Family ComesFirst at LambLike all families, each LambFoundation household thriveson its members’ uniquetraits, talents, abilities anddisabilities. Together, eachhousehold encourages thegrowth and success of eachmember, in the least restric-tive environment possible.

The Lamb Foundation provides supportive housingfor 150 adults with mental,physical and developmentaldisabilities in MontgomeryCounty’s North Penn commu-nity. Lamb Foundation livingarrangements include morethan 40 fully furnishedapartments, studios, twinand single homes. Many ofthe Victorian, Colonial andFederal style homes arelocated on the Main Streetsof North Wales, Lansdaleand West Point, PA.

Through the Foundation’sefforts and beliefs of personalempowerment, independ-ence and nurturing, LambFoundation residents formtrusted relationships, enjoylearning and work experi-ences, pursue recreationalopportunities and life beyonddomestic borders, and areencouraged to explore personal and spiritual desiresand commitments.

Ewes News114 North Main StreetNorth Wales Pennsylvania 19454Phone: 215-699-5600Fax: 215-661-8825Email: info@lambfoundationpa.org

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Sweet Repeats is a great place to find the perfectend table for your living room, linens for tables,bed and bath, kitchen accoutrements and cookbooks, seasonal and vintage clothing, costumesand unique jewelry. Parents with growing childrenlove Sweet Repeats’ Kids Clothes section, wherethey can dress their children from head to toe forabout $2. Schools, churches and theatre groupslove Sweet Repeats for inexpensive props andcostumes for school projects, dramas, plays,theatres and demonstrations at throw away prices.

Sweet Repeats is conveniently located withpull up and drop off accommodations and awarehouse with a loading dock.

Whether you’re donating or shopping at SweetRepeats, you are giving back to the community.

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Ewes NewsSPRING 2004

Eye on EweIn each newsletter, we’ll introduce you to one staff member and one resident each ofwhom helps make Lamb a unique, supportive family.

Tom Sittler Focuses on Inner StrengthFor the past year, Lamb TransportationCoordinator and House Supervisor TomSittler has spent nearly every waking —and sleeping — moment providing support for Lamb residents. “I like toserve these people; I consider them myfamily. I get satisfaction from doing theLord’s work,” he says.

The father of four children, Tom hasfive grandchildren and two great-grand-children — in addition to his Lambfamily. At Lamb, he drives people onerrands and doctor’s visits and provideshome supervision as a housefather to asmall group of Lamb residents, keepingtheir supplies stocked, providing supportas needed, and remaining on hand incase of emergencies.

Tom served in the United States Navybetween 1956 and 1960, when he graduated as a second class petty officer.As an aviation electronic technician, heoperated and maintained radar and surveillance equipment, which helpedto lay the groundwork for his affinity

for computers today. Now, Lamb staff members benefit from his computer savvy,and often open their email inboxes to find cheerful thoughts from Tom.

In his rare free time, Tom writes poetry. His poem, Where the Strength Lies,reflects what many of us discover: “It reminds people that actual strength is notphysical, but it’s what’s inside that counts,” he says.

Steven Santa Maria Keeps Chivalry AliveLamb resident Steven Santa Maria has been dating the same lady for 40 years. Whenasked when they will marry, he replies, “We’re not ready yet!”

Ever a gentleman, Steven keeps chivalry and service alive, sweeping the frontporch at Sweet Repeats daily, assisting Lamb voters on election days, driving friendsto doctors’ visits, and volunteering at the North Penn Volunteer Fire Company inNorth Wales.

Throughout each day, he presents himself with forthright confidence, stays up-to-date on everyone’s news, holds doors for friends, and makes people laughwith a joke or his penchant for abbreviations. At the end of the week, he can oftenbe heard to say he is looking forward to his “P.C.,” or paycheck!

“The Governor,” as he is affectionately called, attended a private school inMassachusetts, where he nurtured a second-nature gentlemanly grace that continuesto make others feel at ease at Lamb today.

When you shop at Sweet Repeats Thrift Shop, you’ll findgreat bargains and help fund Lamb’s residential programs.

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Always Something to Do at Lamb!The Lamb Foundation activities calendar fills quickly each month, when Lamb Cabinetand Lamb Council, comprised of residents and staff, come up with activities, fieldtrips, and worship opportunities for every day of the week. “This way, residents get togo out and enjoy everyday life in the community,” says Jenn Smith, house supervisor.

Participation in any of these activities is voluntary, and employees also are encour-aged to include residents in their own hobbies. Here’s a closer look at some of theactivities available to residents:

• Sunday Worship and Weekday Bible Studies. Lamb residents lift their voices in prayer and song with other members of the Family Worship Center inTowamencin Township. Throughout the week, residents have several options forBible Study in groups for young women, men, and older women. Recent bookselections include And the Bride Wore White, by Dannah Gresh and Bad Girls ofthe Bible and What We Can Learn from Them, by Liz Curtis Higgs.

