The Dayton Weekly News - Vol. 29, Issue 34

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Names New Artistic Director Brandon Ragland Administrator, Dancer, Choreographer, and Educator

After an extensive international search guided by Arts Consulting Group, the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA) introduced the next Ballet Artistic Director, Brandon Ragland, at a press conference held today from the lobby of the historic Victoria Theatre. With more than 15 years as a ballet professional, Ragland comes to Dayton from the Louisville Ballet, where he was a principal dancer, managed the Louisville Ballet School’s pre-professional program, and served as resident choreographer. Ragland begins his role on August 1, 2023.

“It is my pleasure to announce Brandon Ragland as the next Artistic Director for Dayton Ballet,” says Patrick Nugent, President and CEO of DPAA. “Brandon brings an immense amount of talent and experience to the Ballet and the Ballet School. With his experience and gifts, he will lead the Dayton Ballet to great heights. His experience

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with and commitment to teaching and mentoring dance students, from beginners to pre-professionals, will be invaluable to continuing the growth of Dayton Ballet School. Additionally, Brandon will be a valuable addition to DPAA’s Artistic Leadership Team. We could not be happier with the Committee’s recommendation.”

“I am thrilled to join the

Artistic team of DPAA as the Artistic Director of Dayton Ballet,” says Brandon Ragland. “Dayton Ballet has a strong and rich history within the Dayton community, and I look forward to building on its foundation and ushering Dayton Ballet into a new era. My passion for this art form, along with my dedication to dance education, will

Black Barber From Ohio Goes

Viral for Giving Free Haircuts on the Streets to People in Need

continue to move Dayton Ballet and Dayton Ballet School forward. I am excited about immersing myself in the Dayton arts community and building relationships with other arts organizations.”

Known for his skilled choreography and discipline, Ragland began his ballet studies at the Alabama School of Fine Arts. After graduating from Butler University with a B.S. in Dance-Arts Administration, he joined the Alabama Ballet, and later the Louisville Ballet, where he became a principal dancer. He is the resident choreographer for the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble. Most recently, Ragland created a one-act ballet for the Louisville Ballet School, Cinderella’s Ball. He also serves as the Pre-Professional Program Manager for the Louisville Ballet School.

Ragland has been involved with many community and professional programs, such as the Roots and Wings Project and the Kentucky Center’s ArtReach Program.

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Ohio Kids Call for Action on Gun Violence

By: Nadia Ramlagan

Gun-related deaths among children and teens are growing, and no state is exempt from the effects of the growing epidemic.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ohio is one of 10 states where gun-related deaths among youths are highest. Children from affected communities recently visited the Ohio Statehouse to meet with lawmakers on the issue.

Jake Streeter, executive director of the East Cleveland Neighborhood Center, said his kids, many of whom come from neighborhoods where regular gun violence is a reality, drew posters and wrote letters with ideas and so-

lutions now displayed throughout the statehouse.

"Many of our students have a feeling about gun violence that they believe we as adults aren't taking the situation as seriously as we could," Streeter explained. "It doesn't seem to be a priority."

According to the Children's Defense Fund, nationwide in 2021, more than 4,700 children and teens were killed with guns, up 40% from 2017, and half of all child and teen gun deaths occurred in just 10 states, including Ohio, North Carolina and Tennessee. Black children and teens were six times as likely to die

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Registration is LIVE for Launch Dayton Startup Week Presented by Fifth Third Bank!

Nationwide — Jayon Hughes, an African American barber from Toledo, Ohio also known as Jay Da Barber, has gained widespread attention after providing free haircuts to people in need. Even though he relies on haircuts for his livelihood, Jayon decided to give back to his community for 1 day.

“The money will come. It’s not about the money,” he told WTOL. Setting up on the streets of Toeldo, he displayed a sign, arranged his tools, and began cutting hair for anyone who

approached him, free of charge.

“Seeing everybody out there, just in distresses… I knew I had to help them,” Jayon said. “Me giving a haircut, knowing that they’re satisfied with their haircut, that’s something money cannot buy.”

Although the haircuts took place outside, instead of the typical barber shop setting, the customers were grateful for his gesture. They expressed how it positively impacted their lives.

“I cut like 10 people. Four of those homeless people had interviews the

next day. So yes, I got them interview-ready,” he shared.

While Jayon only wanted to help without seeking recognition, a local community activist named Tanya Marria Murphy happened to see his act of kindness as she passed by and found it inspiring. Known for her community involvement efforts, she shared his story on social media using the hashtag #TanyaWitThaTee. The post quickly gained traction, garnering over 45,000 views on Facebook within 2 days.

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Build Your Business, Build Your Community at Dayton’s free conference for entrepreneurs, Sept. 12-15

Snag your ticket today for Launch Dayton Startup Week Presented by Fifth Third Bank, the Dayton region’s premiere entrepreneurship conference!

Launch Dayton Startup Week draws hundreds of attendees each year to celebrate, inspire and empower the Dayton region's startup founders

& business owners. The week-long, free conference offers high-quality talks, hands-on business workshops and vibrant networking opportunities.

This year, Fifth Third Bank returns as our presenting sponsor.

