promoting non profit communication and awareness in our community
Event Coverage An Evening in Paris Page 14
A Taste of the Ozarks Page 21
Cattle Baron’s Ball Page 24
Dog Days of Summer Page 26 13th Annual
ANPAC Car Show For Kids Page 9
Who CARES? Page 9
Communicating in a Crisis Page 22
Askinosie Takes Local Students to Tanzania Page 7
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ave you ever wondered who creates the beautiful ads and pages we feature in Springfield CARES magazine every month? Wonder no more. d.v. LaRue is the sister company to Springfield CARES. We not only create the ads and layouts for the magazine, we developed the companion website, www.goicare.com. We also offer a wide variety of creative and print services for the business community. Let us provide you with the same creative expertise and experience we use to develop the magazine each month. If you like what we do for Springfield CARES, you’ll love what we can do for you. dvLaRue Design and Printing offers special pricing to all Non Profits in the community. For Social Profit Members of Springfield CARES Magazine, these rates are even more discounted. Please contact us if we can help you with your Design and/or Printing needs.
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contents september 2012 3
Table of Contents
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Membership Directory Springfield Cares members listing
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Letters from the Editor and Publisher
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Askinosie Takes Local Students to Tanzania Askinosie Chocolate Factory
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Family Birth Place Provides New Birthing Option for Soon-to-be Parents United Way
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Who CARES? News Round-up for local nonprofits
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11 Taste of Victory 2012 Victory Trade School
13 Volunteer Spotlight Rose Armstrong
14 A Taste of Paris Event Coverage FLiP
15 Women Speak WomenConnect4Good
16 Integrity Home Care 18 Calendar of Events Charity Events for September
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19 Preparing for Eldercare Integrity Home Care
21 A Taste of the Ozarks Event Coverage Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks
22 Communicating in a Crisis Center for Nonprofit Communication
24 Cattle Baron’s Ball Event Coverage American Cancer Society
25 We Invite You to Join Us in Making a Difference in Kid’s Lives Bridges for Youth
26 2012 Dog Days of Summer Event Coverage Humane Society of Southwest Missouri
28 13th Annual ANPAC Car Show for Kids
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Benefiting the United Way of Southwest Missouri
29 Games Fun Stuff
staff
advisory panel
Amy Michael Publisher
Gerry Catapang PT, DPT Ken Childers Peter Edwards CIA Rebbecca Fenton COTA/L Jeff Gossman Becky Overend Sharna Rittmaster Beverly Roberts Chris Shaefer Ross Stoops Cara Trask Mary Valloni
Julie Rodriguez Director of Operations Phil Dellasega Creative Director
CARES
Kaitlyn Schwers Editor
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417.849.CARE • www.goicare.com
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Michelle DeWitt Graphic Design/ Web Maintenance
Membership Directory Springfield CARES would like to introduce the following Members of the magazine. Members must have non-profit status and provide services to our community. If you are interested in becoming a member, please give us a call for more information! Ambassadors For Children 627 N Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-862-3586 ext. 236 www.ambassadors4children.org
1111 S Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65804 417-864-6202 www.casaswmo.org
American Cancer Society (ACS) 3322 S Campbell Ave # G Springfield, MO 65807 417-881-4668 www.cancer.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) 3372 W Battlefield St Springfield, MO 65807 417-889-9136
424 E Norton Rd Springfield, MO 65803 417-864-6698 www.ranchlife.org
3023 S Fort, Suite B Springfield, MO 65807 417-869-2220 www.gynca.org
Bridges for Youth
The Humane Society
1039 W Nichols Springfield, MO 65802 417-864-4167 www.bridgesforyouth.net
3161 W Norton Rd Springfield, MO 65803 417-833-2526 www.swh.org
Children’s Miracle Network
330 N Jefferson Ave. Springfield, MO 65806 417-888-2020 http://www.commpartnership.org/
320 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-863-7700 www.uwozarks.com/flip.asp
GYN Cancers Alliance (GYNCA)
330 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-862-3838 www.bcfo.org
Community Partnership
Female Leaders in Philanthropy (FLiP)
Good Samaritan Boys Ranch
Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO)
3525 S National Ave Suite 203 Springfield, MO 65807 417-269-5437 www.coxhealth.com/cmn
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Killuminati Foundation www.killuminatiFoundation.org
Lost & Found Grief Center 2840 E Chestnut Expressway, Suite C Springfield, MO 65802 417-865-9998 www.lostandfoundozarks.com
March of Dimes 1722 S Glenstone W110 Springfield, MO 65804 417-889-9397 www.marchofdimes.com
Pregnancy Care Center 1342 E Primrose Street Springfield, MO 65804-4224 www.pccchoices.com
United Way of the Ozarks 320 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-863-7700 www.uwozarks.com
The Victim Center 819 N Boonville Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-863-7273 www.thevictimcenter.org
Women Connect4Good DrNancy@womenspeak.com Twitter.com/womenspk www.Facebook.com/WomenSpk www.Womenspeak.com/connect4good/
Youth of the Ozarks Thrift Store (YOTO) 2140 S Campbell Springfield, MO 65807 417-890-7283 www.thevictimcenter.org
The following persons or businesses have sponsored our members: Women Speak, William H Darr, Tom Slaight, ANPAC, Elliot & Robinson, Southwestern Womens Health, dvLaRue Design and Development
Mission: Springfield CARES and GOiCARE.com provide online and print media to the public to create awareness of charitable giving and healthy living in the area as well as give acknowledgment to local businesses that give back to our community. It is our goal to promote local business, provide information and savings to consumers and support the work of the charities where we live.
