Year Award! 4th Activities 2 Heat Precautions 2 During the Opening at the Southeast Regional Special Olympics Kansas Birthdays 2 Ceremonies of the 2014 Events, the State Summer also included the Law
Special Olympics Kansas Games, as well as various Enforcement Torch Run, Welcome New 3 Summer Games, in additional Special Olympic first as a Parsons police Employees officer and later as a Wichita, KS, June 6, events over the past 27+ Relay Photo 3 Labette County Sheriff’s Rob Emery, Risk years. Emery has served as Manager/Special “The Voice of Special deputy. Hahn expressed Family Gifts 3 Investigator at his appreciation for Certificates 3 Parsons State Emery’s Awarded Hospital & commitment to Training Center Special Campus Calendar 4 was recognized Olympics Wanted/For Sale 4 as being the Kansas, Special presenting Olympics Kansas Emery with the Special Events Making A Volunteer of Difference the Year. Chris Award and Hahn, CEO of congratulating Special him on being Vision Statement Olympics named the Kansas, said the award Olympics Kansas” for the Special Events Volunteer People experiencing of the Year. Congratula- was presented to Emery past 21 years. Emery’s long the highest quality for his volunteer work time commitment with tions Rob! of life regardless of RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM COMPLETES FUNDRAISING the challenges. YEAR WITH SUCCESS
Congratulations to the the year conducting who would like to be a Mission Statement PSHTC team for raising monthly fundraising part of our team. We $2,941.19 for the activities and other events. will continue our To improve lives by Labette County Relay Due to threats of severe fundraisers throughout connecting people for Life in the fight weather, the actual Relay the upcoming year. We with supports and against cancer. The was moved to the Parsons are always looking for team reached the High School. Members of new ideas so please feel services. Bronze Team Club Level STAND (adult self- free to share any ideas and was the one of the advocates) joined the RFL you have with us. If you top fundraising teams in team to continue fundrais- would like to join our Labette County. The ing activities at the event. team, please call Nora at eight core team Ext. 1796. members worked It is never to late to join diligently throughout our team. We welcome all STAND MEMBERS ATTEND ANNUAL S.A.C.K. CONFERENCE STAND members, advisors and support achievement and works to educate Assistant Director of Project Develop- staff attended the annual SACK community and advocate for people ment at the KU Life Span Institute, and conference which was held at the with disabilities. Bridgid Schwilling, Anjali Forber-Pratt, Assistant Research Ramada Inn in Topeka on Saturday, June the reigning Ms. Wheelchair Kansas Professor from KU Beach Center. They 28th. This year’s theme was “Dream encouraged everyone to “live with spoke to the group about the importance Big!” SACK, Self-Advocate Coalition of purpose despite adversity.” of advocating for sexuality training and Kansas, sponsors the event and each Members attended another presenta- support needs for everyone. year advocacy groups across the state tion on sexuality given by Matt Enyart, Advocates enjoyed a wonderful dinner of Kansas come together to and dance in the Grand Ballroom network and share ideas during which time the announcement about what they can do to was made honoring the winners of make a difference. This year the 2014 Self Advocate and Support was also an election year for Staff of the year. This year’s SACK. Clay Burton, current winners…. Our very own, Clay Burton STAND President is now the and Rhonda Etter! Congratulations new SACK Vice President! to both of these well deserving STAND members attended individuals! several breakout sessions, Attending the conference were including a presentation from Ashley Jackson, Cindy Gelvin, Clay the former and current Ms. Burton, Sal Mauro, Dustin Terry, Wheelchair Kansas. They said LaDarius Smith, Nikko Robinson, the program recognizes and STAND Members and Advisors Sheri Dixon and Cheryl Brees. celebrates women of HEAT ADVISORY PRECAUTIONS as 15 degrees Fahrenheit 4th of July Celebration –John Heat Advisory Precautions are x Ensure that sunscreen is used designed to protect residents from for any resident who will be Leon, Activity Specialist for Pine incurring heat related illnesses or exposed to sun rays cottage, has organized the annual problems. x Position resident in the shade x Air Temperature of 95+ degrees – whenever possible 4th of July Celebration at PSH&TC. No outside activities x When Heat Index is 90 or above, Cottages will join together to have x Air Temperature of 90-94 degrees limit full sun exposure to 15 – Limited outside activities minutes at a time a cookout, watermelon, homemade x Maintain clear focus on supervising ice cream, water games, and a huge residents and look for signs of over Signs & Symptoms of Heat Injury: (A -heating resident may not exhibit all of the fireworks display at dark. Watch x Mandatory water breaks every 30 below signs and symptoms; if any of for pictures next month! minutes these are present, administer first aid x Provide cold water and/or cold treatment as outlined below) Gatorade x Heavy sweating, moist and x Mandatory breaks from activities clammy skin after the water break for 5 to 10 x Weakness/dizziness/exhaustion minutes in duration x Rapid, shallow breathing x Air Temperature of 89 degrees or x Headache below – Standard activities x Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea Note: Full sun exposure can x Pupils dilated increase the Heat Index by as much
July Birthdays “Have a Wonderful Birthday!”
Connie Bolt Katrina Fernandez Norman Long Fred Rosenberg Devon Bowlin Ben Foster Susan MacDevitt Kevin Scott Linsey Cleaveland Sean Griffith Christopher Mack MacKenzie Sears Roy Clinton Lyn Geary Loretta Madl Russell Shears Christina Coda Jesse Hernandez Wally McMillan Robin Shields Derrius C. Denise Hill Sharyl Merz Christopher Shields Kyra Curnutte Rodney Hizey Jimmy Mullen Gloria Smith Bryan Davis Raymond Hodges Liam Newswander Carolyn Stangle Michael Dixon John King Rita Perez Donna Steeby Marcia Ellis Star King Ernie Perez Donald Thompson Nicholas Wharton Rob Emery Deborah K. Alesha Robb Nancy Tiede Barry Weidenbaker
Page 2 PSH&TC Newsletter Welcome New Employees “Best wishes for fulfillment in your new position at PSH&TC!”
