Community Services Of Venango County, Inc. 2013 Calendar Resources Opportunities Hope 2011-2012 Annual Report Message from Board President and Executive Director The theme of Community Services of Venango County, Inc's (CSVC) annual report for 2011-2012 focuses on "Helping Hands". Throughout all of our lives, we receive helping hands; some we notice, some we don't. Great opportunities to reach out to others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day. In this calendar you can read the stories of families who found the strength to reach out to overcome crisis in their lives but also the courage to share their personal stories. They remind us that even in the darkest times, with just a little encouragement, hope and healing is truly possible. Inspired by stories such as these, CSVC will continue to extend our hands to lift up others to keep our community strong. Despite a year filled with challenges and resource demands due to our fragile economy, CSVC is as strong and effective as it has ever been. Our agency enters the 2012-2013 year mission-focused, on a solid financial footing and seeking innovative ways to enhance our programs so that we can better serve others. Especially noteworthy is that we secured new funding through the Maternal Infant, Early Childhood Home Visitation Competitive Grant. This funding allows us to implement a Parents as Teachers program in Crawford, Forest and Venango counties. This program will serve the families on the waitlist for Early Head Start in all three counties. With the leadership of our Governing Board, the diligence of our staff, and the generous hands of many friends and donors in the community, CSVC will continue to look confidently towards the future. You all have lent a hand to help those who struggle to hold on to their hope. Working together, we are stronger in the good works we provide those we serve. We hope your lives have been touched as well. Give of your hands to Serve ..... Mother Theresa Week of the Young Child Promoting literacy through PA OneBook Barbara Feroz, Ph.D. Executive Director Board of Directors: With Gratitude, Courtney Cox Governing Board President Courtney Cox, Board President Barbara A. Feroz, Ph.D. Executive Director Courtney Cox-President Linda Routzahn-Vice President Soni Graff-Secretary/Treasurer Tait Brady Erin Kelly Donna Rapp Hanna Rodgers Erin Schwimmer Staff Administrative Staff: Barbara A. Feroz, Ph.D. William E. Lucia Cindy Woloszyn Teia Snyder Sally McIntyre Family First Early Head Start Coordinators: Executive Director Director of Finance Human Resources/Facility Director Accountant Administrative Assistant Administrative Support Staff: Ternesha Bradley Olivia Fox Dennis Graham Fran Dlugos Chantal Haminger Gloria Taylor Secretary-Oil City Secretary-Rocky Grove Maintenance Worker Clothing Room Manager Administrative Assistant-Crawford Administrative Assistant-Titusville Alisha Myers Anne Bakker Alison Carson Melissa Knapp Lori Dirks Angela Groshner Beth Owens Beth Freer Mary Jane Verhoff Julie Knauff Tiffany Jordan Sondra Anderson Program Directors: Melissa Bensink Deborah Thorp Stephanie Coston Mary Jeanne Gavin Stacey Skinner Families First Early Head Start/Parents As Teachers Home Visitors Families First Early Head Start-Venango Families First Early Head Start-Crawford/Titusville Community Voices Social Services Programs Parents As Teachers/Welcome Every Child Amanda Blauser Lisa Barnhart Jessie Craig Amanda Daubenspeck Leslie Donaldson Jodi Ei Sarah Herrell-Lu Brooke Hoffman Veronica McCauley Michele Minich Program Coordinators Jessica Struthers Katina Tucker Scott Walters Shannon Bizjak Site Supervisor Education/Supervisor Education/Supervisor Health Health Heath Mental Health Mental Health ERSEA ERSEA Data Data Events Community Voices Early Intervention Independent Evaluator Early Intervention Independent Evaluator Michiele Newhard Mandy Nugent Amy Owensby Melanie Rog Chris Sanford Meghan Snyder Kellie Steadman Elsie Strickland Deanna Urquhart Deanna Wakefield Mission Statement: To plant resources, grow opportunities and nurture hope for the future with the individuals and families we serve Vision Statement: To provide leadership and high quality services to promote healthy children, families, and communities Values: Compassionate Supports Vested in the Community Volunteers Lending a Hand in our Community “Being able to volunteer for the Welcome Every Child (WEC) program has been a very positive experience for me. Volunteering has given me the opportunity to make an impact on someone else’s life, including my own. Volunteering for WEC has strengthened my commitment to my community and I have been able to give back to my community for all it has given me. Being part of the WEC program I have come to realize how much one person can impact another when they give without expecting anything in return. Because of my experience with WEC I plan to continue to make volunteering an