Hammer Discoveries Winter 2019

FOR THE LOVE OF FAMILY Mitch and Karen were reunited at Hammer after 40 years.

Read the story.

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Discoveries

...AND BASEBALL

Winter 2019

HAMMER FAMILY

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CELEBRATING THE JOURNEY

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f you don’t know where you are going, any road will lead you there.

The above is a famous paraphrase of a conversation between Alice and the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland. Knowing where we are going is important for us as individuals, but it is also important for organizations like Hammer Residences.

For a few years, regulations and funding formulas were changing so rapidly and often without warning, that the best we could do was simply keep up. Recently there has been a slight slowing in the pace of change, and so the Board of Directors of Hammer decided it was time to set a direction for the next few years. We spend about a year creating a Strategic Framework for Hammer. This framework sets “guardrails” for our work, while remaining flexible in order to respond to any unexpected changes.

John Estrem with the Duffy Family at the 2019 Hammer Family Day Picnic.

Once the Board established the framework, the staff started working on goals and implementation teams for the next two years.

The goals are in three areas: Advocacy, Workforce, and the Future of Services.

The teams are working hard on reaching and measuring progress toward these goals.

One thing remains clear: Our central mission of helping people to experience life to its fullest remains intact. Hammer has been doing this for 96 years and will continue to stay focused on the people we support and our workforce.

This issue of Discoveries looks to the future, while celebrating the “now.” We are grateful you are on the journey with us and are a part of the Hammer family.

Blessings,

IN THIS ISSUE PAGE 3

Years of Service at Hammer

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For the Love of Family... and Baseball

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Hammer's Strategic Framework

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Walking Through Life Together

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When You Bleed Purple

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Training Emerging Leaders Today...Building Strength Into the Future

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Oh, Home Now — Alvina's Angels

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Please Call Me Jazzy

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Wow, I Am Actually Enjoying This!

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Finding Joy

PAGES 16–17 Dose Health Mediset Changes Everything PAGE 18

Smile Power

PAGES 19–23 Our Donors

Hammer Discoveries Managing Editor Barbara Brandt / barbara@hammer.org Contributing Writers Angela Bernhardt, Barbara Brandt, Brandon Eddy, John Estrem, Kim Hansen, Kim Keprios, Ann Martinka, Katie Pease, Cate Saracen Peters, Hannah Thibodeau, Cathy Thoma, Karen Trygstad, Ginger Venable With editing support by Joe Cullen Photography: Barbara Brandt and Joe Cullen Graphic Design: Jennifer Larson

John Estrem, Hammer, CEO

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Carol Curoe President University of Minnesota Foundation Kent Scholten Vice President Merrill Lynch Michael Drazan Treasurer Retired Executive, Toro

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*Hugh Kirsch Secretary Minnesota State Offices Employment and Economic Development Department *Nino Pedrelli Immediate Past President Principal, State Street Realty Advisors

Barbara Bencini Retired Executive Merrill Lynch

Tim Haugen Senior Vice President Winthrop Resources

George Daum Amazon Web Services

Maureen Laird-Hayes Abbott

*Don Haberman Markwest, Inc.

*Patrick McConnell Retired Executive Ameriprise Financial

*Greg Hanson Sales and Marketing

Bhuvana Nandakumar Suparbh Consulting Victor Sugumar Thrivent Financial *Julie Wesley-Wong Osseo School District * Indicates family member

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CULTURE

YEARS OF SERVICE AT HAMMER

Brad Fenske (left) is celebrating 35 years at Hammer. Brad and Ted (right), supported by Hammer go with a Hammer group on Tuesdays to Bruegger's Bagels in Wayzata for lunch.

Cindy Johnson (far right) is celebrating 35 years at Hammer.

Cindy supports Travis (on Cindy’s right) and Ryan (far left) along with Cindy’s coworker Francis Kesseh.

Sean Christianson is celebrating 25 years at Hammer. Sean supports individuals at Hammer’s Tyler home.

Virginia Carpenter (right) is celebrating 30 years with Hammer.

She supports Rodney (left) at Hammer’s Jersey home.

Dawn Christeson-Glover (right), is celebrating 35 years at Hammer. She supports Travis at Hammer’s Holdridge home.

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For the Love of Family

By Karen Trygstad, Training and Education Coordinator

Other sports are just sports. But baseball is love; and baseball brought Mitchell, who is supported by Hammer, and me back together.