FRED BROWN, MHDDT VICKI WASHINGTON, CUSTODIAL MARK CASTEEL, STOREKEEPER SPECIALIST SPECIALIST JOSIE DAY, COOK SR. TEMP JULIE DRISKEL, ADVANCE REG KYLER NICHOLS, MHDDT TEMP NURSE PRACT TERRY DEUCY JR., MHDDT TEMP KYLE KEELING, MHDDT Temp KYLE SPIELBUSH, MHDDT TEMP BRYAN LONG, BILLY SMITH, OAK CTS REGINALD MARTIN, MHDDT RACHAEL WEED, MHDDT TAILOR MCCUNE, MHDDT Temp KEVIN B—LASER DESIGNS TYLER POWELL, MHDDT Temp ERICA HAWKINS– LBJ DELIVERIES Relay Participants BRANDON ROGERS, MHDDT Back Row: Cheryl Brees, Julia Rosenberg, Robin Shields, Sheri Dixon, Ladarius Smith, Sydney Dixon. Front: Renee Pierce, Leatha Thompson, Kim McMichael & Bobby Woodshop Employees Make Gifts Jacobsen
Every mother treasures items project and the recipients were made by their children. With the even more pleased with their gift. recent Mother’s Day holiday, Those that participated in this employees of the wood shop made project were keepsake boxes as gifts for family. Dustin Terry, They budgeted and purchased the David Hern- materials needed for their pro- don, jects. Each step and design choice Devon Bowlin, David Working on Project was completed independently with and Mike staff only assisting when needed. Villapando. In the end, each of the guys was David’s very proud of their finished Dustin Terry Finished Gift
Congratulations and Welcome Congratulations and Best Wishes to MHDDT Certificates Awarded Eric Ream and Cody McCormick Congratulations to the eleven new Development of Social Skills and in their new homes in the community. direct support staff who completed Supporting Personal Care Rou- Welcome to Jacob Krentz! the training requirements to earn tines. Congratulations again and their MHDDT certificates from good luck in your continued profes- Labette Community College at the sional and educational career paths! end of the SPRING 2014 semes- John Allen, Oak July Yoga Classes Thurs, 7/3 – 12 noon and 7 pm ter! To earn their certificates, each Jarod Cruse, Elm Tues, 7/8 – 12 noon of these individuals completed a 12 Breanna Hughes, Birch Thurs, 7/11 - 7pm college credits in specific classes Jessica Johnson, Spruce Thurs, 7/17 - Noon and 7pm Thurs, 7/24 – Noon and 7pm offered through partnership James Philbrick, Pine Thurs, 7/31 – Noon between PSHTC and Work Force Alesha Robb, Pine Because I am driving into town on my day off, Education Department of Labette William Scott, Ash please email me the day before the class if you Nicole Sears, Pine or any residents will be attending. (If I don’t Community College. The topics of receive emails, I will assume that no one will be the classes include Behavior Ladarius Smith, Hickory there.). My home email is [email protected]. Supports, Emergency Health & Jordan Sparks, Spruce Thank you for your continued interest. See you Safety, Language Development, Stephanie Collier, Spruce soon! Tamarah Accreditation, Supporting the
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PSH&TC NEWSLETTER Volume 7, Issue 8 Sunbelt Rodeo Volunteer Call
NOTE NEW DATES! Mark and “Finals” will be Sunday Rodeo Inside this issue: your calendar and make morning, Sept. 21, followed dance plans to volunteer for the by lunch, and then division Saturday evening. ADA Celebration 2 awards will be given out. 33rd Annual Gary J. Daniels The success of the Rodeo Sunbelt Rodeo. The rodeo 4-H District Horse 2 We want to thank the many depends on support and Show will be Saturday and Sunday, volunteers who have assistance from many New Employees 2 September 20 and 21, at our supported our annual rodeo volunteers as we cheer on Rodeo Arena located on the in the past. We are extend- our residents and the many August Birthdays 2 Parsons State Hospital ing an invitation to you to other out-of-town partici- grounds. The dates of this serve as a volunteer once pants. Caldwell Retires 3 year’s rodeo have been again and to anyone who Please join us for a good changed in hopes allowing may like to help for the first Company Olympics 3 time at the Rodeo! If you more 4-H members to time. As in the past, lunch Begins would like to volunteer, volunteer since they will not and dinner will be provided please call Marlys Shomber- Campus Calendar 4 be at the State Fair. Go- for volunteers on the day(s) Jones at 620-421-6550 Ext. Rounds #1 and #2” will both they are working. You are 1726. be on Saturday, Sept. 20, also invited to attend the ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Pine “Bad Boy” Productions supplied by the Food and Blankets and lawn chairs Vision Statement presented the 9th Annual, 4th Nutrition Center and brought completed the scene as People experiencing the of July Fireworks Extravagan- to celebration by volunteers everyone gathered outside to highest quality of life regard- za in 2014!! Pine along with from Spruce. Thanks to the watch the great fireworks less of the challenges. Spruce, Elm, Oak, Ash, Birch Maintenance Department, display. and Cedar, invited everyone to with assistance from Elm John Leon, who is the driving Mission Statement watch their Fireworks Display representatives, a canopy was force behind this annual on Thursday, July 3rd. set up for shade. People from To improve lives by connect- tradition, is so appreciative to Celebrations began around Oak and Pine (always helpful) ing people with supports and all the cottages, self-advocates 6:30 p.m. with homemade ice helped everyone stay cool services. and staff, who come together cream, compliments of Wally with water balloons and to donate their time and hard McMillan, Activity Specialist, water guns, so participants work, to make this one of the with lots of helping hands received fair warning to “be best parties of the year for the from the folks at Cedar. Birch prepared to get wet”! people receiving services and participants supports from PSHTC and the brought their staff! John also makes it a snow cone and Cedar residents and staff watching water games! point, to make sure everyone cotton candy recognizes the special efforts machines. It of community partners, such wouldn’t be an as the Parsons Fire Dept. for Independence sending out a stand-by truck Day celebration for safety, and Tony Fuentez without from Jakes Fireworks for watermelon, giving us a big discount to get which was more bangs for our bucks! Beautiful Fireworks ! Page 2 PSH&TC NEWSLETTER ADA Celebration 2014 On July 26, 1990, President other activities downtown, includ- 4-H District Horse Show George H. W. Bush signed into ing free popcorn and ice cream law the Americans with Disabili- treats, face painting, the petting During the first week of July, riders ties Act (ADA). This historic zoo and watermelon eating competing in the Labette County 4-H District Horse show gathered at the legislation provided a mandate for contests. Zimmerman Family covered riding arena the elimination of discrimination located on the campus of PSHTC. They against individuals with disabili- competed in a day long event held at the ties. In recognition and celebra- indoor arena. The arena was built tion of the 24th Anniversary of through the generous donations of the the signing of the act, Southeast Zimmerman family and the PSH Endow- ment Association. Cooperative ventures Kansas Independent Living (SKIL) between PSHTC and KDOT when the held the annual anniversary arena was first built provided great Kansas party Friday, July 25, 2014. The dirt, which was relocated from displaced celebration was held downtown highway dirt to the arena. Many employ- by the SKIL office. ees of PSHTC and their family members are active and supportive of 4-H activities a PSH&TC maintenance crew set long-standing rural tradition. Steve up tents and tables/chairs and McKinzie and Christine Hizey, PSHTC the STAND Advocacy Group Vocational staff members who oversee the served sno-cones to several arena and supervise self-advocate workers to maintain the arena and livestock year hundred people who attended round. The arena is the site of 33 Annual the celebration. Members of Ashley Jackson with Trooper Wingate. Gary J. Daniels Sunbelt Rodeo, a unique the STAND Advocacy Group rodeo event for individuals with disabilities Testing out the Seatbelt Convincer! worked in shifts serving sno- which brings competitors from across cones as well as enjoying the Kansas and surrounding states year after year. This great resource is also shared for local community partners such as 4-H to create family friendly events. Welcome New Employees “Best wishes for fulfillment in your new position at PSH&TC!”
