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The Butterfly Effect 
Changing Lives One Person At A Time 3rd Quarter 2008
In This Issue
What will the rate cuts mean?
United Way Contributions
Donation Boxes Coming
Delmarva Review
Why The Butterfly?
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We chose the butterfly for our logo because of "The Butterfly Effect."  The meaning comes from a 1972 talk given by Edward Lorenz to the American Association for the Advancement of Science describing the chaos theory titled, "Does The Flap
Of A Butterfly's Wings In Brazil Set Off A Tornado In Texas."
   In other words, the ripples of a very small change can make a huge difference down the road.
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Where have we been?
 
We know it's been a while, but with all the changes and turmoil in the State's waiver system, we've been busy!  So we hope you'll enjoy the information in this addition and forgive us for our tardiness.
What Will The Rate Cuts Mean for HH?
Budget cuts As I'm sure you're aware, the State of Florida has implemented another rate reduction for service providers.  This action has already caused some providers to discontinue some or all of their services.  Henderson Haven is working hard to insure we're not one of them.
 
As the State continues to push for group-based, segregated services, we stand firm in our belief those services reduce or eliminate choice for those effected, and we're determined to help keep people's dreams and life choices alive.  You have our word, we will never succumb to the pressures to abandon our belief that everyone should have the right to live in their own home, have a real job, and be an active member of their communities.
 
We have already taken actions to help reduce the cost of providing our services and we're looking at ways to increase revenue as well.  You'll be hearing more about what you can do to help in the future.  We hope you'll take the needed action to help us continue to prove segregated services are outdated and not needed.
 
Choose Henderson Haven for your United Way contributionUnited AY
United Way supports some great organizations in our area.  They also make it easy to be a contributor to your community by deducting your donations from your paycheck.  That's why many employers encourage their staff to sign up each year. 
 
What some people don't realize is that you can instruct United Way on where you want your contributions to go!  By designating the recipients for your donations, you're in charge of who you support and who you don't.
 
As the employee drives for this year's campaigns move forward, please consider Henderson Haven as the recipient for some or all of your United Way contributions.  We need your help to ensure the choices for those we serve in North Florida are not taken away.
Look for donation boxes in your community
Change to make a Change In an effort to help offset the funding cuts imposed on us by the State, we are placing donation boxes at local businesses to help support those we serve in continuing to live lives of choice and inclusion. 
 
Please look for these boxes coming in late August, support our needs and support the businesses that have graciously given their support of our cause.  Look for a list of locations on our site coming soon!
Henderson Haven receives top ranking for the second time in a row.
Once again, the Delmarva Foundation has given Henderson Haven the highest possible overall ranking for the services we provide to North Florida.  The Delmarva Foundation is the organization contracted with the State of Florida to ensure the services provided through the Medicaid Waivers are the best they can be as well as making sure they meet all the minimum standards needed to provide services.
 
You can find out more about the Florida State Quality Assurance Program here.  You can also check the results of any Florida provider's review here.  
Thank you for your continued support in our programs.  All of us at Henderson Haven appreciate your belief in our vision of everyone living the life they have chosen for themselves regardless of their perceived abilities.
 
It takes all of our business partners, volunteers, family members, directors, and of course, our dedicated staff working together to make this vision a reality for everyone in North Florida.  It's because of people like you it's working, and it is.
 
We're proving that our system can work for anyone and we're even showing that in the long run, our way is cheaper.  We can see a future for Florida where segregation is a thing of the past and everyone is able to be a contributing member of their communities.
 
Sincerely,
 

Lee Henderson
Henderson Haven, Inc.