AMERICAN RED CROSS VOLUNTEERS PRESENT
American Red Cross
October 16 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Come join us and learn how easy and little time it takes to have such an enormous impact on your local community. Hear directly from the volunteers from our five lines of service on why they're so passionate about what they do. Some of the Volunteer Opportunities include disaster response biomed/blood services, services to the armed forces, community outreach, support committees, team leads, warehouse support, financial development support and so many more. Speak directly to the volunteers and staff from each line of service. Ask questions and learn why they are so passionate about what they do. Come experience the mission and find out if the American Red Cross is the right fit for you to volunteer on October 16, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 10195 Corporate Square Drive, St. Louis, MO 63132.
Kristin Pendleton, Kristin.Pendleton@redcross.org, American Red Cross,
314-516-2800, http://www.redcross.org
OPEN HOUSE AND CEREMONY
CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia
October 18 – 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia cordially invites you to attend an Open House and Ceremony for our new, state-of-the-art behavioral health hospital. Meet our staff and learn about our Behavioral Health Programs for adolescents and adults. Thursday, October 18, 2018 Open House: 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Ceremony: 1:30 p.m. Remarks and Welcome: Governor Michael L. Parson and Mayor Brian Treece CenterPonte Hospital of Columbia 1201 International Drive Columbia, Missouri 65202 RSVP: sahunt@cphmo.net or 636-345-6150. Enjoy Barbeque and door prizes.
Sheila Hunt, sahunt@cphmo.net, CenterPointe Hospital, 636-345-6150
CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS LUNCHEON MEETING
COCMA, Brooking Park
November 1 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration for the next COCMA meeting is now open. "Crisis Communications" is the topic of the Thursday, November 1 luncheon meeting, which will begin at 11:30 a.m. sharp (so come at 11 a.m. to network) at Brooking Park, 307 South Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield. New to the industry? Come on by and give it a try. To register, please go to the Calendar section of www.cocma.org -- and we'll see you there.
Jeffrey Waldman, jrwaldman@bethesdahealth.org, Bethesda Health Group,
314-800-1908, www.cocma.org
CAREGIVER AWARD LUNCHEON
VOYCE
November 29
Tickets now on sale for the VOYCE 24th Annual Caregiver Award Luncheon, sponsored by VOYCE STL. Event to be held on Thursday, November 29 with early bird special ending November 9. Join us to honor almost 100 exceptional caregivers in long-term care as they are honored at the Caregiver Awards Luncheon on November 29. Imagine them being recognized in front of 600 people from the local long-term care community. What an incredible way to recognize exceptional caregivers who are providing quality long-term care in long-term care communities, home-based care, hospice and adult day programs. Be sure to save the date and get your tickets today. For more information visit: www.voycestl.org/luncheon , info@voycestl.org or call VOYCE, 314-918-8222
Mary Lynn Faunda Donovan, mlfdonovan@voycestl.org, VOYCE, 314-918-8222,
www.voycestl.org
JOINT WORKSHOPS
St. Louis County Library Headquarters East Room
Free Joint Workshops for Individuals living with Alzheimer's, Dementia and/or Memory Loss and their Caregivers held at St. Louis County Library Headquarters East Room, 1640 South Lindbergh Blvd.
Ann Marie Mohr, projectpresentstl@gmail.com, Project Present, 314-749-8302,
www.projectpresent.org
NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
CenterPointe Hospital
CenterPointe Hospital is proud to announce Scott Williams as its new Chief Executive Officer. Over the past twenty years, Williams has held corporate and senior executive level positions in several prestigious behavioral health companies with multi-state, multi-facility operations. He has provided leadership in treatment facilities serving a wide range of inpatient and outpatient treatment programs for all age groups. Williams is highly regarded as an innovative and effective leader and a change agent, with extensive experience in working with leadership teams to develop efficient and successful businesses. CenterPointe Hospital is fortunate to have a Chief Executive Officer who brings to its senior management team and staff a depth and breadth of experience and leadership in behavioral health treatment. Scott also is a strong community advocate for mental health and addiction treatment and works closely with community partners to provide quality continuum of treatment services. Scott earned an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Masters in Business Administration. He is experienced in financial management, efficiency, leadership, performance improvement, and compliance.
