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Coffee Cup // Summer 2016 1A NEWSLETTER FOR VALLEY HOPE ALUMNI + FRIENDS

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Have you noticed anything different about this issue of the Coffee Cup?

Among other visual enhancements, the most obvious change is the vibrant new Valley Hope logo above. Now you might be wondering, “When did this happen, and why?”

For the past several months, we have been working closely with Walz Tetrick Advertising to raise our awareness and help us communicate what makes Valley Hope special.

Over the course of several months, the agency visited facilities and conducted in-depth interviews with a wide range of Valley Hope team leaders, counselors and staff. Their goal was to discover the essence of our brand, and then create a more accurate, emotional expression of our defining characteristics. We couldn’t be happier with the results, and we think you’ll be pleased, too.

Before design on the logo could begin, we agreed on what we call a “brand promise.” This statement evokes our core beliefs and philosophy about addiction treatment. Here’s an excerpt:

“… we are steadfast in our belief and dedicated to the idea that recovery is possible. With our help people struggling with addiction can once again become the people they were meant to be. By embracing patients with dignity and respect, we empower them to respect themselves. And with affordable, proven treatment techniques, delivered in a caring, personalized and spiritual environment, they can learn to manage their illness, climb out of the valley of addiction and return to a life filled with potential. Addiction will never go away, but there will always be hope.”

In addition to our new logo, we’re proud to unveil our new website, which you can view at www.valleyhope.org. Don’t miss the video in the section called “The Valley Hope Way.” I’m sure you’ll agree that these new marketing materials are the perfect expression of who we are and what we do.

Thank you,

Pat GeorgePresident and Chief Executive Officer

Coffee CupA NEWSLETTER FOR VALLEY HOPE ALUMNI + FRIENDS

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WHAT’S INSIDE

Chat with Pat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Birth of Valley Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Carry the Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6+9Spotlight on the 12-Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Reflections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8News & Event Calendars State by State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Valley Hope Foundation News . . . . . . . .28Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Valley Hope Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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Megan: What are some of the issues that are occurring in the field of substance use disorder?

Pat: I’ve been ‘on-the-job’ for 9 months now. The amount of innovation and awareness is eye-opening. It seems like the area of behavioral health has finally been discovered and that the healthcare world has finally discovered that the brain is attached to the body.

Give me an example of how behavioral health and substance use disorder have been viewed by the healthcare industry.

Over 18 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is spent on health care in the United States, which represents almost $4 trillion. Of that 18 percent, just one percent has been spent on behavioral health and the other 17 percent spent on physical health.

Why the sudden interest and awareness regarding substance use disorder?

What’s happened over the last couple of years, is the recognition that issues treated as physical ailments have roots, or at least contributing causes, with mental health. A great percentage of those ailments are directly rooted in substance use disorder. There is a lot

more interest and attention on substance use disorder and its effects on people both mentally and physically.

With this awareness, what does that mean to those suffering?

This is good news, in that we will hope to see more dollars spent in this area both for research and treatment. Behavioral health and substance use disorder, in general, are currently very disjointed fields compared to physical health. The main reason for this is that the millions of dollars that are spent on physical health and focused on improving protocols and improving outcomes. I like to say that substance use disorder has been treated as a step-child.

Where does Valley Hope fit into the picture?

Valley Hope is positioned well to be at the forefront of these efforts. We enjoy a great reputation of providing treatment at an affordable cost and strong history of 50 years to stand upon.

What are the challenges Valley Hope faces currently and are you hopeful for change?

Yes, even with our strong history of providing quality treatment, there are certainly

challenges. Valley Hope has seen many challenges in getting reimbursed by insurance and managed care organizations for the services we provide.

Third-party payers are always looking for ways to decrease reimbursement while at the same time evidence is showing that an increase is what is best for the consumer. By dealing with behavioral health and substance use disorder issues, we have empirical proof that the cost to employers and cost to third party payers, will actually decrease over the long term by substantial amounts.

Our hope is that in the future, we can help more people while being compensated fairly for those services. Currently, Valley Hope grants over 20 million per year in uncompensated care. This is a staggering number and a real challenge for those providing care.

In the future, we are hopeful that we’ll be able to provide treatment to more people because the funding by third-party payers will be in line with what is considered best practices.

What innovations do you see coming down the pipe?

CHAT WITH PAT Director of Development Megan O’Connor chats with Pat George, President/CEO Valley Hope

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Obviously, technology is already a big part of the way we do treatment and certainly in the future it will play even a more important part. Such things as telehealth counseling will be very important. We’ve already been doing things with telehealth treatment within our AC/ESS program for the last five years. We are in the process of updating how the AC/ESS program is delivered. We will be incorporating video conferencing and other interaction improvements to help us deliver the best program for our patients.

APPS are also very important and we are in the pilot stage of a program to help us maintain more contact with our patients over a longer period of time. The pilot program for incorporating an APP for our patients is user-friendly and helpful. It actually acts as a mobile sponsor/mentor, encouraging participation in 12 Step meetings and sending reminders about things that will help maintain recovery, such as daily prayer and meditation. The APP has a lot of great features to support recovery, including a warning system when the patient is in close proximity to risky triggers and old behavior locations like drug dealer houses or frequented bars.

Technology, just like it has changed the way that music is delivered and the way we catch a cab, the same is playing out in the field of substance use disorder. It’s an exciting time because we think this will help so many alcoholics and addicts and better results will be achieved.

I just want you all to know that I enjoy reading the articles in the Coffee Cup, which address not only the alcoholic or addict, but also their families. Sometimes I have found the concepts challenging to my notions and I am still learning new ways to approach life. Sometimes I have disagreed with how something is approached, but I ALWAYS appreciate the honesty with which the articles are written and as I learned in the Al-Anon program, I am able to take what works for me today, and leave the rest.

We just love you guys so much and appreciate the wonderful life-changing work produced at Valley Hope. Many thanks and have a great day.

– Anonymous

I attended the intensive outpatient program in Wichita late in 1996 and have been sober since July of 1997. I still enjoy the Coffee Cup. The balance of inspiration, recognition and information is just right. In the recent issue I especially enjoyed the story “Spotlight on Twelve” by the chaplain from Grapevine, and am sometimes surprised at the inspiration contained in the opening letter from the president. This shows me that from the top to the bottom of the organization there is a commitment to remain in touch with the basics of recovery.

– David D.

Loved the article/entry Dawn Johnson sent in!

– Kimberly M.

I think the Coffee Cup is a wonderful publication and sincerely believe you are doing it just about as well as it can be done.

– Jim D.

I like the new and improved design. Easier to read and laid-out nicely. Great cover photo and very colorful inside. Good use of graphics/images.

– Mike C.

I enjoy reading about what’s going on at the different locations.

– Mark F.

Your Letters

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Over the last 17 years, Jolene has held several key positions in VHA including Residential Counselor, Admissions Coordinator, Outpatient Counselor, Utilization Review Counselor, Director of AC/ESS Services, Director of Outpatient Services, Corporate Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Director of Valley Hope Technology and currently she holds the position of CEO of Valley Hope Technology, which she will retain alongside her new duties as Vice-President of Administration for Valley Hope Association. She will make her home base in Norton, Kansas. Her vast experience within Valley Hope makes her a most valuable asset to the organization. Jolene enjoys spending time with her grandkids, reading, and volunteer outreach in her community.

JOLENE NICHOLS PH.D, LCAC Vice-President of Administration

Executive Staff Announcement


The preacher and the doctor were bowling in the same league, became friends, compared experiences...

And the Methodist Rev. Bob Adams…

And the Dr. Merlynn Colip…

Discovered that they shared a common professional problem.

That most of their patients and/or parishioners who were in trouble drank themselves into it.

And for a drunk in those days in their home state of Kansas there was no place to go, no opportunity to dry out and shape up and start over.

So – Pastor Bob and Dr. Colip decided there had to be a treatment center for this devastating, deadly disease if they had to build it themselves.

Today, the seed they planted has become Valley Hope.

An alcohol treatment center with inpatient facilities and outpatient centers in Kansas and three adjacent states.

Non-profit, non-sectarian, privately funded – but professionally staffed.

And of all the alcoholism treatment centers in our nation, none has a more significant return per dollar spent – in helping the hopeless recover – physically, emotionally, socially, spiritually.

Here’s the awesome challenge:

Our nation has 10 million alcoholics. One way or another, 96 percent of them will die from it.

Only four percent will seek treatment.

But since the beginning of Valley Hope, 17 years ago, 31,000 alumni have passed that way - plus 50,000 family members.

And 65 percent have resumed sober, productive – improved – lives.

Where family and/or industry cooperates in follow-up, that percentage goes up to 90 percent.

When a boozer hits bottom he will turn his liver to leather and his brain to mush while he begs, borrows or steals for just one more.

He or she will steal from household food money, from the children’s piggy bank, from the poor box in church – sometimes from the real bank downtown.

Coroners find in nine of every 10 fatal car crashes a driver had been drinking.

If any other disease were proliferating through our population at this rate leaving such devastation in its wake it would be declared a “national emergency” calling for immediate quarantine, mandatory, total isolation.

Alcoholics and their families, in a free society, must seek that isolation and treatment for themselves.

And now there are places where they can. Now there are remedies that work.

In Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska there is Valley Hope.

In anticipation of Valley Hope’s upcoming 50th Anniversary in 2017, here is a blast from the past. On October 18, 1984, Paul Harvey broadcast a story about Valley Hope, titled Birth of Valley Hope. The broadcast helped bring in admissions from across the nation.

