Over 20 years ago, Hope Haven International Ministries tasked senior Dordt Engineering students with designing a pediatric wheelchair. Out of that research and hard work came the KidChair, a wheelchair model utilized in HHIM wheelchair distributions for more than two decades and still today. At the time of the original design, the model could be assembled and shipped for around $100.

Throughout the years, the KidChair has proved a sturdy and versatile wheelchair for recipients in developing countries. However, helpful critiques were compiled over the years on how to take the design to the next level. That meant incorporating a tilt mechanism, better footrest, and a full computer aided design (CAD) model of the wheelchair.

Two years ago, Hope Haven re-engaged with a new generation

of Dordt Engineering students to see if they were up for the challenge of implementing these design changes. Ben Saarloos, Engineering Instructor / Lab Systems Engineer, presented the project as one of the 63 senior engineering project options for students.

Ultimately, the KidChair project was selected and today, eight students are working on the project. Some of the students involved in the project even traveled to Guatemala last year to see firsthand what a wheelchair distribution is like, and witness the process of custom fitting a recipient based on their individual needs. All of the participating students visited the South Dakota State Penitentiary to meet with inmates and observe the HHIM wheelchair manufacturing process. Both experiences have assisted the students in honing their design.

The goal is to have the wheelchair updates completed by the end of this school year. We are thankful to the Dordt students who have worked on this project – their diligent design will impact the lives of people in need for years to come!

FAITH. COMMUNITY. POSSIBILITIES.

IN THIS ISSUE PLANNED GIVINGUPDATE

COFFEE WITH A COP

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

UPCOMING EVENTS

SPRING HORIZONS 2020

DORDT ENGINEERING STUDENTS UPDATE KIDCHAIR DESIGN

HOPE HAVEN NEWS

Smith, Ptacek and White pose with a prototype of the new KidChair design. Hulstein, Brue, Koomans, Kroese, and Van

Woerden pose with a prototype of the new KidChair design.

Jaren BrueTanner HulsteinCaleb KoomansCaleb KroeseMykaela PtacekLevi SmithDavid Van WoerdenEber White

KIDCHAIR 2020 REDESIGN TEAM

PLANNED GIVING UPDATESix Reasons Why You Might Want a Living Trust

Hope Haven can help get you started in creating your legacy! Interested in learning more about wills or living trusts? Contact Mark Siemonsma at 712.470.0298 or msiemons@hopehaven.org

1. Preserve Privacy A will is a public document everyone can read, whereas a trust is private.

2. Avoid Probate Unlike a trust, a will is subject to probate which can be time consuming and costly.

3. Property Management Unlike a will, a living trust provides for a trustee to manage your property.

4. Asset Protection A trust can be created with provisions to protect your assets from creditors.

5. Capacity Planning A trust enables you to plan in the event you can no longer care for yourself.

6. Dependents A trust allows you to distribute income to

children and care for special needs.

During the recent University of Iowa Winter Games, the Spirit Lake My Day program participated in one of the hosted activities – a Chili Cook-Off! Participants prepared and presented their chili recipe to the crowd for taste testing, and had a fun time doing it!

MY DAY IN SPIRIT LAKE COMPETES IN CHILI COOK-OFF

Due to social distancing guidelines brought about by the recent COVID-19 pandemic, Hope Haven communities have been safely practicing recommended measures and refraining from large group activities. During a time of uncertainty, Community Living and My Day participants were motivated to do something unifying, even though congregating together isn’t an option. That manifested in Hope Haven community members creating some inspirational artwork for home windows, offering some happiness and hope to passersby.

WINDOWS OF HOPE

At the February 11, 2020 “Involve” conference hosted at Northwestern College, Dan DeVries, Hope Haven Religious Services Coordinator, and Rejoice! Community Church’s Kyle Crist shared their, ““Everyone Welcome!!” Really??” presentation. The conference was about “Fully Embracing All Intellectual Abilities.”

DeVries and Crist’s presentation was described as “Like everyone else, people with intellectual or developmental disabilities want to express their spirituality and belong to a community. This workshop gave participants some tools and resources to help them and their faith communities to take the next faithful step towards welcoming and including the gifts of people with disabilities.”

RELIGIOUS SERVICES PRESENTS AT INVOLVE CONFERENCE

“COFFEE WITH A COP” IN STORM LAKEThis February’s “Coffee with a Cop” program in Storm Lake, Iowa, was a memorable experience for one resident at our Faith, Hope & Charity division. Malik, a friend and fan of the Storm Lake Police Department, had recently expressed his interest in becoming a police officer. The Storm Lake PD brought this to life on Monday, February 17, and included him as an honorary police officer in their monthly “Coffee with a Cop” program.

Malik joined police officers in greeting community members at the Storm Lake Bakery, and also assisted in delivering donuts to area businesses. “I enjoyed chatting with the officers. They made me feel good, like I was part of the police department,” comments Malik. “I like to be with other people and help them.”

They made me feel good, like I was a part of the police department.