important part of my life.” Jonathan M. Verhoff, Venango Catholic High School Fill a Bowl Empty Bowls Feed a Family Our First Annual Empty Bowls event was held on March 15, 2012 at Wanango Golf Club, in Reno PA. Chefs were from: Wanango Golf Club, Classy Catering, Mosaic Cafe, Bella Cucina, Stuffed Tortilla, and AmaZing Foods and Café. Students from Cranberry and Oil City School Districts created and donated souvenir bowls for attendees to take home as a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world. Many local artists donated their art and many local businesses donated prizes for the Silent Auction and Raffle that was held at the Empty Bowls Event. “I am really glad that so many restaurants came together for such a strong cause, to help the community. This event gave the restaurants in our area an excellent publicity event, and a chance to give back to our community in such a meaningful way.” Michael Mansfield, Bella Cucina “It’s was a wonderful way to teach the kids to give back to the community without expecting anything in return. The kids really put forth a lot of effort on each bowl. They tried to make their bowls special, knowing that they would be given to someone and helping others.” Pam Marterella, Oil City Elementary “It was a wonderful cause and it allowed us the chance to share our support for our community. Community Services does so much for our area. Another great aspect of the empty bowl event was our ability to work together with so many chefs working for a worthy cause.” Cathy Exley, Classy Catering Emergency Aid “I was living out of my car trying to find places to sleep and wash up. One day while walking the streets, I ran into a police officer and told him my story. I was directed to Community Services of Venango County. They helped me find the Emergency Shelter where I stayed for over 30 days. When an apartment at Community Services of Venango County became available, I moved in and started receiving help. They helped me find work, services and all kinds of encouragement. I can’t begin to say how much they have meant to me. They helped me to survive when I thought it was the end of the line for me.“ David January “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth” Mohammed Ali Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Retention and Recruitment of Direct Care Workers/Life Skills “For years, I didn’t know what I wanted to do in my life. I finally decided to call Community Services and sign up for the CNA classes at the Venango Technology Center. The teachers were great and made sure we understood the material. I got my CNA certificate and was hired on by a nursing home. I love my job, it is full time with benefits. If it wasn’t for this program, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I feel good about myself and want to become an RN someday.” Mary February “Hope is faith holding out its hand in the dark” George Iles Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com PA WORKWEAR/Work Ready “I was having a hard time finding work. I filled out many applications and went on tons of interviews. Finally, I got a call about a job, if I could start later that day. I had no clothes to wear to work. Then I remembered PA WORKWEAR. I went to Community Services and found the exact clothes, accessories, and shoes that I needed. I was able to start my job that day!” Dawn March “To make a man happy, fill his hands with work” Frederick E. Crane Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 25 Empty Bowls 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Welcome Every Child/Nurse/Home Visitor “I learned about Families First Network when I received a gift basket from the Welcome Every Child Program when I had my first daughter at age sixteen. Welcome Every Child introduced me to the Nurse Home Visitor and Early Head Start Programs which I have actively participated in. It will be hard to close this chapter of our lives, but I just want to say thank you to Families First Network, without you I know I would not be who I am today.” Alyssa April “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men” Frederick Douglass Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Postal Food Drive "I have a great deal of respect for people who are in need. I was there at one time going to food pantries until I got used to getting help from SNAP. I have volunteered for the last 7 years because I want to continue to help others. That is what the Good Lord told us to do." Rick May “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one” Mother Teresa Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com LEARN/Family Café “My son was thrilled when the LEARN program honored him as a quality early learning “Shining Star”. Avery began attending Cranberry Child Development Centers when he was 20 months old. Over the past two years Avery’s preschool teachers and my family have been able to collaborate to meet his needs and prepare him