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August Birthdays “Have a Wonderful Birthday!”
Alan Bernson Kim Cox Kyle Leistikow Aaron Pearce Karen VanLeeuwen Tracy Baumgardner Bradley Daniels Casey Little Brock Pease Janet Visminas Stephanie Blaylock Larry Dewey Gina Madore Charlotte Pierce Cody Watson Cheryl Brees Joshua Dick Christopher Manis Monique Redmond Mario Webb Faith Bridgewater Kenneth Dickerson Carolyn Martin Christopher Rumford Robert Webster, Jr. Patsy Britton Terri Ellis Tiffany Martin Judy Schmidt Kara Werner Happy Birthday Tammy Bruner Ezekiel Ireland Jason Mathis Kenneth Smith Eric Westhoff Clay Burton Alexander Jimenez Stephen McKinzie Juston Smith Sean Westhoff and Kathy C. Kerri Heitman Ronald Myers Mark S. Suzanne Williams Patrick Carson Trisha Jones Tina Napier Chris Steadman Tristan Willits Congratulations! Johnie Carter Shiloh Katz Bobbie Napier Jordan Sparks Terry Y. Joseph Cooley Jessica Kinder Shawn Page Julie Taylor Volume 7, Issue 8 Page 3
Renee Caldwell, QDDP, Retires
“I've learned that people her career at PSHTC 35 family, Renee advanced will forget what you said, years ago as a direct both her educational people will forget what support worker, fresh out and professional career you did, but people will of high school. Renee at PSHTC. While working never forget how you was active leader in all full-time, Renee earned a made them feel.” By important person degree in Social Work Maya Angelou. centered initiatives at and was promoted PSHTC over the decades. repeatedly. Best wishes Truer words were never Renee is the type of to Renee, as this change spoken, in reference to person, people are lucky in her life provides Renee Caldwell, whose to meet in their life; cherished opportunities last day at PSHTC was thoughtful, generous to spend more time with this week. That was the and skilled at really her immediate family. quote on the plaque listening to what others She will be missed by her given to Renee as many are saying, even when family and friends of tears were shed, at the the form of the communi- choice here at PSHTC. retirement party hosted cation is in a non- by Cedar self-advocates traditional way. Through and staff. Renee began Dr. Rea presenting Renee with her the years, while raising a retirement awards.
COMPANY OLYMPICS 2014 Flu Shots employees involved this year, leisure The Parsons Recreation Commission The Flu Shot Clinic will be th specialists were enlisted to help sign is preparing to host the 13 Annual October 9, 2014, on the PSH&TC up people for events. There are events Company Olympics from Sunday Campus. To sign up for an rd th available for everyone from softball to August 3 through August 7 with appointment, visit the PSH home the 2 mile walk to the talent show and a variety of competitions being held page and schedule an a bake off! The annual event is a at a number of locations in and appointment. Watch for more healthy way for local companies and around the city of Parsons. The PRC information in the upcoming their employees to stay active in the has coordinated the popular event weeks. over the past twelve years as a way community while adding a social of enabling teamwork, company component for those that want to sit pride, and corporate wellness for on the sidelines and cheer on their companies and their employees in colleagues. It’s also a delight to see the community. staff supporting residents to enjoy the fun by joining them in some of the Parsons State Hospital has accepted events, such as the 2-mile walk which Thank You the Challenge for this year, and we opens the competition and cheering Thank you for the prayers and are making preparations to compete on their favorite staff as they compete calls during the time my husband in all events. As a way to get more in the diverse and fun events. had heart surgery. Thanks also to my co-workers who helped keep Ash clean while I was off. Good Luck Dorothy Box Good Luck and Best Wishes to Kari Ann Kirkpatrick-Davis and Chad Rice on their new For Sale homes in the During the extreme hot weather stay Seasoned Firewood. Hedge and Hackberry. Call Greg Patton at community. inside, out of the sun, in cool conditions, and keep hydrated! 778-3797 Campus Calendar Parsons State Hospital and 8/7 S.T.A.N.D. Adult Self-Advocacy Meeting, 3 PM (Social), 3:30 PM Training Center (Meeting), Cafeteria 2601 Gabriel 8/3-7 PRC Company Olympics Parsons, KS 67357 8/15-17 Endowment Bus—Kansas City Phone: 620-421-6550 Fax: 620-421-3623 9/1 Labor Day 9/2 PSH Endowment Board Mtg., 12-1 PM PSH&TC Newsletter is published 12 times a year. Editor: Marlys Shomber-Jones 9/4 S.T.A.N.D. Adult Self Advocacy Mtg., 3 PM (Social), 3:30 PM [email protected] (meeting), Cafeteria or 620.421.6550, Ext. 1726 Assistant Tammy Auman 9/9-15 Housekeepers Week Editors: Tammy Bruner Bev Cline 9/12-14 Endowment Bus—Wichita Nickie Bates Tim Sanders 9/20-21 33rd Sunbelt Rodeo—PSH&TC, Parsons Tiffany Martin To view online, use the link: 9/20 PSH Advisory Board Mtg., 4 PM, Administration Bldg. http://www.kdads.ks.gov/Parsons/Parsons_Index.html
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Rodeo Weekend Workers from Several Areas of PSHTC Prepare for the GJD Sunbelt Special Rodeo By James Fox nance, the horse barn Reporter work crew, and Laundry Services were among The thirty-third annual the groups that worked Gary J. Daniels Sunbelt especially hard to assist Special Rodeo, which with the rodeo. was moved to the third These departments weekend of September, made sure that the are- will be underway this as are clean, the grass weekend. is mowed, equipment is According to Program moved, food is ordered, Consultant Marlys cots and tables are set Shomber-Jones, the up, and clean linens will event was moved in or- Pictured above are members of the horse barn work crew, plac- be available for the ing tables in the PSHTC cafeteria. The room is being prepared to guests that are staying der to make volunteer- accommodate 200 people that are expected to arrive on Friday ing easier. for the rodeo. Photo by Donald Barrett of The Buzz. here,” Shomber-Jones said. “In the past, the rodeo occurred during the According to Shom- state fair”, Shomber- Rodeo Events ber-Jones, guests to the Jones said. rodeo will arrive on Fri- Saturday’s Events include two “go rounds”, in events day evening around 5 Shomber-Jones said such as barrel racing, trail course, pole bending, me- PM. The weekend’s chanical bull riding, key hole, flag racing, horseman- that many departments events will run from 9 have worked hard to ship and goat tie. The evening culminates with a bar- becue and dance. Starting at 9 AM, Sunday’s event AM on Saturday until make this year’s rodeo about 1 PM on Sunday. a successful event. She includes the finalists competing in the actual rodeo. said that Vocational Participants are divided into four divisions for compe- Approximately 25 titions: Purple adaptive riders (using an adaptive sad- Services, Dietary Ser- teams, with 200 partici- dle & lift), Yellow non-riders, Green beginning riders, vices, grounds mainte- pants will be attending and Red skilled riders. this year’s rodeo.