• Lamb Singers. Chorus members, led by WilliamShurley, learn seasonal andholiday songs and practiceeach week for performancesthat entertain their Lamb peers.

• Volunteering at SweetRepeats. Lamb residents mayvolunteer at Sweet Repeats onMondays, helping to prepareitems for sale, create merchan-dising displays, tidy up, andcatch up over a satisfying day of work and a specialvolunteer lunch.

Sweet Repeats Benefits Residents, Community and Beyond(continued from page 1)

Residents may manage their own days and daily decision-making at Lamb Foundationwith the help of staff members who are available to all residents 24 hours per day.Lamb staff is available to help in a variety of ways, including but not limited to:

• Cleaning, organizing and decorating the homes• Preparation and planning of meals• Scheduling and arranging transportation for personal appointments• Facilitating resident relationships with doctors, pharmacies,

government agencies, employers and churches/synagogues• Encouraging residents to seek employment, recreational, personal, and

religious experiences and opportunities

The Lamb Foundation is not a governmental, institutional, clinical or medicalfacility. When residents require support that exceeds Lamb Foundation services, theadministration and staff will assist in connecting them with the appropriate professionalsor programs available in Montgomery County.

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Fully 100 percent of all sales go into Lamb Foundation’s general fund to support theorganization’s housing programs.

Spring cleaning?As you clear out your clutter this spring, please consider donating your used clothing,furniture, bric-a-brac, and household items to Sweet Repeats.

Sweet Repeats is conveniently located with pull up and drop off accommodations anda warehouse with a loading dock. Or, The Lamb Foundation will pick up large, clean,usable items you would like to contribute. Lamb Foundation has a large 20-foot truckand able-bodied workers that can pick up your donations within a week of your call.

Whether you’re donating to or shopping at Sweet Repeats, you are giving back to thecommunity. Fully 100 percent of all sales go into Lamb Foundation’s general fund tosupport the organization’s housing programs. Call 215-699-5600; and ask for Marianne.All donations are tax deductible, and a receipt will be provided for your records.

What to give The Lamb Foundation welcomes donations of any kind — food, clothing, volunteertime or financial. Think of us when your summer garden is brimming with excess,your children outgrow their good, usable clothing, when you are downsizing, and ifyour associations or affiliations are looking for a service project or local charity toassist. Lamb Foundation can also be a wonderful option for student volunteer projects.

Location: 115 South Main Street, North Wales, PA 19454 • Phone: 215-661-8800Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, we honor the Sabbath

Residents love to help Lamb Staff members load recyclables fromSweet Repeats for recycling centers in Philadelphia.

• Bingo and the Movies.Lamb afternoons andevenings may include aBingo night, or movieswith pizza, where thefilm bill often includesA&E documentaries.

• Swimming at the Y.Active-minded residentsdip in for the YMCA’sAdapted Swim hour onTuesdays and Thursdays.The YMCA offers scholar-ships to individuals withspecial needs.

• To the Mall or DollarStore. Shopping tripsoccur throughout the week, when staff members take turns chaperoning field tripsto the mall, the area dollar stores, the movies, and other places where residentswant to visit or shop.

• Salon Day. Residents enjoy haircuts, manicures and pedicures on scheduled days.

• Staff Focus Meetings. To keep focus on the individual needs of 150 residents,Lamb employees gather Wednesday mornings, when they discuss ways to applyJudeo-Christian principles to their daily work.

• At the Astor. The Astor Diner in Upper Gwynedd is a favorite spot for Lamb familyFriday breakfasts. If it’s not the Astor, everyone can count on coffee and doughnutsat Lamb offices Friday mornings.

For a copy of the current month’s Lamb calendar of activities, please give us a call!

Although his family connections extend to Cuba,(his parents owned a sugar plantation there),and he spent some of his formative years inMassachusetts, Steven holds fast to his love forthe Philadelphia region — especially its volunteerfire departments.

Steven’s two sisters chose to bring him to Lambbecause they were impressed with the range ofactivities that would be available to him. Whilehe enjoys the occasional Lamb Dance or BingoNight, Steven also appreciates the support thatLamb provides when he wants to pursue his owninterests, from his job packaging materials forTimberlane Woodcrafters, to visiting his sister orfriends in the Chestnut Hill area.

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Lamb Foundation DancesSix times a year, the Lamb Foundation sponsorsdances for residents and members of other serviceprovider agencies. Deejay “Luke the Duke ofSound” spins the tunes, while Lamb provides

refreshments.Lamb Dancesthis year are set for:

• April 15• June 17• August 19

(outdoor picnic)

• October 28• December 16

Clothing and Household Donations Drop-off: Sweet Repeats, 115 South MainStreet, North Wales, PA 215-661-8800.

Food and Furniture Donations: Call 215-699-5600 or email MarianneMessina@lambfoundationpa.org for pickup or delivery.

Financial Donations or Volunteer Opportunities: Please call Donna Mengel at216-699-5600 or email DonnaMengel@lambfoundationpa.org.

Please note: If you give to Lamb, we will not sell or give away your name or contact information.

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