Heart Beats Newsletter, Oct 2013

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BEATS OCTOBER 2013

18th Annual

Cup O’Cheer Homes Tour The 18th Annual Cup O’ Cheer Homes Tour, presented by the Taylor-Martin Family of Companies and Victory Trade School, will be held November 22, 2013 from 10 AM – 7:30 PM. Participants will tour six of the areas’s most beautiful homes decorated for the holidays.

The first 1,200 guests to purchase a ticket will receive a commemorative Cup O’Cheer china teacup and saucer, designed by the team at BridgeBlue Sourcing Partners. Proceeds from the event benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ozarks. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $25 each at the following locations: Ronald McDonald Houses (near Cox South and at Mercy), Gifts from the Heart, Wickman’s Garden Village, Obelisk Home, Gambles Gift Gallery, Countryside Cottage, Fleur Interior Architecture and James Décor. On the day of the tour, tickets will only be sold at the Ronald McDonald House near Cox South, if available.

The event features an open-house format, so guests may tour the featured homes in any order during the hours of 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM. A silent auction featuring fine furnishings and one-of-a-kind pieces from the Taylor-Martin Family of Companies will be held at the House near Cox South to raise additional support for the organization. The auction will be open to the public. In addition, Obelisk Home is offering four $250 gift cards for a special drawing. The raffle tickets cost $2 each or $5 for three, $10 for seven, or $20 for 15 tickets. A holiday tea featuring elegant desserts prepared

by Victory Trade School will be held at the Ronald McDonald House near Cox South.

Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks

Front Porch and Entryway Décor by Kim Hardin Family Room Furnishings by Obelisk Home Dining Room Christmas Décor by Dillard’s Department Store Dining Room China Cabinet Décor by Gamble’s Gift Gallery Dining Room Fresh Floral by The Flower Merchant Bedroom Décor by Dillard’s Department Store, James Décor and Jane Paul of Interior Fashions.

The Wood Home Neal & Kim Wood East Springfield Designed and Built by Neal & Kim Wood Holiday Décor by Fleur Interior Architecture

Volunteers are still needed! You can sign up to volunteer by contacting Laura Haney at 417-875-3501 or emailing her at Laura.Haney@ RMHCozarks.org.

The Marsh Home

West Rogersville Original Décor by Beth Marsh Holiday Décor by Beth Marsh

The Kern Home Ray & Judi Kern Highland Springs Interior Décor by Ray & Judi Kern Holiday Décor by Ray & Judi Kern

Jessen Home Dan & Mollie Jessen

Original Décor by Dan & Mollie Jessen Holiday Décor by Dan & Mollie Jessen

Dr. Nancy O’Reilly

On private gated property in West Rogersville Original Décor by Patti Johnson Holiday Décor by Wickman’s Garden Village

From The

Staff

Welcome, New Volunteers to the Houses Michaela Harris Karis Jaramillo Chandler Saner Ashleigh Spalding Mikaela Smith Amy Sutton Katie Tohill Danielle Wolford

Trick or Treat

Witches, ghosts, and goblins.

Stealing down the street, Knock on every door way, Trick or treat!

When your door is opened, This is what you meet, Scary creatures shouting, Trick or treat!

Heart of the House HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH Lori Aduddell Merideth Aduddell Miles Aduddell Scott Aduddell Karis Agnew Johnny Anderson Abby Baudendistel Oana Bozek Martha Brooks Ashton Canfield Jacinda Canfield Phillip Canfield Vivian Carissimo Evelyn Close Heather Cottle-Dillon Audrey Dlabach Jan Dooly Judy Duncan Bill Duplisse Nancy Duplisse Susan Englert Meg Erickson Judith Garson

Becky Gillham Sharon Gillham Shawn Gott Amanda Grassi Amy Grubaugh Tyler Hamilton Darren Harrelson Laura Harrelson Mackenzie Harrelson Cindy Harris Kathy Jenkins Paula Johns Jim Jones Clayton Keller Crosby Keller Betty Kniep Julia Kovacs Marion Kraemer Wing Lam Debbie Lane Caroline Langley Betty Laytham Gene Laytham

