Meeting Minutes - May 20, 2013

Jefferson County Community Forum - Minutes

May 20, 2013

In Attendance:

Erin Benz, Disabilities Resource Association

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

Mary Tinsley, Representative Blaine Luetkemeyer’s Office

Missy Waldman, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri

Molly Pfeiffer:

• Next month’s meeting will be at MEAAA in House Springs. 
• Directions (from Stephanie Paul): From Hwy 21/Hwy 55, exit Hwy MM towards House Springs.  NW Early Childhood and Senior Resource Center is on left, 3 mi. from Hwy 21.  From Hwy 30, turn on Hwy MM and House Springs.  Center is on right, 2.5 mi. from Hwy 30.  Park in gravel lot and enter side door.
• There will be no forum meeting in July

• Planning for College. 5/29, 6-7:30pm.  Jefferson College admissions staff will answer general questions about preparing for college, and specific questions about Jefferson College.  Sign-up required
• Free Computer Classes. Various dates and times in June.  Sign up by calling 636-677-8186
• Free Cholesterol and Glucose Testing.  6/12, 8:30am-11am.  Free tests, no strings attached.  Call 1-888-457-5203 to make an appointment and for more information
• Healthy Eating on a Budget. 6/24, 6-7pm.  Jefferson County Health Department will talk about how families can eat healthily while sticking to a budget.  Sign-up in advance

Josh Henry:

• Kids and Teens Summer Reading Programs.  June and July.  Sign up to participate by reading at least 5 books (kids) or 3 books (teens) to win a prize and be entered in prize drawings.  Various programs and events will be held during the summer, many of which require registrations.  Call 636-296-2204
• Adult programs in June include ABCs of College Planning (6/3, 7pm) and AARP Driver’s Safety (6/17, 12:30-4:30pm).  Call 636-296-5171 to register.

Missy Waldman:

• Assistance to Jefferson County residents for Medicaid, educational, immigration, consumer fraud, and other issues.  Advocates for Family Health.  Ombudsman for Medicaid.  1-800-444-0514, www.lsem.org, mcwaldman@lsem.org

Stephanie Paul:

• Options Consulting can help seniors and caregivers process difficult life issues and make informed decisions when struggling through confusing or troubling situations.  Call 636-207-0847 or 800-AGE-6060

Mary Tinsley:

• Constituent Service Days.  Dates in summer TBA.  Caseworker(s) will be available in counties during one week.  mary.tinsley@mail.house.gov

Erin Benz:

• Hunger Task Force Fundraiser.  6/1, 7-10pm.  Immaculate Conception, Arnold.  $20.  Elvis, Patsy Cline, and Buddy Holly impersonators.  Concert benefits the Jefferson County Hunger Task Force. 
• Youth Group Summer Day Camp.  7/22-26, 9am-12pm.  Join us for fun activities, games, field trips, and meeting new people!  Ages 14-20.  Nancy or Erin, 636-931-7696
• A/C units for qualifying seniors 65 and over with a disability/illness in the home.  Jimmie Henson, 636-931-7696 x131

Doug Over:

• ABCs of College Planning and AARP Driver Safety offered at all Jefferson County Library branches, various dates/times.
• Junior Achievement financial planning classes.  If you have the need for financial classes, I can tailor them to the appropriate age group
• Common Sense Companies.  Help for seniors and veterans with funeral expense trusts, insurance, elder care law.  VA pension help for medical expenses.  College solutions through Tuition Rewards. 
• Jefferson County Military Family Support Network.  Help with home care for veterans and their families.  This organization has been very active this past month.  This Sunday will be serving dinner at Jefferson Barracks
• Contact 636-323-4917

Meeting Minutes - April 15, 2013

Jefferson County Community Forum – Minutes

April 15, 2013

In attendance:

Erin Benz, Disabilities Resource Association

Debby Campbell, Get Healthy De Soto / De Soto Farmer’s Market

Josh Henry, Jefferson County Library- Arnold

Charlene Linhorst, Jefferson College WIA Youth Program

Doug Over, Double Eagle Associates

Molly Pfeiffer, Jefferson County Library- High Ridge

Mary Tinsley, Representative Blaine Luetkemeyer’s Office

Missy Waldman, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri

(Additional participants submitted information online, incl. below)

Molly Pfeiffer:

• Women’s Autoimmune Support Group.  5/4, 2pm.  A monthly, informal group that shares their work with each other and offers feedback.  No signup required.
• Build Your Own Family Tree.  5/6, 6:30pm.  5/8, 1pm.  Create a free, web-based family tree with the help of familysearch.org.  Signup is required.
• Food for Fines.  5/31.  Last Friday of every month.  The library will forgive up to $1 in overdue fines for each can of food donated.  All collected food is donated to local food pantries. 

Doug Over:

• Common Sense Companies.  Help for seniors and veterans with funeral expense trusts, insurance, elder care law.  VA pension help for medical expenses.  College solutions through Tuition Rewards.  636-323-4919, 314-303-1291, doug.over@att.net

Mary Tinsley:

• Attending for the first time to get to know area organizations.  636-239-2276, mary.tinsley@mail.house.gov, http://luetkemeyer.house.gov

Erin Benz:

• Support group for ages 18 and over meets once per month.  Contact Nancy Pope, 636-931-7696 x113
• Back to School Fair.  8/1.  At Jefferson College.  Looking for volunteers, donations, and additional committee members.  Contact Nancy Pope.

Charline Linhorst:

• Youth WIA Program.  Assists ages 16-21 with employment activities and occupational skills training.  Tuition assistance and workshops for interviewing and preparing resumes.  Career Ready 101 tool used to enhance basic skills levels.  Always taking applications. 636-287-8909 x262, clinhor2@jeffco.edu

Debby Campbell:

• DeSoto Farmer’s Market opens with plant sales.  4/20 and 4/27, 11:30am-2pm.  1004 Rock Rd.  Dog/cat vaccination clinic on 4/20, 12:30-1pm.  Tractor parade 4/27, 10am. 
• Franciscan Sisters of Kirkwood Spring Evening Event.  4/30, 7pm.  335 Kirkwood Road, 63122.  Keynote speaker, breakout sessions, heirloom plants.  RSVP, Maurice Lange, maurice@fsolph.org.  314-965-3700, www.franciscansisters-olph.org
• Farmer’s Market grand opening. 5/4, 8am-12pm.  Every weekend through 10/24.  1004 Rock Rd.

Missy Waldman:

• Assistance to Jefferson County residents for Medicaid, educational, immigration, consumer fraud, and other issues.  Advocates for Family Health.  1-800-444-0514, www.lsem.org, mcwaldman@lsem.org

Josh Henry:

• Bloomin’ Bookworms Adult Reading Program.  Through 4/27.  Read 4 books, receive a mug and be entered for prize drawings.  Read 3 more books for additional chances to win.
• Navigating the Online World Computer Classes.  5/2, 5/9, and 5/16, 9:30-11:30am.  Class 1 teaches basic mouse and keyboard skills.  Class 2 covers basic internet searching.  Class 3 shows how to use library catalog and website.  Free, registration required.  636-296-5171.

Wendy Thomas (via online):

• Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce is planning the Annual Hillsboro Homecoming and Festival, Saturday May 18.  The Parade and events get bigger and better each year. We will once again be combining our annual Jefferson County Armed Forces Ceremony with our Festival.  Make your plans now and start thinking of ideas on how you can make your parade entry special. The theme this year will be "Farm Days". Go all out and show your community pride.  Thank you!  thomaswg@missouri.edu
• Parade lineup 10am, parade 11am.  Contact: Sara Sucharski, 636-931-5818, sara@ponybird.org

Amber Simmons (via online):

