RECENT NEWS AT BOYS AND GIRLS HOME AND FAMILY SERVICES, INC.
Boys and Girls Home of Alaska Hosting Open House
August 8, 2008 will be a special day for Boys and Girls Home as our newest subsidiary Boys and Girls Home of Alaska (BGHA) hosts an Open House at the recently completed 77,000 square foot facility located in Fairbanks, Alaska. The facility includes 4 cottages, each housing up to 30 children; a full service cafeteria; 8 classrooms; a gymnasium and several meeting and conference rooms.
“Nearly 800 children were placed in residential psychiatric treatment center facilities outside the state of Alaska in the last fiscal year alone costing the state roughly $40 million dollars,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO of Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. “We recognized a dire need here in Alaska and saw the problems with having to send children out of state to seek treatment.” Staff at Boys and Girls Home are acutely aware that in order to provide the best care for an adolescent in need, family support is a necessity. “Geographic location, cultural background and proximity to family can make a world of difference with treatment” stated Carla Smith, Clinical Director, BGHA.
BGHA is a residential psychiatric treatment center that will provide Level 5 care, the highest level of mental health service available, to children ages 6-18. Level 2-4 care will continue to be provided through our partnership agency, Family Centered Services of Alaska, allowing clients a smooth transition in a continuum of quality services.
North High Student Council Pack Suitcases for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc.
The Sioux City North High School Student Council continued their humanitarian efforts recently by purchasing and filling suitcases for the clients at Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. (BGHFS). The money for these items was raised during a charity North High School Faculty vs. Students basketball game held earlier this spring.
North’s Student Council first got involved with BGHFS last December when they purchased holiday gifts for the clients at BGHFS and were motivated to do more. They came up with the idea to fill suitcases with necessities such as towels, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, etc. so the clients would have those things as they leave the agency.
“The children and adolescents who come to Boys and Girls Home for help often feel alone and disconnected from their friends or families. This project makes them feel special and the fact that this help is coming from kids their own age makes it even more significant,” stated Terri Dooley, Executive Vice President of Development. “I believe it is a testament to the integrity of these young leaders who not only seek to help those in need, but act on that aspiration. We are so very grateful for their contributions.”
North High School Student Council sponsor Brenda Bush-Hanson added, “The members of the North High Student Council really enjoy participating in a project that directly benefits their fellow classmates. It provided them with the opportunity to organize a community service project that works to improve the lives of North High students and other students in the area. The Student Council members hope to continue this relationship with Boys and Girls Home to help other teenagers like themselves.”
The North High School Student Council consists of 40 members, 10 from each grade level. There is an executive council consisting of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Sergeant-At-Arms. Prior to student council elections all candidates are interviewed. One half of the student council is selected based on those interviews while the other half is selected by popular vote.
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. Consultant to Speak at World Seminar
Frank Grijalva, a clinical programming consultant for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services (BGHFS), will be giving a presentation on Classroom/Camp Based Intervention (CBI) at the 18th World Congress of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (IACAPAP) in Istanbul, Turkey in late April.
Grijalva will speak in collaboration with an international team that has successfully adapted and implemented CBI in many cultures and countries. The adaptations have been measured across age group and gender and will be presented in conjunction with a demonstration workshop. Grijalva will present the residential continuum care piece developed at the Boys and Girls Home. CBI is an evidence-based, trauma-informed, psychosocial intervention for youthnegotiating life threatening and other extremely traumatic stress exposures. This curriculum is currently utilized in over 16 countries and has proven to provide a positive impact on a variety of child and adolescent populations worldwide.
“Frank has taken the needs and resources of our clinical process and combined them with cutting edge interventions and the latest neurology, psychology, biology and physiology to enhance the therapeutic process of serving our clients,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc.
Musketeers Help Raise $40,166 for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc.
The Sioux City Musketeers, KCAU-TV Channel 9, Applebee’s, Coors Light, Absolute Screen Art, Dr. Douglas A. Wheelock and Dr. Brian B. Bursick-General Dentistry, BOB FM 102.3, Y101.3, Pacific City Graphics and Wrenn’s Plumbing helped raise $40,166 for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services during the tenth annual “Face Off for Charity,” a fund raising event held February 7 at Applebee’s on Hamilton. The event gave Musketeers players the opportunity to come off the ice and trade their hockey sticks for serving trays as they assumed the role of servers waiting tables for the evening. All tips received by the Musketeers along with auction proceeds secured by auctioneer Randy Stabe, and sponsorships by several local companies helped exceed the event’s goal of $35,000. Approximately 450 people attended the event as well as the silent auctions held Friday and Saturday night at the Tyson Events Center during the Musketeers games.