Sheila Hunt, sahunt@cphmo.net, CenterPointe Hospital, 636-477-2175,
www.centerpointehospital.com
CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS SERVING SENIORS
Home Instead Senior Care St. Peters
Mark and Angie Adkisson, owners of Home Instead Senior Care St. Peters, just celebrated five years serving seniors in the St. Charles County area! We look forward to many more years of service. If you need non-medical, in-home care for a senior loved one, or are interested in a rewarding career as a caregiver, give our office a call at 636-477-6025 or visit https://www.homeinstead.com/782/home-care-jobs
Laura McCoy, laura.mccoy@homeinstead.com, Home Instead Senior Care,
636-477-6025, www.homeinstead.com/782
NATURALIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR ELDERLY LEGAL IMMIGRANTS
Bilingual International Assistant Services
We are pleased to announce that our Naturalization Assistance for Elderly Legal Immigrants and Elderly Refugees has been reinstated, and we are currently enrolling participants. Many older foreign-born adults struggle disproportionately with the citizenship process and fail to secure the benefits and protections thereof. Our long-running and highly successful program works with participants who are or have been unable to benefit from classroom instruction. Eligible participants will be 60 or older, have resided in Missouri for 5 years or more, and have Lawful Permanent Resident status. Program assists with citizenship filings, waivers, interpretation, intensive 1:1 citizenship and English tutoring, Medicare benefits or education (as applicable), and representation at USCIS by Department of Justice accredited representatives. Most services can be delivered directly in participant homes. Contact us for more information at admin@bilingualstl.org or 314-645-7800, ext. 203.
Jason Baker, jason.baker@bilingualstl.org, Bilingual International Assistant Services
314-645-7800, www.bilingualstl.org
VETERAN HOME CARE PROVIDER
Care Solutions In-Home Service, LLC
Care Solutions In-Home Services LLC is now contracted to provide home care to Veterans in St. Louis and the surrounding counties through the Veterans Choice Program Provider Agreement. We also service Veterans or their surviving spouse through the Aid and Attendance Benefit Program. If you are a Veteran in need of quality home care services, contact our office at 314-289-9990. Let us be your Care Solution.
Kasan Moorehead, kmoorehead@caresolutionsihs.com, Care Solutions In-Home Services LLC, 314-289-9990, www.CareSolutionsIHS.com
LONG-TERM AND SHORT-TERM CARE AND REHAB, RESPITE, HOSPICE
West County Care Center
West County Care Center offers long term care, short term rehab, respite, hospice, and day care services. We also accept some Private Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid/Medicaid pending. If interested in placement, please call Rachel Hardin or Natalie Jordan at 636-391-0666 to schedule a tour.
Natalie Jordan, njordan@wccc.comm-care.com, West County Care Center,
636-391-0666, http://comm-care.com/
SENIOR CARE AUTHORITY ST. LOUIS BRANCH OPENING
Senior Care Authority
Senior Care Authority (SCA) would like to announce the opening of its St. Louis branch. SCA is a full-service residential placement and eldercare consulting agency. We help families through the transition from home to assisted living/memory care, navigate the healthcare system with you, accompany you on tours of communities, advocate for seniors, and we are there on move-in day & beyond. Our placement services are at no cost to families and our passion is to keep seniors safe and their families less-stressed. Contact Erin Dwyer, area co-owner & operator, at 314-451-2255 or visit our website www.seniorcare-stlouis.com
Erin Dwyer, erin@seniorcareauthority.com, Senior Care Authority, 314-451-2255,
www.seniorcare-stlouis.com
ALZHEIMER’S FRIENDLY BUSINESS TRAINING
Home Instead Senior Care
Home Instead Senior Care St. Peters would like to recognize the St. Charles County Library District for completing their second Alzheimer's Friendly Business training with Laura McCoy, making sure their staff is prepared to deal with library patrons exhibiting signs of Alzheimer's and other dementia. Thank you, SCCLD. If your business would like to be certified as Alzheimer's Friendly, you can complete the free online training at alzheimersfriendlybusiness.com or email Laura at laura.mccoy@homeinstead.com for in-person training at no charge.
Laura McCoy, laura.mccoy@homeinstead.com, Home Instead Senior Care,
636-477-6025, www.homeinstead.com/782
MILITARY WEBSITE NEW OWNERS
St. Louis, MO Veterans Home Care, LLC
www.miltaryconnection.com
Owners of Veterans Home Care, LLC acquire popular military website St. Louis, MO–Veterans Home Care owners, Bonnie and Howard Laiderman, proudly announce the recent acquisition of www.militaryconnection.com, a division of Gregory Media, Inc., to offer a greater range of opportunities and broaden their efforts in helping more veterans, active military, and their families. www.militaryconnection.com is one of the most comprehensive online directories of resources and information for military, veterans, and their loved ones. It’s currently ranked number 26 on the Top 60 Military Websites and Blogs to Follow in 2018 and also named as one of the Top 100 Employment Web Sites by Weddles LLC. Since 2003, Veterans Home Care has pioneered a unique service model targeted nationwide to 65+ aged veterans or their surviving spouses eligible for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Pension with Aid and Attendance called the VetAssist Program. “We have been looking for strategic ways to broaden our reach, and Militaryconnection.com was an immediate interest of ours,” said Ms. Laiderman. “It’s a great way for us to expand and connect with active military families as well as veterans and leverage our infrastructure to provide additional value throughout their lives.”
