Hope Herald
A Twin Cedars Publication
Featuring News About
Hope for a Brighter Tomorrow
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Dear Friends,
Last week, Veterans Day was observed to pay tribute to all of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. As we paused to honor more than 23 million Veterans in our country and around the world, I proudly thought of my father. With such a strong military presence in our Twin Cedars' communities, we have many employees who are retired from service. Additionally, TCYFS employees have spouses, siblings, and children who are protecting our freedom today and are on active duty status.
This month's newsletter features several Veterans dear to our
Twin Cedars Team Members. I hope you enjoy this special edition.
Grateful for the contributions of Veterans,
Mike Angstadt, Executive Director
Sergeant John H. Angstadt, U.S. Army
Born June 22, 1923
Sergeant Angstadt served from March 15, 1942 - June 15, 1946
A graduate of Allentown High School, Allentown, PA, in 1941, he worked at the Bethlehem Steel Company prior to entering the armed forces. He received his basic training at Camp Polk, LA and advanced training at Camp Howze, TX, before being sent overseas in October 1943. Angstadt fought with the 103rd Infantry, 411th Regiment, Company C in the European Theater.
Wounded in December 1944, he spent time in hospitals in France and England before being sent back to the states in June 1945. He also spent additional time in several hospitals in the states (including one in Georgia) until he was discharged in 1946.
Sergeant Angstadt is the recipient of the Purple Heart medal. He currently resides in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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Major Michelle Topes
United States Army
Tours
May-July 2003 Kuwait
March-June 2005 Iraq
September - October 2005 Iraq
November 2008 - September 2009 Iraq
Major Topes is currently stationed at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, attending the Command and General Staff College.
Michelle is the sister of Sheri Cody, Deputy Director/ Director of Program Services for Twin Cedars Youth & Family Services, Inc. |
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A Salute To Our Veterans
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ALC Akeem Gray
United States Air Force
Currently Stationed at
Minot Air Force Base
Minot, North Dakota
Akeem is the son of TCYFS employee Valerie Burks.
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Lt. Col. Slater (Retired)
United States Air Force
20 years of Service
Tom is the Director of Administrative Services and Human Resource for TCYFS
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Leo Earl Kight, Sr.
1915- 1987
United States Army
8 Years of Service
Mr. Kight is the grandfather of TCYFS Marketing & PR Coordinator Tiffany Wilson.
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Curlie Brownlow
MSG, Retired
United States Army
20 years of Service
Curlie is the Office Manager for the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home in Columbus, Georgia. |
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Shoal Creek Samaritans
On Thursday October 28, the members of Shoal Creek Baptist Church hosted a Fall Festival for Twin Cedars' Circle of Care program at the Coleman Community Center in LaGrange. Not only did the members coordinate an array of games and activities for the young children, but they also provided dinner. The event was coordinated by Shoal Creek's Good Samaritan Ministry.
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Georgia Tech Alumni Host Annual Buzz Day at the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home
On October 30, the Columbus area Georgia Tech Alumni Chapter hosted Buzz Day at the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home. Activities for the day included a cup decorating station, Egg race, Sack races, face painting and more. The AESH girls also enjoyed lunch and prizes provided by the Georgia Tech Volunteers.
We appreciate the all of the support from local Georgia Tech Alumni!
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R.E.A.L.
Resident Empowerment & Leadership Committee
established at Bradfield Campus
Under the guidance of Dr. Ken Genova, the REAL Committee has been established to help residents who live at the Bradfield Center model positive behavior and develop leadership skills. REAL is an acronym for Resident Empowerment & Leadership Committee. Residents can be nominated (by TCYFS staff) for two levels of membership including General and Resident Advisor.
This model will allow Bradfield Residents to assume greater control of their lives while in treatment. There are currently 18 active members of REAL who have been accepted to the committee and 3 nominations pending approval.
The committee will follow the REAL Way
Volunteer activities that are sponsored, coordinated and encouraged by the committee. The purpose of volunteer activities is to benefit the resident, the resident families and the greater community.
The committee will publish the REAL Deal
A monthly newsletter sponsored, organized and written by the committee to highlight activities of the committee as well as the Bradfield Campus.
Each month the REAL One will be selected by the Resident Advisory Committee who is not currently a member of the general membership who best epitomizes a desire to improve himself, or has demonstrated leadership skills.
With seed money from Dr. Genova, the REAL Room has been created to help students learn proper dining skills. A desk area has been included to promote enhanced study skills, and the room will also serve as a dedicated space for committee meetings. Lastly, a television has been added for recreational times.
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"SHOP" the AESH Auxiliary Booth at Green Island Mart 
& SUPPORT the Stocking Stuffer Fundraiser
On November 19 you can support the Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home by "stuffing" a stocking with a tax deductible donation. In exchange, you will receive an ornament that has been hand decorated by one of the girls.
Contribution for a Girl $25
Sponsor a Girl $75
Sponsor a Cottage $350
If you cannot attend the Mart, simply mail your contribution to :
AESH Auxiliary
751 Double Churches Road
Columbus, GA 31904 Please indicate if you would like your gift to be "in honor" or "in memory" of a loved one. 
