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Quilt & CraftAuction


Proceeds Benefit the Clients of Metzenbaum Center

Sponsored by Families & Friends of Metzenbaum CenterPhoto by T oihO ,dnalevelC ,yhpargotohP laper

• Over 25 handmade Quilts• Handmade Wreaths, Chests, Amish

Rockers, Gliders, Cabinets, OutdoorFurniture, Childrens' Furniture,Handcrafted Toys and much more!

• Hot Lunch & Refreshments• Cash & Carry Holiday Shop• Free Parking

• Silent Auction• Amish Baked Goods

to benefit the clients of Metzenbaum Center

Auction will be held Rain, Shine or Snow!

Auction takes place at the Metzenbaum Center8200 Cedar Road, Chesterland, Ohio

(South of Rt. 322, west of Rt. 306)

Pancake Breakfast7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Come for the breakfast,

stay for the Auction!

Saturday, Nov.10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Printing by Shetler Printing, Middlefield, Ohio

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METZENBAUM CENTERT h e G e a u g a C o u n t y B o a r d O f D e v e l o p m e n t a l D i s a b i l i t i e s

The Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities mission is to help local individuals with developmental disabilities live, learn and earn in the community. One of its clients, Kristen Schoenwald, has found a successful full-time job in the community as a sales associate at Walmart in Middlefield.

Kristen was hired from Walmart’s general pool of applicants. She made it through the initial application process and then a three-part interview in order to secure her job. Her main responsibilities are to monitor the phone lines and asset protection in the dressing rooms.

Kristen’s supervisor is Jeremy Horne, the store manager of Walmart. He says that she is a wonderful addition to the Walmart team.

“Kristen brings a diversity of thought to her role, she is detail oriented and passionate,” he said. “Her passion for making sure the customer is satisfied is something that I look for in my other employees.”

The best part of her job, Kristen says, is having friends at work.

“I have a few friends here and I love having people to talk to while I work,” she said. “The job can be challenging, because it is corporate America, but I have an occupational coach from the Metzenbaum Center who helps me understand how to be successful. They’ve really helped me out when I’ve needed it.”

The Geauga County Board is committed to finding employment for the individuals we serve by partnering with private providers and local businesses. Several businesses have embraced this idea, including the Weils of Bainbridge, Hamlet Village, Giant Eagle, Pizza Hut, Kuhnle Brothers, White House Chocolates, Bob Evans, Drug Mart, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center and Heinen’s.

If your businesses would like to partner with the board, call 440.729.9406.

Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ Kristen Schoenwald Finds Successful Career at Walmart

BACKGROUNDKRISTEN’S STORY GCBDD’S

COMMITMENT

Fall 2016Live. Learn. Earn.

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Rebekah Klein

PAGE 3Golf Event Recap

Art Show

Upcoming Events

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I have a few friends here and I love having people to talk to while I work. The job can be challenging, because it is corporate America, but I have an occupational coach from the Metzenbaum Center who helps me understand how to be successful. They’ve really helped me out when I’ve needed it.” --- Kristen Schoenwald

All of the people who come in through these sorts of programs are worthwhile employees; they work side-by-side with our other employees doing the same tasks and producing the same output. It is truly rewarding for everyone.”

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Mission Statement: The Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ mission is to help local individuals with developmental disabilities live, learn and earn in the community. The Geauga County Board is committed to finding employment for the individuals we serve by partnering with private providers and local businesses. Several businesses have embraced this idea, thank you to all the participating business that help make this opportunity possible!

Thank you to:Cafe Michaels

Chagrin CinemasCorky and Lenny’s

Endura PlasticsFieldstone Farms

Giant Eagle of ChardonGiant Eagle of Chesterland Giant Eagle of Middlefield

H.F. GroupHabitat for Humanity, Restore

Hamlet VillageHeinens of Chardon

KFC of MiddlefieldKinetico

Kuhnle TruckingMangia Mangia

McDonalds of ChardonNatural Essentials Inc.

P.T. MillworksPanera Bread of Bainbridge

Panera Bread of LyndhurstPet Supplies Plus of Chardon

Piece UniquePizza Hut of Chesterland,

Pizza Hut of MiddlefieldStride Tool, LLC

The WeilsUH Geauga Medical Center

Walmart of ChardonWalmart of Middlefield

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL DISABILITIES EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH!

