Recently, Meals On Wheels driver, Tom (on left), delivered more than just the usual meal, a smile and a daily safety check to clients Ken and Alice. Tom learned that Ken would be celebrating his 100th birthday this October and delivered a cake and sang “Happy Birthday” to him.
Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the foundations, organizations and individuals who believe in our mission and in Fiscal Year 2011 supported our efforts to feed the homebound and disabled in our community.
These funds help us provide much needed food and a daily safety check. Without the assistance of these funding sources we would not have been able to provide all of the 435,162 meals served over this past Fiscal Year. During this time, with your help, we touched the lives of 3,411 people in a very positive way.
Thank you to the following:
Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield
Associated Grocers of NE
Autodesk
BAE Systems
Barker Foundation
Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund
CEJ Business Systems, LLC
Central Paper Products
Philip R. & Priscilla Currier
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Nashua
Fight to Educate
FitzVogt & Associates, LTD
Mr. James Gay
Home Instead Senior Care – Pay It Forward Program
HPC Food Service
Individual SJCS Donors
Kaley Foundation
Kiwanis Club of Hudson
Laconia Savings Bank
Makibie
Mason + Rich, PA
Milford Hospital Association
Nashua Rotary WEST Club
Nashua Rotary Club
New England Coffee Company
NH Charitable Foundation – Lois G. Roy Dickerman Fund
NH Charitable Foundation – Burgess Fund, John W. Hart Memorial Fund and the Frederick W. Cox and Dorothy Thurber Cox Memorial Fund
People’s United Bank
Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green, P.A.
Stop & Shop
St. Joseph Hospital
St. Mary’s Bank
The Courville Communities
The Granite State Poker Alliance, LLC
The Nashua Bank
Walmart Foundation
Weisman, Tessier, Lambert & Halloran
MOWAA Exemplary Magnet Accreditation for SJCS!
Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) recently awarded SJCS, the provider of Meals On Wheels, Magnet Accreditation at the highest level – exemplary.
SJCS is the first Meals on Wheels Program in New England to achieve any level of MOWAA Magnet Accreditation.
In a letter from MOWAA President and CEO, Enid A. Borden says that SJCS, “joins a prestigious group of Senior Nutrition Programs across America dedicated to providing quality nutrition services at the highest levels of organizational accountability.” She also adds that this honor, “demonstrates to families and caregivers, donors and funders that your program operates according to the highest standards for program safety, program quality and program efficiency.”
SJCS is very proud of this prestigious achievement!
A huge thank you to everyone who played poker at the “Manchester Vegas Poker Room” at the Manchester Bingo Center between September 13, 2011 and September 20, 2011.
We appreciate your support!
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, has elected Mr. John Getts, of Henniker, to its board of directors for 2011/2012.
John Getts is the Executive Director at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Greenbriar in Nashua and has worked there for twelve years. He is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and has served on the Henniker School Board and the Henniker Planning Commission and is an active member and past Chairman of the NH Health Care Association (NHHCA). He is currently Secretary at the NH chapter for the American College of Health Care Administrators. Mr. Getts is a great proponent of senior issues in the community. He resides in Henniker with his wife and three children.
We are pleased to announce that Cindy Nemec, RD, LD, has accepted the position of Nutrition Support Specialist at our Administrative Office in Merrimack. Please be sure to welcome her to our team when you see her or speak with her on the phone!
Welcome, Cindy!
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The FIGHT TO EDUCATE is a unique charity event that combines a love of sports with the vision of assisting children and seniors in need, who without fundraisers like this could be ‘down for the count’. Last year, over 1,600 people watched with anticipation as Demetrius “Boo-Boo” Andrade impressively knocked out Dave Saunders in the super welterweight match. Over the past 9 years this event has been successful in raising a staggering $500,000+ in donations to benefit local NH non-profit organizations. Join us this year for more heart-pounding excitement and meet some of your favorite boxing legends, such as Gerry Cooney, Micky Ward, Vinny “Paz” & John Ruiz!
U.S. Olympian Demetrius Andrade Headlines 10th Annual Fight To Educate
Wednesday, Sept. 21 at Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, NH
A little more than a month after registering on national television the most significant victory of his young pro boxing career, undefeated 2008 U.S. Olympian Demetrius “Boo Boo” Andrade (14-0, 9 KOs) returns Wednesday, September 21 to headline the 10th Annual Fight To Educate at Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Andrade, fighting out of Providence, won a commanding, one-sided win by unanimous decision this past August 19th against The Contender, Season 2 winner Grady Brewer, winning nine of 10 rounds on all three of the judges’ scorecards. The 23-year-old Andrade, universally regarded as one of the top prospects in the world, has cracked the ratings at No. 3 in the North American Boxing Federation and No. 15 by the United States Boxing Association.
A year ago, the gifted light middleweight fought on the Fight To Educate card, stopping Dave Sanders in the second round. Andrade takes on former two-time world title challenger Saul “Baby” Duran (38-18-2, 31 KOs) in this year’s 10-round main event.
Another familiar figure in action on Sept. 21 will be 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Alternate Danny O’Connor (14-1, 3 KOs), who will face dangerous light welterweight Jamal Del Cid (7-5, 3 KOs) in the six-round co-feature.
O’Connor made his pro debut in the 2008 Fight To Educate card and the Framingham, MA, light welterweight has become a fixture in Manchester with this being his fourth straight year fighting in the charity fundraiser event.
Upset specialist Jose “Stinger” Medina (14-9-1, 6 KOs), from Tilton (NH), will also be in action versus an opponent to be determined in a six-round light middleweight bout. Medina, a native of Mexico, is coming off a controversial eight-round draw against former world champion Joachim Alcine, in which most observers felt Medina deserved a victory. In January, Medina scored a shocking fourth-round knockout of 17-1 Isaac Rodrigues.
Fighting on the undercard in four-round matches are Claremont (NH) lightweight Dan Powers (3-0, 2 KOs) vs. Luis Rosario, and Windsor (VT) welterweight Chris Gilbert (1-0, 1 KO) vs. Noel Garcia.
Fight To Educate is a unique charity event that combines a love of sports with the vision of assisting children and seniors in need, who without fundraisers like this could be ‘down for the count.’ During the past nine years Fight To Educate has raised more than $500,000 in donations benefitting local New Hampshire non-profit organizations.
Proceeds from the 10th annual Fight To Educate will benefit SEE Science Center (www.see-sciencecenter.org), The Bobby Stephens Fund for Education (www.stepheneducationfund.com), and St. Joseph Community Services/Meals on Wheels (www.mealsonwheelsnh.org).
Tickets, priced at $50.00 and $25.00 (general admission), are available to purchase by going online at www.ticketmaster.com, calling Ticketmaster at 800.745.3000, or at the Verizon Wireless Arena Box Office or any Ticketmaster location.
Table tickets for a night of professional boxing and Black Tie dinner, as well as an auction and meet-and-greet with special boxing legends such as former world heavyweight title challenger “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney, as well as world champions and three of New England’s all-time greatest boxers – Vinny “The Pazmanian Devil” Paz, “Irish” Micky Ward and John “The Quietman” Ruiz – are available by calling Stephen Singer at 603.669.4100.
The dinner starts at 5:30 PM/ET, doors for boxing open at 7:30 PM/RT with the first bout scheduled for 8 PM/ET.
Go online to www.fight2educate.com or www.verizonwirelessarena.com for additional information.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, held its 32nd Annual Summer Picnic for hundreds of area seniors on Thursday, August 18, 2011 at the St. Philip Greek Orthodox Church in Nashua, NH. The theme for this year’s picnic was “Sentimental Journey”.