Letter from the Editor Dear readers, It’s almost the beginning of my fourth month at Springfield CARES, and I couldn’t be happier. It’s been a pleasure getting to know many of our great Social Profit (or non-profit) members here in Springfield, and I hope to continue working together with every one of them. If you’ve noticed in the past couple issues of CARES, we have been featuring volunteers from some of our non-profit members. I’d like to add that we are always looking for nominations of awesome volunteers from non-profit organizations. Have someone is mind that you think should be featured? Contact me at editor@goicare.com. The idea for this feature in the magazine came from suggestions offered by our readers. In addition to volunteer nominations, I am also always on the lookout for other story ideas regarding Springfield nonprofits and the community. Let us know what you would like to see in the next issue. E-mail info@goicare.com for ideas
Kaitlyn Schwers
or give us a shout out on Facebook. We appreciate your ideas.
Contributing Editor
Letter from the Publisher Hello Springfield! August brought a great many things our way as our children began school and fall set in. It's hard to believe September is here! There were so many wonderful events in August! You'll see event coverage from Big Brothers Big Sisters, FLiP, American Cancer Society, The Humane Society, Victory Trade School and more! There are some events coming in September that you won't want to miss either! Project Puppy by Killuminati Foundation, ANPAC Car Show, GYNCA TEAL to HEAL, Golfing for Kids, BCFO and more! Make sure to check out our online calendar for any events that may not be listed in the magazine! Have fun and help support a great cause, what could be better!? Stay tuned and be sure to check out our October issue. We have a HUGE announcement in store for you! I'll give you a hint... Branson won't be the only town with a CARES Publication come January! More details coming soon... As always, we love feedback! If you want to see something in the magazine or if there is a story we need to hear and share please email me: info@goicare.com. Have a beautiful September my friends!
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Askinosie takes local students to
by Kaitlyn Schwers
A common phrase heard around the Askinosie Chocolate Factory is ‘it’s not about the chocolate, it’s about the chocolate.’ As a business, it’s about the chocolate because Askinosie Chocolate strives to make the highest quality chocolate. However, as Shawn Askinosie puts it, the business is also about supporting Springfield’s community and other communities around the world, as they did over the summer. Last July, Askinosie selected 13 local high school students under the Chocolate University (CU) program to accompany him on a nine day business trip to Tenende, a small, remote village in Tanzania. Three Drury University students and one professor were also in attendance as Askinosie also partners with Drury. Askinosie explains, “Chocolate University is a program that is designed to involve the young people of our neighborhood—and ultimately the community—in our business. The two goals are to inspire young people about social entrepreneurship and about the fact that there’s a world beyond Springfield.”
Photo by Bob Linder
Meeting the farmers and doing business Askinosie and the students traveled to Tanzania with three goals in mind. The first main purpose of the trip was to expose the students on how a business trip works. “The connection to Tanzania is it’s a place where we buy cocoa beans. It’s difficult to get there, but they have very nice cocoa beans and we’ve done really well with those beans,” Askinosie says. “This is our third purchase of cocoa beans. The students were able to witness that and observe that business transaction and they were trained in advanced on how we evaluate cocoa beans, and they helped me do that when I was there.” Installing technologically advanced teaching tools In addition to being a part of Askinosie’s business trip, the students also had the opportunity to volunteer their time to an area school called Mwaya Secondary. The second goal of the trip was to implement a video learning program for the school. The group brought with them six laptops, five projectors, screens, speakers, wire that was donated by SMC Electric, and bought a generator to provide electricity. With the video learning program, students at Mwaya Secondary will be able to view up to 3,000 video lessons from a non-profit called the Khan Academy on each laptop.