"The Musketeers organization is very proud of our participation in this wonderful event,” stated team President/Owner Jim Kronschnabel. “To see our players, staff, and fans participate year after year to help ‘Face Off’ grow and support this great cause in our community is extremely gratifying."
“Once again, the Musketeers and all guests of ‘Face Off for Charity’ have generously supported the work of Boys and Girls Home and for that we are grateful,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. The ten year total from this event has reached just over $225,000.
In addition to major sponsors listed above, the following companies providing sponsorship at the Hall of Fame level include: Daniel L. Kaler, DDS, PC, King Reinsch Prosser & Co., L.L.P., and Randy Stabe-Auctioneer.
Building Futures Child Care and Preschool Program Open House
Wednesday, April 2 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
* Child Care & Preschool Registration accepted now
* Preschool scholarships available for 2008-2009 school year
* Ages 2-12 State Pay accepted
* Summer program for school age children
* Activities include: making crafts, enjoying snacks, meeting the staff
Building Futures Child Care and Preschool Programs: Contact Michelle Van Eldik or Annie McAdoo
712-293-4788
2101 Court Street
Sioux City, IA 51102
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. Holds Annual Meeting
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. and its subsidiary organizations recently held its annual meeting to elect new board members and chairs of the individual boards. Newly elected board members include Kory Ackerman (K & B Transportation), Norita Breyfogle (Community Volunteer), Frank Brienzo (Retired Business Man), Lance Hedquist (City Administrator, South Sioux City, NE), Stephanie Linden (Community Volunteer), and Fran O’Brien (Community Volunteer).
Lora Vander Zwaag (Western Iowa Tech) was elected as the 2008 Chair of the board of directors, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. Chairs elected for the agency’s subsidiary companies include: Art Silva (Community Volunteer), Boys and Girls Home of Sioux City, Iowa; Ryan Ross (Law Office of Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden, Ross, LLP), Boys and Girls Home Residential Treatment Centers, Inc. and Family Services, Inc.; Joe Mohrhauser (King, Reinsch, Prosser & Co LLP), Boys and Girls Home of Nebraska, Inc.; and Art Silva (Community Volunteer), Boys and Girls Home of Alaska, Inc.
Current board members include:
Eric Bertness, Kent Broyhill, Mark Buckley, Susan Caldwell, Karen Chesterman, Tom Elsen, Janet Fett, Shirley Fineran, Scot Ford, Doug Garwood, Rhea Geary, Jerry Haack, Jackie Hartnett, Chris Holman, David Holub, Angelo James, Pam Lapke, Curt Mastbergen, Dean Meine, Joe Mohrhauser, Jeff Olson, Dan Paquin, David Paulsrud, Skip Perley, Ginny Peterson, Lori Pierson, Mary Poss, Kristi Quinn, Jane Rapp, Ryan Ross, Art Silva, Richard Storm, Steve Stouffer, Henry Tygar, Lora Vander Zwaag, Fred Wells, Roger Wendt, Marilyn Wheelock, and Kim Wink.
Retiring board members include:
Amir Andrawis, Tim Kromminga, Carolyn Leman, Mona Melton, Shirley Patrick, Ron Peterson, Mark Rawlings, Steve Schneider, Karen Shaw, and Verna Welte.
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. Recognizes 2007 Award Winners
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc.’s President and CEO, Robert Sheehan, recently presented the 2007 Ron Ryan Employee of the Year awards as well as the 2007 Jeff Dible Volunteer of the Year Award at the agency’s annual meeting and recognition program held January 17.
This year’s Ron Ryan Employee of the Year award recipients are Pat Somsky-Iowa and Arlene Kratzer-Nebraska. The awards given to two employees representing the Iowa and Nebraska agency sites, exemplify the traits of giving to others and valuing excellence and achievement in one’s work. The awards are named in honor and memory of a former employee whose commitment to his work and the mission of Boys and Girls Home far exceeded expectations.
