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September 10, 2008 |
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Only 15 Seats Left for Ethics Speaker-Don't Miss Out!
Former Fugitive Presents "From Prominence to Prison: Why Smart People do Dumb Things"
GreaterFindlayInc. will
host the Annual Ethics in Business luncheon Sept. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
at the Findlay Inn and Conference Center, 200 E. Main Cross St., Findlay.
Keynote speaker for the event will be internationally recognized
business ethics authority, Patrick Kuhse. A former financial planner,
stockbroker, entrepreneur, international fugitive and federal inmate, Kushe will
present "From Prominence to Prison: Why Smart People do Dumb Things".
Brought to you by GreaterFindlayInc. and
Marathon Oil Company, Ethics in Business is FREE and open to the business
community. Space is limited and registration is required by September 10 to
GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or to rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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"Understanding Gender Cultures: What Inclusion Looks Like" Theme for Women's Leadership Forum Oct. 1
Are you a woman in business? Are you looking for opportunities to advance your career? Then don't miss GreaterFindlayInc.'s Women's Leadership Forum on
October 1, 2008 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Owens Community College. (Click here to print invitation)
Presented by Time Warner Cable Business Class, the forum is designed to empower women
entering/or in leadership roles within the Greater Findlay business
region by providing professional development opportunities aimed at
motivating and mentoring others.
Keynote speaker for the fall event will be George J. Stoll M.B.A.,
Diversity & Inclusion Trainer and Consultant (George Stoll &
Associates). Stoll will present "Understanding Gender Cultures: What
Inclusion Looks Like."
Stoll designs, develops and delivers workshops for diversity awareness
and skills training, supervisory and management skills training, team
building, preventing workplace and sexual harassment, and
self-discovery. Individuals, groups and organizations will learn how to
"close the gap" between where they are and where they want to be.
Agenda for the event is as follows:
11 a.m. Doors Open
11:15 a.m. Registration/Networking with Participating Exhibitors
11:30 a.m. Take Your Seats/Welcome/Lunch
12 p.m. Program with George Stoll
1 p.m. Adjourn
Registration: Advanced registration is required by September 17. Cost
to attend is $20 Members / $25 Non-Members (24 hour cancellation
required). The event includes lunch, networking and motivational
presentation. Don't forget to bring a friend and pass along this information to the professional women in your organization! To register, contact GFI at 419-422-3313 or click here.
Brought to you by our Business Partners: Marathon
Petroleum Company LLC / Best Buy Regional Distribution Center / Owens
Community College / Eastman & Smith Ltd. Attorneys at Law /
Blanchard Valley Health Systems /Culligan Water Conditioning / Members of GreaterFindlayInc. Leadership Circle / Emcee: Beth Wilson of Mix 96.7.
Participating Exhibitors include: Workspace
Concepts / H & O Services, LLC / Culligan Water Conditioning / FMT,
Inc. / JOBsolutions / Time Warner Cable Business Class / Flag City
Online / Group Benefit Consultants / The Effectiveness Group / United Insurance Service / Aardvark, Inc.
For more information, contact 419-422-3313 visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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JOBsolutions Career
Expo-Sept. 25
Schedule your company's
exhibit today!
Rarely can
one day have such a dramatic impact on your business! On Thursday, September 25,
from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. JOBsolutions will feature one of the biggest Career
Expo's in the area - JOBsolutions Expo 2008 at Owens Community College - Findlay
Campus!
The event begins with a free continental breakfast and an
informative, motivating talk loaded with practical advice you can implement
immediately. The breakfast is open to the public but seating is limited and
requires a reservation.
Following the breakfast, exhibits are open from
noon to 4:30 p.m. As an exhibitor at JOBsolutions Career Expo your company will have a convenient and
cost-effective way to:
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Promote your current or upcoming
employment opportunities
- Expand your pool of employee
prospects
- Accept applications and
resumes
- Conduct
interviews
Not hiring at the moment? Participating in
JOBsolutions Expo is still a great way to:
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Showcase your business
- Build visibility in the
community
- Support the area's
workforce
Each
participating company will have an assigned area to display information and talk
with job seekers. All booth spaces will include a 6-foot table, two chairs and
access to wireless Internet. In addition, JOBsolutions specialists will be
on-hand to explain the scope of workforce development programs available to help
you with your employment needs.
