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A Publication of the Thomas M. Wernert Center For Mental Health Recovery and Support March—April 2015 This Year’s Heart & Soul event had over 300 people in attendance. The Heart & Soul Planning Committee were pleased to have Patrick and Sharon Czarny serve as Honorary Co-Chairs. Patrick and Sharon have a son who lives with mental illness. Patrick shared a heart felt story about his son and how well the family are doing now, as a result of the treatment and support received within the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County (MHRSBLC) system of care. It was very gratifying to hear a success story like this. That is what the mission of Heart and Soul is all about; to raise awareness for mental illness and help erase the stigma associated with it, while raising funds to help ensure recovery successes in our com- munity continue. Thank you to the generous sponsors, including MHRSBLC providers the Zepf Center, Unison Be- havioral Health Group, and Rescue Inc., those who donated items for the silent & live auctions, the enthu- siastic volunteers, community friends who attended and purchased items from the auctions, Patrick and Sharon Czarny, and Co-Founders of Heart and Soul, Tony Rasczyk and Sally Binard. This event would not have been the success it was, if it wasn’t for everyone’s support. Net proceeds of nearly $30,000 will bene- fit the Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital and the Wernert Center. 11th Annual Caring for Our Community Honorary Co-Chairs, Sharon and Patrick Czarny, whose ongoing support throughout the year is much appreciated by TMWC members and staff. TMWC Board of Trustees President, Brian Han- sen (left) and Brian O’Connor, Vice-President (right) share the evening with TMWC Member Curtis Stallsworth (center) Members Darla Newhouse and Mike Edminson enjoying dinner and time with their friends. Tony Rasczyk, co-founder of event, hard at work! Thanks for your dedication, Tony! Sharon Czarny, and Sally Binard, co- founder of event, watching the festivi- ties. Thanks for your dedication, Sally! TMWC Board of Trustees & Fundraising Chair, Candy Tavormina and TMWC Executive Director Kelly Skinner intently watching the live auction. More Photos on Page 2
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For Mental Health Recovery and Support
March—April 2015
This Year’s Heart & Soul event had over 300 people in attendance. The Heart & Soul Planning Committee were pleased to have Patrick and Sharon Czarny serve as Honorary Co-Chairs. Patrick and Sharon have a son who lives with mental illness. Patrick shared a heart felt story about his son and how well the family are doing now, as a result of the treatment and support received within the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County (MHRSBLC) system of care. It was very gratifying to hear a success story like this.
Honorary Co-Chairs, Sharon and Patrick Czarny, whose ongoing support throughout the year is much appreciated by TMWC members and staff.
TMWC Board of Trustees President, Brian Han- sen (left) and Brian O’Connor, Vice-President (right) share the evening with TMWC Member Curtis Stallsworth (center)
Members Darla Newhouse and Mike Edminson enjoying dinner and time with their friends.
Tony Rasczyk, co-founder of event, hard at work! Thanks for your dedication, Tony!
Sharon Czarny, and Sally Binard, co- founder of event, watching the festivi- ties. Thanks for your dedication, Sally!
TMWC Board of Trustees & Fundraising Chair, Candy Tavormina and TMWC Executive Director Kelly Skinner intently watching the live auction.
More Photos on Page 2
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Mental Health and Wernert Center Community Lose Long Time Friend and Advocate by Katie Phillips
Sadly, Thomas M. Wernert Center Board of Trustee, and 15 year member, Wayne Coleman, age 66, passed away on January 8, 2015. Wayne had been an active participant in peer support and peer leadership in our community for over a decade. Wayne was a great advocate for people living with mental illness, and served on the Recovery Council of the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lu- cas County. He most recently held the position of vice president of the Thomas M. Wernert Center, but was also past president. Wayne was a charter member and past president of New Horizons, and was a member of NPI Tenant Association. Thoughts shared on Wayne:
“[When] I went to the funeral home I was impressed with the number of people in attendance. You could tell he touched a lot of people. His son Jeff, too, was impressed with all of the things Wayne had accom- plished.” Scott Sylack, Executive Director, MHRSB of Lucas County
“I’ve known Wayne since at least 2000. He was a very kind man, passionate advocate, relentless volun- teer, and true leader of his peers. He will be missed.” Kelly Skinner, Executive Director TMWC
“I have known Wayne for many years and he always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He was just as at home with his peers as he was with his fellow advocates.” Katie Phillips, PEP Coordinator.