David Laiderman, david@hungrymedia.com, BL, LLC (DBA Military Connection),
814-777-1373, www.militaryconnection.com
LUNCH, DINNER OR HAPPY HOUR
Copia Clayton
Copia Clayton at 7822 Bonhomme Ave. is now open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, also happy hour every day Monday through Friday 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. We offer a retail wine list with great food and just a place to hang out. Hopefully we will see you soon.
amer hawatmeh, amer@copiaurbanwinery.com, Copia, 314-241-9463,
www.copiaclayton.com
PERSONAL CONSCIERGE SERVICE COMPANY
Unyque, LLC
The company you’ve always dreamed of is here. We know that life in the 21st century can be stressful and demanding - and we’re here to assist you with the things that are binding you down. Unyque is a one of a kind Personal Concierge Service Company, providing all the affordable services that you've been looking for. Giving you a great experience. Services provide include: errand Services (drop off and pick up alterations and dry-cleaning), grocery shopping, home management, home organization, house sitting, personal assistant, tech support, transportation, travel arrangements and much more. Our service is available to small businesses, senior citizens, disabled, veterans, new moms and parents. To learn more, give us a call 314722-5952 Monday thru Friday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or email us at unyquepa@gmail.com Thanks.
Diann Lewis, unyquepa@gmail.com, Unyque LLC, 314-722-5952,
www.unyquepa.wixsite.com/unique
NEW EYEGLASS MOUNTED TECHNOLOGY FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired introduces new eyeglass mounted technology to St. Louis. The Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired announces the introduction of OrCam MyEye a new wearable device that mounts on glasses, receives visual information and speaks to the wearer, recognizes products and identifies faces. The Orcam is now available exclusively at the Society. According to David Ekin, President of the Society, “This device makes the world of difference for those who have limited vision. We are excited to introduce this remarkable device which interprets visual information using a smart camera mounted on the frames of the wearer’s eyeglasses and allows them to instantly and discreetly read their mail, newspapers and magazines, restaurant menus, even recognize faces and objects, opening up a whole new world! This only adds to the many options we offer for those with low vision”. OrCam is available for demonstration, training and purchase through the Society. The price for the base reader only is $2,500 or $3,500 ($4,500 wireless) for a device with all options. Anyone needing the Society’s services, including the OrCam demonstration, may visit www.slsbvi.org or call the Society’s office at 314-968-9000.
David Ekin, davide@slsbvi.org, Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired,
314-968-9000, www.slsbvi.org
EDUCATIONAL, ENRICHMENT, AND WELLNESS COURSES
Hilltop House
Hilltop House brings a variety of educational, enrichment and wellness courses to the St. Louis region. Hilltop House is open and ready to serve those looking to promote their mental, emotional and physical wellness in the Greater St. Louis Region. Bringing a taste of East and West coast wellness centers to the Midwest, founder Maria Gianino is proud to share these offerings. One and two-day caregiver retreats will be offered as well as workshops and classes on stress management, mental health and wellness, yoga, healthy cooking and more. For more information contact maria@hilltophousestl.com, call 314-412-6098 or visit our website at www.hilltophousestl.com
Maria Gianino, maria@hilltophousestl.com, Hilltop House, 314-412-6098,
www.hilltophousestl.com
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Independent Transportation Network (ITN) Gateway
ITN Gateway is providing transportation services for those age 60+ and those who are visually impaired (age 21+) in a defined area within St. Louis County. Independent Transportation Network (ITN) is a national non-profit transportation system in existence for over 20 years with an affiliate in St. Charles Co for 8 years. It will serve these zip codes in STL County: 63005, 63011, 63017, 63105, 63117, 63124, 63130, 63131, 63132, 63141, 63143, 63144, 63146. Individuals submit an application with an administration fee of $50 or $75 per couple and are provided rides to anywhere they want to go within the service area for any reason, 24/7 at a cost of only $1.50 per mile with a $2.50 pick-up fee. No money ever exchanges hands with the drivers. ITN utilizes volunteer drivers to provide affordable, high-quality, door-through-door and arm-through-arm services. Drivers are screened with a criminal background check and motor-vehicle check and are thoroughly interviewed, screened and trained. Volunteers can earn credits that other family members or friends can use for ITN’s services or can get reimbursed for mileage. To volunteer or sign up for the service call 314-724-2117 or e-mail info@itngateway.org
Libbey Tucker, libbey.tucker@gmail.com, 314-724-2117, www.itngateway.org
MISSOURI BUDGET RESOURCES
Missouri Budget Project
The Missouri Budget Project has created a new resource to help you more easily navigate the state budget process and advocate for services that support older Missourians. "Budget Basics: Community Services for Seniors & People with Disabilities" can be found at http://www.mobudget.org/budget-basics-community-services-for-seniors-people-with-disabilities/. For more information or to request a presentation please contact Lindsey Baker at lbaker@mobudget.org.