On a monthly basis two “Employees of the Month” were selected representing the two states, from nominations made by Boys and Girls Home and Family Services employees. In addition to being recognized during the year, these individuals also serve as nominees for the Ron Ryan Employee of the Year Awards. Nominees for the 2007 awards in Iowa include: John Keegan, Terence Lloyd, Ronnie Taylor, Kendra Hoff, Jose Laureano, Dana Bergmann, Pat Somsky, Marjorie Grant, Becky McWilliams, Rod Klemke, Tammy Sitzmann, and Rhonda Lacy, and in Nebraska: Sue Rotert, Kim Sudbeck, Molly Musselman, Judy Mullen, Tracy Lund, Jenny Cline, Arlene Kratzer, Mark Siedschlag, Christina Jensen, George O’Gara, Dave Kunes, and Dave Egger.
This year’s Jeff Dible Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Jackie and Darrel Baker, whose leadership and commitment to the agency went above and beyond the call of duty. The award is named in memory of past Boys and Girls Home board member, Jeff Dible, whose love and commitment to children was the driving force behind his work on behalf of the agency.
Sheehan stated, “Everyday, Boys and Girls Homes’ 427 employees and numerous volunteers work to assist individuals of all ages as they strive to improve their lives. I am humbled by the commitment of the 2007 honorees as well as the work of each and every Boys and Girls Home employee and volunteer.”
Boys and Girls Home and Family Services has been helping children and families address their problems for 114 years and today operates program sites throughout Iowa and Nebraska. The mission of the organization is to improve the lives of children and families. A variety of programs meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults faced with emotional, behavioral and/or psychiatric challenges. Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. is accredited with the Gold Seal of Approval by the Joint Commission and is a United Way of Siouxland agency.
BGHFS Names New Education Director
Robert Sheehan, President and CEO of Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. recently announced the following addition to agency staff:
David Schindler has been named Education Director for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. In this position, Schindler is responsible for overseeing the agency’s residential education and interim education programs. These programs allow youth, who are receiving services at the agency for emotional and behavioral problems, to continue their schooling. In addition, Schindler will serve as a member of the agency’s management team, which oversees operations for the agency’s eight sites located throughout Iowa and Nebraska.
Schindler has worked in the education field for the past 19 years, most recently serving as Superintendent for the Diller-Odell Public Schools in Odell, NE and prior to that Superintendent/Principal of Newcastle Public Schools in Newcastle, NE. Schindler received his Bachelor, Masters and Education Specialist degrees from Wayne State College.
BGHFS Presents “There’s No Place Like Home”
Annual fall fundraising dinner set for October 5
July 26, 2007 -- (Sioux City, IA) -- October 5, 2007, marks the 8th annual fall fundraising dinner for BGHFS. This year’s event, There’s No Place Like Home, presents a unique twist to the legendary movie, The Wizard of Oz, transforming the atmosphere of the Sioux City Country Club into a classy Emerald City spin off, complete with a distinctive five-course dinner and decoration. Locally acclaimed singer Diana Wooley will entertain guests, along with the Eddie Dunn Jazz Trio.
Proceeds from There’s No Place Like Home go directly to help ensure availability of services for children and families at BGHFS. The agency serves thousands of individuals each year through a variety of programs including counseling services, child care and preschool programming, residential and outpatient treatment for adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders, outreach and interim educational programming. The goal of this year’s event is to raise $150,000.
Tickets for There’s No Place Like Home are $150 per person and can be purchased by calling 712-293-4700. Corporate tables are also available at $1500 each.
BGHFS to Host Trauma Training
April 17, 2007 -- (Sioux City, IA) -- BGHFS will welcome an internationally-recognized trauma expert, Dr. Robert D. Macy, to present a training on Post Traumatic Stress Management (PTSM) and Psychological First Aid (PFA). This two-day conference, made possible by a grant from Mark and Mary Ellen Nylen, will be held May 17 and 18 at Morningside College. It is targeted for professionals from hospitals, residential treatment centers, domestic violence shelters, group homes, substance abuse treatment programs, parenting support programs or any other outpatient treatment provider working with children, adolescents, and/or adults who have been exposed to acute trauma.
