As you are aware, Pioneer Center for Human Services along with every other service provider in the State has been greatly affected by the cuts in funding to human services by the state of Illinois. While some funding has been temporarily restored for the time being, we have been informed by our state funding entities that there will be changes in how services will be funded in the near future. First and foremost, we will only be given funding for those clients that have been approved for services under the state of Illinois Medicaid Waiver program; and the funding for Waiver services is limited.
Our first meeting will be Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 at 6 p.m. at the Shah Center in McHenry, located at 4100 W. Shamrock Lane, directly off Route 31, just north of Pioneer Center and learn about the Illinois Waiver programs and how to have your family member/ward approved. At this meeting, presenters from Pioneer Center and Options & Advocacy will be there to answer your questions about the Medicaid application process.
In order to ensure enough seating, please RSVP to Jason Clark jclark@pioneercenter.org <mailto:jclark@pioneercenter.org> or 815-759-7030 or Cindy Sullivan cindy.sullivan@opad.org <mailto:cindy.sullivan@opad.org> or 815-477-4720 no later than Tuesday, October 6.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Pay Attention - Funding will be an issue for YOU!!!
Funding is a Hot Topic and you need to pay attention!
ALL OF EDS THIS MEANS YOU!!!!
As you know, there was a lot of activity at the state level about funding, and the was
a breath of relief when funds were restored for the grant programs.
However, the funding was only reinstated until the last day of December of 2009. In order to keep dollars coming into the program, there will be a funding conversion to a
Medicaid waiver program.
This mean, the individuals attending program in the Pioneer Central building , need to become Medicaid waiver eligible. (*yes, there are a few exceptions and you know who you are!)
This will take several steps, but let's get one piece done at at time!
So step one, is to be on Medicaid.
If you have Medicaid, GREAT! Send a current copy in right away for the file ASAP!
If not, get the process going!!!!
If you need help, there is a meeting on October 7th at 6 pm at the SHAW center that you can attend. See post for more details!
NO MCC FRIDAY OCT. 9th
EDS will NOT be having Classes at MCC on Friday Oct. 9th.
Classes will be held at Pioneer Center.
Any questions feel free to call Britt or Rachel at 815-759-7180.
Terrie House Warming Party
What: Terrie recently moved into a Pioneer group home and is working towards her independence. We are having a House Warming Party for her.
Where: Silver Creek Townhome, Woodstock, IL
When: Tuesday October 6th.
How: Staff will provide transportation to Silver Creek in Woodstock.
We will leave Pioneer around 10:30 and return around 1:30 for everyone to catch their busses home.
Please Bring a 2-Liter of Pop or a bag of chips to share.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
DIABETIC RETINOPATHY/MACULAR DEGENERATION
FREE
DIABETIC RETINOPATHY/MACULAR DEGENERATION
EYE SCREENING
Diabetic Retinopathy is the leading cause of new blindness in adults in America today. Diabetic Retinopathy can have devastating visual consequences and can lead to blindness. Without a doubt, early detection greatly enhances the visual prognosis and outcome for all patients with Diabetic Retinopathy and other retinal diseases. The purpose of the Diabetic Eye Program is to provide communities throughout the State with a method for early detection of Diabetic Retinopathy and other retinal diseases, including Macular Degeneration.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, you should contact your eye care professional as quickly as possible: blurring vision, distorted vision, double vision, darkened or reduced vision. Any one of these symptoms can be an indication of Diabetic Retinopathy or one of the complications from it.
The Lions of Illinois Foundation along with the Illinois Retina Associates, S.C., in conjunction with the Johnsburg Lions Club, is providing an entirely FREE screening to anyone who has diabetes, a family history of diabetes, or is 55 years old and older and would like to have a picture taken of their eyes to check for this problem. This screening will be taking place on September 25, 2009 from 9:00 to 1:00 at the Johnsburg Village Hall 1515 Channel Beach Avenue. The Foundation will take the photographs and then they will be forwarded to Illinois Retina Associates, S. C. where they will be reviewed by one of their retinal specialists. The person who has had the screening test done will be notified with a copy of the results.
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Lion John Smidl at 815-344-4265.
DIABETIC RETINOPATHY/MACULAR DEGENERATION
EYE SCREENING
Diabetic Retinopathy is the leading cause of new blindness in adults in America today. Diabetic Retinopathy can have devastating visual consequences and can lead to blindness. Without a doubt, early detection greatly enhances the visual prognosis and outcome for all patients with Diabetic Retinopathy and other retinal diseases. The purpose of the Diabetic Eye Program is to provide communities throughout the State with a method for early detection of Diabetic Retinopathy and other retinal diseases, including Macular Degeneration.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, you should contact your eye care professional as quickly as possible: blurring vision, distorted vision, double vision, darkened or reduced vision. Any one of these symptoms can be an indication of Diabetic Retinopathy or one of the complications from it.
The Lions of Illinois Foundation along with the Illinois Retina Associates, S.C., in conjunction with the Johnsburg Lions Club, is providing an entirely FREE screening to anyone who has diabetes, a family history of diabetes, or is 55 years old and older and would like to have a picture taken of their eyes to check for this problem. This screening will be taking place on September 25, 2009 from 9:00 to 1:00 at the Johnsburg Village Hall 1515 Channel Beach Avenue. The Foundation will take the photographs and then they will be forwarded to Illinois Retina Associates, S. C. where they will be reviewed by one of their retinal specialists. The person who has had the screening test done will be notified with a copy of the results.