Photo by Daudi Msseemmaa
“When I saw the Khan Academy, I realized that it might be a way to maximize the use of the 10 teachers that they had by using video learning, but they didn’t have the Internet,” Askinosie explains. “We turned to a friend of mine named Eric Hamm, he’s a local computer executive, and he came up with the idea to download this directly to the laptop instead of using the Internet because there was no access to the Internet at this village.” Starting a sustainable lunch program The last goal of the trip was to start a lunch program to address the nutritional needs of the Tanzanian students. According to Askinosie, it is typical for the students to only eat one meal per day. “I wanted to do something that was sustainable and that did not involve donations with respect to their nutritional needs. I’ve been working with the PTA for over a year on implementing a program—a sustainable lunch program—based on a product that their PTA would sell to me and that would go in my container of beans, and then I would sell it and profit would fund it,” Askinosie explains. Askinosie bought a metric ton of rice from the PTA, which was then bagged and stamped by both the CU students and Mwaya Secondary students. The rice will be sold by Askinosie for $15.50 a bag. All proceeds will go back to the school in Tanzania. Askinosie says, “The profit, all of the profit, will feed every kid lunch in that school for an entire year.”
Photo by Shawn Askinosie
Changing lives Overall, Askinosie and students of the CU program were successful in completing their goals of the trip. For Askinosie, it was exciting to see the students gain a new perspective on the world and experience different things. As a business, it’s not always about the chocolate, but it’s about changing lives. “I can honestly say that I have traveled all over the world, and I love it. I love meeting farmers, I love hot, humid places that are hard to get to. It’s fun. But, the opportunity to witness first-hand the lives of these young people changed is more gratifying than just about anything that we do here at our business,” Askinosie adds. “It’s something that I will never forget because these are young people whose lives have just completely ahead of them and they can do so much good in the world. It’s possible that this experience can open their minds to greater possibilities for their own lives and that of others who they can help in the future, so that’s what we’re trying to do.” Read the student’s perspective of the trip by visiting the CU blog at chocolateuniversity.org. To learn more about Askinosie Chocolate, go to askinosie.com. 7
Photo by Shawn Askinosie
FamilyBirth Place By: Shelly Burks
provides new birthing option for soon-to-be parents
led to my most healthy and beautiful birth yet. I received wonderful prenatal care and my son's birth was made wonderful by a caring, experienced midwife who patiently took care of our every need. I was given a wonderful new start into motherhood with excellent breastfeeding tips, nutritional information, and postpartum care. Given the opportunity I would again choose the Family Birth Place in a heartbeat!" The staff of Certified Professional and Certified Nurse Midwives as well as nurses, birth assistants, and student midwives at FBP are trained to assess and deal with emergencies that occasionally occur. The birth center is located less than 3 miles from 2 major hospitals, so that mothers who choose the Family Birth Place are never more than 5-10 minutes from emergency medical as-
Recently, a new birthing op-
sistance should the need for higher level medical care, like a cesarean section,
tion has become available to
arise. Knowing that a hospital can be accessed quickly can be a reassuring to
expectant parents in the
many women who live out of town, but wish to have an out-of-hospital birth.
Springfield area! In May 2012, Certified Professional Midwife, Mary Ueland,
Another client, Nikki, explains, “My husband and I could not have been more
opened the Family Birth Place. For
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healthy, low-risk women who are looking
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phere of the clinic was peaceful, as well as accommodating to our needs and
alternative to typical obstetrical care.
desires for our son’s birth."
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for a birth center in Springfield for
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years,“ says Mary Ueland. “I’ve heard
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Mart Supercenter and Target are within 5 minutes of the birth center as well.
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you for labor.
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What’s going on in your area? Springfield CARES offers a round-up of news from your local non-profit organizations.