Birth of Valley HopeBY PAUL HARVEY 1984 Los Angeles Times Syndicate

photo by Will van Wingerden

DID YOU KNOW


Immediately after I was discharged from Parker Valley Hope, I came to a small town to stay with my Dad while I regrouped and figured out what to do next with my life. Having lived in large cities (Manhattan, San Francisco and Seattle) for the last 10 years, I was not thrilled about living in a farming community of 4,000 people.

I was also reeling from the loss of my home group in Seattle, as they provided an invaluable support network that I desperately needed/need. I was convinced that the AA group in a cow town wouldn’t be able to help me because I was being closed-minded and I didn’t think that a bunch of recovering cowboys would be able to say anything I could relate to. But having no other option I began to attend the AA meetings regularly.

I was honestly going through the motions at first, but I eventually began to open up and listen to what everyone else was saying. Much to my surprise, the stories were familiar and highly relatable. I even found a sponsor and began meeting with her regularly. It wasn’t my home group, but it was my “home away from home” group.

Recently, a regular member of our group surprised her stepson and one of his friends as they were trying to steal her car. They were high on meth and they didn’t think she would be home at the time. They proceeded to beat her to death. My sponsor called me in tears that night, as this woman had been her sponsor for four years and she was dangerously close to relapsing to get a temporary reprieve from the pain. Being relatively early in my recovery, I sought a more senior member of the group and we ended up having an emergency meeting that night as the news hit us all pretty hard. It was the most difficult meeting I have ever attended - so many tears, so much anger and shaken faith.

In spite of the tragic reason for the meeting, it also hammered home for me the reason AA and AA-based treatment is so effective. Not one person in the group has relapsed - and that is because the fellowship of AA kept us strong and let us rely on each other. When a member of the group is feeling weak, the group gives them their strength. When the whole group is reeling, we pool our strength and it allows us to get through the really awful times. To me, this is the message that needs to be carried and held dear by all people in recovery: As long as you seek the fellowship you will never again be alone. You will never have to suffer in silence as long as you pick up the phone. And you will never have to drink or use again to numb pain if you use the rooms and the fellowship provided therein to work through the pain as opposed to simply numbing it temporarily.

Being a small community, this tragic event has rocked the entire town. We discussed in our group how we actually feel bad for the rest of the community because they don’t have what we have. We have each other, and a safe environment to get together and grieve. It sounds a bit counter-intuitive, but those of us in recovery who know this kind of fellowship really are the lucky ones.

HomeAwayfromHomeBY BRIANNE H.

[ CARRY THE MESSAGE ]

When a member of the group is feeling weak, the group gives them their strength.

When the whole group is reeling, we pool our strength and it allows us to get through the really awful times.


FINDING LIBERATIONS IN STEPS 4 AND 5

BY BLAIR KIRKPATRICKM.Div. Chaplain and Case Manager at Norton Valley Hope

“When our past pain becomes our present identity, the shame cycle has claimed yet another victim.”

Anonymous

“Another great dividend we may expect from confiding our defects to another human being is humility – a word often misunderstood. To those who have made progress in A.A., it amounts to a clear recognition of what and who we really are, followed by a sincere attempt to become who we could be.” Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, pg. 58

I don’t remember where I came across this quote for the first time but it has remained with me for some time now. In my work with patients walking the steps at Norton Valley Hope as well as in my own recovery, guilt and shame factor greatly in that work of recovery, especially working steps four and five. As we look at our past and take our inventory, it is hard not to allow the voices of shame to take hold and take away our recovery.

The understanding between the two emotions is significant. Simply put, guilt are the feelings we have about the choices and actions we have done and shame are the feelings we have about who we are. While healthy guilt that is honest and true only to those things which we can control is helpful to our recovery, shame is devastating. Healthy and honest guilt tells us “what I did was wrong and I will choose not to do that again because that is not true to who I am and what I want to be in my life.” Shame tells us “what I did is merely another example of what a worthless and inadequate person I am.” The difference is clear. One is empowering and the other is power-robbing.

It is for this reason that Steps 4 and 5 can indeed be liberating for the alcoholic/addict as the steps focus on choices and behaviors rather than worth or value. As a chaplain hearing fifth steps, it is my job to not just listen to the inventory that is being shared but to listen for the recovery of the individual in the inventory. When we take inventory of the events of our lives we can find liberation from both excessive pride as well as self-defeat; both

resentments and co-dependency. We are given the opportunity to “clean house” and adorn our “houses” with new choices and new possibilities. Just as cleaning “recovers” the beauty of an object, steps four and five can “recover” the beauty of the alcoholic/addict who has been covering it up with their drinking and using.

As a result, shame has no role in the working of Steps 4 and 5. While Steps 4 and 5 are designed to come face to face with self, own the liabilities and the strengths, and find a way forward, the aim of shame is to keep one fixed on the pain of the mistakes or hurts or resentments.

Other people’s opinions and actions get folded in and feed a sense of unworthiness and despair. Behaviors are developed to attempt to escape the pain but they only serve to remind one of his or her inadequacy. It is for that reason that the focus of steps four and five are the value of the person rather than the severity of the mistakes or actions.

Honesty is the key ingredient for a liberating fifth step, not judgment. The role of the person working Steps 4 and 5 is to “clean house” in order to see the beauty residing all the time. The role of the one hearing the fifth step is to listen for the person sitting in front of him or her and not just to the items being shared. It is then when an alcoholic/addict is liberated from his or her past to live each day with renewed meaning and purpose. As a chaplain, it has been my honor to be a part of such a process.

[ SPOTL IGHT ON THE 12 STEPS ]


I was sitting in my office the other day reminiscing about my experience at Valley Hope. I have been with Valley Hope since September 2005 and have learned so much. When I first came to Grapevine, I had never worked in the substance abuse field before but was willing to go where God lead me. As I grew in my experiences with this new field, I began to see what made Valley Hope a cut above the rest. I learned about the “Heart” of Valley Hope. What is it you ask? Please reminisce with me.I had the privilege of working with a group of counselors and chaplains that had, what I have come to see as, the Heart of Valley Hope. I was unaware of the different styles of treatment so I came to the table with no preconceived ideas. As I watched the counselors do their work, I began to see and learn what made us different from most. I noticed counselors that understood substance use disorder personally. Counselors that understood not only what it took to get sober, but had the compassion for the still suffering addict. The heart of those counselors was evident in how they related to their patients. I saw counselors who really invested their talents to help others find that sobriety that can be so elusive for some. They seemed to go the extra mile that added a personal touch to their work. I’ve seen them shed tears for their patients, and seek input from other counselors when they were stumped. They seemed to relate to their patients as human beings who are hurting and scared and offered to them a hope for recovery.

Their love for people was evident the more I learned about this ministry. Yes, they were at times exhausted by the workloads and demands, but there remained a spark in their hearts for what they were doing. I saw them grow as counselors and I learned from them as the days progressed in my own work. Their wisdom was imparted to me daily and I then began to understand my own place in Valley Hope. They rejoiced when their patients made headway in recovery and their passion for their work was infectious. I will be forever grateful for the things they have taught me; they have made me a better chaplain because of it.I noticed the Heart of Valley Hope in the Chaplains I worked with as well. The Chaplains of Valley Hope are tasked with helping people find their spirituality so they can connect with their respective Higher Power. I saw openness to the patient I needed to emulate and I am forever thankful for their contribution to my own growth. We used to meet at the end of the day and pray for our patients and for each other, as well. We would sit together and process our day and help each other learn how to do our ministry better. The spirit that filled our office in those moments was powerful and intimate. It was a bonding time I cherished and it strengthened me to carry on when our caseloads would increase and the days got longer.We would often talk about what was the best approach to take with a particular situation and we would

even correct each other without fear of reprisal. Our primary objective was to be better Chaplains so we would put our egos aside for the sake of our patients. Our patients, we each loved “Our” patients. We saw them as the sheep God put in our pastures to shepherd while they were here. We approached their care with the love God put in our hearts from the beginning of our own calling into ministry.We took seriously our role in their care and recovery. We did our best to help them put into practice the spiritual tools necessary for recovery. We helped many find their faith for the first time. We saw how they would step out in faith and see the miracles come to life for them. We, too, would shed tears with one another over the burdens they carried and made it our purpose to give them a hope to hold onto; to show them there is a Power greater than them that can help. We rejoiced when we saw the lights come on. We were excited when the connection was made and their spirits would awaken and their lives began to change. We knew it was not us that made it happen, but it was exciting to be a part of the process.That love and compassion for recovery for others as a Valley Hope Chaplain is felt by our patients and it makes a real difference to them. I have learned since working here that there are not a lot of treatment facilities that have chaplains like we do. Valley Hope’s dedication to the spiritual work in recovery is taken very seriously and I am so proud to be a part of it. cont’d on next page...

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THE HEART OF VALLEY HOPE

BY KENNETH DAVILAChaplain – Grapevine Valley Hope

Dear Self,

I am very proud of you. I’m proud of you for not giving up and

letting this disease control the rest of your life. I’m proud you

are actually going through with and working an honest program.

I’m proud that you chose to go to The Legacy House and didn’t

choose to take the easy way out. Without going, you wouldn’t

have met the group of guys there that have encouraged you to

move forward in your sobriety. Your goals in life would not have

been achievable, like they are now.

One goal I have for you is to continue what you’re doing so you

can pick up your cup at one year over at residential. Also, I want

you to set a goal for yourself to finish working the steps so you

can carry the message and help other addicts in recovery, like you

have done recently with some of the guys at the house. Another

goal for yourself is to get a job (when the time comes) so you

can start being self-supporting and become an actual working

member of society, and not a menace.

I want you to remember to just live in today and don’t get caught

in the past or future. Remember, calling your sponsor and praying

to God everyday will help tremendously. I am worried that getting

lazy when things are going good will be a hazard to your recovery,

but as long as you do what you need just for today and stay

involved you’ll be just fine.