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Lion John Smidl at 815-344-4265.
penguin walk!
Anyone at work can help reduce slips, trips, and fall hazards through safer work practices.
Slips, trips, and falls remain are largest cause of accidents at Pioneer Center and with education, we can prevent many of these unfortunate events.
On Thursday October 1st, we are having a mandatory training for all day program, administration, and community staff (Dayton Street based employees) which will be provided by our Risk Management team. Trainings are at 2pm and 3pm in the training rooms. Please contact Lisa Mitchell to register for one of these trainings. Clients are welcome to come.
Remember-the safest walk is the penguin walk!
Sandra F. Salgado MA, PHR
Director of Human Resources
Slips, trips, and falls remain are largest cause of accidents at Pioneer Center and with education, we can prevent many of these unfortunate events.
On Thursday October 1st, we are having a mandatory training for all day program, administration, and community staff (Dayton Street based employees) which will be provided by our Risk Management team. Trainings are at 2pm and 3pm in the training rooms. Please contact Lisa Mitchell to register for one of these trainings. Clients are welcome to come.
Remember-the safest walk is the penguin walk!
Sandra F. Salgado MA, PHR
Director of Human Resources
Please check us out! We’ve now joined the social network of Facebook. This will allow our “fans” who want to know more about Pioneer and the programs and services we offer, become a volunteer or be the first to know about our fundraising events and breaking news.
Find us on Facebook. Become a “fan” and help spread the news. (If you are on Facebook, you’ll have to do this from home as we don’t have access here at work!)
FYI – You want to become a FAN not a FRIEND (FANS are for businesses and FRIENDS are for personal Facebook accounts.
Barb Swanson
815.759.7144 fax: 815.759.7098
http://www.pioneercenter.org/
Visit www.pioneercenter.org/events for information regarding the 4th Annual Holiday Luncheon & Book Review fundraiser on Dec. 1, 2009.
Find us on Facebook. Become a “fan” and help spread the news. (If you are on Facebook, you’ll have to do this from home as we don’t have access here at work!)
FYI – You want to become a FAN not a FRIEND (FANS are for businesses and FRIENDS are for personal Facebook accounts.
Barb Swanson
815.759.7144 fax: 815.759.7098
http://www.pioneercenter.org/
Visit www.pioneercenter.org/events for information regarding the 4th Annual Holiday Luncheon & Book Review fundraiser on Dec. 1, 2009.
Pioneer Nurses Flu Letter
September 23, 2009
With flu season coming we all have responsibilities to maintain our health. The Department of Human Services from Illinois as well as the McHenry County Health Department is asking all of us to help keep the spread of the flu to a minimum.
We are asking everyone that comes to Pioneer to be aware of the 3 C’s
Clean as in clean hands/body/environment, good hand washing before eating, after using the bathroom, and after working. Staff will be assisting clients by reminding them to wash their hands and overseeing if necessary.
Corner as in “cornering your cough”. Sneezing and coughing into our sleeves or elbows keeps the spray of germs to a minimum. You can assist by modeling at home. Staff here will be modeling and reinforcing that maneuver as well.
Contain, that is if the client is sick, they must stay home to contain the infection. If fever, body aches, excessive coughing, sneezing, or lethargy are present, flu is suspected. DO NOT bring them to Pioneer Center. Please call your doctor for instructions. They may be tested for the flu or put on certain medications to lessen the duration of the illness. Anyone who exhibits these symptoms will be sent home.
Clients may return to workshop if released by their doctor to return to work.
Thank you
Pioneer Nurses
With flu season coming we all have responsibilities to maintain our health. The Department of Human Services from Illinois as well as the McHenry County Health Department is asking all of us to help keep the spread of the flu to a minimum.
We are asking everyone that comes to Pioneer to be aware of the 3 C’s
Clean as in clean hands/body/environment, good hand washing before eating, after using the bathroom, and after working. Staff will be assisting clients by reminding them to wash their hands and overseeing if necessary.
Corner as in “cornering your cough”. Sneezing and coughing into our sleeves or elbows keeps the spray of germs to a minimum. You can assist by modeling at home. Staff here will be modeling and reinforcing that maneuver as well.
Contain, that is if the client is sick, they must stay home to contain the infection. If fever, body aches, excessive coughing, sneezing, or lethargy are present, flu is suspected. DO NOT bring them to Pioneer Center. Please call your doctor for instructions. They may be tested for the flu or put on certain medications to lessen the duration of the illness. Anyone who exhibits these symptoms will be sent home.
Clients may return to workshop if released by their doctor to return to work.
Thank you
Pioneer Nurses
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Grants Job Party
Grant's Super Duper Job Party
Grant got a job all on his own working at the Red Tail Golf Course.
We are going to have a party to celebrate this awsome accomplishment!!!
When: Friday Sept. 25th
Where: MCC Room D152
What: We will be playing games and having cupcakes.
Please join us to Celebrate with Grant!!!!
Sandy's Job Party
What: Sandra got a job at Portillos. We are going to celebrate by having Ice cream sundaes.
When: Tuesday September 15th, 1:00-2:00
How: Everyone that wishes to enjoy with us should bring in $2.oo.
Where: EDS classroom.
Please join us to celebrate Sandra's Success!!!!!
We are so Proud of you.
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