Ozarks Food Harvest announces $125,000 challenge grant for 40 nonprofits Ozarks Food Harvest announced last July that it would match dollar for-dollar funds raised by 40 of its 250 member food pantries and feeding programs, up to $125,000, leveraging the funding to $250,000—the equivalent of 1.5 million meals for southwest Missouri children, families and seniors in need. All 250 nonprofit organizations in 28 counties that receive food and services from Ozarks Food Harvest are eligible to apply for the challenge grant as long as they are a member in good standing. The awards will be used for food purchases for hunger relief in the Ozarks. The $125,000 grant was awarded to Ozarks Food Harvest from the Walmart Foundation State Giving Program to increase food distribution in Missouri. The State Giving Program awarded Ozarks Food Harvest a $100,000 grant in 2010 and a $125,000 grant in 2011, which The Food Bank partnered with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks to offer it as a match to hunger relief agencies. Steve Binum, store manager of Walmart on S. Campbell in Springfield, is pictured (at right) presenting the check to Bart Brown, president/CEO of Ozarks Food Harvest (at left) in front of The Food Bank’s newest truck, which was also donated from Walmart.
OFH agencies have until August 27 to apply for the challenge grant, and from September 15, 2012 to March 15, 2013 to raise the funds to be matched. The Food Bank will announce agencies invited to participate in the challenge grant opportunity on September 7.
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$25,000 presented to the Rainbow Network to provide stable homes for Nicargaua families National Avenue Christian Church (NACC) presented a $25,000 check to the Rainbow Network last July, initiating the construction phase of a project that will provide safe, secure homes for 25 poverty-stricken families in the Nicaraguan village of Hilapo Dos.
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The milestone gift is the latest in a 10year partnership between the congregation and Springfield-based Rainbow Network. This specific donation is the From left to right, Jay Guffey, Rainbow Network Board Chair; Keith Jaspers, Rainbow Founder & President; Pastor Laura Fregin, National product of an intense fundraising effort Avenue Christian Church; and Brad Wadle, National Avenue Outreach representative. by the church to secure contributions totaling $100,000 – $4,000 for each of the 25 homes being built. With this initial payment, construction will begin within two weeks, with completion expected in March 2013. Last summer, church members traveled to Nicaragua to dedicate the land for the project, and excitement has been extremely high ever since. 9
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Taste of Victory 2012 An Extraordinary Culinary Celebration Honor the Victory Trade School Graduating Class of 2012 and savor cuisine created by VTS students and top chefs from area eateries.
Keynote Speaker: Certified Executive Chef Jeff Bacon Southern Region Vice President of the American Culinary Federation
Live music from jazz band Moonlight Serenade Friday, October 19 6 O’Clock in the Evening Ramada Oasis Convention Center 2550 North Glenstone
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For More Information Call 417.864.2232 RSVP By Mailing Checks and Names/Number of Reservations to: Taste of Victory – P.O. Box 2884 Springfield, MO 65801 (Checks payable to Victory Trade School)
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Gynecologic gic Cancer Awareness ess Month Every six minutes a woman is diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer.
Gynecologic Cancer cer Symptoms Symptoms y
Each year more than 83,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cancers affecting the reproductive organs and more than 20,000 die.
Abnormal bnormal vaginal ble eeding or discharge
Women must take charge of their personal health and know their bodies; if you experience any of the gynecologic cancer symptoms listed at the right for more than two weeks, see your healthcare professional.
Pelvic e pain or pressure
GYN Cancers Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, gra assroots organization serving 22 counties in southwest Missouri. Programs offered by GYN Cancers Alliance include peer-topeer mentoring, monthly support group meetings, education and awareness and emergency non-medical financial assistance while women are in treatment for a gynecologic cancer. For more information on gynecologic cancers or GYN Cancers Alliance, call 869-2220, or visit our website at www.gynca.org.