Cost to exhibit at the JOBsolutions Expo
is only $100 and includes lunch. Set-up is scheduled from 11 a.m. to noon.
By participating, you also will be automatically included in an hourly
random drawing to win one of many great prizes. The drawings will be held at the
top of each hour beginning at 1 p.m., and you must be present to
win!
JOBsolutions Expo will be promoted to the community through
television, print ads, billboards, radio spots and press releases. Open
to the public and free of charge, a broad range of job seekers is expected to
attend this program.
To take advantage of this remarkable one-day event contact
Carolyn Smithers at 419.422.3679 x1456 to reserve your space today. Discover
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When: Thursday, September 25, 2008
Where: Owens Community College
Time: Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Event begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Cost: $15 Members / $20 non-Members
*Held in conjunction with JOBsolutions Career Expo!
At this fast-paced networking event you will have the opportunity to
meet up to 20 business professionals, one-on-one, in 5 minute
increments. Business 2 Business Networking gives you the opportunity to
make new business contacts, pass on helpful referrals and increase your
company's exposure in the Greater Findlay region.
Here's what the last Business 2 Business attendees said:
- "This
event is a great way to network!"
- "This
was my first time at this event. Please keep me posted on upcoming events."
- "First time, great connections. Thanks!"
- "Totally
Awesome. I truly enjoyed it."
- "Wonderful
meeting all the new businesses in town."
- "Thanks
for everything! Once again it was great! It
couldn't be any better.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance; substitutions allowed. To register contact GreaterFindlayInc at 419-422-3313 or rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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GFI Hosts 45th Annual Small Business Awards
Gary
Harpst, Six Disciplines Founder & CEO, featured as keynote speaker 
GreaterFindlayInc. (GFI) and
the Findlay Publishing Company will present the 45th Annual Small
Business Awards 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, October 9, at the Winebrenner
Theological Seminary located at 950
N. Main St., Findlay.
To
register for the luncheon by September 30, contact GreaterFindlayInc. at
419-422-3313 or email rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com. Registration is $30 and begins at 11 a.m.
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Tax Efficient Investing Seminar-Sept. 17
The Young Rafaniello Group of Morgan Stanley would like
to invite you to...
"Tax Efficient Investing: Utilizing tax
free income, tax deferred growth and limiting realized capital gains
exposure"
Date: Wednesday, September 17,
2008
Time: 6:00 - 8:00
pm
Location: Findlay Country Club - North River
Room
Speakers for the event include:
Burr Young, Vice President - Morgan Stanley
Peter Rafaniello, CFP® - Morgan Stanley
Christopher Downey - Vice President, Franklin
Templeton
Chris Liebtag - Regional Vice President, ING
Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Friday, September 12th is required by calling
Mary Sue at 888-263-2246. Seating is limited so RSVP
today. The seminar is sponsored by Morgan Stanley, Franklin Templeton
and ING. For more information, contact Pete Rafaniello at 419-842-6527 or email peter.rafaniello@morganstanley.com.
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Entrepreneurial Boot Camp for Technology-Based Businesses
The 2008
Technology Boot Camp, "Building & Funding Your Technology-Based
Business" will be held on Friday, Sept. 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Owens Community
College, 3200 Bright Road, Findlay.
Tailored
for technology-based entrepreneurs ready to take their innovative business idea
to the next level, the Boot Camp will teach attendees how to identify critical
issues for your business plan and discover the keys to designing, starting and
running high-growth businesses. Topics include: Building a Foundation for a
Technology-Based Business; Financing your Business - Understanding and Accessing
Non Conventional Funding; Sales and Marketing; Legal and Accounting; HR and
Operations.
Keynote speaker
for the event will be Gary Harpst, Six Disciplines Execution Revolution.
To
register, visit http://rocketventures.org/Events/Boot_Camp/Registration.php.
Sign up before September 12, 2008 and receive a reduced entrance fee of $50! Registrations
received after Sept.12 will be $75. Students with valid school identification will
be charged $15.
The 2008 Technology
Boot Camp is sponsored by Rocket Ventures and Launch, programs of the Regional
Growth Partnership. The Regional Growth Partnership acknowledges the
contribution of the State of Ohio,
Department of Development, which provides funding in support of the Launch and
Rocket Ventures programs. Co-sponsors include GreaterFindlayInc. and NCC-ET.
