Member Press Releases

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Home Instead Senior Care is offering a Family Caregiver Educational sessions

You are invited to attend monthly online educational sessions to help with your caregiving responsibilities. January 25^th: The 50/50 Rule: Managing Sibling Dynamics at 1:00pm. Register by going to: www.caregiverstress.com/familyeducation

Home Instead Senior Care: Helping You Help Families

Earn FREE CEUs by participating in the Family Caregiver Support Webinar Series on January 18^th: The 50/50 Rule: Managing Sibling Dynamics at 1:00pm. Register by going to: www.caregiverstress.com/familyeducation

Blanchard Valley Health Foundation Names Recipients of Annual Julie Cole Golf Fund Skills-Building Scholarship

The Blanchard Valley Health Foundation has awarded the 2012 Julie Cole Fund skills-building scholarship to area junior golfers. Recipients are Taylor Tweed and Brennon Swain.

The Julie Cole Golf Fund offers junior golfers in Hancock County the opportunity to participate in a summer camp at the Dana Rader Golf School in Charlotte, N.C. The fund covers summer camp cost, travel, lodging and meals. It will also assist with fees for participating in an American Junior Golf Foundation (AJGA) tournament or other tournament. The fund was created with a portion of the proceeds from the 2011 Julie Cole Charity Golf Classic held June 6.

DuVernay Named to Ohio United Way Board

Keith DuVernay, president and CEO of United Way of Hancock County has been elected to the Ohio United Way board of directors.  He oversees the fund raising and distribution of over $2.7 million dollars annually to meet social service needs in Hancock County.  In addition, United Way of Hancock County is a key collaborator in identifying pressing community needs and designing and implementing effective actions to address the community's greatest challenges.

For more information, visit http://LiveUnitedHancockCounty.org

This year's "An Evening of Expression-What Alzheimers?" will be taking on the stigma of aging and Alzheimers.

This event is on Wed., Jan. 25^th at 7 p.m. at Winebrenner Theological Seminary. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at The Arts Partnership Box Office at 618 S. Main St. or by calling 419-422-4624. For more information about the organization visit http://artfuledutainment.com.  For more information about Alzheimer's contact the Alzheimer's Association of Northwest Ohio, 419-425-5409.

ENGAGE Seeks New Members

Applications are currently being accepted from students in grades 8 - college who live in Hancock County and are interested in participating on the ENGAGE Youth Council. The purpose of ENGAGE is to promote service-learning, youth philanthropy and civic engagement. Those interested in applying for ENGAGE can pick up an application at the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation office, or can be emailed by contacting Kimberly Bash at 419) 425-1100 or kbash@community-foundation.com. Applications and resumes are due February 3 at 4:00 p.m.

ECLIPSe Partnership's ENGAGE Youth Council Seeks Grant Proposals

The ECLIPSe (Emerging Community Leaders Investing in Philanthropic Service) Partnership's ENGAGE Youth Council has announced that applications for their next round of competitive grants are now available. There is $2,500 currently available for local service-learning projects. Area youth, schools and youth-serving organizations interested in submitting a grant proposal can receive more information and an application packet by contacting Kimberly Bash, Senior Program Officer, at (419) 425-1100 or by going to the website at www.community-foundation.com. The deadline for these proposals is February 17, 2012 at 4:00 p.m.  

Coyotes

Thursday, January 26 at 7pm, come learn more about coyotes at the Brugeman Lodge, Riverbend.  Recommended for ages 5 and up. The Brugeman Lodge is located in Riverbend Recreation Area at 16618 TR 208, off SR 568 east of Findlay. For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

Bridges Out of Poverty "Poverty: Cause, Effect & Impact"

Training Schedule for 2012: Feb 3: No Social Work CEU's available, April 20: Social Work CEU's available*, June 27: No Social Work CEU's available, Sept 14: Social Work CEU's available*

Nov 16: No Social Work CEU's available. All training sessions will be 9am-3:30pm at The Family Center, 1800 N. Blanchard St.. Presenters are: Carol Taylor and Jennifer Swartzlander, Hope House. Questions, or to register, call Hope House, 419-427-2848

BVH Auxiliary Holding Quilt Raffle Fundraiser

The Blanchard Valley Hospital Auxiliary is holding a quilt raffle fundraiser now through February 13. Raffle tickets are $10, and only 500 tickets will be sold. The winner will receive a red and white quilt wall hanging decorated with hearts. To purchase a ticket, visit the Blanchard Valley Hospital Gift Shop or call the Auxiliary House at 419.423.5342. All proceeds will benefit Blanchard Valley Hospital.

United Way of Hancock County provides Mini Grant

United Way of Hancock County has awarded a mini-grant to the Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children for $5,700. The purpose of the grant is to assist with expenses for January, February and March of 2012. The funds were awarded from United Way's reserve funds which are set aside each year to address emergency or emerging needs in Hancock County. United Way of Hancock County will also offer assistance by coordinating a community forum of individuals or groups interested in collaborating to ensure that the services offered by the organization continue. That meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 25 at 3:00 p.m. at the United Way office, 245 Stanford Parkway.

