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“We energize people with disabilities, individually
and within communities, to lead independent
and fulfilling lives through innovative services”
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
KAREN TUSSING
President
JoAnne Hudecki
Vice President
WILLIAM STACHURA
Treasurer
MARGARET STEFFAN
Secretary
DIRECTORS
KEvin BRZEZINSKI
joNATHAN hart
bruce d. heine
Frederick Henssler
Eileen McCallister
Rosemarie rubin
peter savarino
marc shatkin, esq.
Embracing Change
While serving the last eight years on the board of Southeast Works,
I have seen a great deal of change. The constant challenges of our state’s financial
structure has forced many of our necessary changes. Our most recent transformation
in leadership, however, has been the most “non-mandated” change I have been
through. It was such a rewarding experience to work with so many friends of
Southeast Works to choose our new leader, Pamela Hayes. The process was actually
completed over the last year, with our first step being a new strategic plan. It was
imperative to put Southeast Works’ mission at the forefront in choosing our new
leader, as well, having a solid foundation in place so that all of us at Southeast Works
could embrace this change. The most important part of this mission was to make it
a seamless process for our clients. Our clients are the reason we have worked so
hard at building our values – The 5 C’s: Character, Compassion, Competence, Creativity
and Community. When we face any decision with our 5 C’s as our top priority, we
will be able to weather any change as an opportunity. Change is inevitable, but it
doesn’t have to be a bad thing; most often at Southeast Works it has been a great
thing. Either way it will always be an adventure: this will be my last year serving
Southeast Works, and I feel so confident that all the hard work that the employees
and board have done will allow Southeast Works to flourish for years
to come. I would like to thank you for a wonderful adventure!
KAREN TUSSING
Board President
2011 ANNUAL REPORT
www.southeast-works.org
181 Lincoln Street
Depew, New York 14043
716.683.7100
Fax 716.683.7086
Meet Our New Executive
Director, Pamela Hayes
Pamela Hayes, PhD. began as Southeast Works Chief
Executive Officer in late December, 2011. Relocating to
Western New York with over 35 years of experience in the
non-profit industry, Pamela is known for excellence in service
provision and her visionary approach to community inclusion. Pamela was Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s
appointee to the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities as well as the
Governor’s Committee for Employment of Persons with Disabilities. As a Surveyor
for the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), she is cognizant
of best practices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Although it has been just a few months, Pamela already senses the vision for
Southeast Works. “Coming to an organization that has such a solid foundation and
reputation for excellence has allowed me to take stock of our opportunities for the
future. I believe that my experience, passion and dedication to supporting individuals with
disabilities will connect in a very meaningful way to our stakeholders. I am committed to
ensuring that the outstanding culture that is so pervasive within this agency will be carried
forward in the most respectful and productive manner possible. I look forward with
a great deal of enthusiasm, optimism and excitement as we move into to the next chapter
in the lives of our staff, our community and most importantly, to those who seek
our services.”
PAMELA HAYES, PhD.
Chief Executive Officer
Southeast Works
STAFF
Pamela J. Hayes PhD.
Chief Executive Officer
Susan Mentecki
Chief Operating Officer
Kara Murphy
Director of Human Resources
Lani Churley
Director of Work and Business
Development
Kristin Knopeck
Director of Fiscal Management
Eileen Dietsch
Director of Administration
Michelle Smith
Director of Residential Skills and Services
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State Collaboration Expands
Employment Opportunities
in the Community
September 2011 was the beginning of a beautiful friendship, so to speak,
between Southeast Works and Immediate Mailing Services, Inc (IMS).
Brought together in a joint collaboration by New York State Industries for
the Disabled, a private company that manages state contracted services,
the Buffalo based company jumped at the opportunity to give back to
their community and increase the diversity of their workforce.
The collaboration could not be more of a success. IMS has hired 10
individuals to date to perform duties in this fast-paced mail distribution
center, with plans to increase the numbers of employees with disabilities
to 25% within the next year.
The partnership is one of flexibility, accommodation and teamwork. Stephen Schiano, IMS General Manager,
collaborates with Southeast Works staff to match the strengths of the individuals hired to specific tasks at IMS.