For more
information contact Leslie Sherman at
419-252-2700, ext. 301 or sherman@rgp.org.
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Outstanding Customer Service Award
Nominate someone today at flagcityonline.com!
Flag City Online, Clear Channel, Gift Baskets by Design, The Trophy and Award Shop and GreaterFindlayInc.'s Ambassadors have teamed up to recognize outstanding customer service in the workplace!
 The winners are treated to lunch with five friends.Whether its business-to-business or business-to-consumer focus, customer service has a place in any organization, small or large. Take a moment to share with us who has provided you with outstanding customer service lately! Nominate someone today by visiting www.flagcityonline.com.
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Want to be More Successful? Find Out How with Dale Carnegie's Fall Training Sessions
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You're not too late! Registrations are still being accepted for the Dale Carnegie Training Course held this fall. Dale
Carnegie Training focuses on giving people in business the opportunity
to sharpen their skills and improve their performance in order to build
positive, steady, and profitable results.
The Dale Carnegie Course is accredited and graduates of the course can
receive 3 undergraduate credit hours. The course is also eligible for
Continuing Education Units.
There are only a few seats left so call
Dale Carnegie representative Chris Harben (419-618-7488) for more
information today!
Sign Up for Weekly E-Tips! Now, you can also sign up for free weekly "e-tips" from Dale Carnegie. By signing up,
each week you'll receive an e-mail tip to make you more successful.
Each tip will help you improve your motivation, interpersonal skills,
presentation abilities, leadership capabilities and more. You'll find
they are practical techniques that can be put into use immediately and
help you make real improvements in your performance. Get connected to
success!
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| GFI Calendar of Events |
Ribbon Cutting-Financial Design Group
September 10, 5 p.m.
655 Fox Run Road, Suite N
 Ribbon Cutting-LaRiche Toyota
September 17, 6 p.m.
920 Plaza Street
Ethics in Business Luncheon
September 18, 11:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn and Conference Center Outstanding Customer Service Award
September 19, 12-1 p.m. City BBQ Open House-NWOH Physical Therapy September 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 1044 Interstate
Court (Behind Cracker Barrel) Ribbon Cutting-The Marathon DiamondsSeptember 20, 2 p.m. Behind The CUBE, 3430 North Main Street, Findlay Ribbon Cutting-TownePlace Suites by Marriott
September 24, 4 p.m.
2501 Tiffin Ave. Business2Business Networking
September 25, 8:30-10 a.m.
Owens Community College JOBsolutions Career ExpoSeptember 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Owens Community College Exhibitor Space Now Available! Ribbon Cutting-United Insurance Services
September 26, 11 a.m.
631 Bright Road Women's Leadership ForumOctober 1, 11:30-1p.m. Ribbon Cutting-Job 1 USA
October 2, 10 a.m.
106 W. Front St.
Hancock County Safety Council
October 2, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Owens Community College Open House- OccuHealthOctober 7, 4-6 p.m. 7595
County Rd 236, Suite A, Findlay
Small Business Awards
October 9, 2008
Winebrenner Seminary Visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com for up to date information on programs and events! |
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Calendar of Community Events
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Farmers' Market
Thursdays, May 22-Sept. 25, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Hancock County Fairgrounds
Parade of Homes Tour
September 12-14, 18-21
Greater Findlay Region
 Riverside Band Organ Festival
September 12-14
Riverside Park
Hancock County Farm Tour
September 13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Greater Findlay Region
Findlay Brew & Vine Charity Tasting
September 13, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Elks Lodge & The Wine Merchant
Hancock Christian Clearing House Golf Outing
September 19, 9 a.m.
Sycamore Springs Golf ClubTime
Reaching Women Conference
September 27, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Winebrenner Seminary
Train of Terror and Haunted Engine House
Weekends, Oct. 3-Nov. 1, 8-11 p.m.
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, Inc.
Pumpkin Train
Fridays & Saturdays, October 4-26
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, Inc.
Christmas in October Craft Show
October 4-5
Hancock County Fairgrounds
Mount Blanchard Pumpkin Festival
October 4, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Village of Mt. Blanchard
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| GFI Member Press Releases |
| OWENS OFFERS NEW PUBLIC SAFETY
SUPERVISOR TRAINING PROGRAM
Northwest
Ohio public safety officials and first responders interested in expanding their
supervisory knowledge and skills are invited to participate in a new Public
Safety Supervisor Training Program at the Owens Community College
Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Sept. 10 and will continue through Nov.