SACK Awards, Election Results Highlight Meeting Advocates express desire for IPP control, as Clay Burton announces resignation
By James Fox STAND Attends SACK Conference ing session designed to identify barriers and so- Reporter lutions, members out- lined their desire to be At the September 4th in charge of where STAND monthly meet- meetings are held, ing, President Clay Bur- when they are held, ton announced that he who is invited, what is was stepping down from discussed, and what the that office. He went on format of the meeting to explain that he will will be (such as a party, remain the STAND so- a dinner, or a business cial committee chairper- meeting). son. Toward the end of the After having an- session, former presi- nounced this news, ad- dent Burton recom- visor Cheryl Brees an- mended that a survey nounced that Burton Pictured above, (from top right going left, to bottom could be sent to the cot- won the presidential right) are SACK conference attendees Clay Burton, Dustin tages, to ask members election that took place Terry, Cindy Gelvin, Sal Mauro, Bridgid Schwilling (Miss of STAND how happy at the Self Advocate Wheelchair Kansas 2014), Carrie Greenwood (the first they are about their Coalition of Kansas an- Miss Wheelchair Kansas 2004), and Ashley Jackson. IPP’s, and to also ask nual convention. Photo courtesy of Cheryl Brees. them for recommenda- Burton was also By Cheryl Brees on Saturday, June 28th. tions about the reports This year’s theme was and the meetings. named the Advocate of Advisor, STAND the Year. Brees also “Dream Big!” SACK, In other news, the announced that the Self-Advocate Coalition newsletter committee awards ceremony at STAND members, of Kansas, sponsors announced that they SACK was a STAND advisors and support the event and each had no Buzz award win- sweep, as social worker staff attended the an- year advocacy ners due to a lack of Rhonda Etter was nual SACK conference (continued on pg 4) nominations. which was held at the named the SACK Staff groups across the state Ramada Inn in Topeka It was decided that a Person of the Year. contest would be held The main focus of the meetings are done. At their desire to be in to get more nomina- meeting was changing the meeting, charge of their own tions. The contest will the way that Individual members expressed to IPP’s. be (continued on page Program Plans and IPP program personnel During a brain storm- three)
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By James Fox Sanford went on to explain that this is a Reporter United Nations docu- ment that ensures that At the end of August, all people with develop- Self Coalition of Kansas mental disabilities coordinator Stephanie would have their rights Sanford gave the protected. Monthly Buzz a legisla- Sanford said that the tive update. reason that SACK is According to Sanford, supporting this issue on the state legislature is the international level is not in session. Howev- because people all over er, at the federal level in the world should have Washington DC, SACK the same rights as the is supporting the Con- people living in the vention on Rights for United States. People with Disabilities. meeting, cont. from page two
between the cottages, In celebration of the Gary J. with the winner being Daniels Sunbelt Special Rodeo, the cottage that produc- local artist Robert Jacobsen es the most nomination created “Welcome to the Ro- forms. The committee is deo”. The artwork is crayon on still developing the prize paper. idea. However, at the The Monthly Buzz supports officer and chair meet- artists from STAND. If you have ing, the idea was revisit- a piece of art that you would ed, and the leaders de- like The Buzz to use in the Life cided to gather more section, please send it to Tiffa- information about the ny Martin (Oak cottage) or Da- nomination process. vid Smith (Chestnut building). In other news, RHOF All artwork that is submitted committee chairman for printing will be returned to Barrett announced that the artist. In the event of multi- he attended a Project ple submissions, one piece of Management training in art will be used per newsletter. late August.
September 2014 Page 3 STAND attends SACK conference, from page two of Kansas come togeth- theme for next year’s er to network and share conference. “Peace, ideas about what they Love, & Independence” can do to make a differ- and “Go for the Gold” ence. were two ideas men- This year was also an tioned. Stephanie said election year for SACK. that if we decide on a After many good theme soon enough, speeches and some that the conference very close results, Clay workshops could be tied Burton is now the new to the theme. Everyone SACK Vice President! was reminded that 2014 is an election year for STAND members at- our governor and other tended several breakout legislators and to get out sessions, including a Dream Ladder– pictured above are members and support personnel representing STAND at the annual SACK confer- and vote. presentation from the ence. Posing with the thematic art are (from left) Sal Mauro, former and current Ms. Sheri Dixon, Cindy Gelvin, Clay Burton, Ashley Jackson, At the end of the day, Wheelchair Kansas. Cheryl Brees, LaDarious Smith, Dustin Terry, and Nikko advocates enjoyed a They said the program is Robinson. The theme of the conference was “Dream Big”. wonderful dinner and Every year, local advocacy groups create a piece of artwork dance in the Grand Ball- not about “Chicks in that reflects a message that each group wants to send Chairs.” about the conference theme. The conference, for the first room during which time time in many years, was held with the assistance of a new the announcement was The program recog- SACK coordinator. Courtesy photo. made honoring the win- nizes and celebrates ners of the 2014 Self women of achievement jali Forber-Pratt, Assis- tional sexuality training Advocate and Support and works to educate tant Research Profes- and to build a support Staff of the year. This community and advo- sor from KU Beach system for everyone. year’s winners…. our cate for people with dis- Center. The SACK Quarterly very own, Clay Burton abilities. Bridgid Schwill- They said historically, meeting was held and and Rhonda Etter! Con- ing, the reigning sex ed has been driven all the groups that at- gratulations to both of Ms.Wheelchair Kansas by reactive “problems” tended gave their re- these well deserving in- encouraged everyone to such as abuse and ex- ports. dividuals! “live with purpose de- ploitation. They also The new SACK Coor- Attending the confer- spite adversity.” said that individuals dinator, Stephanie San- Members also attend- who have an intellectu- ford, introduced herself ence were Ashley Jack- ed a presentation on al disability are 4 to 10 and said she would be son, Cindy Gelvin, Clay sexuality given by Matt times more likely to be out visiting all the advo- Burton, Sal Mauro, Enyart, Assistant Direc- sexually abused. cacy groups around the Dustin Terry, LaDarius tor of Project Develop- Enyart closed by en- state in September. Smith, Nikko Robinson, ment at the KU Life couraging the group to New business included Sheri Dixon and Cheryl Span Institute, and An- advocate for organiza- discussion about the Brees.