“Our commitment to support Startup Week and the region’s entrepreneur and small business community continues! We are proud to be the presenting sponsor again this year,” said Marya Rutherford Long, Fifth Third Bank

Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter Schedules Free Community Programs for August

The Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter is offering free education programs in August covering healthy living for the brain and new communication strategies through each stage of the disease. The

programs, which are free to the community, are:

• 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, Wednesday, August 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., webinar on Zoom

• EXPERT SERIES: Ethical Dilemmas with Dementia, Thursday, Au-

gust 9, 6:30-8 p.m. webinar on Zoom

• Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors, Wednesday, August 16, 10-11 a.m., at Vienna Springs Health Campus, 2510 Vienna Pkwy. in Dayton

• Effective Communication Strategies, Tuesday, August 22, 6-7 p.m., Dayton Metro Library-Southeast Branch, 21 Watervliet Avenue in Dayton

• Understanding & Responding to DementiaRelated Behaviors, Tues-

day, August 29, 6-7 p.m., Jamestown Community Library, 86 Seaman Drive, Jamestown

• Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Wednesday, August 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., webinar

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August is Black Business Month Support Your Black Businesses

VP, Community Impact Manger. “Our communities are vibrant because entrepreneurs take risks every day and pursue visions for a better world. Startup Week offers an invaluable opportunity for those founders to connect to the right people and resources to grow their businesses and to succeed. We’re thrilled to help bring this opportunity to our community.”

The conference is also made possible by our platinum sponsors,

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Parallax Advanced Research, Entrepreneurs’ Center, Mile Two, and McGohan Brabender. This year's event will be fully in-person and will be held in the historic Dayton Arcade and The Hub Powered by PNC. We are also teaming up with Sportcial to make this year’s conference our most vibrant and interactive yet.

“Sportcial is so excited to partner with Startup Week this year! We’ve always enjoyed the connectivity that it brings to our city in support of our small business and entrepreneur community,” said Buddy Pitts, Co-Owner and Chief Fun Officer at Sportcial. “Get ready to work hard, and play even harder, as you build your business and community!”

The lineup This year’s lineup will

feature 50+ speakers across more than 60 sessions.

Empower: Session topics include:

• Business planning, business law 101, accounting best practices + other fundamentals to help you launch a successful business

• how to implement systems and processes in your business, from hiring practices to customer service

• marketing and branding workshops

• how to find and utilize mentors and build your team

• access to capital

• disruptive technologies and industries like AI and blockchain

• how to commercialize

technology

Inspire: Business owners who will be sharing their inspiring stories and advice include:

Former NBA Star Lamar Odom Starts Senior Living Business

• Barry Besecker, Marxent

• Katie Hill, UNLISTED

• Jay Martinez, Metaphorically Speaking Dayton

• Isaac Williams, performing artist

• Jason Molnar, Infinity Labs

• Jackie Gamblin, JYG Innovations

• Nicole Cornett, Billie Gold Bubble Tea

• And many, many more!

Connect: We’ve also got a great lineup of social events!

• Begin each day with intentional networking

• mix and mingle over lunch from area startups

• Tuesday, join our business + pub crawl in partnership with Sportcial

• Wednesday, compete in the annual Startup Week Pitch Competition Powered by the EC (this year with $20K+ in prizes up for grabs!) Apply here.

• Thursday, enjoy local eats at the closing party on the Hub’s rooftop patio

• Friday, purchase an add-on ticket for boozy brunch to cap off a week of learning + good vibes.

Former NBA star Lamar Odom is stepping into the senior living business in California, aiming to offer luxurious yet affordable care for seniors. With Odom Senior Care, he is determined to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors as inspired by his 96-year-old

Red Cross Needs Help to Avert a Blood Shortage

Chance at Shark Dive Trip, $10 E-Gift Card for Donors in August

After a summer of declining donations, the American Red Cross needs the public’s help to prevent a blood shortage. When a donor makes and keeps an appointment to give blood or platelets in the weeks ahead, they can help ensure trauma patients, those undergoing cancer treatment, and people with lifelong blood disorders can get the blood they count on.

Right now, the Red Cross especially needs type O negative, type O positive and type B negative blood donors, as well as platelet donors. Donors of all blood types can schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767).

The Red Cross is teaming up with Warner Bros. for the theatrical release of Meg 2: The Trench to celebrate a summer of sharks and help stave off a summer blood and

platelet shortage. All who come to give through Aug. 12 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York getaway for two with a private shark dive adventure at Long Island Aquarium. Those who come to give throughout the month of August will also get a $10 e-gift card to a movie merchant of their choice. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Movie.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Aug.

1-15:

Champaign

Saint Paris

8/14/2023: 12:30 p.m.

- 6:30 p.m., Evans-Purk Building, 115 S. Church

St.

Urbana

8/7/2023: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 116 W. Court Street

8/10/2023: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., 4H Activity Building, 384 Park Avenue Logan

Bellefontaine

8/8/2023: 12 p.m. - 6

p.m., First United Methodist Church, 201 Main N Miami

Troy

8/10/2023: 12 p.m.

- 6 p.m., Miami County YMCA-Robinson Branch, 3060 South County Road 25A

Montgomery

Dayton

8/3/2023: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Village at Dayton Mall, 2792 Miamisburg Centerville Road

How to donate blood

To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by

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grandmother Florence.

The idea came from Odom's own experience when he faced challenges trying to find a new home for his beloved grandmother who now lives alone in her Bronx apartment where she has been residing for over 70 years. One of the main issues he noticed is that current senior living options are often too expensive for many seniors to afford.

That's when Odom decided to establish Odom Senior Care, where he plans to offer more accessible and reasonably priced alternatives.

Learn more about Odom Senior Care via its official website at OdomSeniorCare.com

What are you waiting for? Register today and build your custom conference agenda! Can’t make it all week? No problem! Startup Week is built so you can drop in and out. Snag a coworking spot to knock out a bit of work. And feel free to bring your kids with you, they’re welcome to learn from the Startup Week speakers, too!

Our incredible sponsors help us keep the conference free, empowering Launch Dayton partners to pursue our mission to build an equitable community where all entrepreneurs are welcome and supported. Want to be a part of this work? Reach out to info@launchdayton. com.