for kindergarten. The teachers at this 4 star center were knowledgeable and recognized Avery’s unique needs. It is amazing how much Avery has grown and matured in the past year. I am also thrilled that Avery was recognized as a “Shining Star”. He has the certificate he was awarded on his bedroom wall. He is doing amazing in Kindergarten and continues to be a “Shining Star”.” Michele June “The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you” B.B. King Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Community Voices Independent Monitoring For Quality (IM4Q) “The Dr. showed concerned when I wanted to hold my baby after hearing “Your daughter appears to have Down’s Syndrome”. I was a cop when she was born and she was a beautiful, beautiful angel. I didn’t know anything about disabilities or Downs Syndrome but I’ve always been up for a good challenge. I believe in 7 years this child has planted more seeds than most of the people I’ve met. She has unconditional love, goodness, and purity. Her energy and passion drives me.” Kurt July “Responsibility walks hand in hand with capacity and power” Josiah Gilbert Holland Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Community Voices Consumer/Family Satisfaction Team (C/FST) “When I contacted a woman for a survey, she was crying. A few days after our meeting she called back and said, “You called me just in time, I did not know what I was going to do, I felt totally alone that day. Then you came and talked to me, I can tell this is more then just a job for you. I am going to call you my angel from now on.” Mary August “What lies behind us, and what lies before us, are tiny matters compared to what lies within us” Ralph Waldo Emerson Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Families First Early Head Start Venango ““The encouragement that I have received from the EHS program has helped motivate me to accomplishments I never thought would be possible. This program has not only helped me to succeed in passing my GED, and getting my driver’s license, but it has helped me grow as a parent, a student and an individual. “ Sharon September “Remember, we all stumble, every one of us, that’s why it’s a comfort to go hand-in-hand” Emily Kinbrough Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Families First Early Head Start Crawford and Titusville “I first enrolled in EHS when my family and I were involved with Children and Youth Services. Through the support of EHS and others, my case with CYS has been closed. We continue to be part of the EHS family.” Kathy October “There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than in the way in which it treats its children” Nelson Mandela Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Friends For Food “I was separated from my husband 3 weeks before Thanksgiving. With no money and no job I didn’t know what to do. I found out about Friends for Food and was able to get our Thanksgiving Dinner. Everyone was so kind and nice and I really felt welcomed. Since that time I have been blessed to be able to give back every year and donate in hopes that someone else in need will find their Thanksgiving as thankful as we found ours. Thank you to Community Services for doing this, as you never know when you may be the one who is standing in that line.” Kathy November “If you want to eliminate hunger, everybody has to be involved” Bono Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com The Spirit of Giving and Adopt-A-Family “I am a young single mom raising a daughter. The baby's father had moved to Texas and I had no income. I lost my parents at a young age and so I didn't have any help. Adopt a Family gave me the help and comfort that I needed at Christmas to make sure my daughter would have a nice Christmas. The gifts were wrapped beautifully and had our names on each tag. What a help this was!” Betty December “What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store, what if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more” Dr. Seuss Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Community Services of Venango County, Inc. www.csvenango.com Making an Impact Social Services: Food, Clothing, Shelter 3741 families with 10,938 family members received emergency food bags 78,540+ canned and boxed food items were distributed 11,084 items of clothing were disseminated 1,752 families with 4,657 family members received clothing 212 adults and children received winter coats 111 individuals attended Life Skills classes 303 households received Christmas assistance for 771 children 34 families, serving 110 family members received Christmas gifts from 24 sponsors as part of Adopt-A-Family Program 12 apartments occupied serving the homeless and people with mental illness and addiction 1,400 households received a turkey and holiday food for Thanksgiving through Friends For Food Jail Outreach 43 female inmates were provided educational information 25 sessions were