No one ever really dies as long as they took the time to leave us with fond memories.
~Chris Sorensen
Wayne Coleman pictured here enjoying Wernert Center’s Holi- day Party, 2008
Wernert Center Website Update
Our website at wernertcenter.org has a fresh look for 2015! Please take the time to visit and see our new lay out and function of the site. We are very lucky and honored to have Amanda Van Kleeck, daughter of Tom & Rose Ann Wernert, and Amanda’s husband Bri- an, to assist us with the upkeep and design of the site. The site is very user friendly and
all links are right there on the home page in an easily accessible and pleasant for- mat. Please stop by, visit the site and let us know what you think!
A Few More Heart and Soul Pics Photos by Katie Phillips
Caught baking cookies for Heart & Soul are lt-rt: Mackell Jackson, Sarita Gregory and Kaila Adams. Yummy!
Transportation Coordinator Garry Wright, intently working on a child’s rocking chair for Heart & Soul
Lisa Stewart working on her “Kitchen Tablet Stand” which were very popular.
TMWC Staff Julie Foley and Sarita Gregory take a moment out of their busy evening for a photo op.
This is one of three tables of items creat- ed by TMWC staff & members. Julie Foley designed and packed these lovely gift bas- kets—great job, Julie!
This year we intro- duced jewelry de- signs. The multi- piece at left was all made by Nancy Fox & display design by Katie Phillips. Nancy also donated crocheted items— she’s crafty!
A very special thanks to our gifted artists and creators. We sold abso- lutely everything on all of our tables!
What a blast we had designing and creating items for the Wernert Center’s silent auction table at the 11th Annual Heart
& Soul event. It was a wonderful evening and as always well attended and well supported. Thank you Toledo!
Page 3 Katie’s Korner by Katie Phillips
Our next class is Peer Support and that will be starting Wednesday, March 25, 2015 from 2-4p and will run until Wednesday, May 19, 2015. Please contact Katie Phillips at 419-242-3000 ext. 103 or any other staff member for assistance in signing up for this enjoyable and informative class on the value of peer support and the quali- ties of a good peer supporter. A new thing to look forward to is the March/April topic agenda that Lisa Stew- art and I have set up for the groups: Get Fit Club (Tuesdays at 12p), Living Well (Thursdays at 11a), Diabetes Support (Thursdays at 12p), & Anger Awareness (Tuesdays at 11a). Please view these to note the upcoming topics to be sure you don’t miss the one’s most important to you. The topic agenda will be included as an insert in the newsletter along with the March/April calendar. Please be sure to let any
staff know if there are any topics or issues you think need to be discussed in any of our groups or clubs.
BFF’s since the dawn of time, Katie Phillips and Sueann Davis enjoying Heart and Soul together.
National Nutrition Month by Lisa Stewart, TMWC Wellness Specialist
March is recognized as National Nutrition month. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created this campaign to educate the public on eating well and making healthy lifestyle choices. This year’s theme is named “Bite Into a Healthy Life- style”, with the focus being on eating fewer calories, making educated food choices, and increasing physical activity to promote healthier lives. To learn more about how to make informed food choices and how to increase exercise, please join me on Tuesdays at 12pm for the Get Fit Club, Wednesdays for
Let’s Move at 12pm and Fridays at 10:30am for Yoga. Don’t forget to see Katie on Thursdays for Dia- betes Support. It is just as important to stay on task with our physical wellbeing as it is with our mental well being. You cannot have one without the other. We hope you will enjoy these opportunities that are of- fered for you.