I grew up knowing Mitch – our extended families are related to each other. Years ago, there were family dinners and visits for lunch. As a little girl, I would come along when my parents would meet Mitch and his father, Cy, at Cecil’s Karen as a young girl. Deli in St. Paul. But as I grew up, family members didn’t get together as often, and those relationships faded away.

Fast-forward 40 years. I started working part-time in the Training department at Hammer. One of the first people I connected with was Mitch enjoying the Hammer Home Run Brian Kelly, Director of Inwearing his favorite Home Services at Hammer. team's sweatshirt!

One afternoon, in the lobby of Hammer’s central office, I saw Brian wearing a baseball uniform. Of course, a conversation started about our shared love of baseball, about how my husband and two 4 | Hammer Discoveries

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sons played growing up, enjoyed playing the game through college, and my sons are now on Town Ball teams.

Brian and I bonded rather quickly over our shared love of the game and our mutual connections. From those passing conversations in the hallways, a yearly event dubbed the “Hammer Holiday Homerun” was born. At our first event, which pairs local Wayzata baseball players with Hammer athletes, fate made its way into our life. This is how Mitch came back into my life.

I recognized him right away. I had to tell him who I was because he wouldn’t know me. I was a little girl the last time we were together. But I asked if he remembered the extended family dinners around the big table at the yellow house. He did! Did he remember the pastrami sandwiches at Cecil’s? Of course! Mitch started to cry. I have since learned, time-and-time again, how very important family is to him.

Left to right: Karen's dad, Milt, Mitch's dad Cy, and Karen's mom Bev.

Mitch and Karen have been friends since they were young and reunited after Karen started working at Hammer.

That was seven years ago. Since then, Mitch has met my husband and come to watch my sons play baseball.

My 85-year-old mother and I have met Mitch for coffee at Caribou. I’ve brought along old family photos and we’ve reminisced. His memory is amazing. He’s reminded me of details about extended family that I’d long forgotten. He’s also come to the office with treats and to share a cup of coffee.

We’ve recently begun having a “virtual” cup of coffee almost every morning. He calls the office promptly at 7:30 a.m. when I arrive and we check in with each other. He loves to hear stories about my mom, my husband, and my boys. It’s a truly lovely way to start each day, with my coffee in hand. Because of Mitch, I’ve reached out and reconnected with some Mitch on the phone with of those family members I had lost touch Karen each morning to with. And just like family does, I’ve gone check in and wish each other a good day. along on a couple of doctor appointments with him recently to be a supportive friend.

My family life growing up was fractured and disconnected.

Mitch’s love of family is fiercely strong and loyal. Who would have guessed what was supposed to be a 12-week position at Hammer would turn into a full-time job and a connection to my past? As fate comes into our lives, the things you least expect can unfold in the most wonderful and magical of ways.

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BOARD SPOTLIGHT

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HAMMER’S STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK

By Barbara Brandt, Director of Communication

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lvina Hammer started Hammer school in 1923 and started from her belief that individuals, of all abilities, should live a full life. Since that time, Hammer Residences has become a widely-known disability service provider in the western metro area. It is not surprising that there have been many changes since Alvina Hammer’s school and that business model, but the mission, core values of care, and compassion still stand true today.

It takes people with passion for Hammer’s mission, along with the business acumen, to be able to stay relevant in times of change. Hammer has evolved over the years, moving from our Hammer campus on Highway 12 in Wayzata, into homes in communities, as well as providing in-home services to individuals who live in their own home with families.

Looking at the next generation of innovative services, the Hammer Board of Directors took a big step back before they moved forward. They came to realize that while it has always worked to lead from the heart, in the next generation of services, we may also need a framework to evaluate opportunities in a more methodical and planful way.

To start, a Strategy Committee was formed to talk through how the Board would approach new opportunities. The conclusion

was that the Board needed some structure for decisionmaking. The Strategic Framework seed had been planted.

Where it all began Hammer’s Board of Directors felt they needed this framework to evaluate new opportunities. What would happen if an innovative idea came along, like Hammer Travel did back in 2009, and we were not sure if it was worth the risk? How would we be able to measure those risks versus the opportunities and make an informed decision to move forward? The Board decided to take the next steps to develop a framework.

