Heart
BEATS NOVEMBER 2016
21st Annual Cup O’Cheer Homes Tour Friday, November 18
The Diamond Room || 2340 W. Grand || 10:00am – 9:00pm (Extended Hours!) Don’t miss our 21st annual Cup O’Cheer Homes Tour on Friday, November 18th, with extended hours from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event showcases some of the area’s most beautiful and unique homes decorated for the holidays. With an open-house format, guests can set their own schedules to visit the homes and enjoy the Holiday Tea & Cup O’Cheer Market. The hub of this year’s event is Springfield’s Diamond Room for our annual Holiday Tea with desserts and savory treats provided by Simply Delicious Catering, and the Cup O’Cheer Market, featuring gifts and beautiful home decor from specialty merchants around the Ozarks. Entertainment will fill the air with Hometown Tourist from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and The Linda Sala Jazz Project from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Gift wrapping will be provided by DCO (Developmental Center of the Ozarks) with charges based on package size. Although the House near Cox South will not be a featured home this year, both of our Ronald McDonald Houses will be available for tours, as well as the Tooth Truck. The first 1,000 ticket holders will receive a commemorative Cup O’Cheer teacup and saucer designed and produced especially for the event
Myers Home, Karla Myers
Villages at Wicklow Interior & Holiday Décor by Nathan Taylor, Obelisk Home
by the team at BridgeBlue Sourcing Partners and Obelisk Home. The teacups and saucers may be picked up at The Diamond Room on the day of the event. Tickets are on sale now for $30 each or for $35 on the day of the event. Proceeds from the event benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ozarks. We want to provide special thanks to our sponsors for this year’s event, including Leadership Sponsors, Obelisk Home and BKD Wealth Advisors; Foundation Sponsor, Arvest Bank; Supporting Sponsors, Murney Associates Realtors and Hogan Land Title Company; and Contributing Sponsors, 417 Magazine, McCann Printing, The Villages at Wicklow and Kukes Design. There’s still time to contribute to the volunteer efforts. We’d love for you to join the hundreds of volunteers who make Cup O’Cheer possible! If you’re interested in volunteering, contact Ely Wright at 417-820-0764 or at Ely.Wright@RMHCozarks.org.
RMH Supporter Home, A Ronald McDonald House Supporter East Springfield Interior Décor Selections by Ellecor Design
Mourer Home, Bay & Pepper Mourer
Fremont Hills Interior & Holiday Décor by Pepper Mourer Designs
We are also grateful to the following sponsors for providing generous contributions that will support our Ronald McDonald Houses and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile: Rader Home, Jason & Bertie Rader
Southeast Springfield Interior Décor Selections by Lisa Clary of Kim Wood Designs Holiday Décor by Steve Waddell of Wickman Gardens
Heart of the House Staff House Near Cox South
From The Happy Anniversary 1 Year
Victoria Kubitschek, House near Cox South
Johnny Anderson Haley Barnett Maggie Bradley Nadean Burnett Ashton Canfield Dave Canfield Philip Canfield Nancy Carlson Megan Carrell Susan Carter Alexis Christopher Nancy Clark Brittney Cowan Mikel Dashtipour Kathy Dennis Lynelle Dock Blake Dowdy Judy Duncan Sue Eppler Kim Fergus Becky Gillham Sharon Gillham Shawn Gott Fabian Goyes Maria Goyes Amy Grubaugh Amber Guilliams
Lauren Hamm Darren Harrelson Laura Harrelson Mackenzie Harrelson Cindy Harris Liz Hayes Bella Hill Cliff HIll Karen Hill Gracie Holt Kathy Jenkins Clayton Keller Kennedy Keller Savannah Keller Randi Kerr Trot Kinser True Kinser Betty Kniep Julia Kovacs Victoria Kubitschek Becky Lang Amber Lopez Kayla Love Shawn Lowery Riley Luallin Adrienne McCoy Sandra McNeive
