Thursday, July 22, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Now or Later
Ponder for a minute what these following examples have in common:
1- Your kitchen faucet continually drips so you replace the washer and stop the drip.
2- You patch your roof when it rains in your living room during a storm.
3- You change the oil in your car every 3,000 miles.
4-You mend a tear in the seam of your favorite shirt.
If you answered "I spend money upfront to prevent spending more money in the future" you are absolutely correct!
Now...with that in mind, read the attached article and ask yourself the question "what would it look like if the Government spent money up front to prevent spending more money in the future?"
The me, the last paragraph of the article is key. "So often the programs to go are the early interventions that save money and keep people healthy,” Professor Davis said. “That comes back to bite you.”
After reading the article, I'm curious...what do YOU think?
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/21/us/21aging.html?_r=2
1- Your kitchen faucet continually drips so you replace the washer and stop the drip.
2- You patch your roof when it rains in your living room during a storm.
3- You change the oil in your car every 3,000 miles.
4-You mend a tear in the seam of your favorite shirt.
If you answered "I spend money upfront to prevent spending more money in the future" you are absolutely correct!
Now...with that in mind, read the attached article and ask yourself the question "what would it look like if the Government spent money up front to prevent spending more money in the future?"
The me, the last paragraph of the article is key. "So often the programs to go are the early interventions that save money and keep people healthy,” Professor Davis said. “That comes back to bite you.”
After reading the article, I'm curious...what do YOU think?
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/21/us/21aging.html?_r=2
Friday, July 16, 2010
Summer Friends of JCDS Update
THANK YOU MR. MAYOR!
Friend of JCDS chairman John Holt and Overland Park Mayor
and exiting board member, Carl Gerlach
It was our final agenda item of a busy summer meeting and it was bittersweet.
In 1990, a group of supporters gathered around a table, each tossing in a dollar or two. And so began what we know today as "Friends of JCDS".
One of those original members has stayed on our Friends board, allowed by our by-laws because he's a charter member. Always quick with a suggestion, or idea, or joke, he's been a solid supporter.
From his role as a charter member, to now mayor of Overland Park, Carl Gerlach has been a key player in the growth of Friend's fundraising, friendraising, and certainly its community presence. After two decades on the Friend's board, Mayor Gerlach graciously decided to step aside to make room for some fresh energy and ideas. He promised, as we awarded him the traditional farewell plaque (with beautiful JCDS consumer art), to stay engaged and available. We will miss him, but know he will indeed be there to guide us if we need him, whether providing a contact, or just a word of advice.
Thank you Mr. Mayor. You've made life for consumers and staff at JCDS more rewarding, and you've made a number of new "friends" on our Friend's board, including me. I'll always treasure that and know I'm not alone in my sentiments.
*******
No summer vacation for our board, staff, and supporters....from an Mixed Martial Arts Fundraiser at Outlaw Cigar in Overland Park, to renovations on House #11, to a fantastic JCDS Night at the Barn Players presentation of "The Boys Next Door", it's been a busy season. Work is already starting on next spring's Restyle Runway, and in September, we'll host an open house for our newest home, House #11! Whew!
Oh yes, the Spring Fling proved to be a fun event on May 27th, and mark your calendars for September 23rd, for a very special Dorothy K. Dorfman Picnic. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the festive event!
Our committees have been hard at work, and even as we say goodbye to Mayor Gerlach, we welcome a new board member, Michelle Gressel. Great to have you Michelle!
Know that your "Friends of JCDS" board is active and engaged, and ready to serve. Please let us know if you have any concerns or questions. That's what "Friends" are for! Have a great summer!
John Holt
President, Friends of JCDS
Friend of JCDS chairman John Holt and Overland Park Mayor and exiting board member, Carl Gerlach
It was our final agenda item of a busy summer meeting and it was bittersweet.
In 1990, a group of supporters gathered around a table, each tossing in a dollar or two. And so began what we know today as "Friends of JCDS".
One of those original members has stayed on our Friends board, allowed by our by-laws because he's a charter member. Always quick with a suggestion, or idea, or joke, he's been a solid supporter.
From his role as a charter member, to now mayor of Overland Park, Carl Gerlach has been a key player in the growth of Friend's fundraising, friendraising, and certainly its community presence. After two decades on the Friend's board, Mayor Gerlach graciously decided to step aside to make room for some fresh energy and ideas. He promised, as we awarded him the traditional farewell plaque (with beautiful JCDS consumer art), to stay engaged and available. We will miss him, but know he will indeed be there to guide us if we need him, whether providing a contact, or just a word of advice.
Thank you Mr. Mayor. You've made life for consumers and staff at JCDS more rewarding, and you've made a number of new "friends" on our Friend's board, including me. I'll always treasure that and know I'm not alone in my sentiments.