The question That conversation led to the awareness that the group needed this framework to use as “guiderails” to measure the opportunity and risk. From there a task force was developed and a consultant was hired to help us gather information to develop and move forward on the framework.

The consultant gathered data from different sources: key stakeholders, donors, surveys from employees, focus groups, and 12-15 interviews held with constituents. That data was put into categories and the beginning of a framework was formed. This was presented at a Board Retreat, and the real work began.

Hammer 2020 Board of Directors with Hammer staff. Back row, left to right: Greg Hanson, Tim Haugen, Patrick McConnell, Victor Sugumar, Hugh Kirsch, Don Haberman, Ellen Timmerman-Borer (staff) John Estrem (staff), Bhuvana Nandakumar, Kristin Pyka (staff), Julie Wesley-Wong. Front row left to right: Nino Padrelli, Barbara Bencini, Carol Curoe, Maureen Laird-Hayes, Sue Walker (staff). Board members not pictured: Kent Scholten, Michael Drazan, and George Daum.

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John Estrem (CEO) sharing history and trends and reviewing progress on the 2020 Strategic Framework.

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BOARD SPOTLIGHT

John Estrem shares information about Hammer’s services at the 2019 Board retreat.

What is the Strategic Framework?

The strategic framework is a guideline to evaluate opportunities, to make sure they align with the mission of Hammer, and are financially feasible, applicable, and sustainable for Hammer as an organization.

There were three main goals that were initiated through these conversations:

ADVOCACY Ensure that policy-makers create legislation, rules, and funding formulas that recognize the needs of people with developmental disabilities.

CULTURE OF OUR WORKPLACE Build and maintain a culture that enables Hammer to attract, select, and retain a highly qualified and diverse staff to meet program and service needs.

NEXT GENERATION OF SERVICES Create and pilot the next generation of Hammer residential programs and services that offer quality options to the people and families that we serve, fit with the new rate methodology, and use our funding efficiently and effectively.

Within each of the three goals there are underlying strategies and 12-18-month milestones to help measure progress and achieve goals. The purpose of each goal is to align the work of staff, with the expectations of the Board around the key priorities, giving deliverables to show progress. The framework also helps staff to prioritize their work without the board oversight and gives common language between staff and board.

Why now?

Within the disability service industry, there are potential risks and opportunities and as an organization Hammer needs to be ready for them and be intentional on how to take the next steps.

Hammer Board members Hugh Kirsch and Carol Curoe.

“It is good business as well as good practice to be aware of the risks and opportunities as they emerge, and have a tool to measure new opportunities for growth” says Carol Curoe, Hammer Board President. “With the volatility of what is happening in the disability services industry along with the changes in the rate structure, as an organization we need to be strategic and intentional,” says Hugh Kirsch, Hammer Board Member. The strategic framework is a useful tool to help make decisions in a planful way.

Where do we go from here?

The Strategic Framework is completed, and teams of staff members have been formed and are currently working on their goals. Key staff members have reported on milestones at two Board meetings. The lead team members will be reporting progress to the Board on a quarterly basis.

Next steps: a Strategy Committee has been formed, to provide guidance to the staff members who have ideas to work on to bring them into fruition and present them to the Board of Directors in a formal presentation using the framework to explain their ideas.

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CULTURE

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WALKING THROUGH LIFE TOGETHER

By Hannah Thibodeau

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irginia was having a stressful day working at Dayton’s. It was busy and the retail industry was not something she was passionate about.

That’s when Lisbeth Armstrong, former Chief Program Officer at Hammer, came up to chat.

lot along the way. She has worked at multiple group homes at Hammer and even helped open our Jersey home, where she currently works full-time Virginia noted that both she and Hammer have evolved quite a bit since she started. One aspect remains the same though, her favorite part of the job being the relationships she has created along the way. She has a great bond with each of the men at Jersey and also keeps in touch with other individuals she has worked with throughout the years by picking up shifts at homes and apartments outside of Jersey.

At Jersey, the group enjoys going shopping, listening to music and even grilling out all year round. She helps out with the men’s routines and encourages them to be as independent as possible.

Virginia (right) pictured with Ted (left) who is making his favorite sauce for the chicken.

The two had known each other for many years but hadn’t seen one another for a while. As they caught up, Virginia expressed that she was having a bad day at work. It was then that Lisbeth shared that Hammer had an opening for a Direct Support Professional position and suggested that Virginia apply. The rest is history.

