Newsletter: 2014 Mar-May

JUNE 2014
Board of Directors
President
Paul Spear
Vice President
Rob Sauve
Treasurer
Ray McClaran
Secretary
Shirley Wurth
Members
Jim Barnes
Kim Harris
Essie Hatcher
Wilbur Knoles
Bob Oldham
Thomas Padilla
Vicki Tarpley
Staff
Introducing Rhonda Hughes
We have a new Occupational Therapist here at Southeast! Rhonda Hughes moved
often when she was a kid. She lived in Raytown, Lee's Summit, and Kansas City. Her
family then moved to Warrensburg after sixth grade, where she lived until she
graduated high school. Rhonda moved back to Raytown while she went to the
Kansas City Art Institute to learn about darkroom procedures with black and white
film.
Photography was Rhonda’s first love from the age of nine when she was given a
polaroid camera for Christmas. She worked for several studios in the Kansas City
area while working towards her Masters in Photography through the National
Professional Photography Association. Rhonda owned Rhonda's Custom
Photography from 1989 to 2009, then decided to go back to school and get
a degree to be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. She received that
degree in May 2011.
Rhonda has two daughters and six grandchildren. Her hobbies include running,
bicycling, volunteering, riding motorcycles and almost anything to do with nature.
She still loves photography, but Occupational Therapy is her current passion.
Rhonda wanted to become an Occupational Therapist because she grew up with a
cousin, Jimmy, who was born with Muscular Dystrophy. She was very close to Jimmy
and has loved helping people since she was a little girl and now she gets to do it
for a living.
“I love coming to work at Southeast and being able to work with everyone
employed there,” Rhonda says. “When I get to help other people it helps me to
grow as a person! I feel blessed to work with all of you and hope to be here a
long time.”
Executive Director
DeeAnn Stock
Administrative Assistant
Marty Wygas
Program Director
Carolyn Osborn
Production Director
Paul Helton
Business Development
Megan Gurera
Work Skills Specialist
Sarah Cole
Secretary/Marketing
Lisa Davis
Part-Time Data Entry
Otto Knapheide
Utility
Lisa Mabrey
Driver/Maintenance/IT
Drew Harl
Lead Supervisor
Kim Jennings
PT Occupational Therapy
Rhonda Hughes
Supervisors:
Neva Crippen
Theresa Denti
Mary Howen
Linda Kirn
Stacy Lane
Terri McReynolds
Sheryl Wilson
Welcome,
New Employees!
Johmeasha G.
Jennifer O.
Amber S.
Robert S.
Michael S.
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2014 USA GAMES
Most Cooperative
Award
Anniversaries
Keith V.
Deon S.
Joe C.
Most Improved Award
Jason S.
Crystal H.
Rusty F.
Most Appropriately
Groomed Award
Becky S.
John P.
Roger W.
Bill D.
David B.
Neal W.
Rodney P.
Vincent W.
Flint W.
Derrick W.
Caitlyn B.
Alarice W.
Bob W.
22 yrs
16 yrs.
16 yrs.
12 yrs.
12 yrs.
9 yrs.
7 yrs.
5 yrs.
4 yrs.
4 yrs.
3 yrs.
3 yrs.
1 yr.
Cindy J.
Alarice W.
John P.
Every four years, Special Olympics conducts national
summer games in the United States that includes athletes
from all 52 US Programs. New Jersey is proud to have
been selected as host of the 2014 Special Olympics USA
Games, the Games of Welcome and Acceptance.
The 2014 Special Olympics USA Games will showcase
athletes competing in several official and demonstration
sports. Competitions will be offered in both traditional and
Unified Partner® play, bringing together the community to
support and play side-by-side with our athletes in what is
expected to be the most inclusive games in Special
Olympics history.
While the Games will highlight competition, special events
including Opening and Closing Ceremonies, athlete events
and educational programs through the week, will create an
experience of a lifetime for all athletes, families and
volunteers in attendance . . . leading to a change in
understanding and acceptance of persons with intellectual
disabilities in communities throughout New Jersey and
throughout the United States. (www.somo.org)
Employees of the Month
Lamont G. - Lamont likes working on jobs for
Zoetis, formerly Pfizer, and processing
Holiday Lights in Sheryl’s area. His favorite
foods include any kind of beans and liver.