Mostly I want you to remember how proud of you I am and how

far you’ve come. You continue to make me more proud each day,

seeing your happiness that is coming back. Don’t forget, above

all, to love yourself for who you are. I love you with all my heart.

Yours truly,

Josh B.

Set Me FreeBY SAMMI I. Moundridge Valley Hope Patient

I was just a country girl as shy as I could be .Until I met my drug of choice It seemed to set me free . I knew one day you’d take my lifeI couldn’t let it be . Why, oh why I chose it, I will never see .I only know my drug of choice It seemed to set me free .But little did I know, it had a grip on me .I’ve missed out on my children’s lives Because I couldn’t seeJust how my drug of choice Had a grip on me .I stopped one day and prayed to God to help me set it free But I couldn’t get a grip on lifeIt had a hold on me .I gave it all I had, my heart, my soul, my life .Because of you, my drug of choice you blinded me to life .I hate what you have done to meYou’ve taken all control .I’m powerless, broken, dying, Because you took my soul .I knew one day you’d take my life ‘Cause I just couldn’t see .Because of you my drug of choice, I couldn’t let you be .Then one day God spoke to meand gave me one last sign . He told me “You can do this Sam, your life will be just fine.”I thought and thought about itHow he had spoken to me For he had given back my precious lifeHe will set me free .


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The Heart of Valley Hope is and has been a part of our makeup as an organization. Each person that comes through our doors can experience the love we have for them. We see each hurting soul as valuable and deserving better than what they have received in life. We see each person and treat each person that comes to us with the dignity they deserve and the love that can transform their lives. We believe that recovery is possible for each of them and use our talents in a way that can get that process started. That is what makes Valley Hope unique, that is what makes us special and a cut above the rest.

If you or your loved one is hurting from substance use disorder and you need help, we are here for you.



CHANDLER When I began my ministry at Valley Hope in 2002, I was blessed to have Mary Fran Simons as boss, mentor and dear friend. To this very day she remains a mentor as well as friend.

I have incorporated much of Mary Fran’s philosophy into my ministry. Very often she uses the word “sacred” to describe our work. She taught me that we don’t know the pain others carry, we therefore need be gentle with each other.

Our patients bring with them an abundance of negative events and emotions from both life in general and in particular the devastation of their disease. Part of our mission, in my opinion, is to help the patient find ways to stop that seemingly inexorable slide into hopelessness. I have found gratitude to be an effective tool.

I first heard of “gratitude” as a recovery tool from my first AA group in California. Being the youngest member of my first home group, I had plenty of guidance and help as most of the group had been around a while. A wonderful elderly lady would listen patiently to my tale of woe in the meetings nightly. One day she simply said that she wanted me to list the things for which I was grateful.

At first response I indignantly said “there is nothing I am grateful for.” I stubbornly refused to look to anything positive. My disease and I were quite content in our misery together, thank you very much. I finally put aside ego and did what I was told. Soon my negative narrative gave way to hope.

Many of us came into recovery out of fear: fear of losing life, sanity, home and family. Fear can get us here but fear will not keep us here. What can keep us here is hope and gratitude.

Getting sober does not instantly wipe away the darkness and over the years working with many patients

at CVH, I have observed that a few of us find the “darkness” attractive in a very unhealthy way. After being down for so long in our disease we find the deep dark pit familiar. Yes, I dare say some of us are addicted to the darkness, but finding just one thing for which we can be grateful can penetrate the darkness like a single candle in the night.

Gratitude can pull me out of the dark pit of fear, resentment, guilt and shame. The difficulty lies in breaking the closed loop of negative self-talk. At times like that, I have a difficult time forcing myself to make a gratitude list. As soon as my sponsor or AA friends suggest that I do exactly that, I begin to see my way out of the pit.

Having others we trust in the program is absolutely critical. In my previous career, we quickly learned in the early days of air combat that solo flying can be a formula for disaster. We alone cannot see everything. I am very grateful for my sponsor and his guidance.

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ARIZONA

Greetings from Valley Hope

BY BILL K. Chaplain, Chandler Valley Hope

Gratitude: Recovery Tool

photo by Jerod Erondu


CHANDLER Alumni Group MeetingTuesdays // 7:15pm-8:15pm

» CHANDLER VALLEY HOPE

Alumni and friends meet for group discussion and speaker. This is not an open community meeting. For alumni and guests only.

Chandler Renewal Day3rd Friday of the Month (June 17 | July 15 | Aug 19 | Sept 16)

10am Brunch11am Cup Hanging & Medallions Ceremony


Chandler Valley Hope invites ALL alumni to come and share their experience, strength and hope with the current patients and celebrate the gift of Recovery. We hope alumni will be open to encouraging our current patients with your Recovery journey and perhaps answer some of their questions. Give us a call if you plan to pick up your cup or share a birthday! Please call with any questions, 480.899.3335.

Freedom From AddictionMonday, July 4, 2016 // 10am-2pm


We invite all alumni, family and friends to join us to participate in our Sober Olympics. Come be a part of our games and tournaments including volleyball, corn hole and more.

Strike Out Addiction Bowling EventSaturday, August 6, 2016 // 12:30pm-3pm

» AMF CHANDLER LANES1 900 N. Arizona Ave. | Chandler, AR | 85225

Family fun, pizza, beverages and prizes. Register at valleyhope .org.

TEMPECo-Anon 12-Step Meeting // Tuesdays // 6pm

Pills Anonymous 12-Step Meeting // Tuesdays // 7pm

Alumni Big Book Study // Wednesdays // 4:30pm-5:30pm

Alumni Group Meeting // Thursdays // 6pmSpeaker and open meeting format. Open to patients, alumni, family and friends.

» TEMPE VALLEY HOPE for all weekly meetings listed above

Tempe Renewal NightLast Thursday of the Month (June 23 | July 28 | Aug 25 | Sept 29) // 6pm-7pm

» TEMPE VALLEY HOPE

For alumni and friends! After patients who receive their one-year medallion share their experience, strength and hope, a speaker shares for approximately 20 minutes and then the meeting is open for other members to share. Family members and friends are always welcome to come and tell the truth about how much their partners have changed. Enjoy cake and fellowship while listening to how people have stayed sober and clean for a year. Please join us!

TUCSON Alumni Group Meeting // Thursdays // 7pm-8pm

» THE MARK IOP 2 buildings west of Swan 4653 E. Pima | Tucson, AZ | 85712

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » ARIZONA

Roger Nelson Retires from Valley HopeCounselor Roger Nelson is retiring and completed his last day at Valley Hope on April 29, 2016. Roger started with Valley Hope in 1994 and joined the organization because he was impressed with the results he was seeing when he referred patients here.

Over the years, Roger has held many different positions at Valley Hope, mostly at the Chandler facility. These include Patient Care Aide, Marketing Coordinator, Counselor, Outpatient Director, Community Services Counselor, Senior Counselor and Program Director.

Roger said, “Valley Hope is the best place I have ever worked, because I can be who I really am. This is a place where I can demonstrate my genuine love for people.”

We are grateful for all of Roger’s contributions and wish him the best of success in his retirement.

THANK YOU ROGER!

Counselor Roger Nelson (left), with Assistant Program Director Peggy O’Sullivan, holds a plaque commemorating his years of service with Valley Hope.


COLORADO


PARKER We had our first annual golf tournament on April 23, 2016. Needless to say it was a complete success. Just a week before the tournament, the area received 20 inches of snow. The course was closed all week leading up to the tournament, but thankfully Colorado had beautiful weather during this time and we were able to tee-off as scheduled. We had 70 players registered, 12 hole sponsors and many great raffle and swag bag items donated.

We had many attend and donate not only their time, but heartfelt donations, to contribute to our mission. We raised over $13,000 for our Patient Assistance Fund which will help a few hundred patients with: dental needs, books, clothing, and sober living down payments.

Special thanks to Dave Weiler from Sunglass Garage for generously donating the prizes for all 5 contests: closest to the pin in one shot, closest to the pin in two shots, longest drive (men and women), longest putt.

We are eternally grateful for the employees, vendors, donors and Hope Builder Board members who came out and gave their time and money to help make this event so successful.

STACY DELBAUGH, BS, CACIII Program Director

CARLA VISTA SOBER LIVING TEAM

(left to right) Shaunna Pippin, Gonzalo Ardavin, Tyler Hale, Bolton Flautt

JESSE’S TEAM

(left to right) Dr. Dwight Duncan, Dave Weiler from Sunglass Garage, Hope Builder Board Chairman Jesse Smith, Brian McCormick

Liz Kane (left), Marketing Development Manager for Valley Hope in Colorado and Wesley Hooks, Community Outreach Associate for Sandstone Care

PEAKS RECOVERY CENTERS

CARLA VISTA SOBER LIVING

MITEK USA, INC.

ASPEN RIDGE RECOVERY, LLC.

INCITE RESPONSE A Digital Marketing Agency

MEP ENGINEERING, INC.Client Centric Consulting

RED ROCK RECOVERY CENTER

EVAN FISCHER MEMORIAL FUND

SANDSTONE CARE YOUNG ADULT & ADOLESCENT

TREATMENT PROGRAMS

DOMINION DIAGNOSTICS

HOPE provided by several donations,

secured by Hope Builder board member Maureen Murray

SUNGLASS GARAGE

THANK YOU, HOLE SPONSORS!


DENVER Alumni Group Meeting2nd Friday of the Month (June 10 | July 8 | Aug 12 | Sept 9) Two Sessions // 8:30am-9:30am // 6pm-7pm

» DENVER VALLEY HOPE LECTURE HALLOpen discussion for alumni and current patients. Patient group is encouraged to ask alumni questions about recovery, meetings, sponsorship, etc. For more information, contact Lex P. 303.809.7777.