HOPE HAVENBOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

PresidentRon Boote, Hull, IA

Vice PresidentDr. Kent Eknes, Rock Valley, IA

SecretaryNancy Dorhout, Rock Valley, IA

TreasurerTodd Visser, Rock Valley, IA

Chief Executive OfficerMatt Buley, Rock Valley, IA

MembersRev. Stephen Breen, Orange City, IA

Lyle Ten Haken, Worthington, MN

DIRECTORSHoward Beernink, Sioux Center, IA

Gregg Boone, Sioux Center, IARev. David Heilman, Sioux Falls, SD

Dale Honken, Sibley, IAPaul Janssen, Orange City, IACheryl Lange, Rock Valley, IA

Rev. Harvey Opp, Vermillion, SDMark Zomer, Rock Valley, IA

FOUNDATION BOARDPresident

Joe Van Tol, Rock Valley, IA

Vice PresidentMatt Buley, Rock Valley, IA

SecretaryElwyn Hoogendoorn, George, IA

TreasurerOrvin Olivier, Sioux Falls, SD

Board MembersHoward Beernink, Sioux Center, IA

Gregg Boone, Sioux Center, IABuzz Paterson, Storm Lake, IA Brent Plender, Orange City, IA

Brenda Postma, Rock Valley, IA Cindy Van Regenmorter, Sioux Center, IA

John Van Zanten, Rock Valley, IA

First Reformed Church – Rock Rapids Harold KixClaude Van Driel Verna Van DrielMr. & Mrs. Clinton Van Roekel Marcella LangstraatHope Reformed Church-George Marcella LangstraatMark Woitalewicz Sarah WoitalewiczBenita Postema Andy & Wilmina Van DykKirsten Vaselaar Charles VaselaarMr. & Mrs. Stanley Green Owen & Clarlyn GreenCheryl Plender Dwayne PlenderMr. & Mrs. Gervin Bonnema William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. Les Burggraaf William BurggraafMrs. Geneva Burggraaf William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. Harlan Burggraaf William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. Donald De Jager William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. Kevin Engbers William BurggraafDr. Barbara Top William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. Robert Vanden Top William BurggraafMr. & Mrs. David Kramer Ken ThorsonMr. & Mrs. Jeff Reuter Mary Ann EwoldtMr. & Mrs. Ray Ripperda Kim Gacke

UPCOMING EVENTSANNUAL FISHING BENEFIT

Lake Francis Case | Pickstown, SD It’s back! Don’t miss your chance for a family fun day of fishing. There will be weigh-in prizes, a pork loin supper and an entry gift. Children under 16 are free.

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Spring Vol. 44 Issue 1

HOPE HAVEN MEMORIAL

Mr. & Mrs. Ray Ripperda Emma LucasMr. & Mrs. Delano Hinsch Marvin BoonHomestead Coop of Hull Marvin BoonMr. & Mrs. Bob Walhof Marvin BoonFamily & Friends Marvin BoonDonna King Sara Van De BrakeSara Kolb Bernice Sutton KolbJanice Magnus Clara Goslinga Van GelderSallie Carlisle Bob HesseMr. & Mrs. Tom Beckendorf Elaine RezacPella Foundation Howard ThomasAnonymous Howard ThomasWilmina Dekkers Jeanette DaviesMr. & Mrs. Robert Dykstra Joan PuntMr. & Mrs. Vernon De Jongh Joan PuntMr. & Mrs. Virgil Venenga Pete SmitMr. & Mrs. Virgil Venenga Mayme Smith KilkerMr. & Mrs. Duane Walhof Harvey SasMr. & Mrs. Mark Siemonsma Gertrude IntveldBill & Beverly Kennedy Pat Wingen

Memorial Gifts to Hope Haven honor the lives of relatives, friends, or associates by enhancing the future for people with disabilities. Such lasting tributes also affirm the donor’s love for the Lord and provide a legacy that supports the practical work of God’s Kingdom. These gifts will provide for special needs among clients. Hope Haven’s “Book of Remembrance” provides an attractive, permanent record of all memorials.

(As of 2-29-20)

In loving memory of Sidney Steck: Central Bank – Storm Lake, Mr. & Mrs. Joel Kragt, Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Scharff, Allen Foos, Mr. & Mrs. James Brainerd, Betty Dierson, Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Janson, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Noble, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Seiler, Mr. & Mrs. Clair Thompson, Susan Vaudt, Mr. & Mrs. Albert White, Mr. & Mrs. Roy Beukelman, Rose Blair, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Dawson, Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Faine, Mr. & Mrs. Duane Gerlach, Mr. & Mrs. James Haahr, Jill Kinton Lohff, Mr. & Mrs. Dee Lewis, Margaret Redenbaugh, Dr. & Mrs. Allen Samuelson, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Smith, Kelli Steck, Mr. & Mrs. James Tate, Marge Willadsen

ANNUAL GOLF BENEFITDakota Dunes Country Club | SD Join us at a new, exclusive course for the 30th anniversary of this event. The registration fee of $150 per golfer includes 18 holes of golf with cart, grilled lunch, prizes, post-game appetizers and entry gift. Space is limited to 144 golfers.

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IOWA GREAT LAKES AUCTION BENEFITMajestic Pavilion | Arnolds Park, IA The event will include a live and silent auction along with wine and beer tastings from local breweries, appetizers and other refreshments. All attendees will receive their choice of commemorative beer or wine glass.

JUNE

10GOSPEL MUSIC IN THE PARK

Cental Park | Sioux Center, IA Mark your calendar for this two-day festival, featuring groups and soloists performing gospel music. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the sunshine and music.

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hope Haven fundraising events are currently subject to possible postponement. Please visit hopehaven.org/events to stay up to date on all of our events.