• 2^nd Annual Living Well Golf Tournament.  5/16.  Quail Creek Golf Course.  Fundraising event to benefit Living Well Foundation.  Allison Fritschel, 636-674-5014, Allison@livingwellvillage.org
• Camp Jump Start.  Jump Start to Confidence Camp- anti-bullying youth summer camp.  Camp Jump Start at Living Well Village- youth weight-loss summer camp.  Jean Huelsing, 636-287-5004, jean@livignwellvillage.org, www.campjumpstart.com

Meeting Minutes - February 25, 2013

Jefferson County Community Forum – Minutes
 February 25, 2013

In attendance:

Paula Arbuthnot, Small Animal and Farm Therapy Association

Jessica Bunke, Small Animal and Farm Therapy Association
Debby Campbell, Get Healthy De Soto / De Soto Farmer’s Market

Sophie Emery, Jefferson County Community Partnership
Josh Henry, Jefferson County Library- Arnold

Doug Over, Double Eagle Associates
Stephanie Paul, Mid-East Area Agency on Aging
Molly Pfeiffer, Jefferson County Library- High Ridge

(Amber Simmons, Living Well Foundation – information submitted online)

Molly Pfeiffer:

• Reminder - next month’s meeting (3/18) will be held at the Arnold Career Center, 3675 West Outer Road, 63010
• AARP Driver Safety – 3/12, 1pm-5pm.  $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members.  AARP-led driver safety course.  All are welcome, not just for seniors!
• ABCs of College Planning – 3/12, 7pm.  Learn more about college planning and financing.  All are welcome, sign-up is required.
• Gluten and Mood Disorders – 3/28, 6:30-8pm.  Find out about connections between gluten intolerance and mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.  Ask questions and get answers from Dr. Lee.  Sign-up is required.
• Register for programs through mpfeiffer@jeffcolib.org or (636) 677-8186

Josh Henry:

• Poetry Contest - Entry deadline is 2/28; rules and entry forms are available at the Arnold Branch Library. Poetry reading and awards ceremony is 3/19.  Prizes will be awarded to the top three poems in three age categories: 5-11 years, 12-18 years, and 19 years and older.
• Bloomin’ Bookworms 2013 Adult Reading Program – Enter 3/4 through 4/27.  First 100 readers to read 4 books win a prize, and enter to win 1 of 4 grand prizes.  Read another 3 books for additional chances to win.  Rules and entry forms available at the Arnold Branch Library
• Barnes and Noble Bookfair – 3/16 at Barnes and Noble, 721 Gravois, Fenton.  Present voucher when checking out, portion of book sales go to support library.  Vouchers available in library.  Also visit bn.com/bookfairs online from 3/16 to 3/21 and enter Bookfair ID 10986883 at checkout.  A variety of family programs will be held throughout the day at Barnes and Noble.

Debby Campbell:

• Get Healthy De Soto Wine Reception – 3/15, 5-7pm.  De Soto Central Senior Apartments, 221 S. Third St.  Tickets are $15.  Includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, commemorative wine glass, and ticket to movie screening of “Truck Farm”.  In partnership with the Frank Wilcox Film Festival.  Special appearance by “Ellie Mae Clampett”.  Call Debby at (636) 586-4570 to reserve ticket.
• De Soto Farmers’ Market Trivia Night – 3/23, 6-10pm.  Ball Creek Bowl, Hwy 21.  $96 for a table of 8, or $15 per person.  Raffles, silent auction, and cash prizes.  For info and reservations, Debby (636) 586-4570

Stephanie Paul:

• Tax Assistance – MEAAA can assist seniors with simple tax preparation, including assessing eligibility for and completing the MO-PTC.  Call 636-253-0558
• Tax volunteer help through the AARP available also through the JCL-Northwest library, (314) 892-6200 or at the First Baptist Church in Arnold, (314) 525-1660

Paula Arbuthnot:

• SAFTA – Advocates use of animals in a therapeutic setting.  Can provide such services as interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing during doctor’s visits, and animal therapy by pairing kinds of animals with client’s interests.  Contact Paula Arbuthnot (636) 575-6646, www.s-a-f-t-a.org
• Disabled Summer Camp – July 2013.  Redeemer Lutheran and SAFTA will be holding Vacation Bible School and Animal Zoo with interpreters available.  All disabilities welcomed.