Registration is LIVE for Launch Dayton Startup Week Presented by Fifth Third Bank!...

George Fraser to Unite 1,000 Black Entrepreneurs/ Professionals at 23rd Annual PowerNetworking Conference

Nationwide -- The 23rd Annual PowerNetworking Conference (PNC) will take place August 2-5, at Hilton America’s Houston, TX. Attendees will learn how to build effective relationships, build and scale 21st-century businesses, and build and manage wealth. They will have the opportunity to effectively network with prominent national and global leaders and speakers and like-minded attendees.

A major announcement of the Black Business Legacy Hall of Fame, Museum & Metaverse targeted for Atlanta, Ga by 2030 will be introduced and revealed at the PNC.

“For the first time in our history we will memorialize and celebrate with an iconic building the enormous contribution Black people have made globally to business development and capitalism within the African diaspora,” said Dr. Fraser

PNC is widely recognized as America’s largest continuously held conference in the world for Black executives, business professionals, and entrepreneurs. This year, the PNC is expected to draw more than 1000 attendees from around the world.

In 2015, the PNC was named one of the “Top 5 Conferences in America Not to Be Missed” in America by Forbes Magazine.

“I’m overjoyed to have been the first Black Conference to be selected for this prestigious annual recognition from the premier business magazine in the world. We have always felt this way, but now the world knows it,” said Fraser.

Since its inception in 2002, the PNC has secured $1.7 billion in new business and deal flow for Black-owned businesses.

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The PNC was started in Cleveland, Ohio in 2002 and has been held in cities such as Atlanta, Dallas and National Harbor, MD, and now Houston. Its next stop is Charlotte, NC 2024-26. It was created by international speaker, author, and networking guru, Dr. George C. Fraser, Chairman of FraserNet, a 38-year-old highly respected company focused on teaching effective networking, mission-driven entrepreneurship, and building and managing wealth.

Sponsors of the 2023 PNC include: Microsoft, Cisco, Fortune Brands, Disney, Sysco, Bank of America, Covenant Global Access, and ComproTax. Key components of PNC include presentations from Dr. Randal Pinkett, Kim Roxie, Tavis Smiley, and Dr. Cheryl Wood. There are over 40 workshops/lectures/panels featuring 54 global experts, two awards luncheons, a National Town Hall meeting, and networking events designed to uplift African American business owners and leaders and encourage African Americans to scale their businesses to make lasting community impact. “We must learn, earn and return”, proclaims Dr. Fraser

The 2023 expert line-up includes but is not limited to:

• Reverend Dr. Freddie Haynes, Pastor, Friendship West Baptist Church, TX

• Dr. Randal Pinkett,

CEO, BCT Partners, Inc. NJ

• Tavis Smiley, SmileyAudioMedia, Inc., CA

• Dr. Michael Roberts, CEO, The Roberts Group, MO

• Linda Clemons, CEO, Sisterpreneur, IN

• Anthony Browder, Director, ASA Restoration Project, DC

• Dr. Linus Okorie, CEO, GOTNI, Lagos, Nigeria

• Dr. George C. Fraser. Founder/CEO, FraserNet, Inc. OH

The following individuals will receive the 2023 Icon of Excellence Award at the PNC Luncheons:

• Gloria Johnson Goins

DEI Leader, Cisco

• Dr. Kwa David Whitaker

Enstooled Chief, Atonkwa, Elmina, Ghana

Rites of Passage & Leadership Expert

• Dr. Stacie NC Grant National President, Zeta Phi Beta

• Kim Roxie

Top Speaker/Writer/ Business Owner

• Dr. Cheryl Wood

Top Speaker/Writer/ Business Owner

• Delano A. Johnson

Celebrated Brand Architect

• Dr. Taiwo Afolabi

International Business Owner, Lagos Nigeria

For more information about the 2023 PowerNetworking conference, visit FraserNet.com or PowernetworkingConference.com

Ohio Kids Call for Action on Gun Violence...

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By: Nadia Ramlagan

Gun-related deaths among children and teens are growing, and no state is exempt from the effects of the growing epidemic.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ohio is one of 10 states where gun-related deaths among youths are highest. Children from affected communities recently visited the Ohio Statehouse to meet with lawmakers on the issue.

Jake Streeter, executive director of the East Cleveland Neighborhood Center, said his kids, many of whom come from neighborhoods where regular gun violence is a reality, drew posters and wrote letters with ideas and solutions now displayed throughout the statehouse.

"Many of our students have a feeling about gun violence that they believe we as adults aren't taking the situation as seriously as we could," Streeter explained. "It doesn't seem

to be a priority."

According to the Children's Defense Fund, nationwide in 2021, more than 4,700 children and teens were killed with guns, up 40% from 2017, and half of all child and teen gun deaths occurred in just 10 states, including Ohio, North Carolina and Tennessee. Black children and teens were six times as likely to die from gun violence as their white peers.

Streeter added the grassroots organizations working with children need funding to be able to provide positive alternatives to keep kids off the streets. He hopes state representatives work to ensure summer and after-school programming is available to all Ohio kids.

"The people who have these stories, these narratives that they need to hear our place in a position to be able to share these stories to do this mentoring to build these long-lasting relationships," Streeter outlined. "So that 'the stu-

dents don't have to look to the streets or violence.'"

Taking its name from the Mississippi Freedom Summer project of 1964, the six-week Freedom Schools program focuses on literacy and cultural enrichment, and is aimed at serving children and youths in grades K-12 in communities where quality academic programming is lacking.