RED CROSS YOUTH COUNCIL RUNNING 4 THE RED

Hancock County Red Cross Youth Council will have their 1^st Run 4 The Red on Saturday, February 18^th, 2012. Run 4 The Red will begin and end at the Findlay Village Mall. Registration begins at 8am. Pre-registration is due by February 10th. Cost is $20 with a t-shirt, $15 without. Registrations are available at the Findlay Village Mall office, at Elder-Beerman in the Findlay Village Mall, at the Hancock County Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay and online at www.hancockredcross.org. For more information on the Hancock County Red Cross Youth Council visit www.hancockredcross.org or www.facebook.com/HancockCountyRedCrossYouthCouncil.

Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center

The Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center located at 817 Harmon Street in Findlay, Ohio is the only organization in the world awarded the Smithsonian's Black Wings Exhibit featuring African American Aviators from WWII to the Space Shuttle Program!!!  Over 50 percent of the exhibit highlights the "RED TAILS - Tuskegee Airmen!!!" Contact:  Nina Parker, Founder and Executive Director (419) 423-4954 for additional information.

RCM Project Wins National ASBA Award 

The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders, designers and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the winners of the 2011 Outstanding Facilities of the Year.   In the category of "Best Indoor Multi-Purpose Facility," RCM Architects, Inc. is pleased to announce that their design for the University of Findlay - Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex, took the year's top award. To discuss how RCM Architects, Inc. can help your next project achieve winning results, please contact Jerry Murray at jmurray@rcmarchitects.com or call 419-424-9790.   

The Courier 28th Annual Wedding Showcase 2012

Sunday, April 22 from 11am - 4pm at The Cube, Findlay.

Come gather information for your special day. Lots of exhibitors and samples to choose from.

For additional information, contact The Courier 419-422-5151.

COLOR SKETCHING WORKSHOP

The Hancock Park District will be offering a Color Sketching in Winter Workshop on Saturday, January 28 from 10am-12pm at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. This is an Adult Nature Education session, minimum 18 years old, and qualifies for Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist credit hours.  Advance registration is necessary to attend with a $10 fee (exact cash or check payable to HPD) per person by Friday, January 27 at the HPD office located at 1424 East Main Cross St., Findlay.  Space is limited.   For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Program at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

Community Foundation Offers Workshops to Strengthen Local Nonprofit Agencies

As part of its strategic initiative to strengthen local nonprofit agencies, the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is offering "Standards for Excellence," a series of workshops in cooperation with the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The four workshops will be held at the Family Center from 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on April 11, April 25, May 9, and May 23. Applications are available at www.community-foundation.com. For more information about the "Standards of Excellence" series for local nonprofit agencies please contact Julie Brown at 419-425-1100.

Blanchard Valley Hospital Adds New Nuclear Medicine Technology

Blanchard Valley Hospital has purchased a nuclear medicine scanner that provides high-quality images that describe both the nature and precise location of disease. This equipment helps physicians quickly and accurately diagnose conditions such as heart disease and cancerous tumors. The new nuclear medicine scanner, called the Infinia Hawkeye 4, is an innovative hybrid scanner that provides enhanced images through a quick and painless scan that exposes the patient only to the necessary radiation dose. For more information, contact the Blanchard Valley Hospital.

The attorneys of the Labor & Employment Practice Group of Eastman & Smith Ltd.offer a FREE Seminar

The 1^st Annual Findlay area workers' compensation seminar: Workers' Compensation from Start to Finish is being held February 15, 2012, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (registration at 12:30 p.m.) at the Findlay Inn & Conference Center, Findlay. The seminar will include advanced discussions of what to consider in deciding whether to accept or contest a claim, practical advice for improving your chance of success plus more. There will be a reception for our guests immediately following the seminar. This program has been submitted to HRCI for approval. Questions, Submit questions in advance or to register, contact Andrea Kenney at events1@eastmansmith.com or (419) 247-1616 By February 10, 2012.

Earth Secrets (non-holiday) hours

Earth Secrets is open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm.  Closed on Sunday, however, appointments are encouraged.

Birchaven Village Hosting Community Reads Book Discussion

Birchaven Village will host a book discussion of the Community Reads selection "Still Alice" on Monday, February 6 at 2 p.m. in the Hatfield Dining Room. Refreshments will be provided by Birchaven's professional pastry chef. Following the discussion, tours of the Julien A. Faisant Adult Day Center and the new Birchaven Alzheimer's assisted living facility will be provided.

The event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.

RELIVE THE MAGIC OF 1929 AT RED CROSS OSCAR NIGHT: New Location and Night for 3rd Annual Gala

The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter is once again bringing all the glitz and glamour of a Hollywood party to Hancock County, with the 3rd Annual Oscar Night gala, presented by KeyBank and Reineke Ford, on Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Findlay Inn and Conference Center. The theme of the gala is 1929 - Relive the Magic of the First Oscars!

James says the theme is in honor of Findlay's Bicentennial celebration. Tickets for Oscar Night are $50 each or $85 for a couple and are available at the Hancock County Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay, at the KeyBank branch on Tiffin Avenue and at Reineke Ford on Bright Road. They are also available online at www.hancockredcross.org or by phone at 419-422-9322.