Eileen Meinsen Larry Meinsen Sandy Morris Grant Musick Nolan Musick Jordan Myers Ana Ortiz Karla Peck LeRoy Peck Hayley Poppell Madelyn Price Kay Prost Kennedy Randles Lexi Rawlings Lorinda Rehagen Deja Richardson Cliff Ricketts Jan Ricketts Kendyl Rodman Joe Roushdi George Schlick Joan Schroeder Anne Schubert Debbie Slocum Randy Slocum T.J. Slocum Alyssa Smith
Dearicka Smith Mary Smith Grace Stagner Kim Stagner Brianna Steiert Brandon Taylor Karen Taylor Kelsey Taylor Kristina Taylor Rich Taylor Linda Tenneson Kyle Thompson Lauren Tiedeman Ava Uzzell Sondra Uzzell Tristen Uzzell Abigail Weitzel Lucy Weitzel Joanna Weitzel Scott Weitzel Travis Weitzel Sara Westbrooks Cathe Whittington Meghan Zengel
Lillian Jacka Josie Kennedy Courtney Krueger Katelin Krusz Jordan Looney Micca Looney Ashlee Luko Beth Mecca Jianna Mills Kiera Mills Krista Mills Rebekah Mitts
Alyssa Mondeaux Abby Monsees Miranda Nelson Alyson O’Connor Karrington Prohaska Monica Quinn Abby Shifflet Vanessa Strathmann Debbie Williams Rebecca Won
House At Mercy Kids Carolina Andrade Tyler Austin Stephanie Boscatto Catelynn Classick Courtney Classick Kim Clift Lizzie Collum Jennie Crabbe Brooke Davis Audrey Dlabach Sandy Emberton Rachel Farmer
Becky Farris Patti Garretson Gabriel Green Adam Greeno Terry Greer Ann Griesemer Leslie Hatch Brenda Havens Kaley Hawkinson Carri Hummer Jessi Hummer Jenni Jacka
Welcome, New Volunteers To Houses Megan Carrell, Lynelle Dock, Josie Kennedy, Kayla Love, Nolan Musick, LeRoy Peck, Deja Richardson, and Kendyl Rodman
Heart Beats is published monthly for volunteers of Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Ozarks and The Tooth Truck, Inc. Editor: Staci Jensen The following trademarks used herein are owned by McDonald’s Corporation and its affiliates: McDonald’s, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Ronald McDonald House Charities logo, Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald House logo, Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, RMHC. The Tooth Truck name and logo are owned by The Tooth Truck, Inc.
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RMHC Staff President & CEO Bonnie Keller House Program Director Staci Jensen Tooth Truck Program Director Mindy Muñoz Project Manager Amber Price Assistant to the President Debbie Kinser Development Assistant Kim Booth Administrative Assistant Debbi Gafner
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH House Manager Megan Schussler Associate House Manager Alicia Doran Assistant House Managers Karis Agnew Jacinda Canfield Cassie Franklin Crosby Keller Sara Wikoff Sara Wilken
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY KIDS House Manager Susan Green Associate House Manager Ely Wright Assistant House Managers Amy Crawford Bailey Ghan Josie Greeno Hannah Major Melanie Ward
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY KIDS
November Birthdays
Family Dinner Wise Family & Friends Bill & Andi Wise
When did you start providing meals at the Ronald McDonald House? We started providing meals with the Family Dinner Program at the Mercy House in March of 2016. How did you get involved with the Family Dinner Program? We have supported the Ronald McDonald House through donations for many years. We became involved with the Family Dinner Program after our son and his wife benefited from the Dinner Program when their sons were in the NICU for several weeks after birth. Do you have any favorite memories? We really enjoyed when our Supper Club was able to help us serve dinner at the House at Mercy Kids.
November 2 Adam Greeno Karen Hill Brandon Taylor What is your favorite thing about participating in the Family Dinner Program? Our favorite part about helping with the Family Dinner Program is the satisfaction of providing comfort food for families who are going through a difficult time in their lives.
What would you like to say to other groups who are considering volunteering with the Family Dinner Program? We would say to get involved! It is a very rewarding experience serving for the families, and you won’t regret it.
We love our RMHC family and we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!