Picnic favorites such as chicken and ribs, broccoli raisin salad, New England baked beans, watermelon and yummy desserts were enjoyed. Seniors were able to spend time together with good friends and make new ones. There were many opportunities to enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with activities including ‘horseracing’, laughter yoga, line dancing, bingo and plenty of raffle prizes. They enjoyed musical performances by “Forever Young” and “Musicians for A Cause”.
Every year at the picnic, St. Joseph Community Services recognizes a business organization within the community that demonstrates outstanding support for the Meals On Wheels Program. CEJ Computer Business Systems www.cejcomputer.com of Merrimack, NH received this year’s Community Partner of the Year Award. CEO and Founder Chris Conway was present to accept this award.
Since its founding SJCS has served more than 10.4 million meals to an elderly, disabled and often isolated population. SJCS serves an average of 1,670 hot nutritious meals a day throughout Hillsborough County.
If you enjoy playing poker come on out to the “Manchester Vegas Poker Room” and play to benefit St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 through Tuesday, September 20, 2011.
This poker fundraiser will be held at the “Manchester Vegas Poker Room” at the Manchester Bingo Center at its new location at 1279 South Willow Street (formerly the old movie theater) in Manchester. The phone number is (603) 668-6591. Doors open at 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends and close at 1am.
This is a huge fundraiser for SJCS so please consider coming out to have some fun while benefiting a great cause. Good luck!
SAVE THE DATE!
4th Annual Yoga for Peace
October 1, 2011
Nashua Community College
505 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH
A portion of the proceeds will benefit SJCS!
This family-friendly festival includes a variety of yoga sessions, healthy food, kirtan, raffles and cultural dance. Proceeds from entrance donations will benefit three wonderful nonprofit causes including healthy whole food items for SJCS! Email Jay and Therese at info@yogacaps.org to support or volunteer for this event!
For more info go to: http://www.yogacaps.net/2011yoga4peace.html
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, has elected five additional people to its board of directors for 2011/2012: Ms. Mary Atwood, The Honorable Chris Christensen, Dr. David Gilmour, Attorney James P. Harris and Mr. Peter M. Labombarde. The 2011/2012 board officers are: Mr. Kevin Halloran, Chairman; Mr. James A. Gay, Vice Chairman; Mr. Dennis Archambeault, Treasurer; and Ms. Katharine S. Face, Secretary.
Mary Atwood is currently the Associate General Agent for the MassMutual Financial Group in Northern New England. She has worked in some facet of the insurance industry her entire career. Over the past 25 years, she has held senior level positions in the heath care, insurance and financial services industries. With a background in sales and marketing, she has worked for companies such as United Health Care and Travelers in Chicago, Dallas and Salt Lake City. Mary moved to New Hampshire in 1990 to run sales and marketing for the Matthew Thornton Health Plan until it was sold in the late 1990’s.
The Honorable Chris Christensen previously served on the SJCS Board from 2004-2010 and during that time was active in Development and Strategic Planning. He is a retired insurance and financial services agent and is a member of the Rotary Club of Merrimack. He is now serving his sixth term as a State Representative and is a resident of Merrimack.
Dr. David Gilmour previously served on the SJCS Board from 2004-2010 and during that time was active in strategic planning and volunteer efforts. He is a retired internist/cardiologist who is active in cross-country bicycle tournaments and has volunteered as a Driver for Meals On Wheels since 2004. He has also volunteered overseas on medical relief missions. Dr. Gilmour is a resident of Hollis.
Attorney James P. Harris is a shareholder at Sheehan, Phinney, Bass, + Green, PA in Manchester. He counsels companies in records and data management policies and the management of electronically stored information. He has extensive experience in business litigation and labor, employment and employee benefits. Mr. Harris serves on several boards and committees, including the Trinity High School Board of Advisors. In 2009 and 2010, he was selected as a Rising Star by New England Super Lawyers in the area of Business Litigation.
Mr. Peter M. Labombarde is a Vice President and Senior Wealth Management Officer in the Wealth Management Group of People’s United Bank in Manchester, NH. He has served as a Trust Officer for over 25 years for two banks. Mr. Labombarde has been a longtime community leader for several nonprofits and serves on the Lighthouse Hospice Foundation, Hunt Community of Nashua, and the Congregation Church of Amherst, UCC boards. He is also a member of the NH Estate Planning Council, the Planned Giving Group of New England, and the Queen City Rotary Club.
SJCS will hold its 32nd Annual Summer Picnic for area seniors on Thursday, August 18, 2011 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the St. Philip Greek Orthodox Church, 500 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH. This event will happen rain or shine and this year’s picnic theme is “Sentimental Journey”.
Guests will enjoy picnic favorites such as chicken or ribs, broccoli raisin salad, New England baked beans, watermelon and a choice of either strawberry shortcake or Chocolate Dream dessert. Seniors are able to spend time together with good friends and make new ones. There will be lots of opportunities to enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with many activities including ‘horseracing’, line dancing, bingo and plenty of raffle prizes.
Tickets are $13.00 and may be purchased at any one of the 12 SJCS sites around Hillsborough County. To find the site closest to you click on the ‘Services and Programs’ tab above and then the ‘Community Dining Locations’ tab or call 424-9967.
SJCS is happy to announce that we will offer meals for Community Dining at the Bond Wellness Center in Peterborough, NH. Meals will be served on the 1st and 2nd Wednesday of August and September in 2011. The Bond Wellness Center is located at 458 Old Street Road in Peterborough. For more information about this program or to volunteer at the site please contact Cathy at 603/878-3109.
Join us for the
10th Annual Fight to Educate
September 21, 2011
www.fight2educate.com
This year SJCS is fortunate to be one of the three charities that will benefit from the proceeds raised through this event. The other two charities are The SEE Science Center and The Bobby Stephen Fund for Education.
This unique charity event combines the love of sports with the vision of assisting children and seniors in need. This concept of networking and marketing sports and charity together is a win-win situation for the athletes, the sponsors and most of all the children and seniors benefited through the charities.
Sponsorship opportunities and tables are available. Please contact Meghan Brady or Paula Telage at 603/424-9967 for more information.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, is pleased to announce the receipt of a $25,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s Lois G. Roy Dickerman Fund.
SJCS currently serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation will help SJCS continue to provide a nutritious meal, social interaction and a daily check on the safety of its Meals on Wheels participants. The number of elderly in New Hampshire is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation serves communities throughout New Hampshire, southeastern Maine and eastern Vermont. The Foundation manages a growing collection of charitable funds created by individuals, families and corporations, and awards more than $30 million annually in grants and scholarships. The Charitable Foundation is nonpartisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues. Based in Concord, the Charitable Foundation roots itself in the communities through regional advisory boards. More information is available at www.nhcf.org or by calling 603-225-6641.
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Tickets Available for the Friday, June 3rd 7:10pm Game!
SJCS is auctioning off two tickets, generously donated by SJCS Board Member, Jeff Rose of BAE Systems, for next Friday nights’ 7:10 p.m. game as the Boston Red Sox face off against the Oakland Athletics. Don’t miss out on these tickets! These are some of the best seats in Fenway Park – Section 27 – F 69, Row E, Seats 1 & 2, (one row back from the dugout).
The value of these two tickets are $260 total.
We will open the email bidding at $200 (all profits to benefit SJCS, the provider of Meals On Wheels in Hillsborough County, NH.)
To bid on these tickets email Paula J. Telage, SJCS Development Manager, at ptelage@sjcsinc.org with your bid (minimum bid is $200). We will give the tickets to the highest bidder. I will continue to update all bidders, via email, with the current bid amount as I receive bids. You may continue to bid until 3pm on Wednesday, June 1st, at this time all bidding will come to a close.