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Red Ribbon Week in Review- Bradfield Center Red Ribbon week is an engaging and fun way to learn about the importance of living drug free. It allows our residents to join with millions across the country to express their support of the nation's most visible awareness campaigns. Each day of the week students celebrated with a special theme. On Friday, the boys participated in a special balloon release. Red balloons were released in honor of those living a drug free life. The release of blue balloons commemorated the loss of DEA Officer Enrique "kiki" Camerina which fueled the formation of the national campaign. |
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Charlie House nominated for Georgia CASA'S Karen N. Sibley Volunteer of the Year Award
Charlie has served as a CASA volunteer since 2003. When Chattahoochee CASA was formed under the Twin Cedars umbrella in July of 2009, Charlie was instrumental in program development as well as taking cases and volunteering to assist in United Way site reviews. Over the past year, Charlie has advocated for six children involved in juvenile court deprivation hearings and to date has helped three of those find permanency.
CASA Coordinator Rosalind Alston stated, "Other volunteers look up to Charlie and respect his experience and enthusiasm of the program in which he believes can make a difference for our community's most vulnerable children. Charlie is a strong candidate for this award and we look forward to supporting him in every way possible as he continues his volunteer advocacy work for children in need.  
Link to the 2010 Chattahoochee CASA Annual Report
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Meet Mission Year Married Volunteer
Christin Babcock 
Through the Mission Year Married program Christin Babcock joined Twin Cedars in September. Christin is volunteering her time with our organization on a full time basis. Currently, she is working with the staff of the Children's Advocacy Center of Troup County assisting with supervised visits and case management. She also serves on the Multidisciplinary Team. In the coming weeks she will also spend time at Bradfield's Ault Academy. Since joining our team, she has also recently completed Ropes Course Certification. Mission Year Married is year long volunteer program where Christian young people, single or married, volunteer their time to organizations who provide vital resources to the poor. To learn more about Mission Year CLICK HERE
To follow Christin's Blog visit www.bbbpiano.com
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Georgia Lottery All Access Music Search
Names Twin Cedars' Amber Oliver a Top 12 Finalist
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Make sure you tune into the Atlanta Falcon's half time show on November 28. Amber Oliver, currently employed as part time Child Advocate for the Children's Tree House Child Advocacy Center, will be performing for a chance to advance to the finals of the Georgia Lottery All Access Music Search.
Four finalist, one in each music genre, will be chosen for a trip to Hollywood to record a track at legendary Capital Records Tower.
Congratulations Amber!!
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How We Serve Children
& Families
Our Twin Cedars Programs
Mike Angstadt,
Executive Director
Columbus
Anne Elizabeth Shepherd Home
Reality House
Weracoba Second Chance Home
Chattahoochee CASA
Children's Tree House
T.R.U.S.T.
Community Counseling
LaGrange
Bradfield
Connections
Coleman Community Center in LaGrange
Adult Parenting
Circle of Care
Comprehensive Awareness Program
Children's Advocacy Center of Troup County
Supervised Visitation
Parents As Teachers
Troup County Prevention Coalition
Community Counseling
Magnolias Campus in LaGrange
Annette Boyd Group Home
GA Farm Bureau Second Chance Home
Moore Therapeutic Foster Care
Macon
Georgia Industrial Children's Home,
A Campus of TCYFS
Meriwether County
Youth Leadership & Services Program
Other Programs
Challenge Ropes Courses
Education Services
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Our Twin Cedars
Board of Directors
Kenneth Gordon
President
Frank "Chunk" Newman Vice President
Arthur Bickerstaff
Secretary Cathy Smith
Treasurer
Patrick Crews
Past President Markette Baker
Greg Brown
Rep. Debbie Buckner
Bobby Doerr
Jerry Fulks
Linda McMullen
Barbara Miller
George Moore
Cheryl Myers
Alice Owens
Stacey Poydasheff
W.B. "Bill" Shedd
Cindy Sparks
Bill Stump
Greg Tapley
Al Zachry
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Our Twin Cedars Foundation Board
Roy Spinks
President
Arthur B "Edge" III
Vice President
Gene Kemp
Secretary/Treasurer
Jerry Fulks
Liaison to the TCYFS Board
Nancy Durand
Clifton Fay
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PROMOTIONS
We would like to congratulate
ANDREA HURSTON
She has been promoted to the Human Services Professional position at Annette Boyd Group Home. For the past two years she has been employed as an Advocate III at the group home. Due to her knowledge of both the home and residents as well as the day-to-day operational procedures of the group home she will be a wonderful asset.
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Grants Announced
VOCA Renewal Funding Announced
Twin Cedars has recently been awarded funding from VOCA.
The Children's Advocacy Center of Troup County will receive $48,600
Chattahoochee CASA will receive $46,132.
Children's Tree House
has been awarded $49,440
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FALL for our Favorite New Photos!!!!!
Halloween Festival At Coleman
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TCYFS STAFF Ropes Course Certification
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Columbus State University ROAR Group
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Contact Title
Tiffany Wilson
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