*******
No summer vacation for our board, staff, and supporters....from an Mixed Martial Arts Fundraiser at Outlaw Cigar in Overland Park, to renovations on House #11, to a fantastic JCDS Night at the Barn Players presentation of "The Boys Next Door", it's been a busy season. Work is already starting on next spring's Restyle Runway, and in September, we'll host an open house for our newest home, House #11! Whew!
Oh yes, the Spring Fling proved to be a fun event on May 27th, and mark your calendars for September 23rd, for a very special Dorothy K. Dorfman Picnic. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the festive event!
Our committees have been hard at work, and even as we say goodbye to Mayor Gerlach, we welcome a new board member, Michelle Gressel. Great to have you Michelle!
Know that your "Friends of JCDS" board is active and engaged, and ready to serve. Please let us know if you have any concerns or questions. That's what "Friends" are for! Have a great summer!
John Holt
President, Friends of JCDS
Monday, July 12, 2010
Monday Morning Update
Last week, SRS announced that within the next few weeks, they will be allocating funds to remove and serve 143 individuals from the DD waiting list! What joyous news that is for those lucky 143! This whittling of the waiting list was made possible by the votes of legislators who heard our message and determined that funding for disability services was a priority.
(Not to put a damper on the good news…we must not forget the more than 4,000 others that will continue to wait).
With primary elections nipping at our heels, many folks have asked how their current elected officials voted on the tax and budget bills that made it possible to serve these well-deserving 143 individuals.
You asked for it - You got it!
NOTE: I have highlighted those legislators facing a primary election
Representatives voting YES on both bills:
Benlon, Bollier, Colloton, Furtado, Neighbor, Quigley, Slattery, Spalding, Wolf, Worley
Representatives voting YES on budget bill and No on tax bill: Rardin, Talia
Representatives voting NO on both bills:
Brown, Donohoe, Kiegerl, Kinzer, Kleeb, Merrick, Olson, Schwab, Siegfreid, Yoder
The only Senator on the ballot in this election, Terrie Huntington, does have a primary election. Terrie voted YES for both the tax and budget bills benefitting those with disabilities.
Don’t neglect this primary election on AUGUST 3rd – your vote will help determine whether your legislators are there to represent those with disabilities next year. Your voice doesn’t count if you don’t vote.
- Advanced voting by mail begins July 14th
- Last day to register to vote is July 19th
- Advanced voting in person begins on July 20th
- Advanced voting closes 12:00 noon on August 2nd
- Fall Primary begins August 3rd.
I’ve attached a link to the Johnson County election site. It has information as to how, where, and when to vote.
http://www.jocopolo.com/
Warm Regards…and happy voting,
Lurena Mead
(Not to put a damper on the good news…we must not forget the more than 4,000 others that will continue to wait).
With primary elections nipping at our heels, many folks have asked how their current elected officials voted on the tax and budget bills that made it possible to serve these well-deserving 143 individuals.
You asked for it - You got it!
NOTE: I have highlighted those legislators facing a primary election
Representatives voting YES on both bills:
Benlon, Bollier, Colloton, Furtado, Neighbor, Quigley, Slattery, Spalding, Wolf, Worley
Representatives voting YES on budget bill and No on tax bill: Rardin, Talia
Representatives voting NO on both bills:
Brown, Donohoe, Kiegerl, Kinzer, Kleeb, Merrick, Olson, Schwab, Siegfreid, Yoder
The only Senator on the ballot in this election, Terrie Huntington, does have a primary election. Terrie voted YES for both the tax and budget bills benefitting those with disabilities.
Don’t neglect this primary election on AUGUST 3rd – your vote will help determine whether your legislators are there to represent those with disabilities next year. Your voice doesn’t count if you don’t vote.
- Advanced voting by mail begins July 14th
- Last day to register to vote is July 19th
- Advanced voting in person begins on July 20th
- Advanced voting closes 12:00 noon on August 2nd
- Fall Primary begins August 3rd.
I’ve attached a link to the Johnson County election site. It has information as to how, where, and when to vote.
http://www.jocopolo.com/
Warm Regards…and happy voting,
Lurena Mead
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Seizures and Symphonies
Who would have ever guessed that music and epilepsy have something in common? Three KU professors have collaborated on a film which uses music to help the listener visualize what happens to the brain during a seizure. The "music metaphor" is indeed an interesting depiction of the disruption a seizure wreaks on the brain. Now sit back, close your eyes....and listen!
http://www.news.ku.edu/2010/july/8/epilepsy.shtml
http://www.news.ku.edu/2010/july/8/epilepsy.shtml
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