Virginia and Bruce all ready to ride the trolley in the JJ Hill Day parade.

“Every day you look at what the needs are and get them to help themselves and believe in themselves,” Virginia says. “You don’t want to just do things for them. I’d rather we walk side-by-side through life.”

That mindset is how Virginia approaches each day of work and is one of the many reasons she has been a successful Hammer staple for over 30 years. She has been there for the individuals she

supports on a smaller scale such as just going grocery shopping, to bigger life events such as siblings getting married or difficult times, such as a parent’s death. It’s the relationships that count to Virginia.

For Virginia, her life as a direct support professional isn’t a job, rather an opportunity to live life with the individuals she supports and help them along the way.

Virginia had experience with Hammer in the past, as she interned in the dormitories a few years prior. Her father, Tom Carpenter, was also on the Board of Directors when she was young, as her sister was born with a disability, so he was passionate about providing services to individuals with disabilities.

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Virginia (right) pictured with the guys who live at Hammer’s 1st Ave. group home. (Left to right) Pat, Tim, Tristan, and Virginia.

Virginia celebrating her 30th Anniversary with Hammer.

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WHEN YOU BLEED PURPLE

By Ann Martinka, Customer Relations at Hammer Travel

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ne of Hammer Travel’s most popular trips is the MN Vikings Training Camp. This trip tends to fill up months in advance. The reason it is so popular is the experience created by Rick Spielman, Logan Johnson, and the Vikings staff, coaches and players. This year, besides getting to be on the field, each individual was given a backpack with a football to use for autographs.

Bill is a die-hard Vikings fan and his family knew this was a trip he would enjoy and be able to talk about for a long time.

In order for this trip to work for Bill, a one-to-one Hammer Travel staff needed to be secured to be able to support Bill on this trip. It was fun for the staff to watch Bill as he met and talked with the players. Bill was ‘almost’ speechless when meeting Adam Thielen and Kirk Cousins. He still had plenty to say about the Vikings team and let Rick Spielman in on his thoughts. I’m sure that Rick is still pondering his suggestions!

Bill has decided to have his signed football put into a case to sit in his room, but he is most proud of his backpack and it has a strategic place of honor on his wheelchair.

Often time our Vikings Camp travelers will call Hammer Travel both before the trip and after to talk about the team, give predictions and relay good old-fashioned Minnesota style armchair quarterbacking. Once at the field, they are not afraid to give their advice to the players as to what to focus on to have a winning season.

One of the Vikings' favorite moments was when Chris told defensive linemen Everson Griffen and Danielle Hunter to “Go get that Rogers this year!” Everson responded with a yell of agreement and picked up Chris for a big bear hug. Chris is on his fifth Vikings Training Camp trip with Hammer Travel.

The Hammer Travel Group that enjoyed the Vikings Training Camp this year.

Chris giving Danielle Hunter a “Go get ‘em” handshake.

Each year he reports that it gets better and better! He gets excited for the next years' camp about one week into the season and calls to put his name on the list for next year.

Per Logan Johnson, “From our end, we love hosting Hammer Travel at Training Camp each year. The attitude of each traveler is truly contagious for everyone they interact with— staff, coaches, and players. We can always count on this group to bring the excitement and offer advice to our players on things to focus on this year.”

SKOL Vikings!

Chris and Everson Griffen engaging in a big bear hug.

TO KNOW MORE >> Want to learn more about Hammer Travel?

Visit HammerTravel.org.

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

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BUILDING STRENGTH FOR OUR FUTURE

By Cate Saracen Peters, Director of Workforce Development

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s we entered the house, sounds of conversation and laughter filled the stairway. Brittney Severson, Program Manager at Emery, (home to four young adults), was connecting with her team of Direct Support Professionals gathered at the dining room table. All were engaged in sharing their dedicated commitment and primary focus of supporting these four young lives.

Brittney Severson and Ali taking a selfie.

At the time, Brittney had recently graduated from Hammer’s leadership program and was actively seeking training support for her staff members. Leading strong teams, a class focus in the program, was one that Brittney clearly had a passion for.

She continually encouraged her team to “lead from where they are,” sharing their experiences and learning from one another.