5.
The program
will be offered through Owens' Community and Corporate Education on Wednesdays
from 6-9 p.m. in the College's Community Education and Wellness Center.
Owens' Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.
The
nine-week Public Safety Supervisor Training Program will feature seven learning
modules that cover supervisory topics specific to the field of public safety
and emergency preparedness. Topics covered in the supervisory course will
include supervisory management roles and challenges, fundamentals of planning
and time management, decision making and problem solving, fundamentals of
organizing, communication, motivation, leadership, exercising control, coaching
for higher performance, meeting and facilitation skills, and labor relations,
among other areas. In addition, attendees will receive the latest content and
methods based upon "real world" experiences of public safety officials and
first responders.
The
registration fee for the class is $167 and space is limited. For more
information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or
1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College's website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.
HANCOCK COUNTY FARM
TOUR-SEPT. 13
The Hancock
County Farm Tour 2008 will be held on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to 5
p.m.
Held every
four years since 1970, the Farm Tour 2008 includes stops at diverse agriculture
businesses. There are locations that feature traditional farms including those
that raise grain, hogs, cattle and sheep.
Spend a day
in the country that's both fun and educational for your whole family. You
can visit any or all of the nine different stops along the 32-mile round-trip
route through Hancock
County. Along the
way, you'll learn about the number one industry in the county AGRICULTURE!
There will be lots of fun, hands-on kids activities at each stop.
Stops
include: University
of Findlay Center for Pre-Vet
and Equine Studies, Creekview Dairy Farm, Bateson Farms, Inbody Brothers Farm,
Llama Nation Farm, Old Homestead Farm, Serpent Mound Farm, Kaleidscope Farms,
Biery Family Stock Farm.
For more
information, visit www.hancockfarmtour.com.
PLAY DISC GOLF AT NIGHT-SEPT 13
Everyone
can join in some "Frisbee" fun and win numerous prizes at this Disc Golf
Community Association event. The Mid-Fall Disc Golf Tournament is scheduled
for Saturday, September 13, starting at 4 p.m. in shelter #4 at Riverbend
Recreation Area. Players can join in two rounds of disc golf with prizes being
awarded in each division. Add $5 to the Ace Pool for a chance to win a cash
prize. If no one wins the Ace Pool, the balance of the pool will carry over to
the next tournament. Current Ace Pool balance is $130.
Two rounds
of disc golf will be played. Prizes will be awarded for the closest to the pin
and the longest putt. The second round will be played after dark; beginning at
8 p.m. Lights will be attached to the holes and the discs, adding a new
dimension to the game. Please purchase disc lights in advance, and bring your
own food and drinks to enjoy during the tournament.
Onsite
registration will run from 2:30 - 3:15pm with a $20 entry fee. The tournament
meeting will be held at 3:30p.m. To register in advance, contact Dennis Hills
at 419-523-5423 or dhills@wcoil.com.
Riverbend
Recreation Area is located at 16618 TR 208, off SR 568 to TR 241 east of Findlay. This event is
provided in cooperation with the Hancock Park District. For upcoming park
district programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call
the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
FLAG CITY FIESTA-SEPT. 13
The Black Heritage
Library & Multicultural Center presents Flag City Fiesta! Come
and celebrate Latino & Hispanic heritage on Saturday, September 13 from 4
to 7 p.m. at 817 Harmon Street (just off Crystal Avenue) in Findlay.
A $5.00
donation per person is appreciated. Bring your favorite lawn chair and enjoy food,
dancers, piñatas, Latino music by Eddie Molina and more! A competition will be
held for the best dressed Chihuahua.
FULL HARVEST MOON NIGHT HIKE-SEPT 15
Join HPD's
Michelle Rumschlag on this last full moon hike of the year on Monday, September
15. The Full Harvest Moon Hike will begin at 8 p.m. We'll hit the trails
of Riverbend to look for nocturnal animals, sights and sounds. Meet at
Riverbend Recreation Area, Big Oaks Area - Shelter #3
CENTER FOR SAFE & HEALTHY
CHILDREN HOST BBQ CHICKEN DINNER-SEPT. 18
The Hancock County Center
for Safe & Healthy Children will hold a Harlan's Chicken BBQ Sept. 18 from
4 p.m. to 7 p. at the Family Center Parking Lot, 1800 North Blanchard Street.