Cheri Ledesma Sandra McNeive Eileen Meinsen Larry Meinsen Ashley Miller Sandy Morris Nathan Nelson Christian Nguyen Dani Peterson Kay Prost Linda Regan Cliff Ricketts Jan Ricketts Catherine Rucker George Schlick Joan Schroeder Anne Schubert Sue Sloan Debbie Slocum Randy Slocum T.J Slocum Mary Smith Ashleigh Spalding

Kara Speights Kim Stagner Brianna Steiert Della Stewart Pat Stevenson Brandon Taylor Karen Taylor Kelsey Taylor Kristina Taylor Rich Taylor Katie Tohill Sondra Uzzell Tristen Uzzell Yvonne Webb DeeLee Webster Abigail Weitzel Joanna Weitzel Scott Weitzel Sara Westbrooks Bill Whitworth Danielle Wolford

HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Kayley Barnes Sister Richard Mary Burke Angela Dearing Sandy Emberton Laurie Feick Debby Freiman Terry Greer Ann Griesemer Sarah Gutzke

Chuck Guy Connie Guy Michaela Harris Brenda Havens Kim Haynes Carri Hummer Jessi Hummer Karis Jaramillo Rosemary Jiang Mackenzie Kurth

Angel Le Barbara McBride Larry McBride Rebekah Mitts Megan Mize Pooja Patel Marc Propst Karla Reed Lauren Routh Chandler Saner

Amanda Schudy Lydia Smith Mikaela Smith Amy Sullinger Serenity Sullinger Amy Sutton Tammy Taylor David Vong Debbie Williams

RMHC Staff Heart Beats is published monthly for volunteers of Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Ozarks and The Tooth Truck, Inc. Editor: Staci Holland The following trademarks used herein are owned by McDonald’s Corporation and its affiliates: McDonald’s, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Ronald McDonald House Charities logo, Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald House logo, Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, RMHC. The Tooth Truck name and logo are owned by The Tooth Truck, Inc.

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President & CEO Bonnie Keller House Program Director Staci Holland Tooth Truck Program Director Mindy Muñoz Assistant to the President Debbie Kinser Development Assistant Kim Booth Communications Assistant Karen Doman Administrative Assistant Adrianne Forster

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH House Manager Donnetta Ghys Associate House Manager Laura Haney Assistant House Managers Brittany Gamble Morgan Jensen Angela Hammond Brent Stock Sheridan Thurman Randi Villines

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL House Manager Alexis Rainwater Assistant House Managers Amber Campbell Amy Crawford Hannah Major Jill Stout Danielle Walcher

HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH

Volunteer Spotlight Ashton Canfield

October Birthdays October 3 Pat Stevenson

Ashton Canfield became involved with Ronald McDonald House “sort of as a chain reaction,” he says. Ashton’s mother and current Assistant Manager at the House near Cox South, Jacinda Canfield, was the first to volunteer, followed by Ashton’s older brother, Philip. “Then I started.

Hopefully my dad will start volunteering soon too!”

When asked why he continues to volunteer with RMHC, Ashton says, “The joy of seeing families’ happy faces. Also, it’s a good way to give back to the community.” Giving back is something Ashton is already very good at, as he organized a school-wide pop tab donation throughout Price Elementary School, which you may have seen in the September issue, and he is now organizing the drive at Republic Middle School. We’re happy to have Ashton’s smiling face and helping hands around the House every week!

October 17 Betty Laytham October 20 Jessi Hummer October 21 Jan Dooly October 24 Judy Duncan

Meet Hannah Major

Assistant Manager at the House inside Mercy Children’s Hospital!

Hannah is an Ozarks native and is currently attending Missouri State University earning her degree as a Technical and Professional Writing Major. She hopes to focus her career pursuits in grant writing for nonprofit organizations and freelance writing.

October 27 Oana Bozek October 29 Connie Guy

Growing up in the Ozarks, she has a “natural” affinity for hiking, floating and camping. She also enjoys reading essays with a cup of tea in her spare time. She has a friendly 7-year-old German Shepherd/Collie mix and a 4-year-old Cocker Spaniel; the former shares her love of camping while the latter would prefer to cuddle up next to her during essay and tea time.

Hannah says, “I found a home at RMH as a result of my passion for nonprofit organizations combined with a discovery that the workplace has the potential to be a source of enjoyment. A close friend loved her position at RMH and had recommended that I look into work opportunities here. The very home-like feeling of the House, working with some amazing volunteers, and meeting some exceedingly strong families have been my favorite parts of being at the Ronald McDonald House. I look forward to more time spent here”.