Valley Hope Clothing DriveSaturday, August 6, 2016 // 11am-3pm

» LITTLETON SAVERS1400 W Littleton Blvd | Littleton, CO | 80120

Take your unwanted/unused clothing and other items to Littleton Savers. Identify your donation is for Valley Hope and the patient assistance fund will benefit. Savers will write us a check based on the weight of all donations.

PARKER Alumni Group Meeting2nd & 4th Saturday of the Month (June 11, 25 | July 9, 23 | Aug 13, 27 | Sept 10, 24) // 7pm

» PARKER VALLEY HOPE LECTURE HALLOpen discussion for alumni and current patients. Patient group is encouraged to ask alumni questions about recovery, meetings, sponsorship, etc.

Parker Renewal Day3rd Friday of the Month (June 17 | July 15 | Aug 19 | Sept 16)

9am Alumni Group 10am Brunch with staff and alumni 11am Cup Hanging & Medallions Ceremony

» PARKER VALLEY HOPEThis includes alumni returning to retrieve their cup as a one-year celebration or those commemorating multiple year birthdays. Few things have the positive impact like our successful alumni returning back to the center. If you are celebrating one year or more and plan on attending this event, please let us know.

Annual RoundupSaturday, July 9, 2016

» PARKER VALLEY HOPE

This will be a dual themed celebration: Independence Day, and FREEDOM from the disease of addiction. We will have fun games for the children, two speakers, music and a BBQ. We will present the Golden Heart Award and have our celebration for alumni to pick up medallions to celebrate milestones in sobriety. Please come out and join us for this fun filled recovery event.

Parker Family Alumni Day NEW!Friday (July 22, Sept 23) // 4pm

» PARKER VALLEY HOPE

Alumni of our Family Program from Valley Hope are invited to join us to reconnect, build their support network, and hear messages of hope. This day, designed specifically, for you will incorporate courageous speakers who share their experiences with substance use disorder in the family. There will be a question and answer for attendees and a warm fellowship with other families on similar journeys. Come join us for uplifting afternoon of hope and healing to begin your weekend refreshed! This event is free for all participants.

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » COLORADO

DENVER Greetings from Denver! Summer is by far my favorite time of year. The warm weather is a sign to get outside and explore the beauty our state has to offer. It’s a reminder that life is full of adventure and blessings.

This summer is an important one for us here in Denver as it marks 20 years of service to our community. We are grateful as we continue to help those in need and make a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and in our community. We could not have accomplished all that we have if it weren’t for our amazing staff. They have shown a commendable amount of dedication, passion and love for our patients, alumni, and the work they do. They are the true champions of the Valley Hope spirit and recovery community here in South Denver!

John F. Kennedy said, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” This summer we humbly express our gratitude for the 20 years of service to the Denver community, our staff, our alumni, and our patients. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. We live by these words and look forward to our future as we continue providing hope to those suffering from substance use disorders.

LIZ KANE Marketing Development Manger Parker/Denver Valley Hope

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HAYS

PHILLIPSBURG

STOCKTON

HILL CITY

NORTON

ROUTE:

Depart from Norton Armory

1st STOP: Phillipsburg, KS

2nd STOP: Hays, KS

3rd STOP: Stockton, KS

4th STOP: Hill City, KS

5th/FINAL STOP: Norton Armory


NORTON What an exciting time to be a part of Valley Hope. The sense of optimism and possibility is so palatable you can feel it. Our President/CEO, Pat George, has shared before that Valley Hope is the best kept secret in the substance use disorder field and he doesn’t want us to be a secret anymore. Things are moving forward rapidly to remedy that situation.

On April 11, Norton Valley Hope hosted 15 ministers from throughout Western Kansas and Southwest Nebraska. The purpose of the day was to introduce them to Valley Hope and share how we can help their parishioners in need. The ministers attended a lecture, a cup hanging, took a tour of the facility, heard the stories of two patients, and the day concluded with a panel discussion of spirituality and

its relationship to substance use disorder and treatment.

Thanks to Chaplain Kirk Kasson, retired Chaplain Robert Speer as well as former Valley Hope President/CEO, Dennis Gilhousen, for agreeing to sit on the panel and for sharing their ideas and passion for Valley Hope and treatment.

Foundation Director Megan O’Connor organized the event along with her assistant Amanda Rawson. A big thank you to both of them.

The road construction has certainly been a headache, but people have still managed to find their way to here, as evidenced by some great turnouts for Renewal Days.

When you come back to visit, check out the face lift in the patient living center. Tim and Johnny from maintenance did a great job of upgrading with a new paint scheme that has made a dramatic improvement in the looks of the living center.

A couple of really big things

happened during the month of May at our facility. On May 4, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts paid us a visit. It is not often a sitting United States Senator visits Norton, let alone comes to our treatment center. His visit was an honor for our center. The patients and staff all pitched in to clean up and make sure the place looked in tip-top shape for Senator Roberts visit. Kudos to all.

The summer promises to be just as eventful. Hays Alumni group is hosting the 4th Annual Hays Putt Putt Invitational and BBQ on Saturday, June 18th at Precision Valley. Proceeds will benefit the Norton Patient Assistance Fund.

The inaugural HÄGAR Van Anne Memorial Poker Run is coming up on July 16. Riders from throughout Kansas and Nebraska are invited to participate. First Bike out is at 10am with First Bike in at 5pm, followed by good food, live music from the band Maximus out of Kansas City.

KANSAS


LARRY BLACK MS, LCAC Program Director

REGISTER ONLINE AT www.valleyhope.orgFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT “Grizz” or Annie 785.877.5101

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 201610am-First Bike Out // 5pm Last Bike In

$20 First Hand$5 Additional Hands

VALLEY HOPE HÄGER VAN ANNE MEMORIAL POKER RUNAll proceeds go Norton Valley Hope to provide assistance to patients in need.


HAYS ALUMNI + FRIENDSPUTT PUTT INVITATIONAL + BBQ

SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 201610pm-1pm

Precision Valley Golf Center1500 W. 27th St | Hays, KS | 67601

$10 per person

REGISTER ONLINE AT www.valleyhope.orgFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT Ron S. 785.259.0452

A benefit for the Norton Valley Hope Patient Assistance Fund, providing immediate needs for patients with financial needs, such as treatment-related books, dental care and sober-living down payments.

RENEWAL DAY CELEBRATION

Counselor Marla (left) helps Skylar celebrate his first year clean and sober on Renewal Day.

Finally, don’t forget the 49th Annual Norton Valley Hope Alkathon set this year for August 20 at the St. Francis Parish Hall in Norton. This year’s theme is “Suit up and Show up for Recovery.”

We are expecting upwards of 200 guests again this year, so make plans now to attend. Silent auction items are still being collected to help the patients’ assistance and scholarship funds, so if you have something special you would like to donate, contact Norton Valley Hope.

Many thanks for the whole event Monday. Interaction with some of the patients, hearing the lecture, having time with the panel to ask questions, eating the excellent lunch, enjoying the terrific hospitality, just copying the slogans off the wall and observing a cup hanging... it was a terrific day in every way.

– Darel Boston, Retired Pastor

You are providing a valuable service to the community. God’s blessings on your work.

– Pastor Jon Anderson

I really enjoyed my time there and learned so much about the ministry that you are providing. Thanks again.

– Pastor Christopher Murphy

It is quite apparent that Pat [George] has brought a positive energy to the organization and that you are headed in a direction that is consistent with the fundamental philosophy that Doc [Leipold] taught us years ago. Be well.

– Bob Speer, Retired Valley Hope Chaplain

Minister’s Day Feedback


KANSAS


MOUNDRIDGE Moundridge had their first “Night of Hope” on April 30, an evening aimed to showcase hope and recovery from substance use disorder. Eddie P., Moundridge Hope Builder Board Chairperson, shared his journey into his life of recovery. Thanks, Eddie!

Jay Kessler, Chief of Police in Moundridge, represented the Moundridge Police Department and Jason Rains and his wife Emily, who is a pastor at a local church, accepted Golden Heart Awards. This award honors a community member or organization that has gone above and beyond to help patients at Valley Hope.

Jay and his department have helped patients on numerous occasion stay safe. Jason’s church has gone above and beyond in making Moundridge Valley Hope patients welcome at their church by providing transportation to their church and going out of their way to make patients feel welcome.

It was so fantastic to see the nearly 120 alumni and friends of Valley Hope come back, share memories, and catch up on what’s new. Patients came to hang their cups with 30 days of sobriety and others picked up their cups to celebrate years and multiple years of sobriety. We had a great time and a special shout out has to go to Judy for making the best tiny little cupcakes in all different flavors. Thanks for topping this special evening off, Judy!

MATTHEW BROXTERMAN M.Div., Chaplain – Atchison Valley Hope

NIGHT OF HOPE GOLDEN HEART AWARDS

ATCHISON Staff, alumni and a large group of current patients gathered at Atchison Valley Hope on April 24 to participate in the 2nd Annual Spring Event & Snack Bar. The main event this year was a talent show that featured multiple acts from current and former patients. A highlight of the afternoon was a performance by recovery band “Clean Dirty Hippies.”

One participant said, “Events like this show current patients that recovery is not only possible, but that it is also possible to have a great time in recovery.”

Our thanks to everyone who made the occasion a success!

Speaking of exciting events at Atchison Valley Hope, Alumni Weekend is just around the corner. Festivities this year will begin Friday, July 15 with our traditional Renewal Day schedule of events (see details in calendar). Activities will continue Saturday afternoon with the Annual Don Duncan Classic Softball Tournament.

This tournament started over 20 years ago and is named in memory of former patient and beloved member of the Valley Hope family, Don Duncan. As is the tradition, alumni of Atchison Valley Hope will pit their softball skills against a team of current patients.