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to see the Red Sox and at the same time help SJCS continue to feed our elderly and disabled neighbors!
Gratefully,
Paula J. Telage
Development Manager
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County is pleased to announce that New Hampshire Congressman Charles F. Bass showed his support for the community’s seniors and homebound disabled by going out on a local Meals On Wheels route in Nashua on Monday, April 18th.
“The need for our services continues to grow. Over the past two years, the number of meals we have served has increased by 17%. In the current poor economy, it is more important than ever that we bring attention to the needs of our clients. We are grateful that Congressman Bass will see the services we provide first hand and meet some of our participants,” said Meghan Brady, President for SJCS.
Hillsborough County has elderly and disabled residents who are hungry and alone. Over the past year, SJCS has seen a surge in need unprecedented in its 33 year history. This increase is due to the poor economy as well as the rising number of older adults in NH. For many older adults, the careful savings of the lifetime have been dramatically decreased due to the poor economy. Last year alone, SJCS served 448,409 meals to 3,235 people in Hillsborough County. That is 28,501 more than the previous year and the need is continuing to rise.
SJCS hosted March For Meals Day on March 24, 2010. Mayor Ted Gatsas of Manchester, Mayor Donnalee Lozeau of Nashua, Selectman Barbara Miller of Peterborough, and Merrimack Town Council Members Thomas Koenig, Jackie Flood, Daniel Dwyer, Brian McCarthy and David Yakuboff, Sr. participated in this event to show their support for the community’s seniors and homebound disabled.
“The need for our services continues to grow. Over the past two years, the number of meals we have served has increased by 17%. In the current poor economy, it is more important than ever that we bring attention to the needs of our clients. We are grateful for the assistance we received from Mayor Ted Gatsas, Mayor Donnalee Lozeau, Selectman Barbara Miller, and Merrimack Town Council Members Thomas Koenig, Jackie Flood, Daniel Dwyer, Brian McCarthy and David Yakuboff, Sr. and their participation in the March for Meals Program,” said Meghan Brady, President for SJCS.
March For Meals is a national campaign, initiated by the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA), which seeks to raise awareness of senior hunger and to encourage action on the part of the local community. Mayors and other elected officials from all across the country showed their support for the Meals On Wheels Program in their city by delivering meals to the elderly and homebound disabled. MOWAA recently reported that 1,324 elected officials signed up to deliver meals across the country this year.
Home Instead Senior Care – www.homeinstead.com
SJCS is thrilled to announce that Home Instead Senior Care of Manchester, the office serving central NH, has chosen SJCS to be the recipient of its Pay it Forward Program. Home Instead Senior Care chooses one organization that benefits seniors, per quarter, to receive a donation for each referral that becomes a client during that quarter.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, received a $10,000 grant from the Kaley Foundation for its Meals On Wheels and Community Dining Programs in Milford, NH. SJCS’ Milford Community Dining Site is located at the Milford VFW Hall and serves lunch daily, Monday through Friday, at noon.
Last year, SJCS, the provider of Meals On Wheels, served 448,409 meals throughout Hillsborough County. Over the past two years, the number of meals served has increased by 17%. SJCS serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals On Wheels Program, which will in turn help people live better. New Hampshire has the 4th oldest population in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
Jack Lewis, SJCS Director of Finance with The Honorable Chris Christensen
at the Merrimack Rotary Excellence in the Workplace award presentation
On Thursday, March 3rd, the Merrimack Rotary Club recognized Jack Lewis, SJCS’ Director of Finance, for Excellence in the Workplace. He was presented with a certificate of recognition that says:
When the public thinks about the Meals on Wheels Program, they imagine the delivery to the door and don’t really think about what it takes to get a trained visiting person to the door of a homebound older adult to deliver a hot meal and perform a safety check.
At the Meals on Wheels administrative office, there is one individual who has worked quietly in the background for over twenty years to ensure the smooth financial management of our organization. To him goes a great deal of the credit for our superior audit results and the efficient use of the resources entrusted to us. Jack Lewis is our Director of Finance and his sense of mission is as strong as any of our employees and volunteers. He understands that the efforts of all of us here contribute to the whole.
Although it is not in his job description, over the years Jack has also served as a general handyman in our office, fixing everything from our plumbing to the office furniture, and saving us the cost of multiple repair bills. He also comes to help out at our annual picnic, our annual gala fundraiser, and other agency events.
Jack Lewis is one of the unsung heroes of the non-profit world; his efforts help us to keep everything running. And, in the case of Meals on Wheels, his work here helps us to serve all those who ask for our help.
Chris Christensen, Rotarian Paul Belfiore, President
Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund Board member, Martha E. O’Neill, Esq. presents the $7,500 grant check to the President of SJCS, Meghan Brady.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, received a $7,500 grant from the Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund for its Meals On Wheels Program. The Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund makes grants to tax-exempt organizations without regard to religious affiliation for projects that help people in New Hampshire meet their basic needs. The Fund is operated by volunteer lay men and women who serve as Directors and who make recommendations to the Bishop of Manchester for grants to any organization in New Hampshire whose mission is consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The Fund raises money through solicitation of individuals, businesses and philanthropic organizations. An annual accounting of funds raised and disbursements is available at www.catholicnh.org/BCAF.
Last year, SJCS, the provider of Meals On Wheels, served 448,409 meals through Hillsborough County. Over the past two years, the number of meals served has increased by 17%. SJCS serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals On Wheels Program, which will in turn help people live better. New Hampshire has the 4th oldest population in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
Here’s a very nice letter published about SJCS Meals on Wheels in the Saturday, February 26th Opinion section (page 11) of The Telegraph.
http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/opinionletters/910430-263/she-cant-say-enough-about-meals-on.html
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals On Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, announced today that it will be holding March For Meals Day on March 24th. Mayor Ted Gatsas of Manchester, Mayor Donnalee Lozeau of Nashua and Selectman Barbara Miller of Peterborough will participate in the event to show their support for the community’s seniors and homebound disabled.
“The need for our services continues to grow. Over the past two years, the number of meals we have served has increased by 17%. In the current poor economy, it is more important than ever that we bring attention to the needs of our clients. We are grateful for the assistance we receive from Mayor Gatsas, Mayor Lozeau and Selectman Miller and their participation in the March for Meals Program,” said Meghan Brady, President for SJCS.
March For Meals is a national campaign, initiated by the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA), which seeks to raise awareness of senior hunger and to encourage action on the part of the local community. Mayors and other elected officials from all across the country will show their support for the Meals On Wheels Program in their city by delivering meals to the elderly and homebound disabled. Last year, over 1,000 U.S. and Canadian mayors and elected officials delivered meals on March for Meals Day. For more information please contact Paula J. Telage, Development Manager at 424-9967 or ptelage@sjcsinc.org.
St. Joseph Community Services fosters independence and life enrichment for seniors and other qualified adults through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
Monique Howes, better known to most people as “Mo,” has announced that she will retire from her position as Administrative Assistant at SJCS. In 1977, Mo was SJCS’s very first volunteer and then hired as the agency’s Secretary/Receptionist. Nine years later Mo was named the agency’s Administrative Assistant. She celebrated her thirty-third anniversary with SJCS on September 29, 2010. Although Mo will not be reporting to her daily job she has mentioned that she hopes to return on a weekly basis to volunteer.
“When I began in 1977 I never imagined I would have lasted 33 years. I used to tell everyone that I was married to St. Joseph Community Services longer than my husband. I feel extremely blessed to have learned so much and worked with so many wonderful people. Thank you SJCS for giving me the opportunity to have worked for such a kind and caring organization,” Monique Howes.
