Beacon programs and activities for July

Lee County School District provides update on repairs after Hurricane Ian

The Beacon of Hope has announced its programs and activities for the month of July

The schedule includes:

■ Samaritan Health and Wellness, a primary care clinic, is now open at the Beacon every other Wednesday from 8 a m to noon This clinic provides care for the uninsured and underinsured The cost is $50 and help is available if needed People of all ages are welcome Mental health services are also available. Call the Beacon at 239-283-5123 to make an appointment

■ Coffee Klatch – We have all been affected by Hurricane Ian in countless ways The Beacon of Hope wants islanders to know we are here to support you Join us for a gathering of conversation, coffee and support The Beacon is providing a safe space to share, be heard and connect with others to lift islanders spirits and honor e v e r y o n e ' s s t r e n g t h a n d r e s i l i e n c e m o v i n g f o r w a r d Ronda Czarnecke, MSW, and Nancy Buthman (director of BOH), both Pine Island residents, invite everyone to come together and share in this safe space Join the at the Beacon on Friday mornings starting July 7 at 10 a.m. For questions, call Ronda – 231-383-1302

■ Beacon Bites (our meals on wheels) is available Call if you need to sign up.

■ Transportation to medical appointments and treatments is also available to anywhere in Lee County, Please call 48 hours before your appointment

■ Strange Arrangement – Mondays 6-7:30 p m Lessons given A musical experience

■ Fundraising meeting – Monday, July 17, at 10 a m

■ Grants Committee meeting – To be announced

■ Homelessness Committee – To be announced

■ Pine Island Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troop will be meeting Wednesdays at 6 p m

■ Girl Scout Troop will meet on Fridays at 6 p m

■ GED classes are on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a m to 2 p m

■ ESOL classes Mondays at 7 p m and Thursdays from 6-8 p m

■ Spanish language class will start Tuesday, July 11, at 6 p.m., in the classroom.

■ The Attic (Thrift Store) is open Monday through Friday from 9 a m to 3 p m It will be closed on Wednesdays Saturday hours are 10 a m to 3 p m Donations are accepted until 2:30 p m unless overloaded Every Tuesday is 50% off clothing, shoes and similar items 50% off “almost everything” will be on July 18, Aug 15, and Sept 5

The Beacon of Hope, located at 5090 Doug Taylor Circle, St James City, is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 9 a m to 5 p m Computers, fax and printer are available for use Case managers are available at these times. Call and make an appointment. To contact the Beacon of Hope, please call 239-283-5123

■ The Food Bank

Every Saturday at 9:30 11 a m The Emergency Pantry is available when the Beacon is open

■ Wellness Committee – Next meeting will be Sept 11 at 10 a m

■ Blood pressure screening is held every Wednesday from 1-2 p m and every Saturday morning from 10-11 a m

■ The Veteran’s Support group meets on the first Friday of every month from 9 a m to 12:30 p m Call 239-283-5123 to make an appointment.

Lee Health launches emergency preparedness website

Lee Health has unveiled a comprehensive emergency preparedness website on www LeeHealth org and it’s one of just a handful of hospital systems in Florida that has this type of resource available The website will serve as a dedicated resource for the Southwest Florida community and other individuals seeking information and resources for emergencies, such as natural disasters and public health situations The website is the result of a collaborative effort between Lee Health and its community partners

The Lee Health Emergency Preparedness Website features several different sections that the community can utilize as a one-stop-shop for information, emergency action plans, resources and helpful links It shares resources from community partners, including Lee County, the City of Fort Myers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and more.

T h e n e w s i t e i s l o c a t e d a t h t t p s : / / w w w l e e health org/emergency-preparedness and includes several different resource sections:

■ Natural Disasters: How to stay safe before, during and after natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornados and floods Information will also be provided for medically insecure patients

■ Public Health Emergencies: Information on any ongoing public health emergencies (like the COVID19 pandemic) This will include information on the public health emergency, testing sites and where to get vaccines, if applicable.