“Here are just a few components of the program that I valued during my learning experience,” Brittney says: •

“Hammer’s investment in developing the talents of both new-in-role managers as well as those looking to gain leadership skills and reach for growth opportunities. It is a setting where everyone is comfortable and can make connections with those in a similar career path.”

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“The program implements various learning styles to help us succeed: classroom, discussion, small group, onsite, mentorship, assignments, etc.”

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“The content is focused on over-arching topics that are relevant to our role while still providing examples, as well as deep dive thought provoking questions and scenarios that are specific to our sites and unique experiences.”

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“Training enlisted multiple instructors who are skilled in their area of expertise.”

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“I have been strengthened as a leader especially by the classes in the manager training program related to conflict resolution. Since my training I have taken on the role of coach which has allowed my teams to resolve conflict themselves, learning to grow as a team in a more independent manner. My new approach champions open and honest conversation between the staff members first, while still being a support system if needed.

It has helped to strengthen relationships and saves valuable time, energy, and resources resolving conflict.”

When we consider the critical importance of retention and internal recruitment for leadership roles, Hammer’s company culture of collaborative support is at the core of our success.

One program cannot be credited with providing the training and support our emerging leaders are receiving. Experienced managers and directors alike are making the commitment to recognize talent while helping to sharpen skills through on-the-job training. Preparing future leaders within our organization is happening on a continual basis.

Abby Baggentoss (left) helping Jamie make her weekly grocery shopping list in the community apartment.

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Left to right: Saffrona Carlson, Daniel Schneider, Derick Spies, Abdul Qayyumi, Helena Watson, and Coleace Hunt.

Abby Baggentoss’s career path to Program Manager is just one example.

She shares how walking beside her employees as others did for her has been pivotal and influential toward building a strong relationship with her team: Abby shares: “When I first started as a manager, my staff team was going through a lot of changes. Considering all the different personalities and trying to rally a team into working together can be a challenge. After the training program, it really helped me to be able to focus on the strengths of each of my staff and help them succeed. It’s awesome to see growth in each of them and get them excited about becoming managers themselves! We have all really grown this past year and not only the staff–I’ve seen it in all the individuals we suppoer and that’s what this job is about.”

The importance of time invested continues beyond the classroom where one-on-one training is provided with new managers at their program site.

With the power of the relationship being foundational to personal and professional growth, our Leader Mentoring program rounds out the new leader’s learning experience. All participants are matched up with an experienced leader from within the organization. This connection is a true mentoring relationship where trust is built over time and provides a solid starting place for next steps in their leadership journey.

From left to right: Abdul Qayyumi, Helena Watson, and Daniel Schneider are three of the most recent emerging leaders who are now Program Managers.

Abdul Qayyumi, a recent graduate of the program shares: “I have greatly appreciated the opportunity and support provided during the program and now as a new Program Manager. This is even more exciting when you have a mentor that you can always reach out to for suggestions. It does pave the way to achievements.”

Recently after teaching a class, as Lisa Barker and I walked away, we were struck by the familiar hum of engaged, enthusiastic conversation. It was the new emerging leaders utilizing their strengths, while looking forward to educating and influencing others.

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OH, HOME NOW

By Kim Keprios, Sister of MK

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h, home now” my brother Mike proclaims… this is music to my ears. Not that I don’t love him coming to my home for slumber parties and family gatherings, but because he really does feel that he is home at “Broadway.” Thanks to dedicated, patient, fun and engaging staff who support Mike and his roommates, Mike is the happiest I have ever seen him since his years at our family home, growing up together with his four chatty siblings and parents.

Staff with Hammer have invested in getting to really know Mike, what he likes and what he simply doesn’t want to do, his favorite topics to talk about — Go Twins (a sad ending to a great season) music of all kinds, especially Country Western, shopping for jeans, and eating. Each team member has a gift. Carmen spoils him with her cooking talents. Sylvester bursts into Broadway with his positive energy, banter, and his beautiful singing voice. Special outings with Jeff, Allie’s weekend support where she shares good laughs with “MK,” and Sam’s efforts to keep interesting opportunities available like music therapy and massage therapy for all the guys in their home and ensure staff are well informed about the guys they support. All these thoughtful and creative acts make Mike feel cared for, valued, respected, and safe.

I also have great respect and appreciation for the Hammer

Mike and his sisters.