September Dinner Groups RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH Aubrey Good & Family Battlefield UMC Crighton Olive Dunn Surgical Group Drury University Pre-Health Professions Club Evergreen Baptist Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano Geisler Family Gina McClanahan Glendale Christian Church Hillcrest Presbyterian

Home Depot JCLDS Joanna Weitzel & Family Joy Sleep & Family Just Friends Kohl’s A-Team Knights of Columbus, Ozark Knights Templar Nixa Nazarene Ladies Republic Rainbow Girls Second Baptist Church

SRC Sue Keller & Family Sunset Church of Christ Team Haney The Girlfriends Union Hill Church of Christ Walmart of Nixa Wood Family Available October Dinner Dates 4, 11, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 31

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Ash Grove United Methodist Presbyterian Church Betsy’s Precious Pals Mike and Bette Bonjour Clever United Methodist Church Mychelle Eckles The Eldred Family Faith Baptist Church Famous Dave’s Bill and Brenda Havens

Soha Kahn Mercy Corporate Health and Wellness Mercy Imaging Department Mercy Marian Center McDonald’s Republic Crew Louise Morgan Nellie’s Catwalk for Kids New Life Church Small Group Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Sunshine Church of Christ

Springfield Catholic School Teri Poindexter Turning Point Church Union Hill Church of Christ-Youth Wellington Hills Friends Available October Dinner Dates: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 16, 24, 26

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Fun RMHC Facts Did you know???

There are 329 Ronald McDonald Houses in 32 countries and regions around the world (175 in US).

Around the House

There are 192 Ronald McDonald Family Rooms in 22 countries and regions around the world (106 in US).

There are 50 Ronald McDonald Care Mobiles operating in 9 countries and regions.

Wish List HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL HE Laundry detergent Swiffer liquid Coffee filters Coffee & tea Magic Erasers Labels for food Drink mixes Hygiene products Gallon-size Ziploc bags Laundry baskets

HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH

8-gallon trash bags Laundry baskets Individually wrapped breakfast items White king sheets (fitted and flat) White standard-size pillowcases White bath & hand towels White wash cloths Detergent Stamps 8 1/2 x 11 Paper

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Pictured: Gracie Anderson, Cassie Chadwell, Claire Felker, Grayci Keeling, Nevaeh Matlock, Maya Mercado, Payton Nix, Molly Perkins, Kylee Sheppard, Kathryn Tuel, Nancy Tuel, Susannah Tuel, Breanna Vandiver, Kelsey Watson

Gracie Anderson’s Birthday

A “Happy 10th Birthday” to Gracie Anderson was a happy celebration for the Ronald McDonald House as well! This sweet little girl rang in double-digits by giving back. And who better to celebrate with than your friends? Instead of receiving birthday presents this year, Gracie asked her friends and family to give her money so it could be donated to the Ronald McDonald House. We graciously accepted her kind donation of $200.00. Happy Birthday, Gracie! Another year older, and another year wiser indeed!

Volunteer Appreciation Outing at Rutledge Wilson Farm Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Volunteer Appreciation Outing at Rutledge Wilson Farm – Friday, October 18th, 6pm-8pm. Bring a guest, your appetite and your favorite campfire story! Please RSVP with Laura Haney by emailing Laura.Haney@RMHCozarks.org or calling 417-875-3501.

MRS. C’S RECIPES Pork Tenderloin Supreme 2 ½ lbs pork tenderloin 1 can tomato soup 1 pkg. onion soup mix 2 tbsp. worcestershire sauce

Place tenderloin in center of a large sheet of foil. Mix remaining ingredients and spread over meat. Seal securely in foil. Place in shallow pan and bake 2 hours at 325 degrees.

Cut meat into 12 one-inch slices. Pour gravy over slices of meat.

Serve and enjoy!

Enjoy wonderful recipes provided

by Mrs. Vivian Carissimo, also known as Mrs. C.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH

Family Dinner Spotlight Knights of Columbus, Ozark Charlie Iglio, along with the Knights of Columbus, Ozark 10200, provides meals at the House near Cox every 3rd Monday of the month and for special occasions at both Ronald McDonald Houses.

They love sharing their talents in this special way and have many connections with RMHC! Learn more about Knights of Columbus and their involvement in our Family Dinner Program.