When he is not working, Lamont likes to go
visit many different places, especially the
casinos where he plays the slot machines. He
enjoys a wide variety of television shows, but
scary movies are definitely his favorite.
Lamont would love to take a trip to New York
City one day.
2014 USA Special Olympics Games
Jennifer D. - Jennifer works in Theresa’s
area and her favorite jobs include
packaging Zoetis products and working on
any of the Remel jobs. She likes to watch
“The Big Bang Theory” and “Everybody
Loves Raymond” on television and her
favorite movies are Jackie Chan’s films. In
her free time, Jennifer enjoys embroidery
and making bracelets. Jennifer’s favorite
meals are Chinese and Thai food.
“Working here is fun and enjoyable,” says
Jennifer.
STATISTICS
Held in Princeton, NJ from
June 13 - 21, 2014
14 Olympic-style sports
3,500 athletes from all 50
states, 1,000 coaches, 8,000
volunteers, and 50,000
friends, family and spectators
4 venues: including Princeton
University, Rider University,
The College of New Jersey,
and Mercer County Park
Projected economic impact for
New Jersey - $50 million
Opening ceremony to be held
at The Prudential Center,
home of the New Jersey
Devils NHL hockey team.
Last National US games were
held in Lincoln, NE in 2010
Competitions include:
Swimming, Track & Field,
Basketball, Bocce, Bowling,
Cycling, Flag Football,
Gymnastics, Golf, Powerlift,
Soccer, Softball, Tennis,
Congratulations, Lamont and Jennifer!
Volleyball, Baseball and
Triathlon
Team Missouri - 124 total
delegates: 77 athletes, 35
coaches, 12 Unified Partners,
and 2 employees from
Southeast Enterprises
36 Missouri counties
represented
250+ days spent training
124,000+ miles walked, run,
biked, etc. during training
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Anniversaries
Susan H.
Kathy G.
Lisa A.
Pam S.
Sharon G.
Jeanette C.
Marcus J.
Jim J.
Chris R.
24 yrs
21 yrs.
18 yrs.
17 yrs.
16 yrs.
15 yrs.
15 yrs.
14 yrs.
12 yrs.
Keith R.
James Sa.
Owen K.
Brandon A.
Chris S.
Donnell G.
Kollette H.
Pat A.
9 yrs.
9 yrs.
9 yrs.
7 yrs.
6 yrs.
1 yr.
1 yr.
1 yr.
Don’t forget to
send in your Best
Choice Labels!
John Paul E.
John St.
David B.
Most Improved Award
Flint W.
Alan E.
Employees of the Month
Renae M. - Renae enjoys working on
Roger “Skippy” W. - Skippy works in
jobs for Remel (i.e. caps and sporks) and
processing Christmas lights in Linda’s
area. Her favorite foods include spaghetti, tacos and shrimp alfredo. When
she is not working, Renae likes to bowl,
go shopping and listen to music like The
Beatles, The Beach Boys, Backstreet Boys
and N’Sync. Her favorite TV shows are
“iCarly,” “Big Time Rush,” “Drake &
Josh,” “Full House,” and “Zoey 101.”
Renae’s favorite movies are Air Bud and
Beethoven. She also fond of playing
board and computer games and having
movie night with her roommate, Kelsey.
Terri’s area and his favorite jobs include
packaging animal pharmaceuticals for
Zoetis and brochures for USA800. He
likes to watch “Wheel of Fortune” and
baseball on television and his favorite
movies star Humphrey Bogart. Skippy
likes eating pears, turkey and cheese.
Terri, Roger’s supervisor says, “All of
Skippy’s co-workers love working with
him. He is a pleasure to have in our
group; always at work and tries his best
at everything!”
Congratulations, Renae & Roger!
We are pleased to
congratulate loyal
customer, Mid-Continent
Public Library, as the
2014 National Medal for
Museum and Library
Service Award recipient.
Mid-Continent Public
Library serves residents in
Jackson, Clay, and Platte
counties in the Kansas
L-R Community member Alicia Moore, MCPL Director Steven
City
metropolitan area.