“For thirty-three years Monique Howes has dedicated herself to the betterment of the people we serve. She embodies the heart of this organization. Throughout my professional career, I have never seen her equal,” Meghan Brady, President of SJCS.
All of us at SJCS are sad that we will not have the chance to see Mo’s smiling face or hear her kind words and cheerful voice every day. We wish her the very best in her retirement.
Thank you for everything, Mo!
Here are some notes of thanks we received from our homebound clients in response to our Holiday Gift Tag Program:
“Somebody took time to do something very nice for me. I have no family and these small presents – large to me – touch my heart in a way all the gifts of my past years didn’t. Thank you very much for the candy also.”
“Joy Joy Joy – oh the joy – a real present – hadn’t expected anyone to be able to do that this year. Was just happy to have such wonderful food to eat and such lovely company. The two things I liked best of all were the tissues to blow my nose and glory of all glories a crossword book. No money for these for two years now. One of my favorite diversions! Oh thank you so very much. You made my Christmas extra joyous. Wishing you as wonderful a year as my joy was on receipt of such spectacular gifts.”
“Thank you for all the goodies I received at Christmas. It was greatly appreciated by the little old lady in #304.”
“To My Friends at Meals On Wheels: Thank you so much for the wonderful Christmas presents and especially to the wonderful person who made that beautiful afghan. It was truly unexpected and will be put to good use. Thanks again!”
“I am so grateful that you took the time and effort into putting together my gifts. They will be part of my Christmas celebration from now on.”
“Thank you so much for the bag of gifts you gave me. Everything in the bag was something I needed or wanted. Your kindness is only exceeded by your thoughtfulness.”
“Thank you so much for the great collection of different articles – all just what I will use and enjoy. I just love the hat and gloves and the throw is perfect for these cold nights. I like to sit up and read! Meals On Wheels are just great for me.”
“Thank you so much for the Christmas package. It was a wonderful surprise.”
“My thanks for the lovely gifts Meals On Wheels brought to me before Christmas. The lovely wool scarf hat and gloves set is so comfortable and warm and very much appreciated. The wonderful assortment of goodies including candy, soaps, tissues and other welcome items were all welcome. Thank you so very much. I feel very fortunate to be on the Meals On Wheels program and look forward each day to seeing the nice person who delivers my meal.”
“Thank you for the Christmas presents you gave to me!”
“Thank you for all the things you sent me for Christmas. I use them all. Happy New Year.”
If you have not had a chance to make your gift to SJCS Meals on Wheels please know that the need for our Program continues to grow and there is still time to help. Please take a moment to read the attached Annual Appeal letter from our agency President and Chairman of the Board and consider an online donation today!
If you have already contributed to our Annual Appeal please know that we are most grateful to you for your support. Your donations will help us provide some of life’s most basic needs, food, friendship and a daily safety check to our neighbors.
Happy New Year,
Paula J. Telage
Development Manager
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January 2010
Dear Friends,
Senior hunger is real, and it is affecting your neighbors here in Hillsborough County.
Helen is in her 80’s and lives alone in a small, old house with a gravel driveway. She waits by the window surrounded by pictures of loved ones who are no longer nearby. Midday, Helen hears a car drive up and knows that this is her SJCS Meals on Wheels driver. This may be the only friendly face she sees all day, and she knows her SJCS Meals on Wheels driver will deliver a hot, nutritious meal along with a warm smile.
What if Helen couldn’t answer the door? Thanks to the funds received by generous people like you, our trained SJCS Meals on Wheels driver will follow his training and get Helen the help she needs. There are many hungry and isolated people, like Helen, in neighborhoods like yours throughout Hillsborough County.
Who will ensure that each person receives a warm, nutritious meal delivered to her door? SJCS Meals on Wheels.
Who will ensure that each person is safe in her home and gets the help she needs if she can’t come to the door? SJCS Meals on Wheels.
Who will ensure that SJCS Meals on Wheels will be able to continue to provide these services and avoid establishing a waiting list for this assistance? You.
St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals on Wheels in Hillsborough County, served 448,409 meals to people just like Helen last year. This is 28,501 more meals than the year before, and the need is continuing to grow.
To provide a senior or disabled neighbor like Helen with our services for one week costs $35.00; one month costs $152.00; one year costs $1824.00. We would appreciate whatever amount you are able to give.
We are most grateful for your compassion and support. Together, we can continue to meet the needs of our homebound neighbors like Helen.
Meghan Brady Kevin Halloran
President Chairman of the Board
YES! I would like to help SJCS provide food, friendship, and a daily safety check for one of my neighbors for:
One Year $1824.00
Six Months $912.00
Three Months $456.00
Two Months $304.00
One Month $152.00
Two Weeks $70.00
One Week $35.00
Please click the gold “Donate Online” button at the top of this page then click the “Annual Appeal” tab to make your donation.
THANK YOU!!!
We at SJCS were delighted when a $500.00 check arrived in the mail from The Nashua Bank, 188 Main Street, Nashua, NH www.thenashuabank.com This holiday season, the employees of the bank decided that in lieu of sending out company holiday greeting cards they would donate the money to the SJCS Holiday Gift Tag Program.
Each year SJCS tries to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to its homebound participants. This year, thanks to the donations from local businesses like The Nashua Bank, SJCS was able to provide a holiday gift bag for each of their 1,331 homebound and disabled clients. Each client received a gift bag including much needed and appreciated necessities such as soaps, snacks, scarves and warm blankets.
If you would like to help SJCS continue to make a difference in the life of a homebound neighbor by volunteering or making a donation please visit us at www.mealsonwheelsnh.org, mail a check to at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054 or give us a call at 603-424-9967.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels in Hillsborough County, is proud to announce that Mr. James A. Gay of Milford has generously agreed to serve as the Secretary of its Board of Directors. Mr. Gay joined the SJCS Board in 2009.
Mr. Gay works as Director of Software Engineering/Development at Fidelity Investments in Merrimack, NH. Mr. Gay has worked at Fidelity Investments since 1994. Mr. Gay graduated magna cum laude from Northeastern University, Boston.
On December 17, 2010 Citizens Bank www.citizensbank.com employees, including President Cathy Schmidt, assisted the staff of St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels, with the assembly of a few hundred gift bags for their annual Holiday Gift Tag Program.
“St. Joseph Community Services is a true Champion in our state,” said Cathy Schmidt, President, Citizens Bank, New Hampshire. “Their support goes beyond a nutritious meal, they provide compassion, friendship and help ensure their client’s health and safety. I was humbled by this experience and I salute the many volunteers who selflessly donate their time to serve the clients who depend on them every day.”
Each year SJCS tries to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to its homebound participants. This year SJCS was able to provide a holiday gift bag for each of their 1,331 homebound and disabled clients. Each client received a gift bag including much needed and appreciated necessities such as soaps, snacks, scarves and warm blankets.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels, was honored by Citizens Bank and WMUR-TV as the 2009 fourth quarter Champion in Action.
Meals On Wheels Holiday Display at Amherst Yoga, Amherst www.amherstyoga.com
& People’s United Bank, Merrimack www.peoples.com
A very special thank you to the businesses, organizations and churches that helped us provide a little bit of holiday cheer for our Meals On Wheels participants by distributing our gift tags or by displaying a Christmas Tree at their place of business/gathering.