When asked about his experience partnering with Southeast Works, Mr. Schiano responded “Having Southeast
Works employees at our facility is an incredibly positive experience for all of us. It’s easy for my other employees to take
life for granted, but when they see how hard the Southeast Works’ employees work every day, I can’t help but notice that
the environment has changed for the better. Just seeing someone who works so hard to overcome such obstacles really
makes my employees think twice about what being a dedicated employee really means.”
Gwen is among those successfully employed by IMS. Although her wheelchair initially presented some accessibility
challenges, these were quickly resolved by supportive co-workers. An unused ramp provided Gwen easy access
to her work station, where she labels mail that has been identified as requiring special care. Over the winter,
her colleagues voluntarily shoveled the walk so that Gwen could easily enter the building.
Rebecca is hearing impaired, but signs to anyone who takes the time to observe her work that she loves her
job at IMS. Several employees are voluntarily learning sign-language so that they can communicate with her.
Sean held several jobs over the years as a dishwasher. The work was hard, isolating and sporadic. Now at IMS,
he is just “one of the guys”, teasing those who don’t keep up with their workload as he does his.
“Southeast Works’ partnership with IMS is just one of the ways $10.01
‐
we’re
trying
to meet the goals of our commitment to
Individual
Placement
Wages
$11.00
$11.01
‐
$12.00
community based employment”, says Lani Churley, Director of Work
and
Business
Development. “We are looking
$9.01
‐
$10.00
to expand opportunities for our participants to explore work in the community, as a means of recognizing the
benefits that this population provides to businesses.”
$8.01
‐
$9.00;
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For more information, or to hire a person with a developmental disability, contact Lani
at extension 203.
$7.25
‐
$8.00
Wages Breakdown for 2012
$10.01
‐
$11.00
Individual
Placement
Wages
Individual
Placement
by
Occupa6on
Breakdown
$11.01
‐
$12.00
$9.01
‐
$10.00
Unemployed;
16
Lobby
A;endant;
15
$8.01
‐
$9.00;
20
$7.25
‐
$8.00
Dishwashing;
14
Misc.;
21
Dietary/
Laundry
Aide;
5
Retail;
6
Cleaning;
6
Stock
;
2
Customer
Service;
4
Individual
Placement
by
Occupa6on
Breakdown
Mail
Runner;
7
3
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Thank You…
Each year we acknowledge those who supported us in meeting our mission through
generous contributions of time, talent and donations. In addition to our Board
of Directors, Foundation Board and Southeast Support Association and Staff,
we would also like to acknowledge:
A Snail’s Place
AAA
Adams Nurseries
ADP
Advanced Body Care
Adventure Landing
Albright Knox
Art Gallery
Amherst Police Club
Ann McCarthy
Anna Wetherby
Anne and Neal Lavigne
Anthony Ogorek
Anton Wopperer
Appliance Repair
Service, Inc.
Aquarium of Niagara
Art Gallery of Ontario
Avenue Art
Bank of America
Bart Mazzariello
Bead Creative
Betty Kemp
Bicycles and More
Bill and Norine Stachura
Bill Muth
Bill Snyder - Hyatt
Hotels
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Board of Directors SEW
Bob and John’s
La Hacienda
Bob Emser
Bonadio Group LLC
Brad Stamm
Brian and Wendy
Lewandowski
Brian Hutton
Brian Vanderbrook
Buffalo and Erie County
Historical
Society
Buffalo Athletic Club
Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bisons
Buffalo Chophouse
Buffalo Crushed Stone
Buffalo Fire Department
Buffalo Harbor Cruises
Buffalo Lacrosse
Academy
Buffalo Museum of
Science
Buffalo Sabres
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Burchfield Penny
Art Center
Cadex
Carol Tomczak
Carolina Furniture
Carolyn Houghton
Carpet Care
Professionals
Cecilia Ryll
Cheryl Testa
Cindy and Dave Pecynski
Clay Hands Pottery
CMH Counseling
CN Tower
Cohen & Lombardo
Coles
Columbia Central
Medical Building
Corp
Colvin Draperies
Complete Heat
CS Business Systems, Inc.