V. Potter, and First Lady Michelle Obama
The library system, which
turns 50 in 2015, was developed when multiple county and city libraries
joined together to provide greater access to the communities they served.
Today, the system has 30 branch libraries, 4 automated library locations,
the virtual library, and the Midwest Genealogy Center. The system has put
a major emphasis on early literacy and on ensuring access to resources that
both educate and entertain. (www.imls.gov/news)
Most Cooperative
Award
Most Appropriately
Groomed Award
Patsy W.
Teresa M.
Gwyn E.
On Saturday, April 19th, the Down
Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City
hosted this year’s prom at the Overland
Park Convention Center. The theme was
“Bright Lights, Big City.” A formal dinner
was provided for attendees and their dates.
Everyone danced the night away after
dinner.
Prom: Bright Lights, Big City
L-R Tiffany J., Jackie O. & Tammy P. looking gorgeous in
their formal attire. (Photo courtesy of Jackie O.)
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Most Cooperative
Award
Patty G.
Andrea P.
Larry S.
Most Improved
Award
William G.
Caitlyn B.
Raul M.
Danny J. - Danny enjoys working on jobs
Chris R. - Chris works in Stacy’s area
for Zoetis and Mr. LongArm in Kim’s area.
His favorite foods include chicken fingers
from Applebee’s and his mom’s Mexican
food. When he is not working, Danny likes
to participate in Special Olympics
(swimming and bocce), and watch TV, especially KC Royals baseball. His favorite
TV shows are “Gilligan’s Island” and anything to do with sports. Danny really likes
working at Southeast!
and his favorite job is measuring and
packaging spices for Mama Socorro’s. He
likes to watch cartoons on television,
especially “Scooby Doo.” Chris likes eating
spaghetti and chili, and his favorite
restaurant is McDonald’s. In his free time,
Chris enjoys watching TV and listening to
Classic Rock music. He absolutely loves the
Beatles! “Chris is my go-to guy for Mama
Socorro’s,” says Supervisor Stacy L.
Congratulations, Danny & Chris!
Most Appropriately
Groomed Award
Brenda B.
Nicole M.
Phillip H.
Anniversaries
Curtis H.
Rachel W.
Jacque K.
Cindy J.
Lamont G.
Deon S.
Kendra P.
Katie P.
Jonathan W.
James St.
Erich W.
Thurmond C.
Dominique S.
Russell F.
Employees of the Month
37 yrs
31 yrs
31 yrs
26 yrs
18 yrs
17 yrs
17 yrs
16 yrs
16 yrs
11 yrs
8 yrs
8 yrs
3 yrs
1 yr
If you are thinking of donating to Southeast Enterprises, we would
appreciate any of the following: folding chairs, rolls of paper towels,
and shop rags for the workshop. Thank you for your consideration!
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy, often called OT, is the use of treatments to develop, recover, or maintain
the daily living and work skills of people with a physical, mental or developmental condition.
Occupational therapy is a client-centered practice that places a premium on the progress
towards the client’s goals. Occupational therapy interventions focus on adapting the environment,
modifying the task, teaching the skill, and educating the client/family in order to increase
participation in and performance of daily activities, particularly those that are meaningful to the
client.
Priscilla Sue S. Retires!
Friday, May 2, 2014
After nearly thirty years at Southeast Enterprises, Priscilla Sue S.
announced her retirement at the employee meeting on Friday, May 2,
2014. As seen to the right with our Program Director, Carolyn Osborn, she
received a special certificate and hugs from everyone. Priscilla is looking
forward to resting and relaxing. She says she will miss Southeast and
everyone here, but promises to visit from time to time. We will sure miss
her!
Congratulations, Priscilla!
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Staff Anniversaries 2014
DeeAnn Stock
Marty Wygas
Carolyn Osborn
Kim Jennings
Sheryl Wilson
38 yrs
34 yrs
33 yrs
31 yrs
28 yrs
Theresa Denti
Sarah Cole
Mary Howen
Otto Knapheide
Linda Kirn
24 yrs
19 yrs
18 yrs
13 yrs
7 yrs
2014 Donors (March - May)
Cathy Offutt
Dolly Garcia
Richard & Doris Schmidt
Eva & Cathy Miller
Robert & Darlyne Sego
Patricia Brewster
Kimberly Tiemeyer
Kristina Todd
Rosie Grant
Velda Gantner
A special “Thankyou” goes out to
Carol Clifton for
donating lots of
gently used sheet
sets for our first
aid room.