Please be sure to thank these fine businesses, organizations and churches for helping us with our Holiday Gift Tag Program:
Alphagraphics, Nashua
Amherst Congregational Church, Amherst
Amherst Lions Charities, Inc., Amherst
Amherst Yoga, Amherst
Atlantic Benefit Group, Nashua
Bedford Friendship Quilters Guild, Bedford
Bellman’s Jewelers, Manchester
Billy’s Famous Pizza, Merrimack
Cedar’s Café, Nashua
Citizens Bank, Manchester
Comcast, Londonderry
Congregational Church of Amherst, World Service Committee, Amherst
Depot Farm Stand, Merrimack
Elite Rehab & Sports Therapy, Merrimack
First Church of Nashua, Nashua
Focus on Fitness, Nashua Athletic Club, Nashua
Focus on Fitness, Somerset Swim & Fitness, Nashua
Focus on Fitness, Manchester
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Manchester
Haircutters LTD, Salon & Day Spa, Merrimack
Hannaford Supermarket, Bedford
Hannaford Supermarket, Nashua
Hewlett Packard, Andover
Hollis Senior Center, SJCS, Meals on Wheels, Hollis
Home Instead Senior Care, Be a Santa to a Senior Program, Manchester
Immaculate Conception Parish, Nashua
Innovations, The Salon & Spa, Merrimack
Keller Williams Realty of Nashua, Nashua
Law Warehouses, Nashua
Living At Home Senior Care, Amherst
Manchester Subaru, Manchester
Marvell Plate Glass, Merrimack
Merrimack Chamber of Commerce, Merrimack
Merrimack Daisy Girl Scout Troop 10916, Merrimack
Merrimack Middle School, Merrimack
Merrimack Village District, Merrimack
Milford Lions Club, Milford
Milford Rotary Club, Milford
Nashua High North French Society, Nashua
Our Lady of Mercy, Merrimack
People’s United Bank, Merrimack
People’s United Bank, Main Street, Nashua
People’s United Bank, Daniel Webster Highway, Nashua
Pheasant Wood Care and Rehabilitation Center, Cap the Cold Program,
Peterborough
Quota International of Manchester, Manchester
Reflex Tuning, Manchester
Renu Body Spa & Salon, Merrimack
Resurrection Parish, Nashua
River of Life Church, Amherst
Rose Haven, Manchester
Rotary Club of Merrimack, Merrimack
Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Thursday Night Knitting Group,
Manchester
Senior Activity Center, SJCS, Meals on Wheels, Nashua
SHARE Food Pantry of Milford, Milford
Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green, PA, Manchester
Souhegan Valley Chamber , Amherst
St. Catherine’s Church, Manchester
St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, Bedford
St. Francis School, Pre-K to Grade 6, Litchfield
St. James Church, Merrimack
St. John Neumann Catholic Community, Merrimack
St. Joseph Family Practice, Merrimack
St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Nashua
St. Paul Lutheran, Amherst
Subaru of Milford, Milford
Subaru of Nashua, Hudson
The Christmas Tree Shops, Nashua
The D.W. Diner, Merrimack
The Merrimack Quilters, Merrimack
The Nashua Bank, Nashua
The Rsec Academy, Amherst
Tulley BMW, Nashua
Visiting Angels, Auburn
Watatic Grange Amherst Chapter, Amherst
Weare Health Fair, Weare
Weisman, Tessier, Lambert & Halloran, Nashua
WYCN, TV13, Nashua
YogaBalance, Manchester
David Gott & Carolyn Mortellaro with the
Meals On Wheels Holiday Display at Tulley BMW, Nashua www.tulleybmw.com
Holiday Display at Focus on Fitness, Nashua Athletic Club location www.nashuaathleticclub.com
Barbara Walden & Shirley Small, of the Merrimack Quilters,
present 26 gorgeous quilts to Meals On Wheels!
A big, warm-hearted thank you to The Merrimack Quilters who provided twenty-six gorgeous, handmade quilts to our Holiday Gift Tag Program!
The Merrimack Quilters, Barbara Walden, Shirley Small, Santina Thibedeau, Nze Obinello, Sue Levesque, Joan Haskell, Deb Caveney and Carol Malson are a dedicated group of women who meet two times a month at the John O’Leary Community Center in Merrimack. They have been meeting for the past 16 years and for the last 5 years have provided SJCS 96 of their handcrafted quilts. The quilts are greatly appreciated by their recipients and help keep them warm during the cold New Hampshire winter months. “The Merrimack Quilters work on these beautiful quilts all year round in order to provide warmth and a smile to those who need them the most. These gorgeous quilts also represent the dedication of the Merrimack Quilters to our community,” said Paula Telage, Development Manager at SJCS. “We are so very grateful for their continued support of our Holiday Gift Tag Program.”
All quilts are created from either donated materials or materials purchased privately. Individuals who sew and who are interested in joining The Merrimack Quilters are always welcome. Please call Barbara at 424-7579 for details.
Three very happy recipients of the beautiful quilts.
Volunteers help sort gifts and fill bags for our clients!
Happy New Year!
On behalf of all of us here at St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals On Wheels in Hillsborough County, I would like to thank the community for their tremendous generosity to our annual Holiday Gift Tag Program. Because of the kindness of many individuals and over 70 businesses, organizations and churches, every single one of our 1,331 homebound and disabled Meals On Wheels participants received a little bit of holiday cheer along with their hot meal and daily safety check.
The average age of our homebound participant is 80 and the majority of them live alone. Each of these participants received a small gift bag including much needed and appreciated necessities such as soaps, snacks, scarves and warm blankets. This thank you letter recently arrived in our mailbox: “I am writing to you to thank you for the Christmas gifts you give to us, mine was a beautiful afghan, you just don’t know how I appreciated it, I would like to thank Meals On Wheels for their meals and for the excellent service that we get.” Another thank you that we received says: “I just love the hat and gloves and the throw is perfect for these cold nights – I like to sit up and read! Thank you so much. Meals On Wheels are just great for me.”
If you would like to help us continue to make a difference in the life of a homebound neighbor please donate online at www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or mail a check to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054.
Paula J. Telage
Development Manager
St. Joseph Community Services
One of many car loads of donated More wonderful volunteers!
gifts to our Holiday Program!
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, is pleased to announce the receipt of a $25,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation’s Burgess Fund, John W. Hart Memorial Fund, the Frederick W. Cox and Dorothy Thurber Cox Memorial Fund.
SJCS currently serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation will help SJCS continue to provide a nutritious meal, social interaction and a daily check on the safety of its Meals on Wheels participants. The number of elderly in New Hampshire is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation serves communities throughout New Hampshire, southeastern Maine and eastern Vermont. The Foundation manages a growing collection of charitable funds created by individuals, families and corporations. Outside the government, the Foundation is the largest grantmaker in the state, making more than 3000 grants to nonprofits and nearly 1600 student aid awards totaling approximately $30 million annually. The Foundation is nonpartisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues. Based in Concord, the Foundation roots itself in the communities through regional advisory boards. More information is available at www.nhcf.org or by calling 603-225-6641.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County, is pleased to announce the receipt of a $5,000 grant from the Employees of Associated Grocers and Vista Foods Fund, an advised fund within the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.
Last year, SJCS, the provider of Meals on Wheels, served 448,409 meals throughout Hillsborough County. SJCS serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals on Wheels Program, which will in turn help people live better. New Hampshire has the 4th oldest population in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation serves communities throughout New Hampshire, southeastern Maine and eastern Vermont. The Foundation manages a growing collection of charitable funds created by individuals, families and corporations, and awards more than $30 million annually in grants and scholarships. The Charitable Foundation is nonpartisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues. Based in Concord, the Charitable Foundation roots itself in the communities through regional advisory boards. More information is available at www.nhcf.org or by calling 603-225-6641.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County was the recipient of a $50,000 grant from The Walmart Foundation and the New Hampshire Advisory Council through the State Giving Program. Through the State Giving Program, the Walmart Foundation supports organizations with programs that align with their mission to create opportunities so people can live better.