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STAND Attends Annual Rodeo Former STAND member Marvin Copp wins All Around Award, shares thoughts on winning award By James Fox the flag race, and the Reporter polls. Copp reported that he At the Gary J. Daniels found out that he won Sunbelt Special Rodeo, the top cowboy award held during the week- on September 21st at end of September 19 the awards ceremony. through Sept 21, former When asked what ad- STAND advocate vice he would give to Marvin Copp won the riders that aspire to win All around Award for the All Around Award, his division. Copp said that riders According to Copp, should “set goals for he felt excited after he themselves if they want heard someone else in it bad enough.” his division won second In other rodeo news, place. Program Consultant “Then I knew I took Pictured above are (from left) Dr. Gary Daniels, Dr. Jerry Rea, Marlys Shomber-Jones the belt buckle”, Copp and STAND secretary Cindy Gelvin. Photo by Robert Jacobsen. said there were three said. new teams at the 2014 ning the top cowboy hole, the pole race, and rodeo. Copp went o to ex- award. the flag race. plain that he represents Shomber-Jones went the RTSSK Badgers, According to Copp, On Sunday, at the fi- on to mention that a and that his team ma- he participated in four nals Copp said that he team from Pratt, Kansas tes and coaches were events on Saturday. qualified for 3 out of the traveled the furthest to excited for him for win- These events were the four final events. They attend the rodeo. barrel race, the key were the barrel race,
Editorial– How to Write Letters to Politicians
By James Fox With this in mind, sentative, it is ex- remember that they Reporter and as the former tremely important to are a person just like Secretary of SACK, keep your letter you. November fourth I would like to re- short and sweet and Finally, I would like is election day for mind everyone how to the point. Usually, to encourage every- the United States to write letters to the one single para- one to go out and Senate and House newly elected offi- graph on one page vote on November of Representatives, cials. works well. fourth. as well as for state When you write a You will want to Its your right– go governor positions. letter to a governor, also treat the official out and use it! senator, or a repre- with respect and to RHOF ID’s Stakeholders, Begins Work on Floor Plan By James Fox fame building. ceed with the pro- RHOF chairman Reporter According to ject; 3) directly bene- Donald Barrett, the STAND advisor Da- fit from or be impact- committee began vid Smith, in order ed by the project, 4) work on the floor Recently, at a Ro- to be a key stake- be able to remove plan for the hall of deo Hall of Fame holder the individual road blocks and fame building Committee meeting, or group of people have connections around the first part the group discussed must have five at- with people that can of October. the elements that tributes. ensure success to At this point, the the project; and 5) define key stake- The person or committee is in the have a positive or holders for the hall group must 1) make process of identify- negative energy that of fame. decisions that con- ing the rooms that directly affects the The committee al- trol the project will be needed, and projects success or so decided to begin budget; 2) have the the amount of space failure. working on floor authority to provide that each room will plans for the hall of permission to pro- According to need.
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Social Committee Hosts Game Night
On October 15th, the can get together to just social committee of hang out and have STAND hosted a game fun”,Brees said. night at the south cafe- According to the advi- teria of the Parsons sor, approximately forty State Hospital and people attended the Training Center. game night event. According to STAND Brees described the advisor Cheryl Brees, game selection pro- the event turned out cess, stating that notes well. from the last game “I think the night was night were used to pick successful Everyone which games would be who attended was smil- used. Brees said that ing and laughing. Its al- her favorite event was ways good when people Above, Eric Fuller throws a die as part of the horse race game. “definitely the horse Photo by James Fox of The Monthly Buzz. race.” STAND Members Compete in Special Olympics Golf Event
Pictured above are (from left to right) are Sam Thompson, Donald Barrett, Dustin Terry, Hunter Hengel, and Eric Schoenecker. Together with Frank Chapman and Robert Jacobsen, they competed in the Special Olym- pics Golf Tournament that was held in Pittsburg on September 24th. Photo’s by Robert Jacobsen of The Monthly Buzz.
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This month, The dress, and the title Buzz features local of the artwork. artist Devon Bowlin The original piece in the Life Section of of artwork will be the newsletter. photographed and The title of the returned to you. piece is “God’s Tem- In the event that ple”. several pieces of art In order to have are submitted to the your work featured, Buzz in any given send the piece to month, the featured Tiffany Martin (Oak art will be approved cottage), along with by a panel. your name, your ad-
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Villapando Takes Over as Social Committee Chairperson
By James Fox lapando. Reporter Villapando went on to report that he At the social com- would like to have mittee meeting, held more dances and on November 20, have another fund- the committee intro- raiser to support duced Michael Vil- STAND events. lapando as the new “I am open to any committee chair- new ideas that the man. Pictured above, Michael Villapando (top center) leads his first social committee meeting. Photo by Donald Barrett. group may have, but Villapando replac- I would like to sug- es former chairman second place in the was selected as the gest a spaghetti or Clay Burton, who left last election, and by new leader of the chicken fundraiser,” office in early No- winning the tie STAND social com- said Villapando. vember. breaker. mittee. The new official Villapando takes According to Vil- “This is my first said that he received the position over as lapando, he was ex- time being a leader the news of the posi- a result of tying for cited to learn that he of STAND,” said Vil- tion a few days ago.
Former STAND President Prepares for Community Living By James Fox president Clay Bur- from Residential the ability to make Reporter ton will be moving Treatment Services real life decisions into the community. of Southeast Kan- and to have more On December According to Bur- sas. freedom. first, STAND advo- ton, he will be re- Burton went on to When (continued cate and former ceiving services say that he will enjoy on page two)
Martin Speaks at STAND Mtg At the November and Staff Person of 6 STAND big the Year Awards be- monthly meeting, ginning in December newsletter commit- at the Holiday tee chairperson Tif- Dance. fany Martin spoke to In other news, the group members group reminded about accomplish- members that the ing the goal of be- Holiday Dance will coming the chair- be held on Decem- person of her com- ber 3, and that there mittee. will be no big month- In other news, the ly meeting for the newsletter commit- rest of the year. tee announced that Pictured above, social committee members gather around the refreshment table at STAND’s big monthly meeting on November The charge for the STAND will be 6. Photo by Donald Barrett. dance is $3. awarding Advocate Former STAND president to move into community, from pg 1 Burton was asked maintain a steady Burton gave some (were better off not about his biggest job once he moves advice to other ad- losing your temper)”, fear about commu- into his new house. vocates wishing to Burton said. nity life, he replied Burton went on to move into the com- Burton stated that that not having say that the things munity. he lived at Parsons enough money and that helped him pre- “Before you get State Hospital and medical services pare for living on his upset, go for a walk Training Centerfor were his top con- own were following or go to sleep, and I ten years, and will cerns. his program, and guarantee the next miss his friends that According to Bur- staying calm, cool day you will wake he has made at ton, his goal is to and collected. up figuring out you PSHTC.