Dixie & Marvin Droege
In Honor of Pam S.’s 17 Year
Anniversary
Marilyn Steinzeig
In Memory of Ken Stanfield
Alice McGrath
Drew Harl
Paul Helton
Terri McReynolds
Megan Gurera
Neva Crippen
5 yrs
4 yrs
3 yrs
3 yrs
1 yr
Lisa Davis
Lisa Mabrey
Stacy Lane
1 yr
1 yr
1 yr
2014 Donors (March - May) cont.
In Memory of Don C.
Carol & Mark Clifton
Bill & Kathy Cain
Bill & Marty Wygas
In Memory of Ken Burton
Lois Burton
In Memory of Jim Vanzant
Rosalie Vanzant
In Memory of Danny D.
Ray & Jean Brewster
Helena Vasconcellos
Margaret Bredson
Carol & Mark Clifton
Joan Svoboda
Steve & Kathy Eginoire
Dick & Mary Brummel
Orma Varns
Bill & Marty Wygas
Two employees from Southeast Enterprises will be representing the state of Missouri at the 2014
Special Olympics USA Games in New Jersey.
Tanya J.
Tanya has been involved with Special Olympics for 10
years and has been selected to represent Missouri’s team
in bowling. She also participates in bocce, floor hockey
and athletics. In 2010, Tanya attended the National
Games in Nebraska and participated in athletics. Tanya’s
hero/idol is her sister and she likes to work jigsaw puzzles
in her free time. She currently works at Southeast in Terri’s
area. Her favorite SOMO event is bowling, although she
enjoys simply participating and winning medals.
(Borrowed from www.somo.org)
Tiffany W.
Tiffany has been involved with Special Olympics for 20+
years and has been selected to represent Missouri’s team
in bowling also. Additionally, she participates in
basketball, volleyball, soccer, bowling, floor hockey and
track & field. Some of Tiffany’s hobbies are reading,
talking to friends and family, and singing in the choir at
church. Tiffany’s hero/idol is Derrick Thomas because he
was her mentor and part of the reading program. She
currently works at Southeast in Theresa’s area. Her
favorite moment at a SOMO event is the 2013 State
Summer Games because the basketball team came in first
place.
Interesting & Important Dates
Saturday, June 14 - Flag Day
Sunday, June 15 - Father’s Day
Sunday, Sept. 7 - Grandparent’s Day
Thursday, Sept. 11 - Patriot Day
Saturday, June 21 - First Day of Summer
Friday, July 4 - Independence Day
(Southeast will be CLOSED.)
Friday, July 18 - JaCo Parks & Rec Ice
Cream Dance
Sunday, July 27 - Parent’s Day
Tuesday, August 19 - National Aviation Day
Friday, August 22 - JaCo Parks & Rec
Summer Sizzler Dance
Monday, September 1 - Labor Day
(Southeast will be CLOSED.)
Friday, Sept. 19 - National POW/MIA
Recognition Day
Friday, September 26 - Native
Americans’ Day
Monday, October 13 - Columbus Day
Thursday, October 16 - Boss’ Day
Friday, October 31 - Halloween
Southeast Enterprises
P.O. Box 9473
6701 Booth
Kansas City, MO 64133
Phone: 816-353-2704
Fax: 816-353-3475
Email: info@southeastenterprises.org
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opportunities help our
employees capitalize on their
motivation, confidence, and
determination.
ISO 9001:2008 Certified
Quality System certified
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Hour Division
♦ DOE—Department of Elementary &
Secondary Education, Sheltered
Workshop Section
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 COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
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 WELL-TRAINED DEDICATED WORK FORCE
Located at 6701 Booth, Kansas City, MO 64133
For information or bids, contact
phone 816-353-2704 – fax 816-353-3475