Meeting Minutes – August 20, 2012

Jefferson County Community Forum

Meeting Minutes – August 20, 2012

Attendees:

Debby Campbell, Get Healthy DeSoto

Diane Garritson, MEAAA Practicum Student

Josh Henry, Jefferson County Library – Arnold

Doug Over, Double Eagle Associates

Stephanie Paul, Mid-East Area Agency on Aging

Molly Pfeiffer, Jefferson County Library – Northwest

Kristine Ruth, MO Department of Corrections

Amber Simmons, Living Well Foundation

Molly Pfeiffer:

Library Books On Your eReader.  eBooks classes at Jefferson County Library -  Northwest Branch.  eBooks on an iPad, 8/27, 1:30pm-3:00pm.  Nook, 8/28, 9:30am-11:00am.  Kindle, 8/29, 9:30am-11:00am.  Almost Everything Else, 8/30, 1:30pm-3:00pm.  Registration required, contact 636-677-8186 or email mpfeiffer@jeffcolib.org.

AARP Driver’s Safety Training Course.  9/14, 10:00am-2:00pm.  $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members.  Sign-up is required.

Women’s Auto-Immune Disease Support Group meets 9/15, 2:00pm-4:00pm.

Amber Simmons:

Living Well Foundation $6,000 Cash Raffle.  Tickets are $25.  Raffle drawing will take place at golf tournament on 8/24.  For more information contact Allison, 636-674-5014 or allison@livingwellvillage.org.

Fall Into New Habits Community Weight Loss Challenge.  Get fit to win cash.  Duration is 12 weeks beginning 9/17, cost is $25.  Weekly activities, nutrition info from registered dietician, 1 week pass to Snap Fitness.  For more information or to register contact Allison, 636-674-5014 or allison@livingwellvillage.org.

Race to Your Health.  5k Run/Walk & Virtual Fun Run benefits the Living Well Foundation.  10/6, 9:00am, Corner of Old Lemay Ferry  Rd. and Lions Den Rd, Imperial.  Shirts provided and awards given.  Registration fees apply.  Contact Amber Simmons, 636-674-5014 or amber@livingwellvillage.org

Josh Henry:

Free library services for military members and families at Jefferson County Library.  Free faxing service, computer/internet access, and Skype conferencing.  Military ID must be presented.

Adult Programs at Arnold Library – Register for all programs.  Common Running Injuries: Prevention and Treatment. 9/17, 6:00pm-7:00pm.  Symptoms, causes, prevention, and treatment of 6 most common running injuries.

Stamp Up Some Greeting Cards!  9/26, 6:00pm.  We will be making 3 cards for Halloween, Fall, and Christmas.  Supplies provided, $10 fee.

AARP Driver Safety Course.  10/25, 1:00pm-5:00pm.  $12 for AARP members, $14 non-members.  Refresher course for defensive driving, new traffic laws, safety equipment, and handling problem situations.

Stephanie Paul:

Caregiver Support Group for individuals providing unpaid care to a disabled or aging loved one.  Facilitated by MEAAA staff.  Meets second Tuesday each month, 2:00pm-3:30pm at Northwest Jefferson County Senior Resource Center, 6180 Highway MM, House Springs, 63051.  636-253-0558, www.mideastaaa.org

Volunteer opportunities for Meals on Wheels, front desk/clerical, kitchen, cleaning, and activities, and more.  Opportunities available M-F for as little as 1 day/week.  Mileage reimbursement available. Call 636-207-0847 ext. 114.

Senior Companions Program.  For seniors who want to help and provide companionship for other, homebound seniors.  Stipend and training available.  Contact Lisa, 636-207-0847.

Debby Campbell:

De Soto Farmer’s Market will be open Labor Day Weekend, 9/1, 8:00am-12:00pm.

Fall Festival – De Soto Farmer’s Market will partner with De Soto Chamber of Commerce, moving to Walther Park for 1 day, 9/15.  Special hours 9:00am-3:00pm. 

Celebrate Our Heritage at the De Soto Farmer’s Market, 9/22.  Specialty artisans and demonstrations include broommaking, blacksmithing, basketweaving, crochet, tatting, and spinning.  Civil War re-enactment demonstrations with the Sons of Union Veterans.

New website – www.gethealthydesoto.org

Doug Over:

ABCs of Family Finance be held at Twin Rivers Worship Center (10575 Tesson Ferry Rd, 63128, 314-729-0704).  12-week class, no pre-registration required.  Contact: Doug Over 636-296-0535, doug.over@att.net

Kristine Ruth:

Taking information for any volunteer opportunities with local organizations for felony parolees.  Contact 636-789-3392, kristine.ruth@doc.mo.gov.