Sophie Emery:

• Mental Health First Aid Course – 3/21 and 22, 9am-3:30pm.  3880 Jeffco Blvd, Arnold.  No charge.  Training is designed to increase mental health  knowledge, decrease negative stigma, and encourage people to seek assistance for potential mental health concerns.
• A Night of Comedy Fundraiser – 5/4, at The Pastime Club (5557 US Hwy 61/67, Imperial). Dinner 6:00pm, show 8pm.  $25 ticket includes two-entrée buffet, two drink tickets, entertainment from 4 comedians.  Proceeds benefits JCCP.  Buy tickets online at www.jccp.org/comedynight.  Contact Sophie Emery, (636) 464-5144 x13
• Safe Babies – Free monthly training sessions for parents and caregivers.  Safe sleep equipment is available for eligible participants.  Next training is 3/19, 6pm. Call (636) 464-5144 to sign up.

Doug Over:

• AARP Driver Safety – 3/4, 1-5pm at JCL Windsor Branch, (636) 461-1914; 3/12, 1-5pm at JCL Northwest Branch, (636) 677-8186; 3/26, 12:30-4:30pm at JCL Arnold Branch, (636) 296-2204
• ABCs of College Planning – 3/4, 7-8:30pm at JCL Arnold Branch; 3/5, 7-8:30pm at JCL  Windsor Branch; 3/12, 7-8:30pm at JCL Northwest Branch

Amber Simmons:

• 2013 Lions Roar – The Gizzard of Oz. 2/28, 7pm; 3/1, 8pm; 3/2, 8pm.  4354 S. Kingshighway, St. Louis, 63109.  For Tickets call Rudy Johnson at (314) 580-5664 or rudale@att.net.  Proceeds to benefit the Living Well Foundation.
• Spring Into Wellness – 10k, 5k, and Virtual Fun Run.  3/23, 8:30am.  Registration fees apply, proceeds benefit the Living Well Foundation.  Register online at: http://www.active.com/running/imperial-mo/spring-into-wellness-2013.  Contact: Amber Simmons (636) 674-5014, amber@livingwellvillage.org
• 2^nd Annual Living Well Golf Tournament – 5/16, 12pm, Quail Creek Golf Course.  $100 per player.  Raffle, gift bags for golfers, lunch and dinner, trophy and awards.  Questions?  Contact Allison Fritschel (636) 674-5014, Allison@livingwellvillage.org

February Forum Meeting a Week Later

Just a reminder that this month's Community Forum meeting will be a week later than usual for Presidents Day.  We will meet on February 25, at 1 pm, in the usual Viking Annex at Jefferson College.

See you then!

Molly Pfeiffer

Meeting Minutes - January 28, 2013

Jefferson County Community Forum – Minutes

January 28, 2013

In attendance:

Debby Campbell, Get Healthy De Soto / De Soto Farmer’s Market

Josh Henry, Jefferson County Library- Arnold

Jennifer Meyer, Mid-East Area Agency on Aging

Sandy Nappier, Jefferson College

Molly Pfeiffer, Jefferson County Library-High Ridge

Molly Pfeiffer:

• Library Books on Your eReader: Free eReader classes.  Space is limited and signup is required.  Call 636-677-8186, email mpfeiffer@jeffcolib.org, or register in the library.  EBooks on a Kindle- Tues, Feb.5, 10-11:30am.  Nook- Wed, Feb.6.  eBooks on Almost Everything Else- Thurs, Feb.7.
• Womens’ Autoimmune Support Group: monthly, informed support group for women with a variety of autoimmune disorders.  No signup required.  Meets first Saturday of each month.  Next meeting Feb.2, 2-4pm.
• Food for fines: Every last Friday of the month.  One can of food counts towards one dollar of library fines.
• Preschool Fair: Saturday, Feb.2.  Free event.  10am Storytime and playtime for children while parents are able to meet with different schools. 