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By Kaitlyn Schwers Dependable, lovable, and reliable. These are the words that describe one kind of volunteer of the Pregnancy Care Center and other organizations in Springfield. Rose Armstrong speaks of her time spent volunteering, what she cares about in the Springfield community, and her future goals. Where do you volunteer? Pregnancy Care Center, LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home and Glendale Christian Church. Why do you choose to volunteer? I feel called to volunteer. More specifically, what do you enjoy most about helping out the Pregnancy Care Center? Seeing babies saved and Moms and Dads be encouraged. What are you most passionate about in the community? Building stronger families. How long have you been actively volunteering? Six plus years at PCC and have always been a volunteer. How does volunteering affect you personally? It makes me happy to see lives changed. From your experience, what are some major benefits to getting involved with the community through volunteering? My blessings of time, energy and talents are not for my benefit, but for the benefit of others and as I am able to share those blessings and gifts I am further blessed. What else do you like to do in your spare time? Hobbies? I love having "Tea Parties" with my three great-granddaughters, sharing time with my family and friends, and traveling. Do you have any future goals as a volunteer? If so, what are they? My goals are to encourage staff and volunteers in their service to others. I plan to continue to volunteer as my health permits and I am healthier and energized as I stay busy. Is there anything else you would like to add about your experiences as a volunteer? I have been a volunteer in many areas of my church, Glendale Christian Church, for many years. I was a CASA volunteer during the early years of the organization. I currently volunteer at Pregnancy Care Center and at LifeHouse Crisis Maturnity Home as well as my church. I have found the investment of sharing love to be very rewarding. 13
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Septemb ber 07 5:00pm-7:00pm: September TTeacher eacher appr appreciation eciation night. Inviting all public p and private vate school educators to Discovery overy Center of o Springfield to discover the rresources esour urces Discoveryy Center has to assist you in teaching ching science and cultur culture. e.
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September Septemb ber 8-15 11:30am-12:30pm PLAYHOUSE! The Skinnyy Improve Improve - PLA AYHOUSE! An Improvised Improvised o Kids Show. w. Kids will decorate the set forr that unique show how and will be brought brought on stage ge to Heros, help bring ng this story to life. Her os, Villians, Villians, i Animals, Music and who knows what else e will help make make each improvised improvised story unique ue to each show. s TTickets ickets ar are e available e at www.theskinnyimprov.com. www.theskinnyimpr skinnyimprov.com. Tickets Tickets ar are e $5 dollars and nd include FREE POPCORN.
ember 22 11:00am-7:00pm: September rst Annual Taste Taste of the Shrine – a food f The First and tainment event benefiting the e Shrine entertainment ue Pr eservation Association – will be held Mosque Preservation e Shrine Mosque. Activities will span pan both at the pper and lower levels of the building. ing. Cost the upper e infor mation, tion, and is $200 per person. For mor more information, ts, call 417-869-9164. tickets,
Septemb ber 13 10:00am: September American n Heart Association - Go Red d for Women W omen Luncheon at the White River Co Conferonference Center Ce enter - 600 W Sunshine, Springfield d MO. For mor e infor mation visit our website te at more information www.springfieldmogor ngfieldmogoredforwomen.org www.springfieldmogoredforwomen.org
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Recognizing the Signs Your Loved One May Need a Lifestyle Change By Anastasia Brannan
As children we rely on our parents for love, support, and care. As we mature and become mired down in the realities of caring for ourselves and our own families, we often take for granted the fact our own parents are aging. The older we become, the faster the clock ticks on, until one day we realize our once infallible parents have become fragile. This is one of the most shocking times in an individual’s life, and we wonder, how did I not see this coming? Sometimes the signs are subtle: your loved one may repeat something he told you five minutes before, or you may notice your loved one paying less attention to personal grooming and hygiene. Other signs are not so subtle, and in fact, are red flags that your loved one needs an intervention before they jeopardize their own or another’s safety. The following are danger signals that indicate your loved one requires additional assistance or possibly a change in living arrangements: • Sudden weight loss could indicate your loved one is not eating or is incapable of preparing meals. Further investigation may reveal empty cabinets or pantries, indicating the loved one has forgotten to shop for groceries or is unable to travel to the supermarket. • Failure to take medication or overdosing on medication can indicate confusion, forgetfulness, or not understanding physician’s instructions. • Burns or injury marks can indicate general weakness, forgetfulness, or possible misuse of alcohol.
• Bizarre behavior of any kind could be a warning sign. This could include dressing in heavy gloves and overcoat in 90 degree weather or going outside without shoes when it's snowing. • Disorientation of a consistent nature indicates a need for help. Examples include getting lost in one’s own neighborhood, not recognizing family members, or forgetting significant details of one’s own life, such as age. Discovering that your parents are unable to meet their own needs can be devastating. The role reversal of the child becoming the guardian of a parent can be emotionally challenging, and it’s at this point communication with the aging loved one is key. When communicating with the aging loved one, it’s important to be gentle and honest about their abilities and their options. The following can help facilitate a productive and respectful conversation: • Share your own feelings, and reassure the parent that you will support them and can be depended upon to help them solve their problems. • Help the parent to retain whatever control is possible in making his or her own decisions. Respect and try to honor their wishes wherever feasible. • Encourage the smallest change possible at each step, so that the parent is more able to adjust to the change. • Educate yourself on legal, financial and medical matters that pertain to your parent as background for your conversations. • Be honest about your own needs—be open about your time and energy limits.