Make sure to visit our Facebook page:www.facebook.com/Geauga-County-Board-of-Developmental-DisabilitiesThe-Metzenbaum-Center

Rebekah Klein is an incredibly generous girl who is served by the GCBDD! This month, Rebekah donated 10 inches of her hair to create wigs for children who cannot naturally grow hair, either due to genetic conditions or disease. This is the third time Rebekah has donated her hair.

The cut was done by Amanda Rodhe at SiSu Salon. SiSu is located in Shaker Heights. Amanda did not charge Rebekah for cutting her hair because she, too, is passionate about helping people with hair loss. SiSu does all the work to submit the donation and sends the hair to several different charities, including Wigs for Kids, Locks of Love and Pantene Beautiful Lengths. Rebekah has a beautiful new bob, and another child will have a new head of hair that he or she can show off. We are very proud of her!

Rebekah Klein

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Hole Sponsorship:Burton Sheet MetalClemans-Nelson & Associates, Inc.Eddy Fruit FarmMeritechNewbury Tire Co. LLCPlante MoranR&D Heating and Sheet MetalServices For Independent LivingThe Metzenbaum FoundationTodd JacksonZito Insurance Agency

Competition Sponsorship:Pinnacle MarketingMetzenbaum Sheltered IndustriesMedical Mutual

Donations:Behavior Intervention Training ServicesDawn ChemicalGeauga Unibody Auto Body Collision Repair CenterGiant Eagle ChesterlandGolfsmithGuido’s Impact GroupLykins Energy SolutionsMcPhillips Plumbing & HVACMetzenbaum Sheltered Industries Northcoast SignworksScreenvision Vision Service PlanWestern Reserve Office Supply

Lunch SPonsor:Dinner SPonsor:Council #3304

Event SPonsor:

BEVERAGE SPonsor:Hole-In -one:

Don Rice, Superintendent Fogle/Stenzel Architects, Inc.Geauga Unibody Auto Body Collision Repair CenterGottschalk Building Co.H&M Landscaping Inc.Hiram FarmJohnson Controls, Inc.Kolsom Tire Co.Michelle HawthorneMillstone Management GroupOhio State Waterproofing Osbourn Plumbing & Heating Co., IncPrimary SolutionsProactive Behavior Services, LLCRaeArc Industries Inc.Siffrin Employment ServicesTESCO Bus SalesThe Carpet Company & TileThe Frank Agency, IncTim Frank Septic Tank Cleaning Co.V.A. Conkey Company

For Making Our 11th Annual Golf Outing a Success!

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Flag Sponsorship:Arthur ScarsbrookBenjamin Franklin PlumbingBiosolutions, LLCBrace and Brace Consulting, LLCCLWDebord’s One Hour Heating & AC

GCBDD hosted their second annual art show on August 25, 2016. Over 75 people attend the event and almost all the artwork was sold! The show supported artwork that was created through a collaboration of Metzenbaum staff and individuals.

Art Show

We had a great time at our golf outing on June 25! Thank you to everyone who came out and helped us support individuals with developmental disabilities. Also thank you to our many sponsors and volunteers, we couldn’t have done it without you!

Golf Event Recap

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Interactive art class Every Wednesday beginning June 8 For more information, contact Janice Chesnes at [email protected]

BingoJoin us on the second Saturday of every month, 6:30 - 8 p.m

Dance program’s first year anniversary open houseNovember 10, 5 - 6:30 p.m.

FREE community movie nightsOctober 15, 7 - 9:15 p.m. December 3, 7 - 9:15 p.m.

Quilt auctionNovember 5, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Parent ForumDecember 13, 6 p.m.

Join the Metzenbaum Dance ProgramClasses are held every Monday & Thursday 12:30 - 2 p.m. & 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Upcoming Events at Metzenbaum Center

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EMPLOYMENT

• Working in the Community

• Earning Minimum Wage +

• Choosing an Occupation

EDUCATION

• Learning with Peers

• Reaching Everyone’s Full Potential

• Participating in Extra-Curricular Activities

MISSIONHelping people Live, Learn and Earn in our community

VISIONBuilding a caring community where individuals are

Integrated, Accepted and Achieving in:

COMMUNITY LIFE

• Shopping

• Providing Residential Options

• Enjoying Recreation

• Giving Back

Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities8200 Cedar RoadChesterland, OH 44026

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