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This month, The dress, and the title Buzz features local of the artwork. artist Tiffany Martin The original piece in the Life Section of of artwork will be the newsletter. photographed and The title of the returned to you. piece is “Jesus’ In the event that Family”. several pieces of art In order to have are submitted to the your work featured, Buzz in any given send the piece to month, the featured Tiffany Martin (Oak art will be approved cottage), along with by a panel. Photo by The Monthly Buzz. your name, your ad- Local Athletes Compete at State Bowling Tournament
By James Fox straints kept bowlers Reporter from being able to do that this year. On November 14, Leon went on to three STAND ath- mention that he was letes from Pine cot- going to talk at the tage traveled to next leisure meeting Overland Park Kan- ly placed at the stte report that the bow- to see what kind of sas to participate in bowling tournament, lers that he coaches fundraising that the Special Olym- but they also en- Would like to spend could be possible to pics bowling tourna- joyed seeing old the night at a motel make this occur. ment at the AMF friends that they next year so that According to Leon, Bowling Alley. haven't seen for a they could enjoy while. Leon also the next sporting According to Par- swimming and the event that his ath- sons coach John Le- mentioned the good banquet and the time everyone had letes will participate on, Pine cottage ath- dance Special Olym- in is the Spring Spe- letes Mike Cizerle, eating at Oklahoma pics has to offer. Joe’s Barbecue. cial Olympics Ashley Jackson, and Leon explained Games in Pittsburg. Cindy Gelvin not on- Leon went on to that budgetary con- November 2014 Page 3
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PSH&TC December NEWSLETTER 2014
PSH&TC ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE By Cheryl Brees Inside this The PSH&TC Community items to place in the box in Reusable tubs have been Resource Team’s annual your area. Let’s not forget delivered to the following issue: food drive is underway! All what Christmas is really areas: Cottages, UAP-Lobby items (non-perishable about. & Nursing, Coord. Center, Annual Food Drive 1 Ad Bldg., New Voc, Power please) will be donated to Forbes Retires 1 the Labette Assistance The competition is on! The Plant, FNC, Canteen, SPS Center. We have scheduled area that collects the most and Daycare. Employee of the 1 pick-up for Dec. 12th. items will be awarded the Quarter “Traveling Trophy”. The If we missed your area, 2 While you Maintenance department please contact Cheryl Brees Halloween Party are out dethroned the Food and at ext. 1825, Niki Collins at Welcome grocery Nutrition Department in ext. 1809 or Renee Pierce at 2 New Employees shopping, 2013. Can your area do it ext. 1779 and we’ll get you pick up one this year? a tub pronto! December 2 or two non-perishable Birthdays Relay Pie 2 Fundraiser FORBES RETIRES Recipes 3 Malissa Forbes retired No- Although Malissa requested favorite cake and flowers. vember 21 after 33 and a no formal party, we honored Enjoy retirement! Thank You 4 half years of assisting the her special day with her residents and staff at Campus Calendar 4 PSH&TC in the Lab and Shopping at The 4 Dental offices. She also Works repaired and ordered countless pairs of eyeglass- es, not to mention helping out wherever else she was needed. While we are hap- py for Malissa and wish her well, she will be missed greatly by all.
EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER
Mark Hopper, CTS, was diagnosed with a mental munity based settings. Vision Statement selected to receive the illness. Mark goes above Mark is always willing to People experiencing the award for Meritorious Ser- lend a helping hand and and beyond as he travels highest quality of life vice. This award entitled almost every week across assist the team in whatever regardless of the chal- Mark to an award of $350. the state of Kansas. He ways he can. His 10 years lenges. He was also selected to works with the director, of direct support experience receive the $400 award for three psychologists and a provide valued perspectives Employee of the Quarter social worker to provide be- to consider which may be for the third quarter. havioral consultations to missed by other team mem- Mission Statement help divert admissions to bers. Mark offers sugges- To improve lives by Mark is the Community tions that are useful and state hospitals. Mark’s work connecting people with Training Specialist who includes conducting prelim- practical in the "real world." supports and services. assists the director and inary observations, con- He relates to our support four behavioral consult- ducting follow up visits, and teams and clients love him! ants provide community providing training with fam- He is always positive, yet based outreach for individ- ilies and personnel who rational, and an invaluable uals with intellectual disa- work in schools and com- asset to our team. bilities who have also been Annual Halloween Party by John Leon The Annual PSH&TC Halloween sponsoring the costume contest personally, please know you Party was again enjoyed by again this year. Winners of the were most appreciated. many this year. contest were: 1st Place Nina L. as Bride of Frankenstein $20; Can’t wait for next year! New events were added this 2nd Place Kim McMichael as year to the festivities. A the Queen of Hearts $10; and football toss, ring toss and fish Rebecca H. as the Magician’s pond were enjoyed by all who Bunny $5. attended. DJ Shay B again laid down the tracks for the All of this would not have been residents to enjoy dancing possible without numerous during the party. people behind the scenes. In Kim McMichael 2nd place fact, too many to name. If we We would like to thank the missed thanking you, Endowment Association for Winning Pumpkin—Spruce Relay For Life Pie Fundraiser Hate baking pies? Oven too small? PSH&TC Relay for Life team helped alleviate some stress for people this holiday season by offering homemade pies for sale! Orders were Welcome & Congratulations taken for just over 43 pies. We more than doubled our Welcome to Brody Bunyard who joins number from last years. Residents and staff worked us on Elm Cottage together to make the pies on November 25th for pickup Congratulations to Bobby Jacobsen. that afternoon. Everyone had a great time and the team We wish him well in his new ventures raised about $$300 towards our Relay for Life Goal. in the community!
Welcome New Employees