The Findlay Light Opera Company presents A Homecoming Recital

The Findlay Light Opera Company will be featuring seven of its Scholarship Alumni in an afternoon of drama and music, when they present 'A Homecoming Recital'. This performance is scheduled for Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 3:00 PM and will take place in the Ballroom at The Findlay Elks Lodge. For more information or for tickets (on sale now) call The Arts Partnership at 419-422-4624, or visit www.artspartnership.com.. The Arts Partnership Box Office, 618 South Main Street, Findlay.

Taylor House Seminar cancelled

The Term Care Seminar scheduled for January 24th at 6pm, was cancelled.  They will be rescheduling this event in the near future. Here is some general information, a website and contact information for our presenters in the mean time.  Long Term Care Information:

In 2008, 21 million people had a condition that caused them to need help with

their health and personal care. Half of them were younger than 65 years old.

(Department of Health and Human Services). Tom Busch, http://www.financialguide.com/Tom-Busch, Phone: 419-424-0189/Fax: 419-423-3250, 805 North Hill Trail, Findlay.

Free Tax Clinics to be Presented in Hancock County

There are Free tax preparation clinics for residents of Hancock County with low to moderate income to participate in. These clinics assist families in paying for tax preparation and to see if the individual or family qualifies for Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Individuals or families with a total household income of less than $60,000 and no capital gains in 2011 qualify for free tax preparation at numerous local tax clinics. Individuals are encouraged to schedule appointments by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-800-650-4357. When calling 2-1-1, the caller will be asked a set of questions which will help determine the best location for them to have their taxes prepared. Appointments are being scheduled now. The first date to have taxes completed is Feb. 1. The last date for tax clinics is April 17th. Senior citizens can schedule appointments by visiting the Agency on Aging at 339 E. Melrose Ave. or calling 419-423-8496. The list is also available online at the following websites: http://liveunitedhancockcounty.org; http://findlayhopehouse.org;

http://hancockseniors.org; http://hhwpcac.org; http://findlay.lib.oh.us

Community Foundation Brings Grant Database to Findlay

The Community Foundation has funded another one-year subscription to Foundation Directory Online (FDO), a searchable, user-friendly database of nationwide grant opportunities. The database is available at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library. Access is free and open to the public. Reference desk staff will provide the required password to access FDO on a library computer and any support users may need. Visit www.community-foundation.com or call 419-425-1100 to learn more about how the Community Foundation is helping our community.

Bridge Home Health & Hospice Offers Volunteer Training Courses

Bridge Home Health & Hospice will offer training courses for prospective volunteers beginning on Monday, February 13. The training will be held in the Wenner Conference Room at Birchaven Village, located at 15100 Birchaven Lane in Findlay, and will take place for seven consecutive Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to request an application packet, contact Julie Tiell, Bridge Hospice volunteer services coordinator, by phone at 419.423.5351 or by e-mail at jtiell@bvhealthsystem.org.

Consider the Conversation Encore offered in February  

In November of 2011, Bridge Home Health and Hospice offered two local presentations of the award-winning documentary, "Consider the Conversation".  The documentary examines multiple perspectives on end-of-life care and includes information and experiences gathered from interviews. Our first encore presentation will be hosted at the Hancock Senior Center, 339 East Melrose Avenue, Findlay on Thursday, February 16, 1:00-3:30 p.m.  Please call 419-423-5351 to reserve your attendance.  Continuing educational credits will be offered for medical professionals, social workers and funeral home directors. 

Private viewings of the "Consider the Conversation" documentary

We would like to offer at this time the opportunity for local organizations, groups, churches and businesses to schedule private viewings of the "Consider the Conversation" documentary.  A Bridge Hospice staff member would be available after the viewing to facilitate discussion and to answer any questions your group may have.  Please call our office at 419-423-5351 to find out more.

2012 Ohio Safety Congress & Expo (OSC12)

Well at home. Safe at work. That's what BWC wants for every business and worker in Ohio. The 2012 Ohio Safety Congress & Expo (OSC12) March 27^th to March 29^th, 2012 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, will help you foster a culture of safe and healthy behaviors both on and off the job. OSC12 offers practical solutions to: Improve worker health and productivity; Prevent workforce injuries and illnesses; Reduce workers' compensation costs; Identify solutions for hazardous situations; Provide cost-effective, multidisciplinary training and professional development. Free registration is now open at ohiobwc.com. Receive OSC12 updates and announcements at Twitter @OhioBWC #OSC12

United Way Seeking Nominations for 2011 Distinguished Volunteer

The United Way of Hancock County is seeking nominations for the 2011 Distinguished Volunteer Award to be presented in April of this year.  This award has been presented for the past 30 years to an individual who exemplifies the spirit of philanthropy. The award will be presented at the United Way Annual meeting on Thursday, April 12.   Nomination forms are available at the United Way office or by visiting http://LiveUnitedHancockCounty.org .  Nominations must be submitted to the United Way of Hancock County in writing by February 13, 2011. For more information, contact Bev Phillips, community services director, at 419-423-1432 or bphillips@uwhancock.org.