Last year, SJCS, the provider of Meals on Wheels, served 448,409 meals through Hillsborough County. SJCS serves an average of 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant from The Walmart Foundation will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals on Wheels Program which will in turn help people live better. New Hampshire has the 4th oldest population in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS’ services will only continue to grow.
Over the past year, SJCS has seen a surge in need unprecedented in its 33 year history. This increase is due to the poor economy as well as the rising number of older adults in NH. For many older adults, the careful savings of the lifetime have been dramatically decreased due to the poor economy.
If you would like to help SJCS make a difference in an elder’s life by making a donation please click the “DONATE ONLINE” button on the top of this page or send a donation to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) is proud to announce that Attorney Philip R. Currier has generously agreed to once again serve on its Board of Directors.
Attorney Currier is an attorney at Currier & Currier, P.C. in Nashua and specializes in Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, and Small Business. He is counsel to several non-profit organizations, served three terms in the N.H. House of Representatives, and has been Town Moderator in Pelham for many years. Attorney Currier originally joined the SJCS Board in 2000 and served as President/Chairman from 2006-2009.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) is proud to announce that Ms. Katharine Face has generously agreed to serve on its Board of Directors.
Ms. Face currently serves as Assistant Vice President and Branch Service Manager of The Nashua Bank. She joined the bank in September 2007and is grateful for the opportunity to be part of a thriving new organization. She enjoys helping to build banking relationships with local residents and businesses of the greater Nashua community. Prior to joining The Nashua Bank, she was employed at Ocean Bank and Citizens Bank in Manchester.
Ms. Face currently resides in Bedford, New Hampshire with her family.
By simply visiting www.ShareTheTable.com, you can help end senior hunger now! Barilla will donate $1 to the Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) up to $150,000 every time someone participates. This money will be used to support local Meals On Wheels programs, like St. Joseph Community Services, across the country. All you have to do is click “Yes! I Do!” in response to the question, “Do you Believe in Meaningful Meals?”
Barilla’s 2010 Share The Table campaign is not their first attempt to improve the relationships of families and the lives of seniors – last year Barilla donated $150,000 to MOWAA through the Share The Table campaign.
Take a moment to Share The Table and spread the word to your family and friends. With just a click of your mouse, you will be helping to make a difference in our movement to end senior hunger.
SJCS will be hosting a weekly Bingo night at Kiwanis Hall (14 Melendy Road, Hudson, NH – 889-3486) starting on Friday, October 1st.
The doors will open at 4pm and Bingo begins at 6:45pm. There will also be Lucky 7 games and eight door prizes valued at $20.00 each!
If you are interested in volunteering for Bingo night please call Paula at 603/424-9967 or email ptelage@sjcsinc.org
This is a huge fundraiser for SJCS so please consider coming out to have some fun while benefiting a great cause. Good luck!
SJCS now has a new look for their online donation giving page. This new page allows SJCS to gather more information about online donations. Donors are now able to select what their donation is for and if it is in honor of or in memory of a friend or loved one. SJCS will also have additional tabs for the Annual Appeal, Ballroom Gala and Holiday Gift Program in the coming months. Be sure to check it out by clicking the yellow DONATE Online button at the top of this page.
Every year at the Annual Picnic, St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) recognizes a business organization within the community that demonstrates outstanding support for the Meals on Wheels Program. This year’s Community Partner of the Year Award recipient was Makibie www.makibie.com of Merrimack, NH. Founder and CEO Robert Maille and Operations Manager Dawn Largy were present to accept the award.
Makibie is a research and development house dedicated to the art and science of the customer experience. They fuse together passion, innovation, and eBusiness expertise to help companies create products and services that leverage organic business strengths, break through market standards, and delight customers.
When SJCS was in need of a new, updated website they were thrilled when Makibie not only agreed to create the new website, but offered to perform the regular monthly maintenance at no cost to the agency. Through the years, Makibie has continued to work one on one with SJCS to update the website content and help keep it looking fresh and new. The website gets lots of compliments from the community and is a vital tool that allows SJCS to spread the word about Meals on Wheels!
SJCS is proud to recognize Makibie’s unstinting support to the agency.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, held its 31st Annual Picnic for hundreds of area seniors on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at the Alpine Grove in Hollis, NH.
Picnic favorites such as chicken and ribs, tossed salad, pasta salad, baked beans, and yummy strawberry shortcake were served. Seniors were able to spend time together with good friends and make new ones. There were many opportunities to enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with activities including ‘horseracing’, line dancing, bingo and plenty of raffle prizes. They enjoyed a performance about senior issues and the celebration of the aging process by the Seacoast Repertory Theatre group “Senior Moments”.
Every year at the picnic, St. Joseph Community Services recognizes a business organization within the community that demonstrates outstanding support for the Meals on Wheels Program. Makibie www.makibie.com of Merrimack, NH received this year’s Community Partner of the Year Award. Founder and CEO Robert Maille and Operations Manager Dawn Largy were present to accept the award.
Since its founding SJCS has served more than 10 million meals to an elderly, disabled and often isolated population. SJCS served 448,409 meals last year, this is 28,501 more meals than the previous year and the need continues to grow.
On August 3, 2010, St. Joseph Community Services hosted a retirement party at the Nashua Senior Activity Center to honor Ellie Allard’s 29 years of service. Ellie served as the Site Coordinator for Sullivan Terrace South in Nashua. At the party Ellie was honored by many coworkers, family members and friends.
Thank you, Ellie, for all your years of service to St. Joseph Community Services! We will miss your optimistic spirit, warm smile and dedication to our agency.
We are pleased to announce that Rebecca Fregeau has accepted the position of Receptionist/Development Assistant at our Administrative Office in Merrimack. Please be sure to welcome Rebecca to our team when you see her or speak with her on the phone!
If you enjoy playing poker come out and play some games of chance to benefit St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels on August 31, 2010 through September 9, 2010.
This poker fundraiser will be held at The Manchester Bingo Center which is located at 165 John Devine Drive in Manchester (just off South Willow Street). The phone number is (603) 622-2882. Doors open at 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends and close at 1am.
This is a huge fundraiser for SJCS so please consider coming out to have some fun while benefiting a great cause. Good luck!
St Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, will hold its 31st Annual Summer Picnic for area seniors on Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Alpine Grove in Hollis, NH.
Picnic favorites such as chicken and ribs, tossed salad, pasta salad, baked beans, chips and yummy strawberry shortcake will be served. Seniors are able to spend time together with good friends and make new ones. There will be lots of opportunities to enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with many activities including ‘horseracing’, line dancing, bingo and plenty of raffle prizes.
Tickets are $13.00 and may be purchased at any one of the 12 SJCS sites around Hillsborough County. To find the site closest to you visit www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or call 424-9967.
Since its founding SJCS has served more than 10 million meals to an elderly, disabled and often isolated population. Fundraising dollars touch every meal we serve. We served 419,908 meals last year, this is 37,300 more meals than the previous year and the need continues to grow.
If you would like to help SJCS meet this ever increasing need by making a donation online please visit www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or send a donation to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054. If you would like to make a difference in an elder’s life by volunteering please visit our website or call 603/424-9967.
St. Joseph Community Services fosters independence and life enrichment for seniors and other qualified adults through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, hosted March For Meals Day on March 24, 2010. Mayor Ted Gatsas of Manchester, Mayor Donnalee Lozeau of Nashua and Selectman Barbara Miller of Peterborough participated in this event to show their support for the community’s seniors and homebound disabled.