Learning objectives for the training include learning about the psychobiology of acute stress responses, the eight core actions of PFA, primary PTSM protocols and how community based PTSM/PFA networks operate.
All sessions will be conducted by Dr. Macy, a pioneer of traumatic incident stress interventions, which are used throughout the world. He is the founder and executive director of the Boston Center for Trauma Psychology, Children’s Trauma Recovery Foundation, director of psychosocial initiatives of The Trauma Center, and co-director of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Macy is a research associate in psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and has 20 years of experience in clinical interventions and academic research in behavioral health, crisis intervention and traumatic incident management.
The conference begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 5:00 p.m. each day and will be held at Morningside College in the Olsen Student Center-Yockey Family Community Room. The cost, which includes materials and lunch, is $200/person. For more information or to obtain registration materials, please contact Robert Kratky, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. at 712-293-4700.
Musketeers Help Raise $33,000 for BGHFS
February 28, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) -- The Sioux City Musketeers, KCAU-TV Channel 9, Applebee’s, Coors Light, Absolute Screen Art, Dr. Douglas A. Wheelock and Dr. Brian B. Bursick-General Dentistry, BOB FM 102.3 and Y101.3 radio stations, Pacific City Graphics and Wrenn’s Plumbing helped raise $33,000 for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services during the ninth annual Face Off for Charity, a fund raising event held February 22 at Applebee’s on Hamilton in Sioux City. The event gave Musketeer players the opportunity to come off the ice and trade their hockey sticks for serving trays as they assumed the role of servers waiting tables for the evening. All tips received by the Musketeers along with silent and live auctions led by auctioneer Randy Stabe, and sponsorships by several local companies helped exceed the event’s goal of $30,000. Close to 400 people attended the event and bid on numerous auction items featuring various hockey and sports collectibles.
“Once again, the Musketeers and all guests of Face Off for Charity have generously supported the work of Boys and Girls Home and for that we are grateful,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. “The nine-year total from this event has reached just over $180,000 and the success of this event comes at a time when funding for programs that help children and families continues to be on the decrease.”
In addition to major sponsors listed above, the following companies also sponsored the 2007 Face Off for Charity: Daniel L. Kaler, DDS, PC, and King Reinsch Prosser & Co., L.L.P.
BGHFS Present Volunteer of the Year Award
February 27, 2007 -- (Sioux City, IA) -- Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. recently recognized Dan Paquin with the 2006 Jeff Dible Volunteer of the Year Award. The award, presented at the agency’s annual meeting and recognition program held February 15, is given annually to an outstanding volunteer whose leadership and commitment to the agency goes above and beyond the call of duty. The award is named in memory of past Boys and Girls Home board member, Jeff Dible, whose love and commitment to children was the driving force behind his work on behalf of the agency. Past recipients of the award include Cecil Corbett, Max Spain, Ginny Peterson, Gretchen Hirschbach, Art Silva, Jayne McGuire, Eldon Roth, Karen Shaw, Tom Elsen, Chris Holman and Aaron Beutler.
“Humble, yet hard driving and goal oriented describe Dan Paquin’s volunteer efforts in the community,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. “As a volunteer for our agency, Dan has generously donated his time, talent and resources the past three years to carry out a Christmas Day bowling party for the youth in our care. This unselfish act of kindness is reflected best in what motivates Dan to coordinate this event. As he states ‘It’s what Christmas is all about’ and for that we are honored to present Dan with the Volunteer of the Year award.”
Paquin has served as a board member for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services for the past six years. In addition to coordinating the Christmas day party, he also has been instrumental in securing significant financial support for the agency through various individuals and businesses in the community. Paquin is the Vice President and General Manager of John Morrell & Co. He and his wife, Judy, live in Sioux City and have three children.
Irwin Franchise Capital Corporation Donates to Boys and Girl's Home-Columbus
February 14, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) -- Irwin Franchise Capital Corporation recently presented a check for $5,000 to Boys and Girls Home - Columbus. The East coast-based company, which operates an office in Columbus, focuses its charitable giving on making the lives of “at-risk” children better. The donation will be used to establish a recreation room for youth participating in the residential treatment program for emotional and behavioral problems, which is located in the Columbus Family Resource Center. Specifically funds will purchase items such as furniture, an air hockey table, a pool table, and computers.