When did you start providing meals for families at the Ronald McDonald House?

We started providing meals about 8 years ago.

How did you hear about/get involved with the Family Dinner Program?

Anthony Saitta, a former volunteer; Bill & Nancy Duplisse, and Louis Morralas

Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks What is your favorite thing about participating in the Family Dinner Program?

Meeting and talking to different families; seeing the families enjoy a good meal and relaxing; and taking the pressure off of the families by trying to make them feel at home with a good homecooked meal.

Do you have any favorite memories?

The meal we provided at Christmas was very special.

We had a group of musicians and singers who sang Christmas songs and the families joined in with the group. It was a joyful moment for everyone.

We are also honored to be the first group to cook dinner for families and children at the House at Mercy Children’s Hospital on November 30, 2012!

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Family Dinner Spotlight Faith Baptist Church

Faith Baptist Church that provide a monthly dinner at the House.

Do you have a favorite memory of volunteering with the Family Dinner Program?

We really enjoyed getting to meet the families and know that even if just for a night, we could help.

What has been your favorite meal to prepare?

Chinese! We try to keep a theme for every dinner.

Pictured from L to R: Kristi Ashburn, Linda Shamel, John Shamel, Tim Coyne, Sean Smith, Jayden Ross, Denise Richardson, and Curtis Richardson

Linda Shamel with Faith Baptist Church provides meals at the House at Mercy Children’s Hospital every 2nd Sunday of the month.

When did you start providing meals for families at the Ronald McDonald House?

The group started providing meals in March 2013.

How did you hear about/get involved with the Family Dinner Program?

The Coyne Family, who attend Faith Baptist Church, had a son born at 32 weeks. During Gabriel’s hospitalization, the family stayed at the House near Cox South and realized the importance of the Family Dinner Program. The Coyne family are now members of the group from

Do you have any suggestions for other groups who want to volunteer with the Family Dinner Program?

We suggest bringing home-cooked meals and trying not to bring the same thing every time. Also, we believe it would truly be a blessing for groups to commit to serving once or twice a month. It has created so many memories for us!

HOUSE NEAR COX SOUTH STATS August 2013 Families Served........43 Nights................... 250 Families from Missouri..................34 Families from Other states...............9 Year-to-Date Families Served................... 226 Program-to-Date Families Served... 8,388

HOUSE AT MERCY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL STATS August 2013 Families Served........44 Nights................... 279 Day Use Visits.........28 Families from Missouri.................. 41 Families from Other States...............3 Year-to-Date Families Served................... 272 Program-to-Date Families Served...... 313

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Heart of the Truck Megan Blake Chelsea Carroll Sarah Hansen Brenda Havens Linda Heslin Taylor Klingenberg Kayla Maples Connie McCarter McKenzie Swan Clayton Schwinke

Tooth Talk

Volunteering on the Tooth Truck By: Clayton Schwinke This month we would like to share what volunteering on the Tooth Truck has meant to one of our awesome volunteers, Clayton Schwinke. His experience educating our young patients is helping to prepare him for his future career in dentistry!

I started my experience with the program in the beginning of 2013 and I absolutely love volunteering for the Tooth Truck.

I have found that it is not like most volunteering experiences because I can see an immediate impact the Tooth Truck is having on local elementary school children here in Springfield. I am currently a junior at Missouri State University and interested in a career in dentistry. Being a volunteer with the Tooth Truck, I am able to see a side of dentistry that most students do not have the opportunity to see; providing children access to free and complete dental care. From start to finish, the children’s treatment is totally free to families who really need it.

Clayton prepares to walk a Tooth Truck patient back to class after completing a successful dental appointment.

I have the chance to talk and interact with most of the kids that come onto the Tooth Truck and I can see how much of a difference a nice, healthy smile can have on a kid’s life. Another thing that makes the Tooth Truck such an awesome place to volunteer is the entire staff. Dr. Sarah (our full-time dentist) has always done an amazing job with all the kids that come on board. She does a great job answering any questions

I have about dentistry. Kim, Kristi, and Megan (our Dental Assistants) have always made being on the Truck fun. Abby and Mindy help run everything that goes on daily and behind the scenes of the Tooth Truck and I am so grateful to be a part of the Tooth Truck family.