Custom Auto Works
Cynthia and David
Pecynski
D’Arcy McGee’s
Darien Lake Theme Park
Resort
Darwin Martin House
Dave Aston
David Jablonski
Delacy Ford
Delaware Camera Mart
Delta Sonic
Denise Mlynarick
Dennis and Lorraine
Cannon
Dental Shop
Depew Milk Co. Inc
Diamond Hawk Golf
Course
Diana Augspurger Creative Storage
Diane Tiveron
Dobmeier Janitorial
Supply
Dolores and James
Myers
Don Festaiuti
Don Fitzgibbons
Don Powers
Donald and Elizabeth
Kusz
Donna Schober
Door Specialties
Dr. and Mrs. Gordon
Tussing
Dr. Thomas Foels
Eaton Office Supply
Ed Wargala
Edward Guzdek
Edward Schunk
Edwin and Marcia
Wienckowski
Eileen McCalister
Elizabeth Weinberg
Emil Krieger
Explore and More
Children’s Museum
Fred and Margaret
Henssler
Freed, Maxick & Battaglia
G&L Flooring Center
Gale Schmidt
Gary Jones
Gentle Dentistry
George and Florence
Johnson
George Johnson
Gordon Cumming
Grasso’s Pizza
Gregory Zaepfel
Ham-r-time
Construction
Hans Lampl
Harris Hill Golf Center
Health Strategies Group
Heather Ryan
Hogan & Willig
Homer Wilde
Hutch’s
Independent Health
inspiredIT LLC
Insty Prints
Interactive Health
Solutions
Irene Murray
Irish Classical Theatre
J&L Premiew Landscape
Jack and Theodosia
Hallnan
Jack Catanzaro
James and Linda
Walleshauser
James and Mrs. Reidy
James Murray Jr
Jamie Sturtz
Jay and Sara Smith
Jeff Sanderson
Jen Zamer of SEW
Compliance
Jenelle Sneed - Avox
Systems
Jim and Barbara Braun
Jim Frost
Jim Pasek
Jody Miller
Joe and Dorothy Smith
Joe D’Angelo
Joe Orlowski
Joe Rindfuss
John and Bonnie
Monninger
John and Ginny Dehler
John and Laurie Kennedy
John and Noreen Visone
John and Theodosia
Hallnan
John Devirgilio
John Mallia
John Militello
John Ott
John Rodgers
John Schober
Joseph and Janice
Anzalone
Joseph Boylin
Joseph Petruso
Joyce DeLong
Judith Feldman
Judy and Steve Shanley
Karl and Jane Wilde
Kathleen and Jody Miller
Kathy Brunner
Keith Schleicher Orvilles Appliances
Ken and Margi
Stachowiak
Ken Shuman
Kenneth and Jill Syracuse
Kenneth Clark
Kevin and Janet O’Leary
Kevin Dikeman
Kevin Georger
Kevin Hahn - Barton Hill
Hotel and Spa
Kevin Impastato
Kevin Snieszko
Kimil Construction
Company, Inc
Kostas Restaurant
Lancaster Womens
Civic Club
Lancer Door & Glass
Laughlin’s
Laurie Menzies
Lawrence Zygaj
Lee and Marilyn Filbert
Lee Baldwin
Lee Cadby
Leo Hammerl
Leon Seibel
Leonard and Ruth Scott
Lewandowski &
Associates
Linda Dobmeier
Linda Kowtalo
Lipsitz Green Scime
Cambria LLP
Lockport Locks and Erie
Canal Cruises
Lori Sojka
Louis Vacanti
LPL Financial
M&H Construction Co.
M&M Masons
M&T Bank
Maple Leaf Foods
Marc Shatkin
Marcella Campagnolo
Margaret Steffan
Maria Santiano
Marie Sperrazza
Marilyn Filbert
Mark and Mary Johnson
Mark Derringer
Martin Bray
Marv Hanash
Matthew Gryta
Medieval Times
Meg and Tom Steffan
Michael and Jane Choo
Michael and Lois Cropp
Michael and Susan
Donovan
Michael and Susan
Przybyl
Michael Crisanti
Michael Honeyman
Michael Morgulis
Michelle and Tom
Worthington
MidCity Office
Furniture
Mighty Taco
Mother Nature Plant
Emporium
Mr. and Mrs. Warren
Mr. B- Master
Handyman
Multisorb Technologies
Muscato & Shatkin
N. Choops Painting
Nancy Case - Dalyn
Rugs
Nancy Fultz
Nancy Miller
Nancy Snyder
National Fire
Adjustment
Neal Choops
Neth & Sons Roofing
New England Financial
Niagara Frontier
Niagara National Inc.