MHRS Board of Lucas County’s Recognition Breakfast 2015 by Kristal Barham, MPH, MHRSBLC
The 2nd Annual MHRS Board’s Recognition Breakfast will take place on Friday, May 1, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. at the Park Inn by Radisson. The MHRSB of Lucas County is pleased to announce the call for community nominations for the 2nd Annual 2015 Recognition Awards to honor individuals in seven categories: Consumer Involvement Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer of the Year Mental Health Professional of the Year Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Professional of the Year Teen Leadership Advocate of the Year Advocate Hall of Fame
Community nominations for the 2nd Annual 2015 Recognition Awards are due by Wednesday, APRIL 1, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Any one wishing to nominate an individual for any of the categories listed above, can stop by the Wernert Center to pick up more information on the categories, nomination process and forms. These documents will be available at the front desk for your convenience, just ask Francisca or Laurie.
Save the Date: Friday, May 1, 2015 at 8:30 • 2nd Annual MHRS Board’s Recognition Breakfast
Cost will be free • RSVP with [email protected] or call 419.213.4600.
SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2015 Thomas M. Wernert Center Annual Health Fair From: 10 am—2pm • Location: 208 W. Woodruff • Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Blood Sugar, & more
THE MISSION
sons living with mental illness through
peer-driven and focused programs
VALUE STATEMENT
living with mental health challenges
through peer support and by enhancing
recovery with opportunities for education
and socialization within a safe, welcom-
ing and diverse atmosphere of trust and
mutual respect that leads to a meaningful
life.
SUPPORTED BY
YES! I want to become a member of the Thomas M. Wernert Center For Mental Health Recovery and Sup- port, an Ohio Mental Health & Addiction Services Certified Consumer Operated Service.
___ In Honor of_______________________________________________________$_____________
___ In Memory of_____________________________________________________$_____________
___ I give permission to have my name recognized as a supporter in the Encounters newsletter
___ I would like to placed on the Wernert Center mailing list to receive the Encounters newsletter
Name___________________________________________________________ Date______________
Address___________________________________________________________________________
City__________________________ State____________________ Zip_______________________
Send Payment to : Thomas M. Wernert Center 208 W. Woodruff Toledo, OH 43604
The Thomas M. Wernert Center is a 501 (c)(3) organization. All memberships/donations are tax deductible, based upon IRS guidelines.
___ Receiver of Mental Health Services- $5
___ Provider- $10
___ Family- $15
___ Patron- $25
___ Sponsor- $50
___ Honorary- $100
___ Organization- $500
Thomas M. Wernert Center Membership Application Board of Trustees Brian Hansen, President
ProMedica Brian O’Connor, Vice President
Community Volunteer Sue Trumbull, Treasurer
Hylant Paul Lewis, Secretary Community Volunteer Tammy Hochradel
Community Volunteer Candace Tavormina Community Volunteer Deb Angel
Community Advocate Eva Mae LaVoy
Community Volunteer Gwen Jones
March—April 2015
This Year’s Heart & Soul event had over 300 people in attendance. The Heart & Soul Planning Committee were pleased to have Patrick and Sharon Czarny serve as Honorary Co-Chairs. Patrick and Sharon have a son who lives with mental illness. Patrick shared a heart felt story about his son and how well the family are doing now, as a result of the treatment and support received within the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County (MHRSBLC) system of care. It was very gratifying to hear a success story like this.
Honorary Co-Chairs, Sharon and Patrick Czarny, whose ongoing support throughout the year is much appreciated by TMWC members and staff.
TMWC Board of Trustees President, Brian Han- sen (left) and Brian O’Connor, Vice-President (right) share the evening with TMWC Member Curtis Stallsworth (center)
Members Darla Newhouse and Mike Edminson enjoying dinner and time with their friends.
Tony Rasczyk, co-founder of event, hard at work! Thanks for your dedication, Tony!