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HOLIDAY SURPRISE PUNCH sides in the red sugar. These can cup of juice, to pour in salad Tim Sanders be made day before and kept in fridge Mix all together in bowl & cover & Maraschino cherries overnight. Flavor is even better if refrigerate until ready to serve. 2-liter Canada Dry Ginger Ale kept overnight. 46 oz. can pineapple juice PUMPKIN BARS 6 oz. can frozen orange juice concen- PUMPKIN SILK PIE RECIPE Betty Shadley trate, thawed Marlys Shomber-Jones 1 large( size for a 9” pie) can pump- ½ Tsp. peppermint extract 32 gingersnaps kin pie (ready to bake all you do is Place one cherry in each cube of an ¼ cup butter, melted add milk and egg kind) ice tray and fill with Canada Dry ¼ cup sugar 1 box Angel food cake mix. Ginger Ale. Freeze overnight. Com- 8 oz package cream cheese, softened bine chilled juice in punch bowl. Add 2 tsp vanilla Mix the pumpkin pie and Angel food peppermint extract and stir. Add ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice cake mix together (without the milk Canada Dry Ginger Ale ice cubes to 1 cup powdered sugar and egg added ). Bake in 9x13 cake each glass. Makes: 16 servings 1 cup pumpkin dish in oven at 350˚ for 40-45 16 oz Cool Whip minutes. SMOKY BACON RANCH DIP 8 oz container Cool Whip to use for Tim Sanders decoration, if desired 7 LAYER CANDY 16 oz Breakstone’s Greek Style Sour Melanie Wilson Cream Finely crush 32 ginger snaps. Mix 1 stick of Butter 1 pkg. Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Sea- in melted butter and sugar. Press 1 package of Graham Crackers soning Mix into springform pan. Bake at 325 1 package of Chocolate Chips 5 slices Oscar Mayer Bacon cooked degrees for 5 minutes. Beat sof- 1 package of Butterscotch Chips and chopped tened cream cheese until light and 1 package of Coconut Flakes Chives for garnish fluffy. Add the powdered sugar, 1 package of Chopped Walnuts (as Canned Chipotle peppers pumpkin, vanilla and pumpkin pie many as you like. Usually about 2 Remove 2 chipotle peppers form the spice; beat until smooth. Fold in one cups) can and into ¼ pieces. In a mixing large container of whipped topping 1 can of Eagle Brand Condensed bowl blend the sour cream, ranch and spread into the springform pan. Milk seasoning mix, and peppers togeth- Place in the fridge for a couple of Melt butter in the bottom of a 9 x 13 er. Cook the bacon until crispy, hours over overnight to allow it to set baking pan. Crumble graham crack- drain on paper towels. Chop the ba- up. Remove the springform pan ers finely and layer on top of the con into small pieces and reserve a sides and top with additional melted butter. Add a layer of choco- small amount for garnish. Mix the whipped topping. Sprinkle with late chips, a layer of butterscotch chopped bacon into the sour cream pumpkin pie spice. chips, a layer of coconut flakes and mixture. Eat immediately or place in finally a layer of chopped walnuts. fridge for a couple of hours to allow CHOCOLATE SAUCE Drizzle the entire can of condensed favors to meld together. Kim Ball milk all over the top. Bake at 350ₒ Makes: 2 cups 1 Stick Butter for 30 minutes or until the top is 1 Cup Sugar lightly browned. Cool, cut into CANDIED FAUX STRAWBERRIES 1 Cup Whipping Cream squares and enjoy. Nancy Tiede 2 Tablespoon White Corn Syrup 2 small boxes strawberry Jell-o ¼ Cup Hersey Coco FRITO CHILI CORN SALAD 1 C. coconut 1/2 teaspoon Salt Barb Duling 1 C. English walnuts finely chopped 1 teaspoon Vanilla 2 Cans corn (drained) ½ C. purple onion chopped fine ¾ C. Eagle Brand Milk (sweetened 1 red or green pepper chopped fine condensed milk) Mix together , slowly bring to a full 2 C. finely shredded cheddar cheese ½ tsp vanilla boil. Boil for 3 minutes. Put on ice 1 C. Mayo Red and green colored sugar cream. Its yummy! Combine these ingredients well, Directions: place in refrigerator overnight. Right Dump dry jello in a bowl, combine MARSHMALLOW SALAD, MY before serving; add one 11 or 12 oz. coconut & nuts. Pour in Eagle MOM’S RECIPE bag of chili cheese Frito corn chips Brand Milk and vanilla. Mix well. Liz Munding slightly crushed. Stir into salad and Batter will be real stiff and thick. 1 Container of Cool Whip serve. Chill in bowl for one hour. Roll por- 1 jar of pimento cheese tions into small strawberry shapes. 1 bag baby marsh mellows Dip flat top into green sugar and roll 1 can crushed pine apple, reserve ¼ Continued on Insert
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PSH&TC Holiday Recipes Parsons State Hospital & Training Center TACO SOUP sugar and mix well. Add the milk a bit BANANA BREAD Becky Butts at a time until you get it toDecember, a spreadable 2014 MUFFINS In a big Dutch oven or large soup pan, consistency. Barb Duling place 4 lb Ground chuck, brown and OATMEAL CAKE 1 C. Oil season (use one packet of Taco season- Barb Duling ½ C. Whole-Wheat Flour ing), drain and set aside. In Dutch oven 1 C. quick oats 1 C. Sugar used to brown ground chuck (don’t 2 eggs, beaten ½ t. salt wash) add: 2TBS olive oil or veggie oil 1 ¼ C. boiling water 2 eggs, beaten heated, two chopped medium onions (if 1 1/3 c. flour 2 to 3 T. lemon juice want more heat may add one chopped 1 C. sugar 3 bananas, mashed jalapeno DE ribbed), cook onion until ½ t. salt 2 t. baking soda golden brown, add 2TBS tomato paste, 1 C. brown sugar 1 ½ C. all-purpose flour mix until well heated, add two packets 1 t. soda 1 C. Semi-sweet chocolate of taco seasoning with one cup of low ½ c. shortening chips sodium beef broth. Let reduce down. ½ t. nutmeg Blend together oil and Add back ground chuck, 2 cans whole Topping: sugar in a large bowl; add corn not drained, 2 cans of black beans 6 T. butter or margarine, melted eggs and bananas and set washed, 1 can of chopped green Chile 1 C. coconut aside. Mix together flours peppers, 1 -28 oz can of diced tomatoes ½ C. brown sugar and salt; stir into oil mix- and 1, 12 oz can of V-8. Mix everything ½ c. quick oats ture. Add lemon juice and together. Cover and let simmer 1 hour ¼ c. cream or evaporated milk baking soda; fold in choco- to develop favors. Serve in bowls with 1 t. vanilla late chips. Spoon into dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of Soak oats in water for 20 minutes. In a greased muffin cups filling cheese with tortilla chips on the side. If mixing bowl, cream shortening, sugars 2/3 full. Bake at 350 de- really want to up the heat add a couple and eggs together. In a separate bowl, grees for 25 min. Makes chipotle peppers. sift together flour, salt, soda and nut- about 2 dozen. My 7 year BBQ GREEN BEANS meg. Add dry ingredients to cream mix- old granddaughter re- Becky Butts ture, then add oats; mix well after each ceived a purple ribbon on In large oven safe pan mix: addition. Grease and flour a 9 X 13 3 cans of drained green beans, 1 lb of inch pan. Spread batter evenly in pan bacon, one medium chopped onion, 1 and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. CROCK POT BUFFALO cup of ketchup, 1 cup brown sugar. Combine ingredients for topping and CHICKEN DIP Mix, cover and cook at 250 for 4 hours, spread over hot cake; broil until light Melissa Marks and uncovered for ½ hour at 325. My brown. My 7 year old granddaughter One Large bottle of husband and I have found that if you received Grand Champion on this cake Franks Red Hot Sauce cook the day before needed then reheat ate the Neosho County Fair. (Do NOT use tobacco) they are really awesome. 2, 8 oz blocks of cream PUMPKIN SHEET CAKE with Cream BAKED MAC & CHEESE cheese Cheese Frosting Barb Duling 2, 12 oz cans chunk Marlys Shomber-Jones 3 12-oz. pkgs. Jumbo elbow macaroni, chicken 16 oz can pumpkin uncooked 1 cup of ranch dressing 2 cups sugar 1-1/2 lbs. pasteurized process cheese (Hidden Valley for better 1 cup vegetable oil spread, cubed flavor) 4 eggs, beaten 1-1/2 c. butter, divided 2 cups of shredded Colby 2 cups flour 16-oz. pkg. shredded sharp cheddar jack cheese 2 tsp. baking soda cheese 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 to 1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour Let mixture melt together 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 4 to 6 c. milk before adding the Franks. 