held; materials were provided to increase communication and connection with their children Community Voices Consumer/Family Satisfaction Team 251 mental health provider and drug/substance abuse surveys completed 61% surveys were completed face-to -face 95% of people surveyed identified their provider staff was respectful and friendly 90% of people surveyed identified the services they were receiving were consistent with recovery based principles Community Voices Independent Monitoring For Quality 235 individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families surveyed 97% of those surveyed reported being happy with their home and work 93% of people surveyed reported their housemates and staff in their homes are very nice or nice Local Education And Resource Network (LEARN) 66 parents and children attended monthly Family Café’s 500 people attended Children’s Day at the Cranberry Mall 97 people attended the Kindergarten readiness event Ready, Set, Go Movie Saturday, 380+ children received books at 19 area early learning sites/centers during Week of the Young Child Families First Early Head Start Early Head Start Venango 161 pregnant women and children served 106 families served 100% funded enrollment maintained for 116 slots 99% of children up to date on primary and preventative care 98% of children up to date on immunizations 49% of children had a dental home 20% of children served had a diagnosed disability 18 parents served on Parent Committee and planned 5 events 264 attended Parent Committee events 514 people, 246 children and 268 family members, attended Socialization Group 8 parents served on Policy Council and shared governance capacity with CSVC Board of Directors 23 children transitioned to Head Start 7 children transitioned to other Early Learning Programs 97% of children met their school readiness goals Families First Early Head Start Early Head Start Crawford 96 pregnant women and children served 65 families served 100% funded enrollment maintained for 72 slots 89% of children up to date on primary and preventative care 96% children up to date on immunizations 22% children had a dental home 29% served had a diagnosed disability 3 parents served on Parent Committee & planned 7 events 364 people attended Parent Committee events 501 people, 258 children and 243 family members, attended Socialization Groups 6 parents served on Policy Council and shared governance capacity with CSVC Board of Directors 15 children transitioned to Head Start 2 children transitioned to other Early Learning Programs 93% of children met their school readiness goals Welcome Every Child 235 gift baskets were delivered to expectant parents and families with newborns 19% were delivered to teen mothers 2693 volunteer hours were logged by Basket delivery volunteers and blanket makers 110 referrals were made to the EHS and N/HV programs 138 referrals to other agencies Nurse/Home Visitor 33 pregnant women and children were served 100% of the pregnant women enrolled received prenatal and post partum care 98% program participation rate Families First Early Head Start Early Head Start Titusville 24 pregnant women and children served 16 families served 100% funded enrollment reached for 24 slots 81% children up to date on immunizations 2 children served had a diagnosed disability 2 events were held with 14 families in attendance Retention and Recruitment 5 individuals in the program 27 individuals referred to program 128 training hours PA Work Ready 13 individuals in the program 92% average program participation rate PA WORKWEAR 102 individuals suited by program via referrals/walk-ins 43 were referred by the County Assistance Office Early Intervention 115 evaluation visits were completed 66 Individual Family Services Plan visits were completed Agency Finances and Funding Sources Sources of Revenue and Other Support, 20111-2012 Rental Income, $127,000 Contributions and Other Support, $71,000 Funding Sources 2011-2012 Donations Released from Temporary Restrictions, $208,000 Charitable Trusts Anna Lawler Charitable Trust Samuel Justus Charitable Trust Other Program Revenue, $489,000 Laura Smedley Charitable Trust Early Head Start, $1,565,000 Frederick and Ellen Fair Charitable Trust Charles L. Suhr Charitable Trust Elizabeth Black Charitable Trust Office of Child Development and Early Learning General Expenses, 2011-2012 Materials, supplies and Other, $102,000 Depreciation, $69,000 Office of Economic Opportunity Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Training and Technical Support, $117,000 Private Donations Building Maintenance, Utilities, and Insurance, $229,000 United Way of Venango County US Department of Health & Human Services US Department of Housing & Urban Development Client Services, $317,000 Salary, Wages, and Benefits, $1,618,000 Venango Area Community Foundation Venango County Children & Youth Venango County Mental Health/Developmental Services Early Head Start Funding Early