The meal
includes a 1/2 Harlan's Chicken, au gratin potatoes, green beans, roll and
drink for $8.00. Tickets are available at Safe & Healthy Office or by
calling 419-425-1475.
Delivery
available for four or more meals per location.
CAMP FIRE USA'S 17TH ANNUAL NON-SCARY HALLOWEEN HOUSE-OCT 18
Come to the
fairgrounds and get treats but not tricks! Camp Fire USA
will host its 17th Annual Non-Scary Halloween House on October 18,
2008 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Hancock County Fairgrounds---Merchant's Building.
Admission for the event is $2.00, which includes 10 tickets. Additional tickets
are available, 10 for $1.00.
Activity
booths include Halloween games, face painting, pumpkins and the popular
Halloween maze. Concession stand merchandise will be available.
For more
information call 419-422-5415 or e-mail aschroeder@campfireusa-nwohio.com
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS DAY-SEPT. 20
Due to
several events of national significance affecting the citizens of the Greater
Findlay region, a Disaster Preparedness Day will be held Sept. 20, 2008 from 8
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hancock
County Center
on Aging, 423 Trenton Ave.
to supply residents information on how to protect their homes and families.
Brought to you by the Hancock County Agency on Aging
and the Long Term Recovery Committee, this event includes several seminars
aimed at assisting both home and business owners with preparing for the next
disaster. Session topics include: flood mitigation & preparedness;
continuation of life after a disaster, vital records; disaster response and recovery
steps; continuation of business operations planning. Workshop instructor will
be Scott Berndt, who has over 20 years experience in the fields of emergency
response, disaster response, environmental and safety.
The
workshop is free and open to the public; pre-registration is required. For more
information, contact Leni Mueller, Hancock County Agency on Aging at
419-423-8496.
ECLIPSE YOUTH GRANTMAKING COUNCIL
SEEKS GRANT PROPOSALS
The ECLIPSe
(Emerging Community Leaders Investing in Philanthropic Service) Youth
Grantmaking Council has announced that applications for their next round of
competitive grants are now available.
ECLIPSe is
a local youth grantmaking council comprised of students in eight grade through
college. The youth council reviews grant proposals, meets with applicants, and
awards grants that fund high-quality youth-driven service learning projects in Findlay and Hancock
County. Grant funds are
raised by the youth members through fundraising efforts and private donations.
Area youth,
schools, and youth-serving organizations who are interested in submitting a
grant proposal can receive more information and an application packet by
contacting Kimberly Bash, Youth
Services Officer and ECLIPSe Coordinator, at (419) 425-1100 or online at
www.community-foundation.com. The deadline for proposals is October 10,
2008. The grantmaking council currently
has $2,500 available for service learning projects. ECLIPSe requires that funded projects be
coordinated in partnership with local youth and that they address actual
community needs through service learning.
VOICES FOR CHILDREN: CASA TO HOST
INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS FOR VOLUNTEERS
Voices for
Children of Court Appointed Special
Advocates of Hancock County (CASA) are ordinary people doing
extraordinary work for abused and neglected children. Volunteers are accepted
from all cultures, professions, ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Voices for
Children will be holding informational meetings for those who would like to
know more about becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Meeting dates are
as follows: Sept. 12 @ 11:30 a.m.; Sept. 15 @ 5:30 p.m.
For more
information or to register, please call 419-424-3262 Ext. 101. Voices for
Children: CASA of Hancock
County is a member of
both the National and Ohio State CASA Associations.
HANCOCK COUNTY SUPPORT
/ ADVOCACY SERVICES SCHEDULE-SEPT. 2008
Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA)-Every Monday, 3 p.m.-4 p.m. at The Family Center
(1800 N. Blanchard Street),
ROOM 111. A 12 step group for individuals and their loved ones living with both
a mental health and substance abuse issue.
Call Don Illif (425-5050) or Deb Twining
(422-3711) w/ questions.