This year, current patients will attempt to take the trophy back from an extremely large alumni team who won it last year. Those interested in playing (or cheering) will gather at Atchison Valley Hope at 1pm on Saturday, July 16 (details below). Following the game, we will return to campus for a time of fellowship and an outdoor BBQ, which will begin at 5pm. As always, families are encouraged to attend.

As Alumni Weekend coincides with Atchison’s Amelia Earhart Festival, there will be a number of activities to enjoy in town as well. These activities include LakeFest on Friday night at Warnock Lake, the carnival and street fair downtown, and “Concert in the Sky” fireworks show by the Riverwalk. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Atchison Valley Hope Alumni Weekend!

DON DUNCANCLASSIC SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

ANNU

AL PLAY BALL!Saturday, July 16 @ 1:30 pm*Ebenezer Baptist Church (at 8th & Riley)*Meet at Atchison Valley Hope at 1pm


PLAY BALL!Saturday, July 16 @ 1:30 pm*Ebenezer Baptist Church (at 8th & Riley)*Meet at Atchison Valley Hope at 1pm

ATCHISON, KS Alumni Group Meeting & Atchison Renewal Day3rd Friday of the Month (June 17 | July 15 | Aug 19 | Sept 16)

8:30am Alumni start arriving9am Alumni Group Dining Hall9:30am Cup Hanging Ceremony Lecture Hall10:45am Road to Recovery11:15am Medallion Ceremony with lunch to follow1pm-2pm Renewal Small Groups

» ATCHISON VALLEY HOPE

On average, we have 60 or more visiting alumni visiting and celebrate 15-20 birthdays.

DODGE CITY Alumni Group Meeting3rd Sunday of the Month (June 19 | July 17 | Aug 21 | Sept 18) // 9am

» CASEY’S COWTOWN CLUB503 E. Trail St. | Dodge City, KS | 67801

Breakfast, fellowship and speaker. For more information, contact: Damon P. 620.339.0687 or [email protected]

HAYSAlumni Group MeetingSundays (June 12 | July 17 | Aug 21) // 9:30am

» GOLDEN CORRAL (South Of Walmart)383 W. Mopar Dr. | Hays, KS | 67601

Breakfast, fellowship and speaker. We’ll meet in the back room and enjoy the buffet. For more information, contact Ron S. 785.259.1052.

MOUNDRIDGEMoundridge Renewal DayLast Friday of the Month (June 24 | July 29 | Aug 26 | Sept 30)

8:50am “Hurdles” Group with Cup Hanging Ceremony to follow11am Medallions Ceremony Lecture Hall 12pm Lunch1pm Alumni Group Family Room

» MOUNDRIDGE VALLEY HOPE

Calling all Halstead/Moundridge Alumni, we need your help! Remember what it was like to catch some hope when you were a patient and heard the message of recovery from alumni? On the last Friday of each month, share your recovery experience with our current patients in “Hurdles.” What worked and what didn’t?

After Hurdles and the Cup Hanging Ceremony, alumni are introduced and share where they are from and where they go to meetings. Current patients will have the opportunity to talk to alumni and get phone numbers from clean and sober folks in their home area.

Then, we celebrate recovery birthdays in the Medallions Ceremony. Woo Hoo! Lunch will be prepared by our fantastic cooks, followed by Alumni Group where we laugh, catch up, and sometimes even do therapy.

If you are celebrating one-year or more and plan on attending this event, please let us know. Come join us!

NORTON Alumni Group MeetingThursdays, 6:50pm-7:50pm

» NORTON VALLEY HOPE DINING HALL

Come early for coffee and cookies.

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » KANSAS

WICHITA This weekend I was sitting outside enjoying a beautiful spring day. I started to think about the commitment Mother Nature shows us each spring and summer as she brings our world out of its wintertime slumber.

Addiction is much like a wintertime slumber where important life functions go into hibernation and just like the wintertime storms, there can also be much damage done.

It takes commitment to bring yourself out of your addiction slumber.

At first the commitment may seem overwhelming with residential treatment, Intensive Outpatient treatment, continuing care, 12-step meetings and re-working the Steps with your sponsor. It is a commitment that pays big dividends in, not only your life, but in the lives of your spouse, partner, children and grandchildren. cont’d on page 19...

CINDY BAUMAN, MFT, LAC, MAC Outpatient Director


MOUNDRIDGE More than two years ago I transferred from Norton Valley Hope to Moundridge. One thing that remains the same is how others continue to carry the message from one Valley Hope to the next, whether it be in residential, intensive outpatient (IOP), continuing care, AC/ESS, at Renewal Days, or 12-Step meetings. There is that special connection between the thousands of people that have passed through the doors of any of the Valley Hopes. It is a message of love.

Have you ever noticed how many people you run into, that you recognize, because they were a part of a patient group, or had on a Valley Hope apparel?

This happened to me just the other day when Julie S. accepted an invitation to share her story with our patient group. Julie was one of my friends from Norton Valley Hope who had an amazing story to share. I was giving a lecture before Julie arrived and I noticed a few people walk into the room. After a double-take, I realized these were former patients from Norton Valley Hope, who had come to support Julie. My eyes lit up and I got a huge smile on my face because no matter where we are, we are always family.

We have had the privilege to be a part of a miracle that not too many people get to experience. Thankfully, there are so many miracles that are a part of our Valley Hope family that we can rest assured that the message of recovery is carried far and wide, with a smile and a hug.


KANSASDEONA COOK, BS LAC Counselor – Moundridge Valley Hope

MOUNDRIDGE FEBRUARY RENEWAL

(left to right) Brandon H. 1 year, Susan C. 1 year, Shannon 8 years, JP 1 year, Tyler L. 1 year, Kaitlin T. 1 year, Kevin L. 2 years, Hannah J. 1 year. Not pictured, Tony M. 3 years.

MOUNDRIDGE MARCH RENEWAL

(left to right) Lauren D. 10 years, Stephanie W. 2 years, Richard A. 1 year, Kay S. 1 year, Brenda R. 1 year, Wade S. 4 years, Gary D. 1 year, Austin C. 1 year, Joseph E. 1 year.

3RD ANNUAL VALLEY HOPEGOLF TOURNAMENT

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 201612:15 SHOTGUN START

Hesston Golf Course520 Yost Drive | Hesston, KS | 67062

$200 per team or $50 personIncludes lunch at 11am

REGISTER ONLINE AT bit.ly/moundridgegolf2016

REGISTER AT THE EVENT Registration opens at 10am

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT Megan O’Connor 785.202.1358 or [email protected]

Proceeds go to Valley Hope Patient Assistance Fund(Treatment books and sober-living down payments).


NORTON, KS Norton Renewal Day2nd Friday of the Month (June 10 | July 8 | Aug 12 | Sept 9)

8am Meet & Greet with coffee and cookies Living Center9am Group Meeting Dining Room9:30am Cup Hanging Ceremony Lecture Hall10:30am Medallion Ceremony with lunch to follow Lecture Hall1:30pm Alumni Group Lecture Hall

» NORTON VALLEY HOPE

You will have a chance to introduce yourself and share where you are from so you can make connections with patients from your area. Buy a $5 meal ticket at the nurse’s station and enjoy lunch with the patients and staff. Give us a call if you plan to pick up your cup or share a birthday! Call with any questions, 785.452.5567.

49th Annual Alkathon CelebrationSaturday, August 20, 2016 // 12:30pm

» NORTON VALLEY HOPE

We begin the event with a ‘Freedom Drive’ (parade of vehicles and motorcycles) from the treatment center to the St. Francis Catholic Church Parish Hall at 104 S. Wabash in Norton. We’ll have great speakers, fellowship, a silent auction, medallions and awards. Don’t miss this big event. More than 200 alumni return each year to celebrate our anniversary.

OVERLAND PARK, KS Overland Park Renewal NightLast Friday of the Month (June 24 | July 29 | Aug 26 | Sept 30)Alumni are invited from 8am-10 am or 6pm-8pm

» WICHITA VALLEY HOPE

We would like to invite Alumni and friends to share their stories, experience, strength and hope. This will include Alumni that will also be returning to receive back their cup to celebrate their one-year anniversary. We will also provide refreshments for the activities. This is a very interactive session for the whole group. We hope that you can come join us for a very fun and exciting evening.

SALINA, KSAlumni Group Meeting NEW!1st Monday of the Month (June 6 | July 11 | Aug 1 | Sept 5) // 6pm-7:30pm

» MARTINELLI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT156 S. Santa Fe Ave. | Salina, KS | 67401

Join us in a private room for the speaker and fellowship. Attendees buy their own dinner. For more information, contact: Bill B. 785.452.5567 or [email protected].

WICHITA Wichita Renewal Night3rd Friday of the Month (June 17 | July 15 | Aug 19 | Sept 16) // 6pm

» WICHITA VALLEY HOPE

The celebration kicks off on the third Friday of the month. We will have alumni sit in on small group. Former patients can come back to receive the cup they made while in Intensive Outpatient treatment, or a Valley Hope Coffee Cup for each additional year they have maintained sobriety on their sobriety date. We know that your experience, strength and hope can help those who are new to the program see that long term recovery is possible. Refreshments and snacks provided during fellowship. Please join us!

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » KANSAS

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It even pays dividends to your employer and co-workers. The dividends that you receive are not only those things you can see and touch but also the dividend of self-respect, self-acceptance, contentment and real happiness.

The early commitment is more than worth it in the long run. How would you rate your commitment today? Does your level of commitment need to be elevated?

As the Big Book (Chapter 5) states “Half Measures Availed Us Nothing…”

We invite all alumni to return to Wichita Valley Hope the 3rd Friday of every month for Renewal Night. Share how your commitment to a new way of life has paid off with our current patients.