CDF Freedom Schools®

The mission of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) is to ensure every child a healthy start, a head start, a fair start, a safe start and a moral start in life and successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities. The CDF Freedom Schools® program provides summer and after-school enrichment through a research-based

How To Make The Housing Market Work For Everyone

By Kenny Parcell

More than a quarter of Americans have a disability of some kind. Yet less than 5% of housing in this country is accessible for people with moderately limited mobility. And less than 1% is accessible to those who use wheelchairs.

These are big problems for prospective homebuyers who are disabled. But the market is beginning to change for the better, thanks, in part, to the efforts of real estate agents who are Realtors®.

Everyone deserves access to affordable, livable homes. The Fair Housing Act explicitly prohibits disability-based discrimination in the rental, sale, or financing of residential property. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination in other areas, like access to business, jobs, and public transportation.

Despite these legal protections, many people with disabilities remain at a disadvantage in the real estate market.

Part of the problem is financial. People with disabilities face systemic hurdles that make saving for a down payment harder. Full-time workers with a disability earn just 87 cents for every dollar that

people without disabilities earn, according to the U.S. Census. A person with a severe disability risks losing supplemental Social Security income if they earn more than $2,000 every month.

Securing transportation to an open house or home visit can prove challenging, too. People with disabilities are less likely to have access to a car and more likely to rely on someone else to drive them.

In recent years, members of the National Association of Realtors® have made dismantling barriers like these a nationwide priority.

The National Association of Realtors® has launched educational initiatives including the At Home with Diversity® certification, which is designed to educate NAR members on the subtleties of fair housing laws while promoting best practices for serving clients with disabilities. In addition, the association has worked to teach its members how to more effectively and efficiently ensure that their offices and websites are ADA-compliant.

NAR members are also advocating for policy changes that would make homeownership more at-

tainable for people with disabilities -- like the adoption of more accessible building codes and new tax incentives for accessibility renovations.

Some states have already heeded that advocacy -- by offering loans and grants to help people with disabilities fund a down payment or pay for accessibility modifications. States have also created tax-advantaged savings programs that can empower people with disabilities to set aside money for qualified disability expenses.

Ensuring that people with disabilities have access to this wealth-building tool on equal terms with their non-disabled peers is essential. Making the housing market more equitable -- across all demographic categories, including disability status -- is not just right but beneficial to all Americans.

Realtors® are members of the National Association of Realtors®.

Kenny Parcell is 2023 President of the National Association of Realtors® and a Realtor® from Spanish Fork, Utah. He is broker-owner of Equity Real Estate Utah.

Black Barber From Ohio Goes Viral for Giving Free Haircuts on the Streets to People in Need...

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Nationwide — Jayon Hughes, an African American barber from Toledo, Ohio also known as Jay Da Barber, has gained widespread attention after providing free haircuts to people in need. Even though he relies on haircuts for his livelihood, Jayon decided to give back to his community for 1 day.

“The money will come. It’s not about the money,” he told WTOL.

Setting up on the streets of Toeldo, he displayed a

sign, arranged his tools, and began cutting hair for anyone who approached him, free of charge.

“Seeing everybody out there, just in distresses… I knew I had to help them,” Jayon said. “Me giving a haircut, knowing that they’re satisfied with their haircut, that’s something money cannot buy.”

Although the haircuts took place outside, instead of the typical barber shop setting, the customers were grateful for his gesture. They expressed how

it positively impacted their lives.

“I cut like 10 people. Four of those homeless people had interviews the next day. So yes, I got them interviewready,” he shared.

While Jayon only wanted to help without seeking recognition, a local community activist named Tanya Marria Murphy happened to see his act of kindness as she passed by and found it inspiring. Known for

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Editorial Comments &

Where Are We?

Something to Consider: What About Repentance in Our Daily Lives?

By: Brenda Cochran Contributing Writer

The word repentance is reviewing one’s actions and feelings of regret for wrongs done in the past, which is accompanied by an actual action that show and prove a change for the better.

were different without an act to cause a difference. Repentance is different it is an admission of hatred, and turning away from sin before your God.”

By Dr. E. Faye Williams

As children, when my siblings and I did something good, my mother never failed to compliment us. On the other hand, when we did something bad, she never failed to chastise us by providing a bit of corrective action!

Whichever we were to face, my mother did it with love. At times she would add, “This is going to hurt me more than it hurts you!” We found that hard to believe; however, we tried our best to do better or make improvements the next time. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if our Supreme Court and our politicians did the same thing—make things better?

Some people like to talk about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream. They talk about equality, but somehow forget that our nation has never been equal for many of us. So, just declaring equality does not make it so. Forward positive movement makes it so.

Donald Trump, the twice impeached, several times indicted, once convicted, many times exerciser of super bad behavior, made the phrase “Make America Great Again” famous. My friend, Dick Gregory, always responded with, “You act like America has already been great for some of us!”

Sure, there was a time when many of us thought taking something to the Supreme Court would provide justice for our righteous causes. No longer are we under that illusion. Our only consolation is

that we have three of the four women on the United States Supreme Court willing to make America great for all of us. We’re grateful for Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Ketanji Brown Jackson, and Elena Kagan—but for all their strong voices for justice for all, we need more!

We need a new Civil and Human Rights Movement because those rights we once thought we had are now slipping away faster than we’re moving forward in basic rights. The hatred we are experiencing is coming from so many directions. It’s sad to say that too much hate and the blocking of our moving forward are coming from within.

One glaring example of blocking our forward movement is Clarence Thomas. His hatred for us is so glaring that he not only takes advantage of affirmative action for himself, but he votes to deny it for those who’ve come after him. Let me be clear. I am not suggesting that attending Harvard University is any better for a Black student than attending Howard University or any of our fine predominantly and historically Black colleges and universities. Learning to appreciate diversity in this country is not exclusively for Black people. That is the way it is treated, however. So many things people other than white people have created are used by them, and some are presumably used by the Thomas family.