The Archer Family The Girlfriends The Glassman Family The Good Family Union Hill Church of Christ Vicki Parsons Open November Dinner Dates: November 25 Open December Dinner Dates: December 18, 20, 23, 24, 29 & 30
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY KIDS Ash Grove UMPC Battlefield UMC Boys & Girls Club Drury Pre-Health Professionals Club East Sunshine Church of Christ Fair Grove NHS Hillcrest Presbyterian Church Houlihan’s Julie Gray and Friends Louise Morgan Mercy 6B Nurses
Mercy College of Nursing Mercy Corporate Health Mercy Imaging Mercy Inpatient Pharmacy MSU Physical Therapy Students MSU Pre-Med Society Mychelle & Jen Parkview HS FCCLA Price Family Rainbow Girls SBU Physical Therapy Students
November 8 Eileen Meinsen November 11 Jan Ricketts November 13 Patti Garretson November 15 Brianna Steiert November 16 Joan Schroeder Meghan Zengel November 18 Alexis Christopher
November 21 Riley Luallin
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH Knights Templar LifeQuest Ragamuffins Lighthouse East Nixa Christian Church Nixa Nazarene Ladies Group Oak Grove Assembly of God OTC ASN Nursing Program Ozark Dialysis Second Baptist Church Sigma Gamma Rho-MSU Southside Church of Christ Springfield Catholic
November 7 Lorinda Rehagen Dr. Howard Shayne
November 19 Julia Kovacs Kendyl Rodman
October Dinner Groups But Love Goes On Forever Cerner Si3 Covenant Presbyterian Crossway Baptist Small Group Early Childhood Shining Stars Program F.R.I.E.N.D.S Small Group Girl Scout Troop #70403 Glendale Christian Church HealthMEDX Just Friends Kettle Cookers Knights of Columbus
November 5 Betty Kniep
Second Baptist Church Small Group The Goldens The Wilson Family Turning Point Church Union Hill Church of Christ Youth United Healthcare Wellington Hills Friends Wise Family & Friends Open December Dinner Dates: December 17, 22, 24, 29, 30 & 31
November 23 Karis Agnew November 24 Dr. Misty Shelton November 27 Abigail Weitzel November 29 Grant Musick November 30 Clayton Keller
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Wish List
Around the Houses Fresh New Look
HAPPY WHEELS WISH LIST
The House near Cox South underwent a landscaping face-lift this fall! With the generous help from Carson’s Nursery and the Cox Hospital Grounds crew, we were able to remove several existing bushes and shrubs, plant multiple new boxwoods, add hydrangeas, re-mulch all landscaping beds and trim existing items. We appreciate the extra efforts and care provided to ensure we have a welcoming “home away from home” for our families and guests!
Small bottles of lotion Mini hand sanitizers Activity books (crossword puzzles, Sudoku, word finder) Small packs of crayons for the activity books Travel manicure sets Chapstick Individual packs of Kleenex Individually packaged snacks (Goldfish, granola bars, Teddy Grahams, gum, mints, Lifesavers, etc.) 12-ounce water bottles
HOUSE AT MERCY KIDS HE Laundry detergent Swiffer liquid Coffee filters Coffee & tea Magic Erasers Labels for food Drink mixes Hygiene products Gallon-size Ziploc bags Laundry baskets Aluminum foil
HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH 8-gallon trash bags Individually wrapped breakfast items White queen deep pocket sheets (fitted and flat) White standard-size pillowcases White bath & hand towels White wash cloths Detergent Stamps 8 1/2 x 11 Paper K-cups Large Tupperware containers
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Third Quarter Hourly Awards The Ronald McDonald Houses are blessed with more than 120 volunteers who generously give their time to support our families and children. The following volunteers have earned an hourly award during the third quarter and we are honored to present them during each volunteers’ shift.
25 HOURS Amber Guilliams Adam Greeno Leslie Hatch Cliff Hill Karen Hill Micca Looney Jordan Looney Beth Mecca Jianna Mills Grant Musick Joe Roushdi Lexi Rawlings Deja Richardson Grace Stagner
50 HOURS
250 HOURS
Alexis Christopher Catelynn Classick Kim Clift Amber Guilliams Krista Mills
Kathy Dennis Gracie Holt Meghan Zengel
100 HOURS Susan Carter Liz Hayes Dearicka Smith Lauren Tiedeman
750 HOURS 750 hours Anne Schubert Karen Taylor
1750 HOURS Amy Grubaugh
3500 HOURS Jan Ricketts
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH
Volunteer Spotlight Susan Carter
Susan Carter is a retired schoolteacher with a servant heart. Her husband works for a local university and her two children are grown; her daughter is married and her son is currently traveling the world! Susan provides front office assistance at the House near Cox South and has been volunteering since August 2015! We appreciate all you do for RMHC, Susan! What is your favorite thing to do (or a couple things) at the House? I enjoy working in the office and helping out with special events. What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I enjoy spending time with my family. I like to read. Do you volunteer anywhere else in the Springfield community? I have volunteered many times in the past through school and church.