Sharon Czarny, and Sally Binard, co- founder of event, watching the festivi- ties. Thanks for your dedication, Sally!
TMWC Board of Trustees & Fundraising Chair, Candy Tavormina and TMWC Executive Director Kelly Skinner intently watching the live auction.
More Photos on Page 2
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Mental Health and Wernert Center Community Lose Long Time Friend and Advocate by Katie Phillips
Sadly, Thomas M. Wernert Center Board of Trustee, and 15 year member, Wayne Coleman, age 66, passed away on January 8, 2015. Wayne had been an active participant in peer support and peer leadership in our community for over a decade. Wayne was a great advocate for people living with mental illness, and served on the Recovery Council of the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lu- cas County. He most recently held the position of vice president of the Thomas M. Wernert Center, but was also past president. Wayne was a charter member and past president of New Horizons, and was a member of NPI Tenant Association. Thoughts shared on Wayne:
“[When] I went to the funeral home I was impressed with the number of people in attendance. You could tell he touched a lot of people. His son Jeff, too, was impressed with all of the things Wayne had accom- plished.” Scott Sylack, Executive Director, MHRSB of Lucas County
“I’ve known Wayne since at least 2000. He was a very kind man, passionate advocate, relentless volun- teer, and true leader of his peers. He will be missed.” Kelly Skinner, Executive Director TMWC
“I have known Wayne for many years and he always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He was just as at home with his peers as he was with his fellow advocates.” Katie Phillips, PEP Coordinator.
No one ever really dies as long as they took the time to leave us with fond memories.
~Chris Sorensen
Wayne Coleman pictured here enjoying Wernert Center’s Holi- day Party, 2008
Wernert Center Website Update
Our website at wernertcenter.org has a fresh look for 2015! Please take the time to visit and see our new lay out and function of the site. We are very lucky and honored to have Amanda Van Kleeck, daughter of Tom & Rose Ann Wernert, and Amanda’s husband Bri- an, to assist us with the upkeep and design of the site. The site is very user friendly and
all links are right there on the home page in an easily accessible and pleasant for- mat. Please stop by, visit the site and let us know what you think!
A Few More Heart and Soul Pics Photos by Katie Phillips
Caught baking cookies for Heart & Soul are lt-rt: Mackell Jackson, Sarita Gregory and Kaila Adams. Yummy!
Transportation Coordinator Garry Wright, intently working on a child’s rocking chair for Heart & Soul
Lisa Stewart working on her “Kitchen Tablet Stand” which were very popular.
TMWC Staff Julie Foley and Sarita Gregory take a moment out of their busy evening for a photo op.
This is one of three tables of items creat- ed by TMWC staff & members. Julie Foley designed and packed these lovely gift bas- kets—great job, Julie!
This year we intro- duced jewelry de- signs. The multi- piece at left was all made by Nancy Fox & display design by Katie Phillips. Nancy also donated crocheted items— she’s crafty!
A very special thanks to our gifted artists and creators. We sold abso- lutely everything on all of our tables!
What a blast we had designing and creating items for the Wernert Center’s silent auction table at the 11th Annual Heart
& Soul event. It was a wonderful evening and as always well attended and well supported. Thank you Toledo!
Page 3 Katie’s Korner by Katie Phillips
Our next class is Peer Support and that will be starting Wednesday, March 25, 2015 from 2-4p and will run until Wednesday, May 19, 2015. Please contact Katie Phillips at 419-242-3000 ext. 103 or any other staff member for assistance in signing up for this enjoyable and informative class on the value of peer support and the quali- ties of a good peer supporter. A new thing to look forward to is the March/April topic agenda that Lisa Stew- art and I have set up for the groups: Get Fit Club (Tuesdays at 12p), Living Well (Thursdays at 11a), Diabetes Support (Thursdays at 12p), & Anger Awareness (Tuesdays at 11a). Please view these to note the upcoming topics to be sure you don’t miss the one’s most important to you. The topic agenda will be included as an insert in the newsletter along with the March/April calendar. Please be sure to let any
staff know if there are any topics or issues you think need to be discussed in any of our groups or clubs.