Let’s name a few: The gas mask grabbed by Members of Congress when they were under siege in the Capitol on January 6, 2021, the blood bank, improved ironing board, home se-

curity system, yield traffic light, refrigerated truck, automatic elevator doors, tissue holder, automatic gear shift helping people to drive uphill, clothes dryer, dust pan, folding chair, golf tees, lawnmower, lawn sprinkler, modern toilet, the mop and too many things to mention here, but I am sure you get the idea.

My point for mentioning these things that benefit all people is that many of those who invented them didn’t say, “We are inventing these things for ourselves, and for nobody else.” No doubt, they were happy to benefit everybody. Just look at where we are now. Just look at where our Supreme Court is. They seem to be happy to take us back to a day when we had no rights and now, they’re taking away others we once had!

Dr. E. Faye Williams is President of The Dick Gregory Society and President Emerita of the National Congress of Black Women.

There are four steps in repentance: The first is responsibility which means that we must recognize that we have done wrong. The second is regret -We should have true remorse for doing wrong and for any pain or problems we have caused. The third step is resolve – which means we must be committed to never repeating the act regardless of the temptations or the situation.

The Bible describes repentance as responding to the way that God loves us by being transformed in the convictions we have and also our actions. It means turning towards God and away from anything that dishonors Him. The Biblical repentance is not about our emotions, sins, your efforts or your resolve. It is about your surrender.

I use to believe that repentance meant feeling really bad about something or feeling shameful. I also thought that it means feeling sorrowful or being angry with yourself, but it is far from these ideas. Basically, we

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want to turn from going the way that we want- to going God’s way.

The opposite of repent is to be harden of heart. It is also referred to as being stiff necked or stubborn or to double down, and resist change.

If we are not going to repent, it means that we are disrespecting God’s love, and the sacrifice, and wisdom for the sake of just having our own way.

Often times we treat repentance as a statementlike “I’m sorry, please forgive me, and it removes our guilt, but if we look at Psalm 51, we see that repentance is a turning away of sin and turning toward God, which is a process that does not alleviate guilt, but it does cultivate deep joy.

The following are quotes that aids us in this process. “Regret is not a proactive feeling. It is situated in disappointment, sorrow or even remorse. It merely wishes things

“Nothing erases the past. There is repentance, there is atonement, and forgiveness. That is all, but that is enough.”

“If you are capable of despising your own behavior, you might just love yourself.”

“It seems that it is the love of God that brings man into repentance. Once you embrace that love and have that fellowship with God, all those things that you shouldn’t be doing will go away.”

Repentance means that you change your mind so deeply that it changes you.”

Prayer is one of the keys to living the principle of repentance each day. We have learned that we are to offer a broken heart and a contrite spirit and this requires humility. One way to remain humble is to remind ourselves of the principles of the Gospel which is prayer. Prayer puts us in the attitude of remembering God; and of remembering promises.

Black Relationship Expert Helping 1,000’s of Women Achieve Emotional Wellness, Creates New App

Koren Norton has worked as a relationship counselor for more than 15 years helping thousands of women to heal and recover from broken relationships and to become empowered. She has most recently launched a new groundbreaking app called Ask Karen that serves as a resource for users seeking guidance on love, selfimprovement, success, and relationships. The app also allows users to access valuable insights, weekly expert advice, meditation sounds, and practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, fostering personal development

Black Barber From Ohio Goes Viral for Giving Free Haircuts on the Streets to People in Need...

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The story resonated to Tanya whose son Ulysses Gray owns a barbershop called 1stDibz Barbershop Boutique. As an experienced barber himself, her son wasn’t at all surprised that his mother put a spotlight on

Jayon’s work.

“Seeing him do it, it’s like, that’s what I’m talking about. That’s how you put the map out there,” Ulysses said. “That’s why my mother sees stuff like that and captures it because that’s the type of stuff I’ve been doing. That’s how she sees me as well.”

For Tanya, the most rewarding aspect of his actions was the boost in self-worth he provided to those in need.

“To see the smile on his face,” Tanya said. “They

could be panhandling, people will say, ‘Get out of here. I don’t want it. Don’t talk to me.’ And for him to be praised like that, that’s going to give him an oomph.”

Although there isn’t a specific date for Jayon’s next round of free haircuts, he expressed his commitment to continuing to support his community in any way he can.

Be sure to follow Jayon AKA Jay Da Barber on Instagram at Jay_Da_ Barber22

and well-being. All of this compliments the in-person and one-on-one virtual consultations that she offers in the United States and the Caribbean.

Karen earned a master’s degree in social work from Hunter College in New York City, and in addition to the app, is excited to introduce two other transformative offerings that aim to empower individuals on their journey to personal growth and wellness. As a woman of color, she brings a unique perspective to her work, ensuring inclusivity and representation in her services. The enthusiasm surrounding these new efforts is high.

Her book

Koren’s empowering book entitled Ask Koren: 101 Responses to Your Most Important Questions, now available on Amazon, is a captivating literary masterpiece that compiles over 100 handpicked articles from her renowned advice column, Ask Koren, published in Antigua newspapers for over a decade. Norton explores many of life’s complexities through introspective writing and compassionate guidance, inspiring readers to rethink their struggles and embrace a newfound perspective. “Ask Koren” is the trusted companion that will embolden readers to face life head-on,

Koren Norton make informed choices, and embrace personal growth. Discover the transformative power of Ask Koren, waiting to grace your bookshelf and change your life forever.