■ Emergency Action Plans: How to create a plan to ensure the safety and wellbeing of you and your family This will include evacuation procedures, emergency supplies, practice drills, identifying a shelter-inplace location, communication protocols, emergency contact information and more

■ Resources and Helpful Links: Direct links to resources from the CDC and FEMA There will also be information on plans for patients with asthma, food allergies and anaphylaxis

Lee Health is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our community and helping Southwest Florida families be prepared for every type of emergency We believe your safety should be your top priority

Learn more at www LeeHealth org

Pine Island

Howard Nemenoff

We are sad to announce the passing of Howard Nemenoff of St. James City, Florida. He passed away on June 19, 2023 at Lee Memorial Hospital at the age of 70 after a long battle with AL Amyloidosis. His devoted wife Jana was by his side.

Howard was born in Chicago, IL on September 13, 1952. He was preceded in death by his parents Jack Nemenoff and Sara Greenstein. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Jana Nemenoff, his best friend and brother Marc Nemenoff, his doting daughter Erica Schulz (Lukas Schulz), and his adoring grandchildren Riley and Logan Schulz.

He graduated from University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign in 1974 with a B.S. in Mathematics. He worked as a Systems Analyst at Allstate Insurance, where he met his wife, Jana. They did it all together, owned stores, traveled, and, most importantly, ate at all the best restaurants. Howard later became an Enrolled Agent, preparing taxes and representing tax payers before the Internal Revenue Service and opening up his own business, Nemenoff Tax Services. He loved and was loved by his clients and truly enjoyed getting to know each one.

Howard had a sharp mind his whole life. He enjoyed reading and he did crosswords, sudoku and solitaire daily. He loved his weekly game of cards with the Street Girls. Most of all he enjoyed golf where he could drive a long ball, not always to its intended location. There are many wonderful adjectives to describe Howard but his sweetness is the one that everybody who knew him includes and best describes his outlook and kindness towards all he knew. He was loved deeply by his family and by so many others. He will be greatly missed.

We know Howard wouldn’t want us to wallow in misery, but rather celebrate his remarkable time on earth with photos, stories, and loving memories. We would love for you to join the celebration of Howard’s life on August 26, 2023 at his daughter’s home in Crystal Lake, IL. Online condolences may be sent to the family at everloved.com/life-of/howard-nemenoff/. Here you will also find additional information on Howie’s Celebration of Life

Steve Barrett

Steve Barrett of Saint James City was surrounded by family as he passed peacefully on June 24 at age 62. Steve is survived by his daughter Sabrina (27) and niece Tricia (28) of Portland, Oregon. He will be fondly remembered by his siblings Jay, Tim, Mike, Patty, Chris, and Jane, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and aunts.

Steve served his country in the army and was fiercely proud to be an American. Steve was the epitome of a “good dad.” He was playful, nurturing, generous, patient, and kind. He loved his retired life in St. James City where he fished frequently, and enjoyed weekly live music at the local bars. Steve was an incredible friend and was the first person to offer help to anyone in need. He will be missed by many. To know Steve was to love Steve. He was a firm believer in good karma, and his life motto was “God is great, beer is good, and people are crazy.”

Steve had the opportunity to benefit from the medical care of the neuro team at the Jacksonville Mayo Clinic, led by world-famous neurosurgeons Dr. Alfredo Qui ones-Hinojosa and Dr. JP C. de Almedia. Dr. Q, Dr. Almedia, and their team provided compassionate care and guided the family through many difficult decisions.

In lieu of flowers, the family lovingly requests that donations be made to Mission: Brain on Steve’s behalf. Mission: Brain is a non-profit foundation led by Dr. Q that brings neurological care to underserved areas of the world. Donations can be made on Steve’s behalf at https://missionbrain.kindful.com/

Memorial service information can be requested from Sabrina, Steve’s daughter at sabrinajbarrett@gmail.com

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