FIT TIP OF THE MONTH

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Small changes you make to your everyday routine can make a big difference. Change things like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, packing a lunch instead of buying, adding 10 minutes of cardio to your day, walking during your lunch, or doing abdominal exercises while watching TV. Small changes are easy to do and soon they’ll become something you won’t even have to think about.

Ms. Catherine Rucker

Welcome New Volunteer, Gina!

The Tooth Truck welcomed Gina Wyland to its volunteer program in September. She is passionate about dentistry and working hard in her final year at MSU as she prepares for dental school. As the oldest of five kids in her family, Gina has a natural ability for connecting with children and putting them at ease. Her smile will light up the Tooth Truck every Tuesday afternoon. We are so excited to have you on board the Tooth Truck, Gina!

Tooth Truck Wish List Children’s DVDs Super Hero Themed Toys Toy Cars McDonald’s Toys

Small Stuffed Animals Small Footballs, Baseballs, etc.

Coloring Books Hair Accessories

Ronald McDonald Care Mobile of the Ozarks August 2013 Children Treated.... 185 Dental Appointments Provided................311 Year-to-Date Dental Appointments......2,071 Program-to-Date Dental Appointments.... 37,833 Program-to-Date Value of Treatments..... $8,752,971

Children Who Received Treatment: Bowerman Elementary Boys & Girls Town DaySpring School Halltown Community Event Pipkin Middle School Reed Middle School Victory Mission Community Event

STAFF Program Director Mindy Muñoz General Dentist Dr. Sarah Cimino Klaytin was a star patient on the Tooth Truck!

He visited the Tooth Truck multiple times in order to complete all of his dental treatment needs! Dental Assistants Megan Lambert, Kim Otradovec, and Dr. Sarah gather to celebrate his final appointment.”

Temporary Dentists Dr. Bill Brell Pediatric Dentist Dr. Aaron Dannegger Dr. Tom Hoff President & CEO Bonnie Keller Office Manager Abby Newman Dental Assistants Megan Lambert Kim Otradovec

Our Tooth Truck patient Chris was extremely excited about getting his teeth cleaned! At one point, he placed his patient napkin on top of his head and gave us a thumbs-up! He is a fun and silly kindergartener that had the staff laughing throughout his appointment!”

Part-Time Dental Assistant Kristi Terry

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Presley’s Country Jubilee Onstage in Fantastic Caverns The show will be a signature Presleys’ evening of family fun with a blend of country, gospel and bluegrass music and comedy with a talented cast of 18 entertainers, seven of whom are members of the Presley family. “It also will be a kind of homecoming,” said Gary Presley, better known to Presley’s audiences as the comedian Herkimer. He performed with his family at Fantastic Caverns in the 1960s. He also worked as a cave guide when he was 16. “Fantastic Caverns holds a lot of memories,” he said.

1967. Before that, the Presleys played for audiences at Fantastic Caverns. With family patriarch Lloyd Presley, they performed regularly at the cave from 1962 to 1966 on a radio program called “Farmarama.”

Presley’s Country Jubilee has been a mainstay on Branson’s 76 Country Music Boulevard since before the road was even called that. The Presleys opened their theater – billed as the first show on the Branson Strip – in

This will not be the first fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House at Fantastic Caverns. In fact, the cave hosted an event called “Ronald McDonald’s Enchanted Caverns,” a fundraiser with a Halloween theme in 1987 before

Photos from the “Farmarama” Event held half a century ago. our first House opened in 1988.

We are thrilled Fantastic Caverns and Presley’s Country Jubilee are partnering for this fun family event!

We hope you’ll consider volunteering as an usher or helping with hospitality and concessions. Contact Laura Haney at 417-875-3501 or laura. haney@RMHCozarks.org for more information.

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED 949 E. Primrose Street Springfield, Missouri 65807-5257

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Branson’s First Family of Entertainment, the Presley’s, will return to a venue where they performed half a century ago when they present “Presley’s Country Jubilee Onstage in Fantastic Caverns.” The show will be held on November 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Fantastic Caverns’ Auditorium Room, a natural underground theater that over the years has hosted events ranging from country music shows to live opera and symphony performances.

One-hundred percent of the ticket price will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ozarks. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children age 2-12 and can be purchased at www.presleys. com or by calling 800-335-4874.

The event will be televised on the national cable/satellite networks RFD-TV and Family Net.