How did you learn about the Ronald McDonald House? I learned about RMH through a presentation at the fundraising event “Taste of Adventure.” Do you have any favorite memories? I checked in a family who had a little girl with the same name as my daughter. We became instant buddies. About three or four weeks later, the family was staying at the House again. The little girl remembered me and was looking for me. She was precious.
What do you enjoy most about volunteering with our organization? I like helping out in any way needed. I love when I have the opportunity to interact with the families. I love this organization and the mission. The love and support they extend to the families of hospitalized children is a wonderful thing.
‘Tis the Season As the holiday season approaches, we pause to think about the many families who will spend this special time of year at our Ronald McDonald Houses instead of being surrounded by the familiarity of their own homes. The joy of brightening their lives or easing their load becomes the magic of the holiday season for so many of our volunteers, donors and supporters. We get to witness the spirit of the season as donors adopt rooms through our Heart the Houses campaign, donate holiday gifts for families, deliver baked goods, provide gift cards, prepare home-cooked meals and more. Because of the generosity of so many in our community, we are able to bless families and bring a little more holiday cheer to their lives this season. To find out more about ways you can provide support to our families this holiday season, contact the Ronald McDonald House Program Director, Staci Jensen, at 417.875.3521 or Staci.Jensen@RMHCozarks.org.
Give a Hand November 1-13, 2016
McDonald’s® restaurants throughout the U.S. are hosting a special fundraiser benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities®. From November 1-13, customers will receive a coupon for a FREE fry or hash brown to use on their next visit if a donation is made to RMHC at the time of purchase. McDonald’s will advertise all campaign donations on the windows and walls of their restaurants showing their support for RMHC. This year, the goal is to raise $5 million for Ronald McDonald House Charities Chapters across the country. You can Give A Hand by donating November 1-13 at your local McDonald’s!
Ronald McDonald Houses of the Ozarks HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH STATS September 2016 Families Served........45 Nights................... 266 Families from Missouri..................37 Families from Other States...............8 Year-To-Date Families Served...... 284 Program-to-Date Families Served... 9,540
HOUSE AT MERCY KIDS STATS September 2016 Families Served........47 Nights................... 275 Families from Missouri..................45 Families from Other States...............2 Year-To-Date Families Served...... 332 Program-to-Date Families Served... 1,749
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Heart of the Truck
Megan Blake Samantha Bornaman Neelima Chelliboia Catelynn Classick Olivia Collins Garrett Craigmiles Allie Dunton Matt Freihofer Sophie Harrington Linda Heslin Crosby Keller Alex Krause Connie McCarter Stephanie Miller-Greer Caleb Murray Terre Redmon Ashlee Robinson Micayla Shrimpton Bryson Starkey Adam Stotts Melinda Thurman
Tooth Truck Wish List Action figures Matchbox cars Hair accessories (clips, headbands) Jewelry (necklaces, bracelets) Chapstick Handheld games DVDs for older children Outdoor toys (bubbles, sidewalk chalk, Frisbees, sports balls) Walmart gift cards
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Tooth Talk The Marathon to Confidence By: Emma Davis Recently the Tooth Truck had the pleasure of meeting 8th grader Dorrian at Pipkin Middle School. Dorrian’s mom submitted a Tooth Truck application to the school nurse indicating she had some concerns with his two front teeth. More specifically, she had a fear that her 14-yearold son might never have the confidence to smile again because his two front teeth had been missing for years. She expressed she wanted nothing more than for her son to feel confident in his smile, to feel like he can show the world who he really is, and to be able to express his emotions without fear of judgment or ridicule from his peers. During our recent visit to Pipkin, we met Dorrian and found he was doing a great job of keeping his teeth clean and healthy! He had zero cavities and the Tooth Truck staff was able to provide protective sealants to help keep his smile cavity free. After reviewing his x-rays, it was clear his permanent front teeth were there, but not able to descend on their own. Dorrian’s case would require some specialized care beyond the scope of our services to ensure his teeth would come in correctly. Two special individuals answered the call to make a big difference in Dorrian’s life.