• Increased car accidents can indicate poor vision, slowed reflexes, physical weakness, or general inability to handle a vehicle.
A meeting may need to be held with other key family members to decide the best plan of action for meeting the loved one’s needs, whether it be taking turns helping the loved one out in the home, hiring outside help, or planning different living arrangements for the loved one.
• General forgetfulness such as not paying bills, missing appointments, or consistently forgetting names, addresses or phone numbers.
If circumstances make such a meeting difficult, a professional counselor can help guide the discussion and ease tension for all parties involved.
• Extreme suspiciousness could indicate some thought disorder. Your parents thinking that their neighbors, friends, family, doctor, and lawyer are all conspiring against them would be an example. • A series of small fires could be caused by dozing off, forgetting to turn off the stove or appliances, or carelessness with matches. They may also indicate blackouts or dizzy spells.
The hardest part for most people is accepting the fact their aging parents need help meeting their unique needs. Once open and honest communication with the parent and other family members has taken place, the next step is to arrange for alternative care. Next month we’ll explore options available for the lifestyle changes associated with caring for the elderly parent or loved one.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks would like to thank its sponsors, patrons and volunteers for their participation in the 10th annual Taste of the Ozarks. This tasty, fun-filled event successfully raised nearly $160,000 for children in the Ozarks! More than 700 patrons filled the University Plaza Convention Center and sampled fine cuisine from 18 of Springfield’s best restaurants. Several of these restaurants competed in The Taste of the Ozarks Food Challenge with Ocean Zen Pacific Rim winning Best Appetizer and Terrace Grill taking home Best Entrée and Best Dessert. Patrons had the chance to vote on the restaurant with the best décor, with Ocean Zen winning the top honor. Springfield celebrity and Ozarks Local/ KOLR10 anchor, Tom Trtan, emceed the evening’s program while Bigs and Littles shared their stories with patrons. Local band Pearl rocked the crowd with a live performance. The best businesses in Springfield and the surrounding communities helped stock the silent and live auction full of amazing items, packages, and experiences that
enticed patrons to place their bids. A $20,000 cash raffle was given away, along with a trip for two to Orlando and an iPad 3. All proceeds from Taste of the Ozarks benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, which supported more than 1,000 matches in 2011 by providing children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships. The funds raised at Taste of the Ozarks ‘add flavor to a child’s life’ and support the agency’s mission yearround. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks is a volunteer and donor supported organization, helping children reach their potential and changing their lives for the better, forever. For more information about Taste of the Ozarks and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, call Jessica at (417) 889-9136 or visit www.tasteoftheozarks.com.
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Communicating in a
CRISIS!
by Dan Prater The Center for Nonprofit Communication at Drury University dprater@drury.edu
Warren Buffet once said, “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.�
T
hroughout the past few years, many individuals and or-
The scandal at Penn St. University, a nonprofit organization, has helped
ganizations have experienced major crises that threat-
remind large and small nonprofit organizations everywhere the need
ened their reputation and their very existence. But
to have a well-established crisis communication plan and to use it when crises occur.
arguably few have been bigger than the crisis at Penn
Nonprofits, by their nature, tend to function in turbulence. They op-
State University.
erate on the edge of domestic violence, homelessness, and other critIt will take years to determine the full scope of damage done to Penn
ical needs every day. Under-staffed and under-resourced, they are
St.'s reputation and finances (not to mention the pain and suffering
used to crises.
of the victims). Yet it is clear that the university made some serious
For that reason, many nonprofit organizations don't give much thought
mistakes in handling the crisis.
to developing a crisis communication plan.
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BEFORE THE CRISIS
DURING THE CRISIS
Planning is the key to managing a crisis. Having a clear, detailed crisis communication plan can help nonprofit organizations manage catastrophic events without suffering irreparable damage to their credibility and stability.
A fatal flaw during a crisis is to cover up information, evade responsibility, or lie to the public. Tell as much as you know to be true, but avoid speculation. It is acceptable to admit you are still gathering information and do not have all the details yet.
Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower said, "In preparing for battle I have always found plans are useless, but planning is indispensable."
1. What is a crisis for your organization? Lerbinger (1997) describes a crisis as "an event that brings, or has the potential for bringing, an organization into disrepute and imperils its future profitability, growth, and possibly, its very survival." Spend time determining what a crisis might look like for you. It could range from a staff member or client getting harmed, to a breach in confidentiality or a building being destroyed. Or it might have to do with financial mismanagement or a situation that threatens the very existence of the organization. It could be an actual event or just a perception. Whatever poses a threat to the organization's stability and credibility is a crisis and requires careful management.
2. Determine who is in charge and what they will do. Even the most stable organizations occasionally experience chaos. In those times, it's important for everyone to know who's in control and where to go for information.
3. Have a contact list. Knowing who to call and how to reach them in a timely manner is critical. The contact list should be available in multiple places, in both electronic and printed forms. The list should be given to key persons who will have a role in making appropriate contacts. This list should include the organization's staff and board members and key community stakeholders, such as other nonprofits, major donors, and government.
4. Appoint a Media Spokesperson. In a crisis, people need to hear from a company. Often, the President or CEO will be the face of the agency in times of crisis. Whoever is selected will solicit and respond to all media inquiries and take the lead in all public communication.
5. Prepare Key Messages. Key messages should be prepared for media inquires, member updates, and phone calls to critical publics. The messages should reinforce the organization’s mission and values. Messages should include positive actions/solutions to the crisis, and should be used in all media activities.
6. Be Honest and Transparent
Never respond to the media with "no comment." The assumption is that you are guilty or are hiding something. If the crisis involved victims, it is critical to express sympathy for the victims early and frequently.
7. Provide Frequent Updates. Some crises are complex, evolving events. In those cases, there is a need for frequent updates. Updates usually occur through traditional media and social media sites. Remember, conversations are going to occur. For that reason, it's good to generate messages that will help shape those conversations (the way people feel about your organization in the situation).
8. Media Tracking and Public Opinion In order to respond to public opinion and media stories, it is important to monitor news coverage and public sentiment - especially social media. The organization should shape future messages in response to these in order to maintain control of the message.
AFTER THE CRISIS 9. Evaluate the Response.
Once the crisis is resolved, the leadership should evaluate the organization's response and the effectiveness of the plan. That evaluation can help you determine the impact of the crisis and can help shape how the organization responds to future crises. No one wishes for a crisis. But if managed well, a crisis presents an opportunity to demonstrate the quality of your organization and its commitment to achieving an important mission. Lerbinger, O. (1997). The crisis manager: Facing risk and responsibility. Mahwah, N.J
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he 2012 Cattle Baron's Ball was a huge success raising over $600,000! Held at the Darr Agricultural Center, over 1000 bidders participated in the auctions bringing in over $200,000. Through the efforts of the many volunteers, the businesses that donated items and the attendees generous spirit the Cattle Baron's Ball of Springfield has become the sixth largest Cattle Baron's Ball fundraiser in the country! We know that it is primarily due to the warm and caring commuintiy we are so blessed to live in.
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We invite you to join us in making a difference in kid's lives! teens each year. Let’s face it, if you can take yourself back to childhood and yes, those tumultuous teen years, you will no doubt find the same uncomfortable and yes, even impossible challenges that many of the Bridges for Youth attendees face. Helping is only possible when you have the Bridges for Youth Center there for them, right in the neighborhood, and yes, at no registration cost, so no one will be turned away because they didn't have enough money to come.
Amber’s Story Bridges Summer Camp began a few years ago with a tour of a cave at the camp. This is not your usual cave tour, where you walk upright along a lighted path and have a railing to grab at difficult junctures. The Windermere Cave is a ‘contort your body, crawl, and grasp onto rocks to keep your balance’ kind of adventure. You carry your own flashlight to find your way, and to tell you the truth, most kids just find it to be an awesome experience. There are a few like Amber though who are very unsure about this
Jim’s Story
Jim was eight when we first met, and he was always itching to kick up a fight with anyone who would oblige. He usually instigated the quarrels, and you could say he was well acquainted with what was needed to make another kid fighting mad. At Bridges, we gradually develop insights into what is going on in kid’s life through their behaviors. I remember sitting Lil' Jim down on one occasion and how we discussed what was prompting all this rage. He
Bridges Summer Camp 2012, Sky Ranch/Cave Springs, Oklahoma adventure into the dark. I could see the paralyzing fear on her face as we crawled through the gate to the innermost parts of the cave. What one of you would not have spoken up and said, "It’s okay. We will conquer this cave together. I'll stay with you all the way through." I remember seeing relief come to her face as she now knew that she didn't have to do this alone. Some five minutes later Amber had maneuvered through really challenging parts of the cave with me by her side, and our group had gathered around the cave guide. Fear returned as the cave guide asked everyone to turn off their flashlights and then there was just the quiet strained whisper of Amber saying, "Remember you said you wouldn't leave me.” A simple "I'm right here" gave her the strength she needed to face this challenge also.