Her online course

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Earn your CDL in as little as 4 weeks at no cost to you when you join the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA). See if you have what it takes to drive a big bus at RTA’s Interactive Hiring Event on August 17 at the University of Dayton Arena from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

While candidates must have a valid driver’s license to participate, a CDL is not required. In fact, the RTA will help

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INVITATIONS FOR BID

Sealed bids will be received in the office of the Director of Procurement, GREATER DAYTON REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY, 4 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402, for the following: Legal Notice: CIFB GD 23-14

Title: 600 Longworth Street Facility Roof and HVAC Replacement

Due Date: 8/17/23 at 2:00 p.m.

Copies of the bid are available from the office of the Director of Procurement, RTA, 4 S. Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402 or online at http://proc.greaterdaytonrta.org/ All bids must be submitted in accordance with the requirements set forth in the CIFB.

Deborah Howard Director of Procurement

Greater Dayton RTA’s Interactive Hiring Event

new hires obtain their CDL while paying them at the same time. The RTA has a permanent, onsite training department with trainers who are dedicated to the success of each new hire as they work to earn their permit and CDL. RTA trainers are known to be some of the best in the business.

“I test people from all over the country and Ohio and when we get a call from RTA, we know we’re getting to work with the

best,” Kreigh Spahr, president of Eagle CDL Testing in Medway, said. “We know that these people are coming in very well prepared.”

Prospective bus drivers will be offered the chance to get behind the wheel of the agency’s big buses and/or small non-CDL buses to get a feel for what it means to be a bus driver.

The RTA will conduct interviews from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at UD Arena. After successfully completing

the interview, RTA trainers will assist candidates with the test drive to ensure the ride goes smoothly. The test-driving portion will be cut off at 1 p.m., so we advise people to arrive earlier, rather than later, to ensure they get a chance to get behind the wheel.

To facilitate participation, the RTA is offering a coupon code for a no charge Uber or Lyft ride to and from UD Arena from anywhere in Montgomery County. In addition, RTA

will provide transportation from its downtown transit center, Wright Stop Plaza. Interested participants when arriving at the transit center just need to locate an RTA transit ambassador and let them know you are requesting a ride to the hiring event.

The starting wage for CDL bus drivers is $18.90 per hour. Non-CDL drivers start at $16.54 per hour.

In addition to starting pay, RTA offers outstand-

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ing benefits, including: a 14% contribution to your state pension account; up to $26,000 a year toward family medical insurance; dental insurance; paid time off; access to on-site fitness centers; and a great team atmosphere where you are respected and valued for your contributions. For those not able to attend the hiring event, you can apply for open positions on RTA’s career website, www.iriderta.org/careers.

Veteran Art Professor Inspired by Globetrotting

Central State University Associate Professor of Studio Art Erin Smith Glenn

Associate Professor of Studio Art Erin Smith Glenn’s integral connection to Central State goes far deeper than her 12 years as a proud faculty member and dedicated instructor in the prestigious College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences.

“This fall will mark 20 years since I first stepped on campus as a freshman,” Smith Glenn said.

Starting in 2003, Smith Glenn began attending Central State as an undergraduate, receiving her Bachelor of Arts in fine and studio arts with a concentration in drawing and painting in 2007.

As a longtime educator at Central State who is also a prodigiously productive craftsman in her own right — particularly through her artistic and entrepreneurial endeavors via founding and running TheScarvinArtist, LLC — Smith Glenn observed that such a combination makes perfect sense for the ideal instructor in practical artisanship.

As someone who enjoys teaching and has a continued, evolving link to her own creative productions, Smith Glenn can stay rooted and invested in her role at

Central State. “Meanwhile, I still have so much to do,” she said. “Each year keeps getting better.”

The traveling bug bit Smith Glenn particularly hard while she participated in the school’s Dancing Belles troupe during her undergraduate years.

“We were in front of the marching band, dancing in those fun uniforms and traveling all over, a lot,” she said.

“That was an amazing experience: We were in New York, we were in Kansas, we were in Atlanta a couple of times. The group wasn’t as big or populated as it is now, but that created once more a very familial sense for me that kept me continually grounded in what I was doing at the school whenever we’d come back from our many trips.”

After Central State, Smith Glenn did indeed stick to the more urban home region in which she had grown up, opting to attend the University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Science for her graduate work.

Shortly after earning her Master of Fine Arts

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Red Cross Needs Help to Avert a Blood Shortage...

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state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Amplify your impact − volunteer!

A stable blood and platelet supply is critical to national preparedness. Additionally, as we approach the beginning of what is expected to be another active hurricane season, the Red Cross urges everyone to get ready now and consider becoming a

volunteer to help people affected by the growing number of climate-driven disasters.

Support impacted communities by assisting at Red Cross shelters, using your professional skills as a licensed health care provider or becoming a member of the Red Cross Disaster Action Team. To learn more, visit redcross. org/volunteertoday.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies

about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @ RedCross.

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Dayton Performing Arts Alliance Names New Artistic Director Brandon Ragland Administrator, Dancer, Choreographer, and Educator...

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After an extensive international search guided by Arts Consulting Group, the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA) introduced the next Ballet Artistic Director, Brandon Ragland, at a press conference held today from the lobby of the historic Victoria Theatre. With more than 15 years as a ballet professional, Ragland comes to Dayton from the Louisville Ballet, where he was a principal dancer, managed the Louisville Ballet School’s pre-professional program, and served as resident choreographer. Ragland begins his role on August 1, 2023.

“It is my pleasure to announce Brandon Ragland as the next Artistic Director for Dayton Ballet,” says Patrick Nugent, President and CEO of DPAA. “Brandon brings an immense amount of talent and experience to the Ballet and the Ballet School. With his experience and gifts, he will lead the Dayton Ballet to great heights. His experience with and commitment to teaching and mentoring dance students, from beginners to pre-professionals, will be invaluable to continuing the growth of Dayton Ballet School. Additionally, Brandon will be a valuable addition to DPAA’s Artistic Leadership Team. We could not be happier with the Committee’s recommendation.”