NOCO
North Park Theater
Northeast Paving
Ogorek Wealth
Management, LLC
Old Fort Niagara
Pamela Belile
Parkview Health
Services
Partners Press
Paths, Peaks, and
Paddles
Paul and Elizabeth
Bartolone
Paul Graham
Paul Graham &
Associates
Paul Murphy
Paul Snyder
Penny Fenar
Peter Curtis
Peter Hart
Peter Katez
Peter Savarino
Pfalzgraf, Beinhauer
and Menzies LL
innacle Orthopedics
P
Plumbing Help Now
Professional Land
Surveyor
Proves and Luci Banks
Proves Banks
QuadGraphics
Quest Services Inc.
R.J and Laura Vanner
Ray Barrett
RelianceRX
Renasiiance
Warrantied
Services
Ribco Inc.
Richard and Elsa
Peters
Richard Brownell
Rivershore
Robert Sendziak
Rocco Lucente
Rolando and Norma
Velasquez
Romeo and Juliet’s
Bakery and Café
Ron Papa
Ronald Kozlowski
RoseMarie and Warren
Rubin
Rosemarie Peters
Roy and Gloria Doel
Rural Metro
Russel and Kathy
Moyer
Sally Paprocki
Salon Excel
Salvatore’s Italian
Gardens
Sammy’s Auto
Sandy’s Management,
Inc.
Seibel Modern
Manufacturing
Shawn Frier
ShrubCoat
Shuman Plastics
SnowbirdsSonoma
Grille
Stachowiak Family
Stamm Reynolds &
Stamm
Stanley and Nina Jok
Stanzko Automotive
Starr Business Services
Stephen and Penny
Fenar
Sterling Optical
Steve Detwiler
Steven and Kelly Main
Susan Albrecht
Susan and Erik
Mentecki
Ted and Christine
Morton
Thomas Wetzen
Tom and Jane Qualey
Tom Mercure
Tom Phillips
Tops
Trost Fire Equipment
Univera Healthcare
Valu Muffler & Brake
Vanner Insurance
Agency
Vincent Binder
Virginia Olszewski
Visual Audit
Walter and Ruth
Powell
Ward Fitsch
Waterbourne Group
Wegmans
William and Erica
Prudden
William Brown
Williamsville Lions
Club
Winnie Morrison
WNY Jobs
WNY MRI
Yvette Suarez
Zaepfel Development
Revenue and Expenses for 2011
Revenue
2011
Revenue 2011
Expenses
2011Expense
2011 Expense
Pre-Vocational/Sheltered Workshop
Supported Employment/Acces VR
Administration
Residential
Recreation/Respite/Cafeteria/Other
Day Hab
Service Coordination
Community Hab/ISS/ISE
3,333,511
919,203
1,057,728
5,285,627
312,916 Medicaid
816,844
341,604
286,765 State & Federal Government
2011
Pre-Vocational/Sheltered Workshop
Supported Employment/Acces VR
Administration
Residential
Recreation/Respite/Cafeteria/Other
12,354,197 Production/Supported
Employment
Day Hab
Service Coordination
Fees, Donations, Other
Community Hab/ISS/ISE
2011 Revenue
Medicaid
State & Federal Government
Production/Supported Employment
Fees, Donations, Other
TOTAL
2011 Expenses
$8,692,067
$2,904,782
$494,729
$1,021,234
$13,112,812
Pre-Vocational / Sheltered Workshop
$3,333,511
Supported Employment / AccesVR
$919,203
Administration
$1,057,728
Residential
$5,285,627
Recreation / Respite / Cafeteria / Other
$312,916
Day Hab
$816,844
Service Coordination
$341,604
Community Hab / ISS / ISE
$268,765
TOTAL
$12,354,197
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Service Shines at Southeast Works
The following story illustrates the outstanding staff service for which Southeast Works is known.
Late one evening, a staff member witnessed a resident have a grand mal seizure just prior to her shift ending.
Putting the resident’s needs before hers, she didn’t worry about the time clock or her plans for the evening;
rather, her concentration was focused solely on the resident under her care.
As the resident was being transported to the emergency room, she initiated contact with the nursing
staff along with the family, and maintained this communication throughout the night from the resident’s hospital
bed. It wasn’t until 8:00am the next day that she went home.