“We are grateful for the generosity of Irwin Franchise Capital Corporation and for their commitment to at-risk youth,” said Kristie Stricklin, Site Manager, Boys and Girls Home – Columbus. “The addition of a recreation room enhances the environment of our program and for youth who are challenged with handling their emotions in healthy and productive ways, these recreation activities will provide another therapeutic opportunity for them to learn and grow.”
An industry leader, Irwin Franchise Capital Corporation specializes in providing conventional and SBA financing for franchised restaurants. With 15 offices across the nation, Irwin employees assist franchisees with financing real estate, leasehold mortgages, equipment, acquisitions, remodels, conversions, partner buyouts and refinancing.
“It is an honor to present Boys and Girls Home – Columbus with this donation,” said Melanie Gutzmer, Marketing Vice President, Irwin Franchise Capital Corporation. “We recognize the important work that this agency does to help youth establish healthier and more appropriate ways of handling their emotions, which ultimately will impact their future success and contribution to society.”
BGHFS Recognizes Three Employees of the Year
February 14, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) – BGHFS’ President and CEO, Robert Sheehan, recently presented the 2006 Ron Ryan Employee of the Year awards to three employees representing the Iowa sites, the Nebraska sites and the Sioux City site. Individuals honored and their location include: Jamie Anderson, Sioux City, IA; Les Sullivan, Columbus, NE; and Bill Dostal, Graettinger, IA. The awards, which were presented during the agency’s annual meeting and recognition program held February 15, exemplify the traits of giving to others and valuing excellence and achievement in one’s work. The awards are named in honor and memory of a former employee whose commitment to his work and the mission of Boys and Girls Home far exceeded expectations.
On a monthly basis three “Employees of the Month” are selected representing the three regions, from nominations made by Boys and Girls Home and Family Services employees. In addition to being recognized during the year, these individuals also serve as nominees for the Ron Ryan Employees of the Year Awards. Nominees for the 2006 award and the Boys and Girls Home site they represent include: Pam Peton (Graettinger, IA), Evelyn Schneider (Graettinger, IA), Bill Dostal (Graettinger, IA), Cyndi O’Hara (Graettinger, IA), Camy Havlicek (Marshalltown, IA), Mary Ann Schultz (Denison, IA), Laurie Meppelink (Marshalltown, IA), Melanie Jensen (Denison, IA), Deb Letscher (Graettinger, IA), Andrea Lee (Denison, IA), Kim Lorenzen (Denison, IA), Sonja Hughes (Graettinger, IA), Laura Hilsinger (Dakota City, NE), Ruth Stewart (South Sioux City, NE ), Patty Axtell (Kearney, NE), Melissa Holsinger (South Sioux City, NE), Greg Sample (South Sioux City, NE), Renee Tuggle (North Platte, NE), Les Sullivan (Columbus, NE), David Storm (South Sioux City, NE), LeeAnne Schmidt (South Sioux City, NE), Georgia Whiteley (Hastings, NE), Kathy Mugan (South Sioux City, NE), Heather Schroer (South Sioux City, NE), Joe Frangedakis (South Sioux City, NE), Greg Pranke, Nancy Thieman, Chad Wells, Cara Rosauer, Jamie Anderson, Dana Harms, Brian Koch, Susie White, Phyllis Jansen-Mulder, Julie Miller-Pranke, Montana McKenzie, and Jim Ferris (all representing the Sioux City, IA site).
BGHFS Holds Annual Meeting
February 14, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) -- BGHFS and its subsidiary organizations recently held its annual meeting to elect new board members and chairs of the individual boards. Newly elected board members include Bertha Tostado (South Sioux City School District), Charlie Boddy (Usibelli Coal Mine, Fairbanks, AK), and Cynthia Henry (University of Alaska, Fairbanks, AK).
Chris Holman (Smith Barney) was elected as the 2007 Chair of the board of directors, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. Chairs elected for the agency’s subsidiary companies include: Dan Paquin (John Morrell & Co.), Boys and Girls Home of Sioux City, Iowa; Jerry Haack (Powell Broadcasting), Boys and Girls Home Residential Treatment Centers, Inc. and Family Services, Inc.; Steve Schneider (Gerkin Windows & Doors), Boys and Girls Home of Nebraska, Inc.; and Art Silva (Art Silva Toyota Lincoln Mercury Scion), Boys and Girls Home of Alaska, Inc.
