ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Alzheimer’s Association’s 2023 Memory Ball Dancing Stars is a signature fundraising event. The May 6 event features several prominent members from Maryland who are known for their leadership and commitment to the cause. The Option Group’s Ellen Platt has been tapped as one of the twelve amateur dancers! You can sponsor her at https://act.alz.org/site/TR?px=11908730&pg=personal&fr_id=16194

ABOUT THE ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION: The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. For more than 40 years, we have provided reliable information, education, and support for people with dementia and their families, increased funding for dementia research, and influenced changes in public policy.

For more information, or to donate to the Alzheimer’s Association directly, contact David Jonas, Development Manager, Corporate Initiatives, Greater Maryland Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 4526, Lutherville, MD 21094, (443) 632-9723, https://www.alz.org/maryland.

Download More Information

HANDSFREE HEALTH ANNOUNCES WELLBE CHAT FOR SENIORS: 

This is a new and exciting chat option. This conversational feature uses Artificial Intelligence to communicate in a friendly and conversational manner with seniors. This takes chat to the next level and becomes a CONVERSATIONAL COMPANION for seniors - minimizing isolation and loneliness which are key senior concerns.

 "WellBe Chat" can be delivered via our medical alert watch/pendant and speaker.  It is state-of-the-art and we believe you will find it a compelling marketplace differentiator.

For more information, please reach out to:

Kelly M. Hasenei, khasenei@handsfreehealth.com  410-446-9733

WellBe Chat for Seniors intro video:  https://vimeo.com/795628202/6a1ea649d7

                                              

Click HERE To RSVP

On Saturday, April 22nd Neighbor Ride will host its 9th annual BINGO. Proceeds support our volunteer-driven transportation program, which gives seniors the “wheels” they need to remain active and independent. YOU can join in the fun by being a Sponsor! Levels range from $125 to $2,500. Contact Colleen at ckonstanzer@neighborride.org to sign-up.

Title Sponsor ($2,500)

• All benefits of Presenting and Event sponsorship levels PLUS…
• Category Exclusivity
• Option to engage your employees (wearing your company apparel) as event night volunteers
• Logo and link on Neighbor Ride’s website donor page

Presenting Sponsor ($1,000)

• All benefits of Event sponsorship PLUS…
• Logo placement on outdoor event banner
• Logo with link on ticket purchase page
• Premier space allotted for marketing displays at event
• An invitation to speak at the BINGO event

Event Sponsor ($500)

• Special thanks on ticket purchase page
• Logo and tag in social media announcements
• Logo on all printed materials
• Recognition throughout the night of the event
• Information table at the event
• Listing on Neighbor Ride website donor page
• Listing in Neighbor Ride’s passenger newsletter

$250 Special Basket Sponsor

• Enhanced listing in event program
• Marketing materials on basket sponsors’ table

$125 Regular Game Sponsor

• Listing in event program

The Village In Howard County (TVIH) is seeking an Executive Director to lead this vibrant and well-established community-based aging-in-place village. TVIH is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization for seniors in the Howard County area focused on improving the quality of aging through education, social support, assistance, and community improvement programs.

TVIH is based on the national village model which has shown that overcoming isolation, managing changing housing needs, improving access to healthcare, and building relationships improves the quality of aging.

TVIH currently provides 40 programs a month and myriad of services including healthcare assistance, transportation, cultural, educational and social opportunities, and fitness activities that support their ability to live at home.

TVIH also engages in improvement programs at the hospital, Office of Aging, housing affordability, AARP Age Friendly, and aging support organizations. The current 180 members live throughout Howard County and are engaged with a range of neighborhood, community, fraternal and religious groups.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION PROFILE

Position focus

• Continue and enhance the relationship and community building activities of the 180+ members and volunteers.

• Support the organization’s transition from a board led to executive director led organization.

• Increase fundraising and membership development.

• Coordinate programs with organizations supporting aging populations. 2 Desired Background and Experience

• Passion about our mission of TVIH and service to seniors

• Experience that will help manage a small organization, including budget, IT, volunteer management, and project management

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising

• Ability to build relationship, work collaboratively, and work with the Board of Directors

• High energy, positive personality, problem solver, and highly organized

NEXT STEPS

Step 1: Submit a letter of interest indicating how you can contribute. Please include a resume.

Step 2: All letters will be acknowledged within two weeks.

Step 3: Possible candidates will be invited to a zoom orientation background session that introduces TVIH leaders, after January 16, 2023.

Step 4: Candidates will be asked to provide a more detailed description of how they can contribute.

Please send materials to The Village In Howard(TVIH) by January 16, 2023. Email: hiringcommittee@thevillageinhoward.org

PO Box 1276, Columbia, MD 21044

(443) 367-9043

www.thevillageinhoward.org

Independent Living

LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR

Residences at Vantage Point, a pleasant community located in downtown Columbia, MD providing a vibrant lifestyle for older adults seeks an experienced candidate with excellent hospitality skills to support our independent living residents by creating the best programs and services for our seniors. The preferred candidate will be a certified activity professional who is able to work independently, as well as, with a team for community events. The successful candidate will be hospitality minded with good oral; written communication & possess proficient computer skills for creating flyers and announcements is preferred. Position offers a competitive wage with excellent benefits to include PTO, Health, Dental, STD, LTD, Life, etc. Vantage House is a Drug Free workplace, background check req’d.

Email resume and cover letter to: VPHR@vantagepointresidences.org, FAX to 410-992-1304, or apply in person at 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia MD 21044.EOE

Looking for a great way to support older adults in our community AND promote your business? Contact Colleen about Neighbor Ride's Passenger Newsletter sponsorship opportunities. Fall, Winter, and Spring issue sponsorships are now available at a cost of $1,000/issue. 

Benefits Include

• FULL PAGE INFO AD in newsletter mailed to over 900 older adult clients and distributed in all Howard County 50+ Centers
• Listing in Winter and Spring newsletter issues
• Listing on Neighbor Ride's website
• Social media shout-outs on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn

Many thanks to Jade Duggan for her wonderful presentation last week!  In case you missed it, check out her presentation, Staying Steady Amidst Chaos, HERE!