-Josh Henry

Meeting Minutes – April 16th, 2012

Jefferson County Community Forum
Meeting Minutes – April 16th, 2012

Attendees:
Meredith McCarthy – Jefferson County Library Arnold
Erin Benz – DRA
Missy Waldman – Legal Services of Eastern MO
Stephanie Paul – Mid-East Area Agency on Aging
Doug Over – Double Eagle Associates
Debby Campbell – Get Healthy DeSoto
Kathy Manegre – Children’s Division
Victoria Gallagher Cummings – Friends of Festus Public Library
Amber Simmons – Living Well Village
Sandy Nappier – Jefferson College
Loetta Blair – JFCAC
Mary Roux – JFCAC

Jefferson County Library Arnold
AARP Driver Safety Course April 19th 1-5pm $12 for members, $14 for non
members. Course will help seniors drive defensively and can result in insurance
discount. For more info contact Myra Hill 636-296-2204.
Migraines Info Program April 30th 6:30-8:30pm. Dr. Hill will discuss migraine causes
and treatments. For more info contact Myra Hill 636-296-2204.
Ladies Party April 21st 2-7pm at Bi-State Landscape Supply 3112 Pleasant View Dr.
High Ridge, MO 63049. Wine Tasting, Living Music, Massage! Proceeds benefit
JCL Foundation.

DRA
Missouri State Independent Living Council’s Public Forum will be held April 24th at
1pm at DRA office at 420 S. Truman Blvd. Crystal City. Looking for members from
community to participate in public forum regarding MOSILC 5 year plan. For more
info contact Nancy Pope at 636-931-7696.
DRA will be moving to new facility located on N. Truman Blvd near Shop N Save in
the near future.
Legal Services of Eastern MO
Advocates for Family Health/Medicaid Coverage Ombudsman. Contact
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri regarding Medicaid Coverage issues.
mcwaldman@lsem.org 314-256-8767.

Mid-East Area Agency on Aging
Caregiver Support group 2pm - 2nd Tuesday every month at NW Jeffco Senior
Resource Center. 6180 Hwy MM, House Springs. Open to any family caregiver
needing support or resources. Contact Stephanie Paul for more info – 636-253-0558.
Know the 10 Signs education event at Quad Cities Senior Center April 17th 10-

11:30am. RSVP to Alzheimer’s Association 1-800-272-3900
Care Consultation Day, April 24th at Festus First United Methodist Church. Helps
families affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia make an action plan for the future.
RSVP to Alzheimer’s Association 1-800-272-3900
Women’s Health Fair May 16th 9am-1pm at Northwest Jeffco Senior Resource
Center, 6180 Hwy MM, House Springs. To RSVP for lunch call 636-677-4578.
Legal and Financial Planning workshop May 16th after Women’s Health fair, 1-
2:30pm. RSVP to Alzheimer’s Association 1-800-272-3900

Double Eagle Associates
ABCs of Family Finance program will be held at Jefferson Co. Library Northwest on
April 23rd at 6:30.
ABCs of Family Finance program will be held at Jefferson Co. Library Arnold on
May 21st at 6:30.

Get Healthy DeSoto
DeSoto Farmer’s Market, April 21st and April 28th , Bedding plant sales 12-4pm and
Free Garden pest seminars by the Bug Doctor 1pm & 2pm
Tractor Parade Main Street - April 21st 10am
DeSoto Farmer’s Market Grand Opening May 5th. Meet Me At The Market 8-
12. Live Music, Kids Corner, open to service organizations to highlight programs.
Contact Debby for more info – 636-586-4570.

Friends of Festus Public Library
Raise money for the library at the Book Sale April 27th 9-5 and April 28th 9-12.
Library holding Child’s Bike Raffle Fundraiser
Holistic Health talk from local health food store April 17th 7-8pm
Contact Victoria for more information – 636-937-8465

Living Well Village
WIT Weekend May 5-6 - WIT Weekend is a weight loss program in weekend
format to underserved and disadvantaged families. The Wellness in Teens,
Wellness in Tweens and Wellness in Tots is designed to create healthier family
units through lifestyle choices. It is the belief of the Foundation “When you know
better, you can do better”
Living Well Foundation $6000 Cash Raffle fundraiser. 1st prize $4000, 2nd prize
$1000, 3rd prize $500. Seller of 1st prize ticket wins $500. Raffle tickets are $25
each. Raffle drawing will take place at Golf Tournament on August 24th.
Jump Start to Living Well – health related items for purchase. Kids Aerobic
Exercise DVD - $20. Kids Step & Stretch DVD - $20. Pedometer - $20. Camp
Jump Start Cookbook - $15. Yellow “Choosing to Live Well” Bracelet - $5.
Contact Living Well Foundation – 636-674-5014.

Jefferson College
WIA Programs for employment and training are taking applications for adult and
youth programs for employment and tuition assistance.

Free workshops available at the MO Arnold Career Center 636-287-8909. No sign up
required. Call for schedule of workshops.
Comtrea to hold Fashion Show to benefit Women’s Shelter. Sunday April 22nd
12:30-4:30. Viking Conference center in Crestwood. $40 per ticket. To benefit the
shelter and programs for victims of domestic violence.

JFCAC
Applications are now being taken for early and regular headstart.
Applications are being taken for Winter Emergency Crisis Fund energy assistance
program until May 31st. Must have shut off notice.
Applications are being taken for Weatherization Program.
Health and Education Back to School Fair will be held at Jefferson College Field
House on August 5th. Accepting donations of school supplies for low income
children. Contact JFCAC for more information – 636-789-2686