Head Start-Venango Category Early Head Start-Venango 2011-2012 Program Year Actual Budget Personnel $ 675,849 $ 681,135 Supplies $ 17,871 $ Training $ 39,434 Travel $ Communication Other Category 2012-2013 Budget Projections Projected Budget Personnel $ 669,203 $ 681,135 17,002 Supplies $ 20,744 $ 17,002 $ 35,317 Training $ 38,697 $ 35,317 30,800 $ 30,600 Travel $ 34,035 $ 30,600 $ 8,841 $ 10,700 Communication $ 9,480 $ 10,700 $ 60,209 $ 58,250 Other $ 60,845 $ 58,250 Total Cash $ 833,004 $ 833,004 Total Cash $ 833,004 $ 833,004 Total In-Kind $ 208,251 $ 208,251 Total In-Kind $ 208,251 $ 208,251 $ 1,041,255 $ 1,041,255 $ 1,041,255 $ 1,041,255 Total Budget-EHS Venango Total Budget-EHS Venango Early Head Start-Crawford Category 2010-2011Program Year Actual Early Head Start-Crawford Budget Personnel $ 489,343 $ 520,200 Supplies $ 73,094 $ Training $ 66,000 Travel $ Communication Category 2011-2012 Budget Projections Projected Budget Personnel $ 634,337 $ 653,702 29,300 Supplies $ 33,270 $ 39,304 $ 49,290 Training $ 45,098 $ 41,607 15,772 $ 29,500 Travel $ 29,470 $ 23,888 $ 9,234 $ 15,910 Communication $ 11,262 $ 20,595 Transportation $ 7,783 $ Transportation $ 39,285 $ 13,600 Other Total Cash Total In-Kind $ $ 71,464 732,690 N/A $ $ 88,490 732,690 N/A Other Total Cash Total In-Kind $ $ 106,485 899,207 N/A $ $ 106,511 899,207 N/A $ 732,690 $ 732,690 $ 899,207 $ 899,207 Total Budget- EHS Crawford - Total Budget- EHS Crawford Community Services of Venango County, Inc. financial audit was prepared by O’Polka & Company. No findings or questioned costs were reported. Donors “Dare to reach out your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light” Norman B. Rice $1,000.00 & Over $499.00 & Under $99.00 & Under Christ United Methodist Church Center United Methodist Church Robert Adams Ladonna Singleton Faith Lutheran Church Cranberry Area Lions Club Patricia Bobbert Jodi Smith First Baptist Church Jeffrey A. Dinger M.E. & Helen V. Callaghan Kevin VanWormer First Presbyterian Church of Franklin Dollar Energy Fund Jacqueline Cauvel Margaret Voorhees First Presbyterian Church of Oil City James & Pamela Fry Jackie Cujas Scott & Debra Walters Galloway United Methodist Church Grace United Methodist Church Ruth Dennis Eric Warth Irwin Presbyterian Church Living Hope Family Church Paul Eiseman Jr. Jay Weckerly Dwayne Finegan Lynn Williams Franklin Rotary Club Douglas Zimmerman Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church Charles & Rebecca Stubler Henry B. & Beverly L. Suhr Jr. Bobbi Lunney Glenn McElhattan National Fuel Gas Company Patrick Gavin H. E. Gibson, V. Joy $999.00 & Under Odd Fellows Home of Western PA Jeff Bickel Gary Owensby Dee Boyer Patricia Peterson Congress Hill Church of God Presbyterian Women Electralloy Employee Contribution President Chapel Beth Hicks Fox Street Church of God Michael J. Rapp Irwin Missionary Society First Church of God Gwen Glass Richard & Lois Green Tamara & Samuel Guffey Susen Rossino Leah Kaltenbaugh Franklin Christian Minister’s Forum Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Shoup Myron & Mary Keverli Bob Gathers Lori Sibble Shawn Lander Sheri Goreczny Margaret Smith Vasile Lazar Heckathorn Church Sugarcreek United Methodist Church Paul Lorigan Tammy Karg UPMC Northwest Laboratory David Martin Duane Laskey Venango Draft Horse Frank Martyna National Fuel Gas Company Venango Technology Center Practical Nursing Students Bartholomew Mauther Beth Paup Oil City Chapter No. 605 Women of the Moose Anthony Sakalousky Wendy Perez Martha S. Stevenson Mary K. Peterson Susan Strus Plumer Community Association William Warren Jack & Norma Sanford New Directions Maternal Infant Early Childhood Home Visitation Grant CSVC received a competitive grant of $150,000 from the Office of Child Development and Early Learning to implement Parents As Teachers (PAT), an evidence-based model, in Crawford, Forest and Venango counties. This In-home program will serve 60 children and their families from pregnancy through kindergarten entry. The philosophy of PAT is to provide parents with child development knowledge and parenting support. PAT will also serve as a waitlist program for Early Head Start in all three counties. A program supervisor and three home visitors were hired to provide these services. Moving on UP!!! CSVC staff moved from the third floor to the fourth floor of the National Transit Building. Trenton Moulon, Executive Director of the National Transit Building, Civic Center board members, volunteers from Pathways, Court Supervision and our staff were instrumental in making this a relatively smooth transition! Community Services Of Venango County, Inc. 203 Center St. Oil City, PA 814-676-5011 206 Seneca St. Oil City, PA 814-678-7766 39 Parker Ave. Franklin, PA 814-432-5749 18278 Technology Dr. Meadville, PA 814-332-0242 117 W. Main St. Titusville, PA 814-775-0522 www.csvenango.com
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