New board members join current board members including:
Amir Andrawis, Eric Bertness, Kent Broyhill, Mark Buckley, Susan Caldwell, Karen Chesterman, Tom Elsen, Janet Fett, Shirley Fineran, Scot Ford, Doug Garwood, Rhea Geary, Jerry Haack, Jackie Hartnett, Chris Holman, David Holub, Angelo James, Tim Kromminga, Pam Lapke, Carolyn Leman, Curt Mastbergen, Dean Meine, Mona Melton, Joe Mohrhauser, Jeff Olson, Dan Paquin, Shirley Patrick, David Paulsrud, Skip Perley, Ginny Peterson, Ron Peterson, Lori Pierson, Mary Poss, Kristi Quinn, Jane Rapp, Mark Rawlings, Ryan Ross, Steve Schneider, Karen Shaw, Art Silva, Richard Storm, Steve Stouffer, Henry Tygar, Verna Welte, Roger Wendt, Marilyn Wheelock, and Lora VanderZwaag.
Sioux City Musketeers Team Up to Raise Money for BGHFS
January 30, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) -- Sioux City Musketeers step off the ice and assume the role of servers once again as they wait on guests and serve dinner at the ninth annual Face-Off for Charity, Thursday, February 22 at Applebee’s on Hamilton. Two separate seatings, 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., are available. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made by calling the Sioux City Musketeers office at 252-2116. The event raises money for Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc., a local non-profit organization that has been helping Siouxland children and adolescents address emotional and behavioral problems and develop skills necessary to pursue a healthy future. A goal of raising $25,000 has been set for this year’s event.
“Every year, the players look forward to this event, not only because it provides them with the opportunity to raise money for a worthwhile agency, but it also gives them a chance to interact and have fun with the fans who support them throughout the season,” stated Jim Kronschnabel, President, Sioux City Musketeers.
All tips will benefit Boys and Girls Home and Family Services. Funds will also be raised through silent and live auctions. The auctions will feature various sports items and memorabilia including: autographed Musketeer jerseys, use of Musketeer suites, a Green Bay Packers autographed football, pre-season Green Bay Packers football tickets, a mini Indianapolis Colts helmet autographed by Dallas Clark, Iowa Hawkeye football tickets and Nebraska Huskers football tickets. Highest tips from each seating will win a season ticket package for area sporting events. Limited edition t-shirts will also be sold and Musketeers will be available for autographs.
“It is with sincere gratitude that we announce the ninth year for Face Off for Charity,” stated Robert Sheehan, President and CEO, Boys and Girls Home and Family Services, Inc. “Because of the Musketeer’s commitment to this successful event, more than $145,000 has been raised over the years in support of children and families. This is just one of many Musketeer efforts that reflects the organization’s generosity and commitment to the Siouxland community.”
“Stanley Cup” sponsors for the event include: Sioux City Musketeers, KCAU-TV Channel 9, Applebee’s, Coors Light, Absolute Screen Art, Wheelock and Bursick-General Dentistry, 102.3 BOB FM and KKYY 101.3, Wrenn’s Plumbing, Pacific City Graphics. Additional support provided by “Hall of Fame” sponsors: Daniel L. Kaler, DDS, PC and King Reinsch Prosser & Co., L.L.P.
BGHFS Nurse Receives Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Certification
December 7, 2007 – (Sioux City, IA) – Barb Jaminet, Registered Nurse at BGHFS, was recently awarded the Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). ANCC is a not-for-profit nurse credentialing organization, the largest in the United States.
Jaminet began her career with Boys and Girls Home in 1995. She is currently the Medical Services Nurse for Dr. Richard C. Brown, Jr. Jaminet is a graduate of Western Iowa Tech with an Associate Degree in Nursing.
To qualify for this certification, individuals must complete a minimum of 30 continuing education hours related to the mental health field over the past three years. The designation of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing certification is awarded to individuals who successfully complete the 175 question ANCC exam covering concepts and theories, psychopathology, treatment modalities and professional issues and trends.