BFF’s since the dawn of time, Katie Phillips and Sueann Davis enjoying Heart and Soul together.
National Nutrition Month by Lisa Stewart, TMWC Wellness Specialist
March is recognized as National Nutrition month. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created this campaign to educate the public on eating well and making healthy lifestyle choices. This year’s theme is named “Bite Into a Healthy Life- style”, with the focus being on eating fewer calories, making educated food choices, and increasing physical activity to promote healthier lives. To learn more about how to make informed food choices and how to increase exercise, please join me on Tuesdays at 12pm for the Get Fit Club, Wednesdays for
Let’s Move at 12pm and Fridays at 10:30am for Yoga. Don’t forget to see Katie on Thursdays for Dia- betes Support. It is just as important to stay on task with our physical wellbeing as it is with our mental well being. You cannot have one without the other. We hope you will enjoy these opportunities that are of- fered for you.
MHRS Board of Lucas County’s Recognition Breakfast 2015 by Kristal Barham, MPH, MHRSBLC
The 2nd Annual MHRS Board’s Recognition Breakfast will take place on Friday, May 1, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. at the Park Inn by Radisson. The MHRSB of Lucas County is pleased to announce the call for community nominations for the 2nd Annual 2015 Recognition Awards to honor individuals in seven categories: Consumer Involvement Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officer of the Year Mental Health Professional of the Year Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Professional of the Year Teen Leadership Advocate of the Year Advocate Hall of Fame
Community nominations for the 2nd Annual 2015 Recognition Awards are due by Wednesday, APRIL 1, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Any one wishing to nominate an individual for any of the categories listed above, can stop by the Wernert Center to pick up more information on the categories, nomination process and forms. These documents will be available at the front desk for your convenience, just ask Francisca or Laurie.
Save the Date: Friday, May 1, 2015 at 8:30 • 2nd Annual MHRS Board’s Recognition Breakfast
Cost will be free • RSVP with [email protected] or call 419.213.4600.
SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2015 Thomas M. Wernert Center Annual Health Fair From: 10 am—2pm • Location: 208 W. Woodruff • Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Blood Sugar, & more
THE MISSION
sons living with mental illness through
peer-driven and focused programs
VALUE STATEMENT
living with mental health challenges
through peer support and by enhancing
recovery with opportunities for education
and socialization within a safe, welcom-
ing and diverse atmosphere of trust and
mutual respect that leads to a meaningful
life.
SUPPORTED BY
YES! I want to become a member of the Thomas M. Wernert Center For Mental Health Recovery and Sup- port, an Ohio Mental Health & Addiction Services Certified Consumer Operated Service.
___ In Honor of_______________________________________________________$_____________
___ In Memory of_____________________________________________________$_____________
___ I give permission to have my name recognized as a supporter in the Encounters newsletter
___ I would like to placed on the Wernert Center mailing list to receive the Encounters newsletter
Name___________________________________________________________ Date______________
Address___________________________________________________________________________
City__________________________ State____________________ Zip_______________________
Send Payment to : Thomas M. Wernert Center 208 W. Woodruff Toledo, OH 43604
The Thomas M. Wernert Center is a 501 (c)(3) organization. All memberships/donations are tax deductible, based upon IRS guidelines.
___ Receiver of Mental Health Services- $5
___ Provider- $10
___ Family- $15
___ Patron- $25
___ Sponsor- $50
___ Honorary- $100
___ Organization- $500
Thomas M. Wernert Center Membership Application Board of Trustees Brian Hansen, President
ProMedica Brian O’Connor, Vice President
Community Volunteer Sue Trumbull, Treasurer
Hylant Paul Lewis, Secretary Community Volunteer Tammy Hochradel
Community Volunteer Candace Tavormina Community Volunteer Deb Angel
Community Advocate Eva Mae LaVoy
Community Volunteer Gwen Jones