We would love to you see every one of you again!


BOONVILLE Greetings recovery family, I hope this finds you well. Life here in Boonville continues to be what it always is – a combination of chaos and clarity, tradition and change, frustration and fulfillment, peace and trouble.

My guess is that you can say just about the same thing regarding the life you are living, because it seems to be part of the human experience. The bad news is that for those of us who struggle with the disease of alcoholism (regardless of which chemicals we take), these feelings, especially the negative ones, many times get amplified way beyond what they really are; and then we risk losing our serenity.

My sponsor continually warned me about the dangers of letting situations or other people rob me of the joy that sobriety offers. He would point me back to the third step and remind me of what he called the three basics of recovery:

1 . There is a God .2 . You are not it .3 . You’re not even the vice-president in charge of everything else .Although these “basics” helped me get through many troubling times, I still found that I all-too-easily gave my serenity and power away to people who simply didn’t have the good sense to do things the way I thought they should be done!

There were times the frustration I felt was almost overpowering; but that’s when God, in His mercy, introduced me to what I call the Al-Anon version of the Serenity Prayer. It helps when almost nothing else does, so it is my joy to share it with you:

I wish you peace.

MISSOURI


BOONVILLE Hello! My name is Rebekah and I work in the Boonville Valley Hope office. I graduated from the University of Missouri with a

Bachelor and Master of Social Work.

I started working as an outpatient counselor straight out of college, and I was really unhappy with things. One of my former clients told me about Valley Hope and just the way they talked about the facility I knew I wanted to work there.

I had never heard of a place where someone could go to treatment and a month later have good things to say about it! So I applied and here I am today.

I worked as an in-patient counselor for a while and now I am starting as the new AC/ESS counselor. I got into this field because I wanted to help people and try to make a positive impact on the world, and Valley Hope gives me the chance to do that.

The best part of what we do is getting to see people at probably the worst time in their lives, and we get to help them dig and climb their way out of that rock bottom.

Now, a little bit about me personally. Some of my favorite things include my dogs (my English Mastiff mix named Paul Newman and my Border Collie mix named Dot), rock climbing, basically anything chocolate, Pepsi soda, and training for my first marathon later this year.

I’m excited to try this new adventure in Valley Hope and look forward to getting to know everyone!

SCOTT EHRLICH M.Div., Chaplain – Boonville Valley Hope

REBEKAH HARTSOCK, MSW, LCSW New AC/ESS Counselor

God: grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change;

Courage to change the person I can;

And the wisdom to know it’s me.


ST. LOUIS Alumni Group MeetingTuesdays // 6pm-7pm

» ST. LOUIS VALLEY HOPE

Family Group NEW!Tuesdays // 6pm-7pm


Open to all who want to learn more about substance use disorders and the family. For more information, drop in, give us a call at 314.514.9220.

St. Louis Renewal Night4th Wednesday of the Month (June 22 | July 27 | Aug 24 | Sept 28) // 5:30pm-7pm


St. Louis-area monthly Alumni/Renewal Groups meet on the 4th Wednesday of every month in the large group room. This is the perfect time for those who share the Valley Hope experience to enjoy some fellowship and carry the message to those who are just beginning their recovery journey. The alumni returning each month to hang cups, pick up medallions and lend support to others are a valuable asset for St. Louis Valley Hope and we appreciate all of you!

BOONVILLEBoonville Renewal Day2nd Friday of the Month (June 10 | July 8 | Aug 12 | Sept 9)

8:30am Alumni start arriving9:40am Cup Hanging Ceremony Lecture Hall10am Staff-led group session for Alumni Lecture Hall11am Medallions Ceremony12:30pm Lunch1pm-2pm Renewal Small Groups

» BOONVILLE VALLEY HOPE

Any and all alumni and their loved ones are encouraged to join current patients, staff and other alumni in the celebration and sharing of the experience, strength, and hope recovery brings. There is plenty of time for socializing, encouraging current patients and meeting old friends during the day. You are also invited to join us for lunch. We look forward to seeing you.

Please give us a call if you plan to pick up your cup or share a birthday with us. We like to plan for such special events! Renewal Day is affectionately known as “payday” by the staff here at Boonville Valley Hope and we hope to see you soon!

Annual Celebration at BoonvilleSaturday, August 13, 2016

1pm Registration2pm Medallions Ceremony, Speakers and Awards4pm Dinner

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » MISSOURI

Gratitude: Recovery Tool...cont’d from page 10

He lets me know when I am off course. Gratitude affects how I see my circumstances and how I feel about me. Viewing the world through the eyes of gratitude gives me bias toward the positive, rather than the negative of my disease.

“My name is Bill and I am a grateful alcoholic.” I begin each lecture with that self-identification with particular emphasis on “grateful.” Gratitude is a very special part of my life. Most assuredly I am grateful to be sober today. I am grateful for all of you and all the people who have helped me remain sober.

Additionally, I am even grateful for the chaos of the last months and days in my alcoholism. I am grateful for all that occurred to get me sober, the bad as well as the good. Though “grateful,” I would not volunteer to repeat the process. Most assuredly, I am not happy about the pain foisted upon my family and my employer.

If not for my disease, however, I would not be where I am today. I very much like where I am today, here with you in this wonderful spiritual way of life. My prayer for each and every one is that you too will be able to identify as a grateful alcoholic or addict.

Trail clean up on Renewal Day, Friday, April 8, 2016.


ST. LOUIS The happy faces pictured here belong to Valley Hope Alumni and friends enjoying “Baseball Night” at St. Louis Valley Hope’s Alumni Spring Extravaganza.

After a tasty potluck meal, three speakers: Lea H., Maureen R., and Kevin R. shared words of wisdom and hope from both an alumni and family perspective. It was an inspiring April evening full of laughter, and a few tears as well. Thank you to all who brought food, helped set up, and shared your time with us. St. Louis area alumni are planning a fall gathering; call us if you would like to help—more people, more ideas, more fun!

Until then, remember, you can join us at our weekly Alumni Group Meeting held every Tuesday. Our new Family Group meets separately during this same time and is open to all who want to learn more about substance use disorders and the family. Drop in for either group or give us a call for more information.

Keep your eyes open for another movie night! Mmmmm...popcorn and Hot Tamales—what a combo! Or perhaps you prefer Junior Mints?

If you know someone who would benefit from an Extended Care Program, please call us for more information. This program provides a supportive and comfortable sober living environment for those needing additional structure and support as they attend our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).

Remember: alumni, current patients, family members, and friends are invited to attend our events. We have some wonderful speakers lined up for upcoming Renewal Groups held the 4th Wednesday of the month. You won’t want to miss these opportunities for fellowship.

Join us in connecting with Valley Hope friends old and new. For more information about programs or events, call 913.514.9220.

MISSOURI


JANET WORTHY, CRADC Outpatient Program Director

A PARENT’S PERSPECTIVE

Speaker Kevin A. shared a parent’s perspective at “Baseball Night” during Valley Hope’s Alumni Spring Extravaganza.

A SHOW OF SUPPORT

(left to right) Toni B., Tracy G., Alumni speaker Lea H., and J.R. W. show their support for one another and Valley Hope.

ST. LOUIS VALLEY HOPE “BASEBALL NIGHT”

Alumni speaker Lea H. (left) with Dana Kerney, Valley Hope Marketing Manager.

OMAHA Alumni Group MeetingTuesdays // 7:00pm

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The meeting is open to alumni and friends, celebrating recovery and sharing their experience, strength, and hope.

Omaha Renewal Night1st Tuesday of the Month(June 7 | July 5 | Aug 2 | Sept 6) // 7:00pm

» OMAHA VALLEY HOPE

There will medallions, a speaker, and celebration cake. We will start with the Serenity Prayer, introductions, and celebration of various lengths of sobriety. We ask alumni to share their experience strength and hope to others.

This is a great place to re-connect and meet new friends. Come be part of the celebration of recovery!

O’NEILL O’Neill Renewal Day1st Friday of the Month(June 3 | July 1 | Aug 5 | Sept 2) // 7:00pmThursday* 6:30pm Continuing Care GroupFriday 7:40am Chapel Services8:50am Lecture10am Brunch11am Medallions Ceremony12pm Lunch1pm Alumni Group Dining Hall

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Renewal Day at O’Neill Valley Hope has grown to be an inspiring event. If it’s your sobriety birthday month, join us and collect a “Celebrating Recovery” cup no matter how many years you’re celebrating.

Join us for a Celebration of Recovery and “Carry the Message” to others. Give us a call if you plan to attend Continuing Care on Thursday, 402.336.0008

*Events start Thursday night for those who will be in O’Neill.

O’Neill Annual Renewal Celebration and 39th Anniversary & ReunionSaturday, August 27, 201612pm Registration1pm Celebrations begin5pm Meal service with guest speak and sobriety countdown to follow

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COLUMBUS, NEBowling & Fellowship1st Friday of the MonthSaturday, July 9, 2016 // Time TBA

» WESTBROOK LANES3156 51st Ave. | Columbus, NE | 68601

Columbus, Nebraska alumni of NE Nebraska invite you and your family to an afternoon of fun – fellowship, bowling and a speaker. Time to be announced. For more information, contact Ken 402.276.4801.

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » NEBRASKA



O’NEILL Greetings, I want to officially say hello to everyone as I am settling into my new position at O’Neill Valley Hope. We have such an amazing team working with the patients and I welcome the chance to get to know friends and alumni as they celebrate with us in the days ahead. Please stop by and introduce yourself.