FREE Eating Disorder Support Group-1st and 3rd Thursdays from 7 -
8:30p.m. at First Presbyterian Church (2330 S. Main St). Call or email Joy
Anderson, LSW with any questions or concerns at 419-425-8709 or findlayanad@yahoo.com. (Affiliated w/
ANAD - National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders -
www.anad.org)
Develop your Advanced Directive for
Mental Health Treatment with Wanda Baughman and Jim Martin-trained facilitators 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays from 1-2p.m. at Focus On Friends (509 Trenton Ave.). Call Wanda at Focus On Friends at
419-423-5071 w/ questions or to sign up.
Sharing Disaster Recovery Group-Every Tuesday, 6-7p.m. at Coffee
Amici. Come talk with others affected by the August '07 flood. Call Shirley Crane at 419-721-4293 with
questions.
Circle of Hope-Monday, September 15, 6:30-8p.m. at
the Fifth Third Hub, Birchaven Retirement Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane,
Findlay, OH. An on-going support group for anyone who has experienced the loss
of a loved one. Childcare available w/
advanced notice by calling Carmen at 419-423-5351.
NAMI Support Group-Tuesday, September 16, 7p.m. at
First Presbyterian Church, ROOM 209.
Open to any family member, friend, support person, or individual diagnosed
with a mental illness. No
pre-registration required. Call Gina Lewis at 419-429-1423, Carole Cleary at
419-889-9257 or Esther Luth at 419-957-7941w/ questions.
Autism Support Group-Tuesday, September 16,
6:30-8:00p.m. at Blanchard
Valley School.
For children with Autism and their parents / guardians / family. Contact Dodi Newcomer at bnewcomer@thewavz.com w/ questions.
FREE LUNCH in celebration of
Recovery Month-Friday,
September 19, 11:30a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on the corner of Sandusky & S. Main St.
Findlay. Come show your support for your
friends, neighbors, and family in recovery from a mental health or substance
abuse issue. Call 419-424-1985 w/
questions.
Take Good Care of Your Brain-Monday, September 22, 11:15 a.m.
& 6p.m. (2 presentations) at the YMCA West Pool Lounge, 300 E. Lincoln St. Findlay. Join us at one of these two sessions as we
view "What Brain Do You Want?" by Dr. Daniel Amen. There will be a discussion / Q & A period
led by Joe Gorman and Nancy Stephani of Century Health. Contact Gary Bright at 419-889-8367 w/
questions.
DBSA Support Group-Tuesday, September 23, 7p.m. at
First Presbyterian Church (ROOM 209).
Open to individuals diagnosed with Depression or Bipolar Disorder and
their friends, family members, or supportive others. No pre-registration required. Call Becky
Hickle at 419-422-9381 w/ questions.
Persons Affected by a Loved one's
Suicide (PALS) support group-Thursday, September 25, 7p.m. at Blanchard Valley
Hospital - 2nd floor Ruse
Bldg. - above the emergency room. This support group is free and open to anyone
dealing with grief following a suicide.
Members of the group are also available for outreach to persons not yet
ready to attend group. For more
information, call Nancy Stephani at Century Health, 419-422-3711.
Alzheimer's Association Caregiver
Group-Friday,
September 26, 11:00a.m. at Birchaven Retirement Village
(Wenner Conference Room), Findlay. Contact facilitators Jane Sherrick
(419-425-3259) or Mike Thompson (419-425-3233) with questions. Also, contact Marty Williman (419-425-5409)
for information about support groups in surrounding areas.
VISIT Focus On Friends Drop In
Center (509 Trenton Ave.)
Providing a unique mix of education, leisure, friendship and support for people
living with a mental illness. We invite you to "Just Be Yourself". Call Jenny at 419-423-5071 with questions
about activities, volunteer opportunities, and for a full September calendar of
events.
*Visit www.ohio.networkofcare.org - for
more info about support groups*
**Look for
daily schedule of 12 - Step meetings (AA, NA, Al-Anon) in The Courier. Meetings designated as "open" are open to the
public. Also, check out http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/findlayohioaa/ or call the AA hotline for Hancock &
Wyandot counties: AA District 17: 888-683-9768.
- Questions
about the above or other Support and Advocacy Services, call Gary Bright, Director of Support and Advocacy
Services at Century Health (419-425-5050 off. Or 419-889-8367 cell). Email Gary
at gbright@centuryhealth.net to be added to this email list and get the schedule
electronically each month.
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