The family stated “We know firsthand how much our daughter is cared for not as a client but as a
person,” and that “we know the best place for our daughter to live is with such caring people.”
Sometimes a job is just a job. We can teach people to perform certain duties, but not to demonstrate
the compassion, flexibility and commitment seen late one evening into the wee hours of the morning. This story demonstrates that the attributes to which Southeast Works subscribes are more than just words…
and that working here is more than just a job.
The Art of Creative Services
Over the past year, our staff has worked diligently to recognize the
strengths and discover the hidden talents within the hearts of
our participants. We have used these moments as opportunities
to encourage creativity and growth. Amidst the array of options
that promote skill enhancement and community inclusion, we have
also recognized and responded to the desires and aspirations of the
people we serve, resulting in the opening of our Arts Program.
Beginning as a pilot program in late 2010, the opportunity
to express oneself through the arts has gained notoriety with
showings at the Albright Knox Art Gallery as well as collaborations
with Buffalo Re-Use and Main Street Studio. In November of 2011,
the program expanded to include a theater component, allowing
participants to explore a new avenue for expression and building
self-esteem. In conjunction with our Tech4Life computer lab,
participants have also learned to create digital self-portraits and
explore other forms of art within the technological realm.
It is our hope to expand these services to include music
and dance in the coming year.
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Southeast Works Staff Presents
at National THERAP Conference
THERAP is an online software system promoting efficient
documentation and communication for service providers.
Despite being relatively new to the system, six of our staff
members were selected to present at this years national
conference in New Jersey, resulting in a visit to our agency
by the THERAP founders.
Home Sweet Home
Our Residential Department provides
opportunities for individuals to live in a setting
consistent with their needs. Each resident is encouraged
to achieve their personal goals utilizing a person-centered
process. In 2011, several residents successfully moved into
less restrictive environments as their expanded capabilities
resulted in less need for support.
As part of our emphasis on the full circle of support,
Focus on Fun provides opportunities for residents at each
of our locations to interact with their peers, including
activities such as a BBQ cook-off, holiday parties, picnics
and game nights.
Planned Giving
It is an easy way to support us in continuing our mission.
By naming Southeast Foundation as beneficiary in your will, your legacy
will allow future generations to receive services through your generous contribution.
Planned Giving can also include:
GIFTS OF CASH
GIFTS OF LIFE INSURANCE
GIFTS OF STOCK
CHARITABLE LEAD TRUST
GIFTS OF REAL ESTATE
GIFT ANNUITY
Planned Giving can be a great tax-reduction tool; please consult with your
tax advisor or attorney before making any planned gift.
Ask how you can Bring
Lives Full Circle
by contacting Amanda Baumler at 716-683-7100 ext.212
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NON PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE
Upcoming
Events in 2012
PAID
Buffalo, NY
Permit No. 4663
181 LINCOLN STREET
DEPEW, NY 14043
Challenge 2012
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Candidates Hour
Friday, October 12, 2012
Music of the Heart
Friday, October 26, 2012
Southeast
Support
Association
(SESA)
Meetings are held on the
first Monday of each month,
September – June.
Membership is open to
any parent, friend or family
member of an adult with
developmental disabilities
who particpates in the
programs at Southeast
Works.
For more information,
contact Lindsay Elia
at 716-683-7100 x222
Visit our
website at
2011
Our 12th Annual Challenge Dinner
and Auction was another huge success!
Over $120,000 was raised thru the
evening’s silent and live auction,
and sponsorships.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Event Sponsor:
www.southeast-works.org
to see our
NEW
strategic
plan
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Platinum Sponsor:
Parkview Health Services
Univera Healthcare
Vanner Insurance Agency
Waterbourne Group
Gold Sponsor:
ADP
Eaton Office Supply
Sterling Optical
Bonadio Group, LLP
LPL Financial
Wegmans
Carolina Furniture
NOCO
Silver Sponsor:
CS Business Systems
N. Choops Painting
DeLacy Ford
National Fire Adjustment
Dobmeier Janitorial Supply, Inc
Partners Press
Freed Maxick & Battaglia
Quest Services
Hogan and Willig
Rural Metro Medical Services
inspiredIT, LLC
WNT MRI, LLP
M&H Construction
Zaepfel Development Co., Inc.