Reflections in Time: Dayton Unit NAACP Celebrates History

“I am thrilled to join the Artistic team of DPAA as the Artistic Director of Dayton Ballet,” says Brandon Ragland. “Dayton Ballet has a strong and rich history within the Dayton community, and I look forward to building on its foundation and ushering Dayton Ballet into a new era. My passion for this art form, along with my dedication to dance education, will continue to move Dayton Ballet and Dayton Ballet School forward. I am excited about immersing myself in the Dayton arts community and building relationships with other arts organizations.”

Known for his skilled choreography and discipline, Ragland began his ballet studies at the Alabama School of Fine Arts. After graduating from Butler University with a

B.S. in Dance-Arts Administration, he joined the Alabama Ballet, and later the Louisville Ballet, where he became a principal dancer. He is the resident choreographer for the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble. Most recently, Ragland created a one-act ballet for the Louisville Ballet School, Cinderella’s Ball. He also serves as the Pre-Professional Program Manager for the Louisville Ballet School.

Ragland has been involved with many community and professional programs, such as the Roots and Wings Project and the Kentucky Center’s ArtReach Program. In 2017, he performed with the Black Iris Project at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., as part of their Dance Across America program. A dedicated arts leader, he is the recipient of The Lift a Life Foundation Emerging Leader in the Arts Award, the M. A. Hadley Prize for Visual Arts, and Louisville Magazine’s Best Artist Award.

Ragland was chosen out of more than 100 applicants, according to Arts Consulting Group (ACG), a leading team of professional management consultants. ACG is comprised of consultants who are personally and passionately committed to the creative industries and recognized internationally for their expertise, hands-on approach, and extraordinary results. Applicants were screened by ACG through a rigorous process that yielded four finalists who visited Dayton to meet with DPAA staff, the Artistic team, DPAA’s Search Committee, and board members. Candidates also met with Dayton Ballet School administrators and instructors and led classes with Dayton Ballet Company members.

The search committee, led by Rodney Veal, member of the DPAA Board, President of Ohio Dance, arts educator, and local media producer, consisted of a diverse group of dance leaders, including: Jane D’Angelo, executive director of Ohio Dance; Susan Kettering, DPAA board member emeritus; John Beran, DPAA

board member emeritus; Michael Howard, DPAA board member; Jeaunita Olowe, VPLearning and Community Engagement at DPAA; Kappy Kilburn, executive director, The Human Race Theatre Company; Debbie Blunden-Diggs, artistic director, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company; Eric McIntyre, dancer, Dayton Ballet; Ashley Griffin, dancer, Dayton Ballet.

Visit Dayton Ballet and Dayton Ballet School for information about the 2023-2024 Art that Moves, ballet season, and school classes.

For subscriptions to the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance 20232024 Ballet, Opera, and Philharmonic Season, visit 2023-2024 tickets.

About Brandon Ragland

Brandon Ragland received early training in Birmingham, AL, and graduated from Butler University with a B.S. in Dance-Arts Administration. After graduation, he joined the Alabama Ballet, performing numerous classical and neoclassical works by choreographers such as Roger Van Fleteren, George Balanchine, Christopher Bruce, and Septime Webre. He joined the Louisville Ballet in 2010, where he spent 13 years as a leading artist and performed featured roles in classical, neoclassical, and contemporary works by choreographers such as Alun Jones, George Balanchine, Adam Hougland, Val Caniparoli, Ma Cong, Lucas Jervies, Stanton Welch, Ronald Hynd, and Tim Harbour.

As a skilled dancer and arts administrator, Ragland has more than a decade of professional experience as a dancer, choreographer, and educator. He spent 13 years as a leading artist with the Louisville Ballet, as the Pre-Professional Program Manager for the Louisville Ballet School, and as Resident Choreographer for the

The Dayton Art Institute Celebrates Juneteenth with this distinct, collaborative Focus Exhibition with the Dayton Unit NAACP.

Reflections in Time brings together 16 paintings that celebrate Black history and weave together stories of the past and present. The vibrant, often uplifting paintings speak to the heritage, experiences and desires of African Americans. Highlights

of the exhibition will be Annie Lee’s inspirational painting Holy Spirit, a series by Southwestern artist Kim Wiggins and stylized paintings of elongated figures by Ernie Barnes, Jr., perhaps best recognized for his images used in the hit tv series Good Times and as the cover for Marvin Gaye’s hit 1976 album, I Want You.

The paintings in this exhibition were carefully selected for the enjoyment and edification of the Day-

ton community. The representational works speak to education, pride, spirituality and history, relatable issues for all Americans.

Reflections in Time marks the first collaborative exhibition between the Dayton Unit NAACP and the DAI.

Reflections in Time: Dayton Unit NAACP is organized by the Dayton Unit NAACP. Art curated by Mr. Elijah Rashaed, Dayton Unit NAACP Curator.

Learn About Advanced Care Options with DML Programs

Two Dayton Metro Library Branches will be hosting programs related to long-term care and Medicare.

someone who is, can learn how to protect their Medicaid or VA benefits. Registration is required.

Medicare 101 will be held at the Brookville Branch on Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29. Sessions on both days will be held at 12 pm and 3:30 pm. Deborah Bulleit and Leonard Loomis, local educators and independent agents, will be on hand to provide information about Medicare and answer patron questions. Registration is required.