Lindsey Baker, lbaker@mobudget.org, Missouri Budget Project, 816-349-0370,
www.mobudget.org
FREE LOANS FOR HOME HEALTH EQUIPMENT
St. Louis HELP Website
Wednesday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
St. Louis HELP has New Website For free loans of home health equipment – from manual and electric wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, crutches, canes, hospital beds, lift chairs and more – visit the new website of The St. Louis Health Equipment Lending Program (St. Louis HELP) at https://www.stlhelp.org The new website explains how the nonprofit organization provides free loans of home health devices to anyone recovering from accidents, illness and surgery, including children, senior citizens and people who are disabled. The not-for-profit organization founded in 2008 serves more than 6,000 people a year in metro St. Louis with free loans of home medical equipment. Our free lending warehouse is open Wednesday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the St. Louis suburb of Olivette. To learn more about St. Louis Help see http://www.stlhelp.org or call 314-567-4700 to discuss any needs for home medical
Jeff Dunlap, jmdpr2@gmail.com, St. Louis HELP Warehouse, 314-567-4700, www.stlhelp.org/equipmentloans
MILITARY VETERAN BENEFIT OPTIONS
National Council for Aging
National Council for Aging Care's guide concerning Military Veteran Benefit Options can be found at http://www.aging.com/complete-guide-for-veteran-seniors/
Carolina Gerard, Outreach Intern, carolina@aging.com, National Council for Aging Care, 1530 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209
OUTPATIENT OSTOMY CLINIC
Mercy Outpatient Ostomy Clinic
Monday thru Friday – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mercy Hyberbarics and Wound Care has started an Outpatient Ostomy Clinic at the Studt Avenue location. The clinic offers education and support services aimed at improving the quality of life for patients who have had or are going to have ostomy surgery. The goal is to help prepare patients to adapt to life with their ostomy and return to their normal activities as soon as possible. Mercy Outpatient Ostomy Clinic is staffed by certified ostomy care nurses and nurses specially trained in the care and management of an ostomy. We provide a full range of services for patients with an ostomy, as well as fistula wound management. The clinic is located at 11700 Studt Avenue, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 and is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call 314-989-1181 to set up your appointment today.
Lisa Hezel, lisa.hezel@mercy.net, Mercy Hyperbarics and Wound Care St. Louis,
314-989-1181, https://www.mercy.net/practice/mercy-hyperbaric-and-wound-care-studt-avenue
EVELYN’S HOUSE HELPS MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT AT END OF LIFE
Barnes-Jewish County Hospital Hospice House
Evelyn’s House helps ‘make every moment count’ at end of life. New BJC hospice house in Creve Coeur offers compassionate care for adults, teens, children and families. Evelyn’s House, the new BJC hospice house, located on the campus of Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital in Creve Coeur, MO, is open and accepting patients. With 16 beds, the spacious 18,000-square-foot ranch style house, offers a full array of services and support for adults, children and their families. Features include: 16 private guest suites for adults, teens and children, walkout patio from every suite, Hospice-specialized care team, family gathering spaces with overnight accommodations, dedicated music and expressive therapy rooms, family kitchen and café, meditation room and gardens, kids and teen activity room, with a salon and spa. For more information call 314-996-8100 or visit www.bjchospice.org/evelynshouse
Cara Lotspeich, cara.lotspeich@bjc.org, BJC Hospice, 314-273-0759, www.bjchospice.org
OFFICIAL INSTALLER FOR VETERAN’S ADMINISTRATION RAMPS
Promise Home Works
Promise Home Works, a veteran-owned and VA Certified Contractor, has achieved accreditation status by Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) and was awarded the contract as the official installer for VA ramps in the St. Louis and surrounding area.
Lynn Potts, lynn@promisehomeworks.com, Promise Home Works, 314-494-4940, www.promisehomeworks.com