As spring is slowly approaching, we are seeing the blooming of the flowers and a new day in recovery we also see a transition into spring for our staff. We have

welcomed a new Director of Nursing, Ann Crumly, and a new Assistant Director of Nursing, Justine Bollwitt. In addition to our nursing staff, we have a new evening counselor, Marie Keese, who is bringing back meditation and relaxation to our facility. What a great way to reduce stress and anxiety, drug free.

An exciting and upcoming event at O’Neill Valley Hope is the Annual Renewal Celebration. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, August 27th and join

us in celebration of our 39th Anniversary. The event will be held at the Community Center. The theme is “Super Heroes of Recovery.” The real heroes are our patients and alumni, who bravely face life on life’s terms and embrace sobriety. There will be a guest speaker sharing their experience, strength and hope in the afternoon. Finally, we have a sobriety countdown celebrating even the first day of recovery. We hope to see you at the 39th Reunion Party.

NEBRASKAKATHY JOHNSTON, BA, LAC Program Director


OKLAHOMA CITY Greetings to all of you: friends, family, and alumni of Valley Hope! I pray this letter finds you well as you journey through this life that we call recovery.

It is springtime here in Oklahoma which inevitably means that we have begun to prepare for the upcoming storm and tornado season. Already we are on alert as the weathermen monitor the skies in order to notify the public of impending trouble.

Those of you who have read my past articles have seen the comparison that I have made between addiction and storms. Storms are powerful, scary, uncontrollable, unpredictable, and they leave a path of destruction in their wake; they can even claim lives, just like addiction.

We do not have to live in constant fear; with a little preparation, we can survive even the toughest storms that life throws at us. Here are three practical tips for surviving a storm.

Prepare your storm shelter – where do you go when times get hard and the waters of life are tossing you around? Your safe place, right?

For many of us, that is our 12-step home group or perhaps our church or a group of friends. Wherever it is, make sure that this place is in order before the storm hits, so that you have everything you need.

The best way to do this is to tend to this environment before the storm hits, so that you will feel safe when you go there.

Reach out to others – communication is key whenever a storm is approaching or active. We want to know where the potential danger is and if any damage has been done. Communicate with those around you. We’re better together! An opportunity may even present itself for you to help someone else or to receive some help that you need.

Reach out to your Higher Power – even the best of preparations can result in some damage; there are

always going to be aspects of our lives that are out of our control. This is where our Higher Power comes in; he can do for us what we can’t do for ourselves! Trust in your Higher Power to carry you through the low times and you will get through it. This Too Shall Pass!!!

We are very excited about the progress that all of you are making in recovery. It is our biggest joy to watch you face challenge after challenge, storm after storm, and remain clean and sober.

It’s an even bigger joy to watch you not only survive the storm, but thrive! For as you face each challenge head on, clean and sober and with your tools of recovery, your confidence and faith grows.

We would love for you to share your recovery with us! We have an alumni group that meets here every Tuesday and our Renewal Night takes place on the first Tuesday of every month. Stop by or call us at 405.946.7337; we would love to hear from you. Take care and God bless.

OKLAHOMA


ZACHARY FLORA, LAC Outpatient Program Director

Storms are powerful, scary, uncontrollable, unpredictable, and they leave a path of destruction in their wake; they can even claim lives, just like addiction.

photo by Lucy Chian


CUSHINGCushing Renewal Day3rd Friday of the Month (June 17 | July 15 | Aug 19 | Sept 16)

8:30am Alumni start arriving8:50am Lecture9:40am Cup Hanging Ceremony Lecture Hall11am Renewal Celebration with lunch to follow Lecture Hall1pm Counselor-Facilitated Alumni Group Large Room in Basement

» CUSHING VALLEY HOPE

There will also be an alumni recovery panel with the patient group. Many alumni stay and enjoy lunch with us by purchasing a meal ticket when they sign in on the guest register and get a visitor name tag.

Cushing Annual ReunionSaturday, June 11 // 1-5pm» CUSHING VALLEY HOPE

OKLAHOMA CITYAlumni Group MeetingTuesdays // 6-7pm

» OKLAHOMA CITY VALLEY HOPE COFFEE SHOP

Join us in the coffee shop. Friends and family are welcome to attend!

Oklahoma City Renewal Night1st Tuesday of the Month (June 7 | July 5 | Aug 2 | Sept 6) // 5:30pm-7pm

5:30pm Fellowship & Potluck6pm Serenity Prayer

» OKLAHOMA CITY VALLEY HOPE

After the prayer, we recognize those celebrating varying lengths of sobriety and then the speaker is introduced. The night is wrapped up with any announcements pertaining to Valley Hope or upcoming local recovery events.

TULSA Alumni Group MeetingThursdays // 6pm

» FELLOWSHIP CHURCH – Room 1 of the Meeting Hall2900 S. Harvard | Tulsa, OK | 74114

For more information, contact Peter G. 918.760.6011 or Lori G. 918.510.1713.

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » OKLAHOMA

OKLAHOMA VALLEY HOPE 2ND ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF CLASSICSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 20168AM SHOTGUN START

Golf Club at Cimarron Trails1400 Lovers Lane | Perkins, OK | 74059

$75 per player includes meal

LONG DRIVES TO SAVE LIVES

REGISTER ONLINE AT valleyhope.org/events

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT Zac Flora 405.946.7337 or Megan O. 785.202.1358

CUSHING Dear Alumni, Family, and Friends of Valley Hope, I hope this letter finds you doing well in your life and recovery. We have finally been getting rain so everything is so beautiful and green here at the Valley. Our earthquakes seem to have subsided for the time being. The beautiful picnic gazebo mentioned in the last letter seems to be getting a lot of use and being enjoyed by patients and family members.

Our women’s rooms are now in the process of getting a face lift. Plans are being developed to also spruce up the nurses’ station and recovery rooms. We are really excited these projects and hope you will be too.

As usual, Alumni Day is always the third Friday of the month and we hope to see as many folks on those days as possible. If you can’t make it on Alumni Day, please don’t let that keep you from coming some other day to visit. We love seeing our alumni and hearing how they are doing. If all else fails, just call to touch base. It is always exciting for the staff hear how folks are doing.

A final note of interest here at Cushing, we are now contracted to take Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Our hope is that this will allow us to better serve those who are still suffering and in need of treatment and recovery.

Hope to see you soon and have a blessed day.

SHELLY PARKMAN, MS, LADC Program Director

We will again have speakers, a magic show, cake walk, and several other exciting activities . Bring the family and enjoy the afternoon reuniting with old friends . We really hope to see a lot of you there .


GRAPEVINE When I’m asked on how I got to where I am in my sobriety, I can think of so many integral parts that have worked for me. When we have Alumni join us on Wednesday nights in the I.O.P. coffee lounge for the first time (Alumni Recovery Meeting), we hand them a “Keep Coming Back” token. We say to them that it doesn’t matter if they come back to our meeting or go to another meeting on Wednesday nights, but the message is to just “Keep Coming Back.”

In the beginning of my recovery when I would meet someone that was in the program for years, I thought they were going to meetings because they must be white knuckling it or something. As my time in sobriety progressed, I realized that was not the case. A mentor of mine said “I don’t keep coming back because I feel like I’m on the verge of going back out. I come back because there might be someone that needs to hear me share or needs encouragement. I also keep coming back because I love the fellowship of men and women in recovery. If I decide to stay home then I may miss the chance to be of service to someone.” When I don’t feel like going to a meeting, I always think of what my mentor said and that gives me the motivation, along with being of service to others, to “Keep Coming Back!”

TEXAS


JON K. Grapevine Volunteer Alumni Coordinator

Re-Dedication Ceremony / 15th Anniversary The Valley Hope of Grapevine Re-Dedication Event was held on May 3, 2016. President/CEO Pat George introduced the “Champion of Hope” lapel pin worn as a symbol of HOPE for all persons affected by Substance Use Disorder. There were over 100 people in attendance.

Presented, was a certificate from Jane Nelson, a Senator from the State of Texas, congratulating Grapevine Valley Hope for 15 years of service. Also presented, was a certificate from the House of Representatives, Congressman Kenny Marchant for our 15th year anniversary and will be part of the congressional record.

In attendance and part of the speaker panel was the Assistant Chief of Grapevine Police, Mike Hamlin, Alumnus Jon Kleck, Chamber of Commerce member Natalie Thompson-Garner, Grapevine City Council Member Duff Odell and staff member to Congressman Marchant’s office, Todd Martin.

REDEDICATION CEREMONY above

Pat George, Valley Hope President/CEO shares during rededication ceremony

PRESENTATION (left to right) Christina Rodriguez, Melissa Pollock, Kimberly Monroe

Keep Coming Back!


GRAPEVINE Alumni Group MeetingWednesdays // 7:30pm

» GRAPEVINE VALLEY HOPE COFFEE SHOP

Weekly recovery meetings with a positive outlook on sobriety where we share what works for us through the 12-Step Program and staying focused on the solution and not our past.

Join fellow alumni in an open discussion that focuses on our path of sobriety. We will open with one of our Team Leader speakers and the topic will be the step that coincides with the month or whatever step you feel like talking about.

This group focuses on positives of living sober and the ways we can share where we are and what keeps us strong in our recovery. These meetings are closed meetings and only people that have gone through Residential or IOP or Continuing Care are allowed to attend. Coffee and pastries will be available for your enjoyment.

Grapevine Renewal DayLast Friday of the Month (June 24 | July 29 | Aug 26 | Sept 30) // 7:30pm

9am Alumni and guests start arriving10am Brunch with staff and alumni11am Cup Hanging & Medallions Ceremony

» GRAPEVINE VALLEY HOPE

We would like to invite you to Grapevine Valley Hope on the last Friday of each month to join in one of our alumni activities called Renewal Day. Few things have the positive impact like our successful alumni returning back to the center. This includes alumni returning to retrieve their cup as a one year celebration or presented with a Valley Hope cup to commemorate multiple year birthdays.