looked at me with some of the weepiest eyes you've ever seen and simply said "It hurts inside.” Now, I don't need to tell you that this sends tidal waves of compassion through someone, even this old dude. After further investigation, we discovered that Lil' Jim's dad had been being abusive to his mom and the anger had spilled over to Lil' Jim. As we worked with Lil' Jim and came to understand the reasons for his anger we were able to nurture and make a big difference in his life. Find us give online at www.bridgesforyouth.net Like us on Facebook at Bridges For Youth Inc. Bridges for Youth 1039 W. Nichols Springfield, MO 65802 Office (417) 864-4167
Just as Amber and I conquered the cave together, the Bridges for Youth Centers provide that same victory in the lives of hundreds of kids and
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2012 DOG DAYS OF SUMMER The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri hosted a Springfield Cardinals benefit game for the 2012 Dog Days of Summer on the night of August 4, 2012. The game featured a silent auction of Olympic-style jerseys worn by the Springfield Cardinals, a pre-game dog parade, and giveaways for fans. All proceeds benefited the Humane Society, and in total, the Humane Society raised over $10,000 for shelter animals that night.
Sponsor | Dr. Nancy O’Reilly PsD
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13th ANNUAL
Remember that muscle car you wanted when you were a teenager – the one your parents wouldn’t let you drive? September 22, you can relive the dreams of your youth – and give your kids a history lesson at the same time. ANPAC’s annual Car Show for Kids features hundreds of muscle cars, hot rods, street rods and exotics from all generations – right in the middle of Springfield. All proceeds from the Car Show for Kids benefit the United Way of the Ozarks. ANPAC has been supporting the United Way for many years, and its team members generously donate thousands of dollars and volunteer hours to the organization.The car show, which began in 1999, has alone raised more than $168,000. You might not realize just how many different programs the United Way of the Ozarks supports. Their partner agencies offer important services to 14 counties in the Ozarks, impacting the lives of thousands of people, both young and old, each year. Current United Way of the Ozarks agencies include the Red Cross, Greater Ozarks Chapter;Arc of the Ozarks; Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Ozarks; Boy Scouts of America, Ozarks Trails Council #306; Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield; Boys & Girls Town of Missouri; Child Advocacy Center; Court Appointed Special Advocates; Developmental Center of the Ozarks; Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland; Habitat for Humanity; Harmony House;The Kitchen Medical and Dental Clinic; Lutheran Family & Children’s Services; National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of SW MO; Ozarks Counseling Center; Ozarks Literacy Council; Ozarks Regional YMCA; Retired and Senior Volunteer Program; The Salvation Army; Underprivileged School Children’s Fund; United Services Organization; and The Victim Center. Though cars are the focal point of the Car Show for Kids, it is also a low-cost, family-friendly activity. Throughout the day, there will be food and products from local vendors, a silent auction, live entertainment, giveaways and children’s activities hosted by United Way of the Ozarks agencies. The show’s continual success can be attributed, in large part, to the generosity of local businesses. Empire Bank has been the show’s premier sponsor for 11 years. Two local media outlets, US97 and FOX-KRBK, air PSAs to help promote the event. O’Reilly Auto Parts crafts the awards presented to the winners. Hundreds of additional businesses display promotional pieces and donate cash and silent auction items. The ANPAC Car Show for Kids will be held rain or shine at the ANPAC Corporate Centre, located at the corner of Sunshine and Glenstone. Spectator tickets are $5 for adults, and ages 12 and under are free. Gates open at 9 a.m., and the show will conclude around 2 p.m. The car show portion of the event welcomes all years, makes and models. Car owners can register for the show online, or print a registration form, at www.carshowforkids.com. Pre-registration is encouraged, though owners can regis-
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