Dorrian’s story spoke strongly to Tooth Truck board members Dr. Chris Meyer of OMS and Dr. Tara Cash of Cash Family Orthodontics. Dr. Meyer offered to expose the teeth so that Dr. Cash can place orthodontic brackets to begin the process of moving the teeth into the correct position—all at no cost to Dorrian’s family. Their generosity will help Dorrian and his mother achieve the dream of watching him smile confidently and show off a new side of himself to his peers, family, and everyone he meets. He will be able to smile with the self-assurance that his two front teeth are front and center, and that his smile reflects the mature young man he is growing into every day. Dr. Cash will continue seeing Dorrian throughout the duration of his orthodontic treatment, which may take years to complete. Often it is said that life is a marathon, not a sprint, or good things come to those who wait. This is just the beginning of Dorrian’s story. He has been waiting for this
Dorrian is ready to embark on a journey to gain confidence in his smile.
opportunity for years, a chance to gain a smile he is proud to display to all he encounters. The Tooth Truck staff is incredibly excited to document his story from start to finish. We feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to connect Dorrian to specialists who can help him embark on this lifechanging journey!
Thank You to Our Community Dentists The Tooth Truck is so grateful for the incredible team of dentists from our community who support our program. They provide their time and expertise to address dental needs for patients consistently throughout the year. Thank you so much for transforming smiles on the Tooth Truck!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile of the Ozarks September 2016 Children Treated............200 Dental Appointments Provided.......................381 Year-to-Date Dental Appointments.............2,374 Program-to-Date Dental Appointments............ 48,607 Program-to-Date Value of Treatments........... $12,233,103
Children Who Received Treatment: Bowerman Elementary, Pipkin Middle School, Watkins Elementary, Weller Elementary and Williams Elementary
VOLUNTEER TIP OF THE MONTH Fall Reminders 1. Reverse ceiling fans so that hot air that rises to the ceiling is pushed back down. This will help keep heating bills lower. 2. You know to clean the lint trap in your dryer, but don’t forget about the back exhaust pipe! 3. Drain gas from your yard equipment to extend the life of your mower/ weed eater. 4. Wrap up and store your outdoor hoses in a dry, indoor location for the winter. 5. Trim your trees to keep any limbs away from your house or driveway. They can be a hazard if they were to fall during winter weather.
STAFF President & CEO Bonnie Keller Sandy Morris, House volunteer, provides helpful tips for everyday needs. Enjoy this month’s Volunteer Tip!
12 oz lean ground beef 14.5 oz can DelMonte diced tomatoes with zesty jalapenos, undrained 1 can black beans 1 cup chopped onion
1 package chili seasoning 1 package Jiffy corn muffin mix 1 egg ½ cup skim milk
General Dentist Dr. Sarah Cimino Community Dentists Dr. Raymond Burton Dr. Aaron Dannegger Dr. Brett Durbin Dr. Blake Keaster Dr. Misty Shelton
MRS. C’S RECIPES Chili Cornbread Bake
Program Director Mindy Muñoz
Healthy Smiles Academy Program Manager Tamara Maddox Office Manager Emma Davis Enjoy wonderful recipes provided by Mrs. Vivian Carissimo, also known as Mrs. C.
Preheat oven to 400º. Brown meat and onions, drain grease. Add tomatoes, chili seasoning and beans, cook five minutes. In a medium bowl, mix corn muffin mix, egg and skim milk; the batter will be lumpy. Pour meat mixture into 8x8 greased pan. Spread corn muffin mixture over meat. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Dental Assistants Megan Lambert Kim Otradovec Part-Time Dental Assistants Kristi Terry
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Southern Living® Cookbooks on Sale Now! Dillard’s at the Battlefield Mall in Springfield is joining stores across the country in offering a special edition of the Southern Living® Christmas Cookbook to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities through their annual holiday fundraiser. Since 1994, Dillard’s has supported RMHC® with a fundraiser benefiting the Ronald McDonald House program. This exclusive, 288-page hardbound cookbook is filled with more than 200 recipes and dozens of decoration ideas for Christmas plus seasonal gatherings. This “must have” cookbook is available for only $10 and is out now in all Dillard’s stores nationwide, as well as online at www.Dillards.com. You may also purchase your book at the Cup O’Cheer Holiday Tea & Market on November 18th at the Diamond Room. Proceeds from the local sale of the cookbooks will benefit Springfield’s two Ronald McDonald Houses.