BREAKING NEWS: This year's Rotary calendars are in, and they are beautiful. A special thank you to John Andrews for providing the amazing photographs! Be sure to pick up your stack as soon as possible and SELL, SELL, SELL!
This week at Rotary...
Maria Gudinas
Chief Development Officer
AgeSpan
This week at Rotary, we welcomed Maria Gudins, AgeSpan's Chief Development Officer. Through its multifaceted approach, AgeSpan demonstrates a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors in the Greater Salem community. By providing essential services, protecting vulnerable individuals, and fostering independence, the organization plays a crucial role in supporting elderly residents.
AgeSpan: Supporting Seniors' Independence and Well-being in Greater Salem
AgeSpan, a nonprofit organization serving seniors in the Greater Salem area, is dedicated to helping elderly residents maintain their independence and quality of life. During a recent presentation to the Salem Rotary Club, Maria Gudinas, the organization's Chief Development Officer, shared insights into their comprehensive array of services designed to support seniors aged 60 and older.
Comprehensive Home Care Services
At the core of AgeSpan's mission is keeping seniors in their homes for as long as possible. The Home Care Department offers an expansive range of services, including personal care assistance, wanderer locator services, transportation support, and access to medical devices and supplies. They also provide home-delivered meals through their Meals on Wheels program, working closely with the Salem Council on Aging.
Protecting Vulnerable Seniors
AgeSpan takes senior protection seriously. Last year, the organization received thousands of calls regarding potential elder abuse and was involved in hundreds of investigations. Their commitment to senior welfare extends beyond immediate interventions, offering protective services to ensure the safety and well-being of elderly residents.
Innovative Support Programs
The organization has developed several innovative programs to support seniors:
Money Management Program: Guided by state guidelines, volunteers help seniors with budgetary tasks, from writing checks to planning rent payments.
Supportive Housing: On-site coordinators help seniors maintain independence in housing complexes, providing service coordination and referrals.
Family Caregiver Support: The program offers information, support, and referrals for those caring for loved ones.
SHINE Program: Assists seniors in navigating Medicare enrollment and selecting the most appropriate plans.
Power of Pets: A new initiative recognizing the health benefits of pet ownership, offering financial assistance for veterinary expenses to individuals 65 and over.
Community Involvement and Funding
AgeSpan relies heavily on federal and state government funding, but they continually seek additional resources to maintain and expand their programs. The organization actively recruits volunteers for various roles, including market and Meals on Wheels assistance, money management, and the ombudsman program.
Notably, the Salem Rotary Club has been invited to adopt a route and contribute to the organization's mission of supporting local seniors.
IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE BLUE ROTARY APRONS
PLEASE RETURN THEM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
CALENDAR WINNER!
Amy Hart sold by Matt Ingram
50:50 RAFFLE
Pot: Over $19
Players: Randy Burba and Scott Grover
No winners this week, including the jokes...
What do you call it when alpacas sing?
Alpacapella
What do you cget when you cross a chicken with a cow?
Roost beef
VISITING ROTARIANS & GUESTS
Our speaker was our lone guest this week
ROTARY NEWS
ClubRunner Mobile Updates
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Save the Date: RYLA 2025
Mark your calendars! We are excited to share RYLA 2025 will be taking place May 16th-18th at Camp Rotary in Boxford, MA. This year’s group of students will experience a full weekend of learning, discovering, and connecting with each other. With how busy the end of year can be, make sure to save the date for RYLA 2025 before everyone's schedules fill up! Please share the date with your Interactors and other students now as the spring can be a very busy season for them.
For more information or any questions, please reach out to RYLA Lead Christina Harris.
ROTARIAN NEWS...
Jason Consalvo wanted to thank everyone who ordered wreaths from his boys. The support is really appreciated. I can't think of a joke about Jason at the moment. Apologies. We will do better.
Robin Burns spoke this morning at the Marblehead Harbor Rotary for the first time. Their Happy Dollars was a parade of thankfulness that Robin came to speak to them.
Gerrit Bradley thanked the calendar committee for getting the calendars done so quickly. He got sold eight of them last week.
Joe Amico was happy that the missions committee held a Worlds AIDS Day event for NAGLY and raised over $2600.
Club Announcements
Service Opportunities
DCF Holiday Party
December 8 at 1 pm
KERNWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
A signup sheet was passed around this week. Contact Tyler Hains if you are interested.
18 Washington Square
Salem, MA 01970 United States of America
NOTE: The fourth Tuesday of the month is an evening meeting, beginning at 5:15 p.m.
If you are interested in learning more about Salem Rotary, please email president@salemrotary.com.
DCF Holiday Party
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