“In this economy, it is important that we continue to bring attention to the much needed services we provide. We are grateful for the assistance we receive from Mayor Gatsas, Mayor Lozeau and Selectman Miller and their participation in the March for Meals Program,” said Meghan Brady, President for SJCS.
SJCS serves 1,650 meals a day throughout Hillsborough County. Their caring staff and volunteers bring a meal, a smile and a friendly visit every day. They are proud of their 33-year history enriching lives with a warm meal, social connection and independence.
March For Meals is a national campaign, initiated by the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA), which seeks to raise awareness of senior hunger and to encourage action on the part of the local community. On March 24, 2010, elected officials from all across the U.S. and Canada showed their support for the Meals on Wheels Program in their city by delivering meals to the elderly and homebound disabled. For more information please contact Paula J. Telage, Special Events Coordinator at 424-9967 or ptelage@sjcsinc.org.
St. Joseph Community Services fosters independence and life enrichment for seniors and other qualified adults through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
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St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) is proud to announce that Mr. Lawrence L. Streb has generously agreed to serve on its Board of Directors.
Mr. Streb has more than 14 years of experience providing financial and wealth management advice. He earned a Master’s Degree in Geophysics from Penn State University. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1985, briefly left to become Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Chesterton, a Boston based international industrial firm, and then returned to Merrill Lynch in 1997. Mr. Streb obtained his CFP® certification in 2000, and his CRPS®, Chartered Retirement Planning Specialist” in 2008 (both awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards), he also was awarded CIMA® – The Certified Investment Manager Analyst designation in 2006. Mr. Streb specializes in financial, trust & estate planning issues and is the team’s equity Portfolio Manager under the PIA program. He works closely with pre-retirees, business, medical and municipal organizations.
Mr. Streb is happily married to Linda Syiek who is an OB/GYN physician working in an exclusively all women physician group in Bedford, New Hampshire. They are the proud parents of three children.
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St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) is proud to announce that Mr. Richard Plamondon has generously agreed to serve on its Board of Directors.
Mr. Plamondon has worked at St. Joseph Hospital since 1974 and was promoted through several positions in the Department of Finance to his current position as Chief Financial Officer; a post he assumed in 1992. His role includes the responsibility to develop short and long term financial strategies to insure sufficient funds are available to meet the organization’s objectives.
Mr. Plamondon was awarded his Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration by Rivier College and was awarded his Master of Business Administration by Southern NH University.
Hello everyone,
We are in The Telegraph twice today!
When you have a chance, be sure to check out the “Senior Class – Week 40. Doorstep Dining” article by Corey Perrine on page 3. The article focuses on two of our Senior Activity Center volunteers, Linda Duff and Helen Butler. Click here for this article and a multimedia clip http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/news/528954-196/senior-class—week-40.-doorstep-dining.html
In the paper version only of today’s Telegraph you will find my Holiday Program thank you letter to the community on page 6.
Have a great day,
Paula
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS) is proud to announce that Dr. Roger R. Dionne of Hudson, NH has generously agreed to serve, once again, on its Board of Directors. Dr. Dionne previously served on the SJCS Board from 1996 until 2005 (Vice President from 2001-2002 and President from 2003-2005).
Dr. Dionne served in the Medical Corps of the U.S. Navy and returned to Nashua in 1964 and opened a general medical practice. In 1984 this practice became the foundation known now as the St. Joseph Family Medical Centers. Through the years, he has received many local, state and national awards recognizing his excellence in medicine.
Dr. Dionne has been a champion for elders for many years. The Roger Dionne, MD, Senior Center at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua was created from his vision of providing a place where older adults can experience many levels and types of care in one outpatient location. http://stjosephhospital.reachlocal.net/Roger-Dionne-Senior
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County is thrilled to announce the receipt of a $2,500 grant from the Employees of Associated Grocers and Vista Foods Fund, an advised fund within the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.
SJCS serves 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant from the Employees of Associated Grocers and Vista Foods Fund will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals on Wheels Program. New Hampshire is the 5th oldest state in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for the programs that SJCS provides will only continue to grow.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation has been improving the quality of life in our communities since 1962. It builds and manages a collection of charitable funds, totaling nearly $490 million, created by individuals, families and corporations. The Foundation is non-partisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues that affect our state. The Foundation awarded more than $33 million in grants, scholarships and initiatives in 2007; more than $125 million in just the past five years. Based in Concord, the Foundation roots itself in communities across the state through seven regions including Lakes, Manchester, Monadnock, Nashua, North Conway, Piscataqua and Upper Valley. For more information, visit www.nhcf.org or call 603-225-6641.
SJCS named 2009 Champion in Action in area of Hunger
Citizens Bank and WMUR-TV to provide $25,000 grant, PR and volunteer support
Citizens Bank New Hampshire and WMUR-TV have named St. Joseph Community Services as their 2009 fourth quarter Champion in Action® in the area of hunger. As part of the award, the organization will receive a $25,000 grant, media coverage, and extensive promotional and volunteer support for its dedication to providing nutritious meals, health education, and social interaction opportunities for seniors and disabled adults throughout Hillsborough County.
“Citizens Bank is pleased to join WMUR-TV in naming St. Joseph Community Services as the newest Champion in Action,” said Cathleen A. Schmidt, President, Citizens Bank, New Hampshire. “By providing financial, marketing, and volunteer support, we can assist this Champion in advancing its programs and services. St. Joseph Community Services and its Meals on Wheels program offer a nutritious meal each day and a friendly safety check for their clients. We congratulate the organization’s efforts, and we are proud to contribute to its success.”
The Champions in Action program is designed to recognize and support nonprofit organizations for their contributions to New Hampshire communities. A new Champion in Action is selected each quarter among a range of social service areas.
“Sharing in this initiative with Citizens Bank continues to be a source of great pride,” said Jeff Bartlett, General Manager of WMUR-TV. “We are very pleased to help out organizations across the state that demonstrate such a strong commitment to making a difference in the lives of so many New Hampshire residents. They truly are champions.”
With its 12 sites and seven satellite locations, St. Joseph Community Services provides meals at community dining centers as well as through their Meals on Wheels program. Without these programs some of their clients would have to choose between purchasing food or paying for other basic needs such as heat, medicine, or rent. St. Joseph Community Services served 420,000 meals last year. Currently 1,650 meals are served everyday – 200 more per day than the prior year, and although there has been an unprecedented surge in need, they have been able to avoid implementing a waiting list.
“The knock on each client’s door is the very heart of our program,” said Meghan Brady, President of St. Joseph Community Services. “Our drivers not only provide a nutritious meal, a smile, and a safety check: they also bring peace of mind for our clients and their families.”
According to Brady, St. Joseph Community Services’ dedicated staff and volunteers deliver food and friendship to their clients, who often are the most vulnerable and isolated members in our communities.
“Our caring staff and volunteers bring a meal, and a friendly visit every day,” added Brady. “Everyone is very proud of our 32-year history of enriching lives with a warm meal, social connection and independence.”
As a Champion in Action, St. Joseph Community Services will receive:
• A $25,000 contribution in unrestricted funds from the Citizens Bank Foundation.
• Media coverage from WMUR-TV, including public service announcements and television profiles.
• Volunteer support from Citizens and WMUR-TV employees.
• Extensive public relations support.
• Promotional support, highlighting the current “Champion in Action” in all Citizens Bank branches and on its ATMs.
• Exposure on both Citizens Bank and WMUR-TV Web sites.
“We are honored to be recognized by Citizens Bank and WMUR as a Champion in Action,” said Brady. “This award will enable us to reach more people in need, offering a healthy meal, as well as other elder support services. We are confident this will help improve their quality of life.”