GROUPS // MEETINGS // EVENTSCALENDAR » TEXAS

GRAPEVINE Dear Alumni and Friends, I’m Joyce and I work in the business office at the Grapevine, Texas Outpatient location. Being from Kansas, even after all the time I’ve spent down here in Texas, I’m never fully prepared for the blazing hot summers Texas is so famous for.

Regardless of the heat, summertime provides us with an opportunity to spend time with our friends and loved ones, whether it’s relaxing by the pool, barbecuing, or cheering on our Rangers!

Speaking of spending time with friends, our alumni group is continuing to grow and they are working on some exciting events for the summer. Come by on Wednesdays and join us in the coffee shop in Outpatient. Sobriety chips are given out for each month sober and we want to see you get yours! I wish you all the best, and look forward to seeing you soon!

JOYCE BAYSINGER Business Office

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FOUNDATION NEWSOur Foundation is growing! Amanda Rawson has joined the Foundation, as Assistant to the Director of Development . Amanda is a four-year veteran of Valley Hope, transferring from the Information Services Department .

“Valley Hope is a great company to work for and I am thankful for advancement opportunities.” Amanda says. “I am happy to be working with Megan . The transition has been easy as I’ve helped out in the Development Department in the past.”

The Foundation is also growing in financial strength which helps us help more individuals suffering with substance use disorder . Contributions received as of March 31, 2016 total $583,000 compared to $402,000 same period last year . The increase is a direct result of the Annual Fund Drive (November mailing), grant requests and donors supporting our mission, one gift at a time . A big shout out to our Hope Builder Boards for their efforts to create great fundraising events that benefit our patients.

Scholarships distributed year to date March 31, amount to $163,000 . Patient Assistance Fund distributions total $118,000 compared to $42,000 same period last year; the fund provides sober living down-payments, urgent dental needs and treatment books .

HOW TO GIVE ONLINEVisit www.valleyhope.org/donate and make a one-time gift or a re-occurring monthly gift .MAIL A CHECK Valley Hope FoundationP .O . Box 59 | Norton, KS | 67654Contact Megan O’Connor megano@valleyhope .org or phone 785 .877 .GIVE (4483)

WHO BENEFITS Designate your gift for a specific purpose and treatment center or leave as unrestricted and we’ll use where it’s needed most . We promise to be good stewards of your gift of support!

photo by Margot Pandone


BIRTHDAY CLUB Gifts received July 2015-April 2016

JEFF L . 11 years NORTON

BRENT M . 4 years ATCHISON

MARGARET T . 8 years ATCHISON

LESLIE P . 2 years GRAPEVINE

LISA R . 3 years O’NEILL

NORMA C . 34 years NORTON

RUSS S . 23 years O’NEILL

LOUIS T . 47 years NORTON

ANDREA P . 12 years PARKER

SHANE F . 7 years PARKER

JAMES S . 30 years ATCHISON

KEVIN C . 25 years ATCHISON

DOUG S . 6 years O’NEILL

MARLETTA W . 35 years NORTON

KEITH D . 35 years NORTON

CHARD F . 4 years O’NEILL

PHYLLIS K . 5 years PARKER

STEVEN R . 5 years O’NEILL

God Bless Valley Hope! Our son, Tyler, went through Valley Hope in Norton in October 2003. He is clean and sober today, 12 years later by God’s grace, Valley Hope and his wonderful outlook on life. Thank you. We hope this might help someone else in a small way.

– Mr. & Mrs. Smith

Cushing Valley Hope – Please accept this donation in memory of Joyce Haywood. Joyce passed on January 26, 2016. Use this donation to continue your fine work at your facility.

– Dewey & Janette Whitaker

Our donation is designated to support the ministry and outreach of Valley Hope. The funds may be directed to where there is the greatest need.

– Rev. Roger Dennis, St. John Lutheran Church, Russell, KS

Tomorrow is my 11 year sobriety anniversary – wow! It never ceases to proudly amaze me! I donate $10 every year and this is an ‘expense’ I look forward to. Thank you everyone for helping me get clean and sober and gain my self-esteem as well.

– Andrea P.

My gift is in memory of my husband, Roger, who passed on January 8, 2016. He continued to mentor others with addictions through three years of chemo – even in his last week of life. Our motto: We are powerless over other people, places and things but we have a Higher Power who isn’t! I hope you post this card on the bulletin board for others to receive encouragement. The peace we have each day is in the midst of the storm.

– Mary Catron

Please see the enclosed check for Boonville Valley Hope – in memory of Julie Bennett. Thank you for all you do!

– Jennifer

Notes from Supporters

JOIN THE BIRTHDAY CLUBSend a dollar (or more) for each year of your recovery and your gift will provide immediate needs for patients, such as treatment-related books, urgent dental work and sober living down-payments.

Recovery Birthday Donation Amount $

My gift is to help a patient at Valley Hope!

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MAIL TO:Valley Hope FoundationP .O . Box 59 | Norton, KS | 67654

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ALL FACILITIESUnrestrictedBoyd CoxIn Memory of Macey Doss Anonymous DonorHue & Patricia EichelbergerDebra KempGladys RandIn Honor Of Rebecca SuttonAmanda RawsonCynthia ShipleyThe Trailer ShopFred VocasekNici & Robert WallisDennis & Constance WeberIn Memory Of Michael Classen

ScholarshipsBob CondronIn Memory of Christopher CondronMichael Mcdonald

WDL Endowment Fund- ScholarshipsRegina BeikmanStuart OlsonPatricia Schoettger

ATCHISON, KSUnrestrictedLinda BrownMary Curtis

ScholarshipsRebecca SuttonIn Honor of Gladys RandOxford House NormandyIn Memory of Brandy MenzellPat & Chuck ConnelyKevin & Bobbi CummingsCheryl BalsterIn Honor of Alan Balster

WDL EndowmentFund- ScholarshipsEdward Zuchowski

Patient Assistance FundJim Sudbeck

CUSHING, OKUnrestrictedSue PriceIn Memory of Hal Price

Scholarships Mary Stevens Dewey & Janette WhitakeIn Memory of Joyce Haywood

Mike Miller Patient Assistance FundAnonymous Donor

Al & Susan Roberts Scholarship FundSunoco, Inc.Chesapeake Operating, Inc.

BOONVILLE, MOUnrestrictedJessica BainIn Memory Of Julie BennettJennifer BrockmanIn Memory of Julie BennettApril BaldwinIn Memory of Gregory BaldwinMary CatronIn Memory of Roger Catron

ScholarshipsCarol Crook

DENVER, COScholarshipsSchneider Electric North America Foundation

CHANDLER, AZUnrestrictedCharles & Rene CraneIn Memory Of Michael ClassenFountain Hills Elks Lodge 2846In Memory Of Michael Classen

ScholarshipsAmbassador GroupBmg Biers Management GroupCarla Vista Sober Living LLCCrisis Preparation and Recovery, Inc.Dominion Diagnostics, LlcEvan Fischer Foundation Memorial FundJ&J Sober LivingLegacy Air, Inc.Lifeline Professional CounselingSummit Group InvestmentsGeorge Valuikas IIIDavid Waxberg

Patient Assistance Fund Chandler Alumni GroupEvan Fischer Foundation Memorial Fund

GRAPEVINE, TXScholarshipsMarty & Debbie GoldsmithIn Memory of Aaron Goldsmith

MOUNDRIDGE, KSScholarshipsIn Memory Of Robert CurlLoren & Gayle BoughfmanVaughan & Jennifer BurchAnonymous DonorFlamings Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning, Inc.Malcom FrostKy & Kelsey SwisherDaniel Wilson

Facility Improvement Moundridge Community Cham-ber Of Commerce

Patient Assistance FundMark CoxMoundridge Alumni GroupMarie Woodruff

NORTON, KSUnrestrictedDeanna & Milan BerryHoward & Judith DebaucheIn Honor of Judy WeberSt. John Lutheran

ScholarshipsLinda & Dennis BrazdaIn Memory of Rikki BetzTom & Patricia MeagherMegan O’ConnorIn Memory of Jim HitchmanGregory Schafer

Patient Assistance FundAmbassadors Class Christian ChurchScott BeutlerMarsha ChristieAnonymous DonorRyan JerbyCharles KnapperNorton Color Run RegistrationsNorton Trivia Night TeamNUMC JR-SR High UMYFJulie SiefersDelmonta & Louie TholenIn Memory of Glen DavisDelmonta TholenIn Honor of Louie Tholen

O’NEILL, NEUnrestrictedSharon MesserschmidtIn Honor of Haley & Eric Ehlers

ScholarshipsConsolidated ConcreteAnonymous DonorRobert FrazierJBS ConstructionJohn KavanaughJerry MeyerMonty & Marcia RegierSteven Schaaf

WDL Endowment Fund-Schol-arships Daniel Steffensmeier Christina Dunham-WhittedIn Honor of Warren Whitted

Patient Assistance FundJohn BeelJustine BollwittRobert FrazierJerry JohnsenJames LeadabrandNortheast Nebraska Valley Hope AlumniO’Neill Helping Hands in ChapelRussell Schwartz

PARKER, COUnrestrictedGene & Kathleen GoschIn Memory of Warren WatsonRoger & Jeannette Martenson

Patient Assistance FundAspenridge Recovery LLC Carla Vista Sober Living LLCDominion DiagnosticsSusan DukesDr. Gary & Sandy ForrestShane FruthIncite Response, Inc.Mep Engineering, Inc.Mitek Usa, Inc.Andrea PaulkPeaks Recovery CentersDan PetersenStephen & Karma PhillipsJesse SmithDr. Edward Wood Butch Yarnell

Donations Gifts received January 2016-April 2016


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