Josh Henry:

• Free Diabetes Program: Thurs, Jan.31, 6pm.  Endocrinologist Nawras Makhsida will discuss options for diabetes treatment.  Q&A session for public to follow.  Register by calling 636-296-5171. 
• What a Pain in the Neck: How Posture Can Cause Pain: Wed, Feb.13, 6-8pm.  Dr. Amy Grabowski with ProActive Chiropractic will discuss how to identify, prevent, and correct the effects of posture imbalances that cause neck and upper back pain, headaches, and more.  Register by calling 636-296-5171. 
• Quilting Classes: A small project will be completed in each class in order to learn basic quilting skills. No charge for classes, and classes are limited to 20 participants.  Supply list available in the library.  Participants must bring own sewing machine.  Register by calling 636-296-5171.  Bias Binding- Sat, Feb.16, 9:30am.  Trapunto Basics- Sat, May 18, 9:30am.  Stained Glass Quilting- Thurs, Aug.22, 6pm.  Hand Quilting- Sat, Nov.9, 9:30am.
• 15 Annual Poetry Contest: Poetry contest rules and entry forms available in the library.  Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 poems in 3 age categories: 5-11 years, 12-18 years, and 19 years-older.  Entries due Thurs, Feb.28.  Poetry Reading and Awards Ceremony Tues, March 19, 7:30pm.

Jennifer Meyer:

• Missouri Property Tax Credit (MO-PTC) “Circuit Breaker”: Individuals may be eligible for a portion of real estate taxes based on age and income.  Form to determine eligibility can be accessed online from the MO Dept. of Revenue, page 2 of instructions: http://dor.mo.gov/forms/MO-PTC_Instructions_2012.pdf

Debby Campbell:

• De Soto Farmer’s Market will resume the 3^rd Saturday in April, featuring a tractor parade on Main St.
• Winter Flakes: Sat, Feb 23, 9am, Walther Park in De Soto.  1 mile walk/run, 5k/10k run.  Fundraiser proceeds enable Get Healthy De Soto. Fees apply, awards given.  All abilities and speeds encouraged to come! Contact Trish Coleman, 314-277-8079.
• Toilet Talk newsletter promotes upcoming events for Get Healthy De Soto.  Now in a stall near you.

Sandy Nappier:

• The WIA Youth Program is accepting applications for youth ages 16-21.  Eligible candidates may be selected for summer job program.  Other services also provided.
•  The Spring Continuing Education catalog is now available.  There are many free computer classes available.  Classes include free textbook. 
• There are over 3,000 on-line classes available covering a wide range of topics.  Fees vary for each course.   You may call 636.797.3000, ext. 144 for more information or visit www.jeffco.edu.
• Applications are still being accepted through February 15, 2013 for the Radiological Technology Program.  Applicants must have specific prerequisite courses completed by May, 2013.  If eligible, tuition is free through the MoHealthWINS grant.

Contact #:  636.481.3156 or 314.808.6829

JDH

Meeting moved back a week in January

Just a reminder- the January Forum meeting will be on January 28- a week later for the MLK holiday on the 21.

2012 - 2013 Community Forum Dates

2012 - 2013 Community Forum Dates

Monday, October 15, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

Monday, November 19, 2012 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

NO MEETING IN DECEMBER – HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Monday, January 28, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

- NOTE MEETING IS ONE WEEK LATER DUE TO MLK DAY

Monday, February 25, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

- NOTE MEETING IS ONE WEEK LATER DUE TO PRESIDENTS DAY

Monday, March 18, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Arnold Career Center (3675 West Outer Rd, 63010)

- NOTE MEETING LOCATION IS DIFFERENT

Monday, April 15, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

Monday, May 20, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

Monday, June 17, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MEAAA Northwest Senior Resource Center (6180 Highway MM, House Springs)
- NOTE MEETING LOCATION IS DIFFERENT

NO MEETING IN JULY – HAPPY SUMMER!

Monday, August 19, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

Monday, September 16, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex

Monday, October 21, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED

Monday, November 18, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Jefferson College Hillsboro -Viking Room Annex