A nonprofit organization focusing on workforce development will be named for the first quarter Champion in Action in January 2010.
For more information about the Champions in Action program, visit www.citizensbank.com or www.TheWMURChannel.com. To learn more about St. Joseph Community Services visit www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or call (603) 424-9967. St. Joseph Community Services is located at 395 Daniel Webster Highway, P.O. Box 910, Merrimack, NH.
About Citizens Bank:
Citizens Bank is a division of RBS Citizens, N.A., operating its seven-state branch network in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. It has 77 branches and 155 ATMs in New Hampshire.
RBS Citizens, N.A. is a subsidiary of Citizens Financial Group, Inc., a $153 billion commercial bank holding company headquartered in Providence, R.I. CFG’s two bank subsidiaries are RBS Citizens, N.A. and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. They operate a 12-state branch network under the Citizens Bank brand in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont, and the Charter One brand in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio. CFG has non-branch retail and commercial offices in about 40 states. It is one of the 10 largest commercial banking companies in the United States ranked by assets as of June 30, 2009. CFG is owned by RBS (The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc). CFG’s Web site is citizensbank.com.
About WMUR-TV:
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St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, held its 30th Annual Summer Picnic for area seniors on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at Alpine Grove in Hollis, NH.
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St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County, held its 30th Annual Summer Picnic for area seniors on Thursday, August 20, 2009 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Alpine Grove in Hollis, NH.
Over three hundred seniors enjoyed picnic favorites such as juicy fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, biscuits and the always yummy strawberry shortcake! Seniors were able to spend time together with good friends and make new ones. They also enjoyed some good old-fashioned fun with lots of activities including ‘horseracing’, “new” line dancing, BINGO and plenty of raffle prizes. New Hampshire Governor John Lynch stopped by to spend some time listening and talking with the seniors and even launched the BINGO game by calling the first number.
Every year at the picnic, St. Joseph Community Services recognizes a business organization within the community that demonstrates outstanding support for the Meals on Wheels Program. This year’s Corporate Partner of the Year Award recipient was the Radisson Hotel Manchester. General Manager Kim Roy and Assistant Manager Tammy Patch were present to accept the award.
Since its founding St. Joseph Community Services has served more than 9.5 million meals to an elderly, disabled and often isolated population. Over the past ten months, we have seen a surge in need unprecedented in our 32 year history.
If you would like to help us make a difference in an elder or disabled neighbor’s life by making a donation online or to inquire about volunteering please visit www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or send a donation to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054.
St. Joseph Community Services fosters independence and life enrichment for seniors and other qualified adults through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County is thrilled to announce the receipt of a $25,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation www.nhcf.org.
A year and a half ago, SJCS was serving 1,400 meals a day throughout Hillsborough County. Today SJCS serves 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals on Wheels Program. New Hampshire is the 5th oldest state in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS will only continue to grow.
The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation has been improving the quality of life in our communities since 1962. It builds and manages a collection of charitable funds, totaling nearly $490 million, created by individuals, families and corporations. The Foundation is non-partisan, frequently playing the role of convener and catalyst on a broad spectrum of issues that affect our state. The Foundation awarded more than $33 million in grants, scholarships and initiatives in 2007; more than $125 million in just the past five years. Based in Concord, the Foundation roots itself in communities across the state through seven regions including Lakes, Manchester, Monadnock, Nashua, North Conway, Piscataqua and Upper Valley. For more information, visit www.nhcf.org or call 603-225-6641.
St. Joseph Community Services (SJCS), the provider of Meals on Wheels throughout Hillsborough County was the recipient of a $4000 Grant at the Rotary Club of Nashua’s annual Community Grant and Scholarship Awards luncheon on Monday, June 15, 2009 at the Nashua Country Club.
A year and a half ago, St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals on Wheels, was serving 1,400 meals a day throughout Hillsborough County. Today SJCS serves 1,650 meals a day to its homebound and community diners. This generous donation from the Nashua Rotary Club will help SJCS continue to meet the ongoing and increasing need for its Meals on Wheels Program. New Hampshire is the 5th oldest state in the nation. The number of elderly is increasing at a rapid pace, and the need for SJCS will only continue to grow.
Over the past year, SJCS has seen a surge in need unprecedented in its 31 year history. This increase is due to the poor economy as well as the rising number of older adults in NH. For many older adults, the careful savings of the lifetime have been dramatically decreased due to the poor economy.
If you would like to help SJCS make a difference in an elder’s life by making a donation please click the “DONATE ONLINE” button on the top of this page or send a donation to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054.
St. Joseph Community Services, Inc., the provider of Meals on Wheels and Community Dining throughout Hillsborough County recently honored its 543 volunteers, who in 2008 donated 39,634 hours of service valued at $300,000. In appreciation for their hard work and devotion to Meals on Wheels, volunteers enjoyed a three course dinner prepared and served by the Nashua High North Hospitality and Tourism Department and listened to an a cappella performance by sixteen year old Nashua High North student and jazz soloist, Amanda Bottieri. Each volunteer received their very own St. Joseph Community Services reusable grocery bag filled with goodies. Volunteers participated in a raffle for gift certificates donated by area businesses.
Special recognition was given to Eda Azzali of Merrimack, Dorothy Legere of Nashua and Wilma Puffer of Nashua for the most donated hours in 2008. Volunteer Drivers Omer Cote, Gloria Fulgoni, and Jacquelyn Marston, all of Nashua, were honored for the most driver hours donated in 2008.
Since its founding St. Joseph Community Services has served more than 9.5 million meals to an elderly, disabled and often isolated population. Over the past ten months, we have seen a surge in need unprecedented in our 31 year history.
If you would like to help us make a difference in an elder’s life by making a donation online or to inquire about volunteering please visit www.mealsonwheelsnh.org or send a donation to us at St. Joseph Community Services, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH, 03054. Proceeds will help us with our struggle to provide a nutritious meal, a daily safety check and socialization to an average of 1,650 elderly and homebound clients throughout Hillsborough County. For many of our homebound clients, the only person they see during the day is their Meals on Wheels driver.
St. Joseph Community Services fosters independence and life enrichment for seniors and other qualified adults through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
Mayor Donnalee Lozeau of Nashua and Mayor Frank C. Guinta of Manchester will participate in the 2009 Mayors For Meals Campaign to show their support for the seniors in their community.
“We are excited about having Mayor Lozeau and Mayor Guinta participate in our event. We have seen a tremendous increase in need for our Meals on Wheels program and hope the Mayors For Meals Campaign raises awareness.” said Meghan Brady, President for SJCS.
Mayors For Meals is a national campaign, initiated by Meals On Wheels for the Association of America (MOWAA), which seeks to raise awareness of these programs and to encourage action on the part of the local community. MOWAA anticipates that over 1000 mayors from across the country will participate in this campaign. For more information please contact Paula J. Telage, Special Events Coordinator at 424-9967 or ptelage@sjcsinc.org.
Does your company have a matching gift program? If so, you can make your donation to St. Joseph Community Services, the provider of Meals on Wheels, go farther. Many companies have matching gift programs that allow both the employers and their employees to support charitable organizations. It’s really easy to do! Just ask your Human Resources department if your company offers matching gift opportunities. If so, request a matching gift application form and send it along with your donation to St. Joseph Community Services.
St. Joseph Community Services is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization providing over 1,650 hot nutritious meals per day, Monday through Friday, to the elderly and homebound disabled throughout Hillsborough County.
For more information please contact Paula J. Telage, Special Events Coordinator at ptelage@sjcsinc.org or call 603.424.9967
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