The Miami Township Branch will host Asset Protection and LongTerm Care: You Don’t Have to Go Broke in a Nursing Home! on Wednesday, July 26, 2:30-3:30 pm and Tuesday, August 8, 2:303:30 pm. Patrons who are thinking about entering a nursing home or assisted living arrangement, or know on Zoom.

For additional informa-

tion and to register, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665. DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/ or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Caregiving Requires Special Attention

Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter Schedules Free Community Programs for August...

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Pre-registration is required for all events. To register, call the Alzheimer's Association's 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Instructions for joining webinars will be emailed following registration.

By Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman, Ph.D., RN. MSN/E

With aging, illnesses and undeniable medical conditions may arise that require extra attention and consideration to keep health status stable. Your role as the caregiver is valuable when special attention to detail is required. We must always start with self-care while ensuring proper care is being rendered to our loved ones. Yes, the responsibility is huge and at times overwhelming, especially if our aging loved ones have been ill for a long period of time. Considering different

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once again in fine/studio arts, in 2009, Smith Glenn was invited back to Central State — this time as a trusted replacement for a former mentor of hers in the art department, Professor Abner Cope, who was retiring.

The mentor-mentee relationship that Smith Glenn and Cope enjoyed during her time at Central State was exactly the kind she wishes everyone at any school could have, referring to her instructor as a “second father.” They remained in touch even

methods of providing the required care is a topic I can help you with as you incorporate the total part of caregiving from medical to emotional support.

I often share that each of us must put ourselves in the shoes of those who were once active and vibrant; currently unable to independently do for themselves, and how difficult that must be. The emotional toll of having chronic and debilitating conditions is profound and caregiver support is necessary in providing love and encouragement, that you will be there to support them in a meaningful way. This may be something as simple as reading to your

after she left for graduate school; all the while he kept her in the loop on developments back at Central State, which led to his suggestion that she apply for his position.

“I did still have to apply and go through the full hiring process,” she said. “I think that sometimes when people see that alumni are hired, they believe that we’re hired only because of our being former students. And, no! That’s not what happened. I embodied everything that they were looking for in a professor — some-

loved one, playing soft music, or talking about the things of their past.

Always validate your loved ones’ feelings and emotions. Keep in mind that mobility issues, due to chronic illnesses, can cause depression. Conditions like heart failure, diabetes with neuropathy, and many respiratory conditions, limit physical activity and mobility. Your assistance is invaluable in conditions like these because loved ones may have struggles moving around the home or even making doctor’s appointments or picking up lifesaving medications.

As Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate, I cannot

one who would uphold the integrity of the department, and someone who would not just give out assignments but who would demonstrate in front of them, which of course I do. Extensively.”

This mentality echoes Smith Glenn’s earlier summation of an aspirational faculty member in the arts being one who both teaches and generates work, concurrently.

More recently, Smith Glenn was inspired enough by her globetrotting — including graduate schoolwork in Italy — to add a component to her offerings at Central State.

Just before the pandemic of 2020, she put together a new study abroad program in which she took a small group of students to Florence and Rome, this time as an expert guide for the next generation of young artistic minds. As it worked out, all four of the participants on this trip were women of color, one of whom was a nontraditional student – a mother of four, something Smith Glenn felt made for an incredibly unique experience. “Because she is Catholic, it also meant so much to her that she was able to meet the Pope while we were out there,” Smith Glenn said.

“This month's programs answer questions at several stages in the dementia journey: ways to prevent or delay Alzheimer's, tips for communicating with your loved one through each stage of the disease, and ways to respond to challenging dementiarelated behaviors,” said Dayna Ritchey, program director of the Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley and Greater Cincinnati Chapters. “We are offering both in-person and virtual programs this month to reach as many families as possible.”

stress enough that your advocacy is beneficial in multiple ways. From maintaining your health as an informal caregiver to the special attention that is needed for the long-term care of your loved one. We know caregiving duties can be approached in many ways. Just know the conditions of your circumstances. Guard yourself from burnout by asking for help and taking breaks. Be safe! Be well!

Smith Glenn’s next study abroad opportunity will empower Marauders to join her on an illuminative trip to Paris. She will focus studies on the early 20th century experience of expatriate Black artists who found a degree of reprieve from oppressive and discriminatory treatment in the US European enclaves where they were more welcome and, in some cases, revered.

Students who are interested in Smith Glenn’s study abroad program in Paris, which will take place during spring break 2024, may register through the Global Perspectives class here. The class is open to all students, and scholarships are available. and does not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDS states, marital or family status, military status, national origin political beliefs, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (937) 376-6540. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution

The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's program will teach participants how to recognize common signs of the disease, how to approach someone about memory concerns, the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis, and possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process.

A live webinar, Expert Series: Ethical Dilemmas with Dementia, will cover the many challenges that arise when caring for someone with dementia, especially when looking at honesty and trust. The world of dementia can be challenging as logic is lacking and managing the real world simultaneously difficult. Join to learn great techniques to manage both of these worlds.

Attend Understanding and Responding to De-

Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman is a retired registered nurse and case manager; CEO of Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate and author of From the Lens of Daughter, Nurse, and Caregiver: A Journey of Duty and Honor, and The Black Book of Important Information for Caregivers. Website: www.cynthiajhickman.com.

mentia-Related Behaviors to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's, the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages and risk factors, and current research and treatments available for some symptoms.

Join the Effective Communication Strategies programs explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identifying strategies to help families connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

There are 493,000 people caring for 220,000 Ohioans age 65 and older living with Alzheimer's disease, according to the Alzheimer's Association “2023 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures.” The number of Ohioans living with Alzheimer's is expected to increase to 250,000 by 2025. Those concerned about themselves or a loved one can contact the Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter at 937.291.3332 to schedule a care consultation and be connected to local resources.

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