1/2 tsp. salt 1-1/2 c. bread crumbs Allow dip to melt until it In a mixing bowl, beat the pumpkin, Measure 10 cups macaroni; prepare ac- becomes creamy. About sugar and oil. Add eggs and mix well. cording to package directions. Reserve Combine the dry ingredients and add to remaining uncooked macaroni for use in the pumpkin mixture, beating until well another recipe. Pour macaroni into a blended. Pour into a greased 10×15 very large bowl; set aside. Melt ¾ cup inch baking pan. Bake for 25-35 butter in a saucepan over medium heat; minutes at 350 degrees. Cool the cake whisk in one cup flour. If sauce is thin, completely and then frost it with the add more flour. Add 4 cups mild; whisk cream cheese frosting. to blend well. If needed, add more milk. Cream Cheese Frosting: Stir in cheese spread until melted. Add 5 Tbs. butter, softened shredded cheese; mix until melted. 3 oz cream cheese, softened Pour sauce over macaroni; mix well. 1 tsp. vanilla Spread mixture in a lightly greased 15” 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar x 21” baking pan. Melt remaining but- 3-4 tsp. milk ter in a saucepan. Stir in bread chopped nuts for the top, if desired crumbs; mix until butter is absorbed. Beat the butter and cream cheese to- Sprinkle over macaroni. Bake at 350 for gether. Add the vanilla and blend till about 30 minutes, until golden and smooth. Gradually add the powdered bubbly. Serves 25 to 30. Christmas Recipes Page 2 MEDITERRANEAN CRESCENT side the oreo crust. Mix pudding over chicken. Cover crockpot and PINWHEELS and milk together in a medium cook on low for 6-8 hours until Food Nutrition Center bowl. Stir constantly until it starts chicken and bacon are thoroughly 1 (8 oz.) can Crescent Rolls to thicken. Whisk in 1/2 of the cooked. You may want to remove ½ lb Prosciutto or cooked ham, Coolwhip. Fold in strawberries the chicken and beat the sauce thinly sliced and pineapple. Spoon fruit and with a wire whisk so it is very well 4 oz. Crumbled Feta Cheese cool whip mixture into the crust. blended. Pour sauce over chicken. ½ tsp. Pepper Refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until If you have a newer crockpot, check 1 Tbls Olive or Vegetable Oil set. Before serving top with re- the chicken at 5 hours. The inter- 6 Tbls Chopped Fresh Basil maining cool whip, chocolate syr- nal temp should be 160-170 de- Heat oven to 375°. Spray cookie up, and crushed nuts. grees F. Notes: Serve over rice, sheets with nonstick cooking spray. CARAMEL APPLE PORK CHOPS couscous, or wide egg noodles. Separate dough into 4 rectangles; Janet Hurley place on lightly floured surface. 4-6 Boneless Pork Chops CHICKEN CORDON BLEU Firmly press perforations to seal. 1 tsp oil CASSEROLE Press or roll each to form 8x5 inch Salt and Pepper Janet Hurley rectangle. Arrange ¼ of prosciutto ¼ cup Brown Sugar 2 large boneless skinless chicken slices evenly over each rectangle. ¼ tsp Cinnamon breasts, cut into cubes In small bowl, combine cheese, ¼ tsp nutmeg 1 can condensed Cream of Chicken pepper and oil; mix well. Sprinkle ¼ cup butter or dairy free marga- Soup mixture evenly over prosciutto on rine 1 cup Milk each triangle. Sprinkle with basil. 2 Cups Sliced and peeled tart ap- 1 box Chicken Stovetop Stuffing Starting at short side of each rec- ples like Granny Smith 6 (approx.) slices deli ham (I used tangle, roll up; seal long edges. 3 Tbsp Chopped Pecans honey ham) With serrated knife, cut each roll Instructions: In a large skillet heat 6 (approx.) slices swiss cheese into 5 slices. Place, cut side up, on oil over medium heat. Sprinkle 2 Tbsp. butter, cut into lots of piec- sprayed cookie sheets. Bake at pork chop with salt and pepper. es 375° for 15 to 20 minutes or until Cook for about 2 minutes on each Salt, pepper, garlic powder to taste golden brown. Remove from cookie side just to brown the pork chop. Directions: In the Slow Cooker sheets. Serve warm. Place pork chops in crockpot. In insert, place the chicken. Season APPLESAUCE COOKIE the same skillet add butter, sugar, with salt, pepper and garlic pow- Food Nutrition Center cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until der. 3/4 cup soft Shortening combined. Add apples to the skillet Mix the Cream of Chicken soup 1 cup packed Light Brown Sugar and just stir to coat. Dump apple with the milk, salt, pepper and gar- 1 Egg mixture over pork chops cover. lic powder. Pour over the chicken. 1/2 cup Applesauce Cook on high heat for 2-3 hours or Next, add a layer of ham slices. 2 cups all-purpose Flour, sifted low for 6 -7 hours. You may wish Prepare the stuffing according to 1 cup Quick Oats to add more sauce. If so, you can the box and then spread evenly 1/2 tsp. Baking Soda make it with more brown sugar and over the ham. Place butter slices 1/2 tsp. Salt butter in the skillet. Serve with on top of the stuffing. Cook on 3/4 tsp. Ground Cinnamon sauce and top with chopped pecans LOW for 4-6 hours. Uncover for 1/4 tsp. Ground Cloves if desired. about 20 mins or so on HIGH to 1 cup Seedless Raisins help thicken the liquid. Next, place 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts SOUR CREAM AND BACON slices of swiss cheese over the top. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a CROCKPOT CHICKEN Re-cover and continue to cook until medium size bowl, mix shortening, Janet Hurley the Cheese is melted. sugar and egg thoroughly. Stir in 8 bacon slices applesauce. Combine dry ingredi- 8 boneless, skinless chicken BACON CHEESE POTATOES ents and blend into shortening breasts Janet Hurlet mixture. Mix in raisins and wal- 2 (10 oz) cans roasted garlic cream ¼ pound bacon, diced nuts. Drop batter by spoonfuls on of mushroom soup 2 medium onions, thinly sliced a lightly greased cookie sheet. 1 cup sour cream 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Yield ½ cup flour (all purpose or gluten ½ pound cheddar cheese, thinly 4 dozen. free blend) sliced Tip:Sprinkle an even layer of cinna- Salt and pepper to taste salt and pepper mon sugar on top of each cookie Instructions: Place the bacon in a butter before baking. large skillet and cook over medi- Green Onions (optional) NO BAKE BANANA SPLIT PIE um-low heat until some of the fat is Instructions: Line crockpot with Janet Hurley rendered. Be sure that the bacon is foil, leaving enough to cover the 1 package Vanilla Instant Pudding still pliable and not crisp. Drain on potatoes when finished. Layer half 1 1/2 cup Whole Milk paper towels. If you use this meth- each of the bacon, onions, potatoes 16 oz Extra Creamy Cool Whip, od, reduce the flour to ¼ cup. Or and cheese in crockpot. Season to divided don't cook the bacon and proceed taste and dot with butter. Repeat 2 Bananas, sliced with the recipe. Then wrap one layers of bacon, onions, potatoes 1 cup Pineapple Tidbits, drained slice of bacon around each bone- and cheese. Dot with butter. Cov- 1 cup Strawberries, diced less chicken breast and place in a er with remaining foil. Cover and 1 Oreo Pie Crust 4-5 quart crockpot. In medium cook on low for 10-12 hours. Chocolate Syrup bowl, combine condensed soups, Notes: Make this recipe bigger if Crushed Peanuts sour cream, and flour and mix with you are expecting company. Place a layer of sliced bananas in- wire whisk to blend. Pour