Leadership Team. They stay true to the values and visions of founder Alvina Hammer and continue to seek innovative approaches to ensure they meet the evolving needs and dreams of the people they support. As a family member and a longterm professional advocate, I believe Hammer is exceptional in the inclusion and partnership they create with families— this speaks volumes and makes a difference in the quality of services and supports provided.

On behalf of Mike (aka MK) and the rest of the Keprios family, we are deeply grateful to be a part of the “Hammer Family” and the wonderful team who gives their all — indeed, there is no place like home!

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You give people the life they deserve.

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Michael’s mom, Dorothy, celebrated a special birthday. We celebrate Dorothy for making monthly gifts. She is an Alvina Angel. Like our founder, Alvina Hammer, Dorothy does what it takes to help Michael have a good life. She makes gifts that fit into her budget. She is reassured by the fact that Michael has a comfortable and stable home at Hammer with caregivers who help him have his best life. Dorothy shares, “It is important that he does not have to manage stairs with his visual impairment. Since Michael has moved to Broadway he has adjusted well. He is content.”

Please Call Me Jazzy

By Ginger Venable, Event and Project Manager

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y real name is Jasmine, but I prefer Jazzy, especially today. I just moved into my very own apartment for the first time. My new life is just beginning thanks to all of the wonderful people who donated to Hammer’s Quality of Life Fund.

I’ve lived at Hammer for eighteen years. I’m always bright and smiley (when I want to be). While growing up at Hammer I’ve been able to experience life to its fullest.

I recently graduated from Wayzata High School and because of your gifts, I’ve been able to participate in lots of school activities, to take swim lessons, and go to Camp Friendship.

This wonderful life is brought to you by Bill Bieber, co-founder of the Quality of Life Fund and his friends listed below.

Contributors: 10/01/2018 - 09/30/2019

Jazzy in her new apartment.

Now I’m on the move. My new place is a very special one-bedroom apartment in Plymouth where everything has been modified so I can do things for myself. The major remodel of my home is so, so cool. I can reach everything and get things done without much help. Okay, a little help from my support staff at my apartment.

Your contributions make a world of difference to me and the 275 other people like me, who are supported by Hammer. Every single gift is appreciated and will make a difference in a life… my life… that I promise you.

Philip Ahern Pete and Margie Ankeny Fund John and Patricia Bailey Andrew Bennett Bieber Family Foundation / Bill Bieber Greg and Lisa Buck John and Carol Busacker Al and Toni Cady Charles and Mary Carlsen Paul and Mary Cederberg Michael and Ann Ciresi Richard and Judith Corson Frank and Sue Dosal Paul and Mary Freeman Stanley and Luella Goldberg Family Foundation Suzanne and David Goodwin Roger and Cheryl Ann Heegaard L.H. Hendrickson Family Charitable Fund / L.H Hendrickson Company Robert and Signe Hensel David Hey and Barbara Roy William Hodder John and Colleen Hooley Alan and Diane Horner Eric Janus and Carolyn Chalmers Laurence and Jean LeJeune Paul and Janice Lindbloom

McGlynn Family Foundation / Michael and Julie McGlynn Dave and Debbie Meyer Fredrick and Christine Meyer Michael O'Connell and Susan Hayes Mark and Robin Osmanski John and Gigi Ossanna The Honorable Alan C. Page Gregory Page Kay Phillips and Jill Mortensen Tom and Mollie Raih Family Fund James and Jane Ramsland Gary and Susan Rappaport Family Fund Ted and Mary Rogers Colleen Ryan Dudley and Marti Ryan William and Joyce Sexton Family Foundation Mike and Pam Sime Douglas and Kathryn Smith Dean and Ruth Spatz Howard and Tillie Stacker Thomas and Jeanne Sween TCF Foundation Matching Gifts Voelbel Family Fund / Richard and Lynn Voelbel Gary and Vicki Wyard

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PARTNERSHIPS

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SMILE POWER

By Angela Bernhardt, Director of Major Gifts

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or the first time in her adult life, Wendy, 65, is going to the dentist every six months. “My dentist is nice, he listens to me, and when I had a cavity, he gave me laughing gas so it didn’t hurt,” said Wendy.

Wendy’s regular dental visits are only possible because of a grant from the Delta Dental Foundation of Minnesota. She has limited financial resources, and Medical Assistance (MA), Minnesota’s Medicaid program, only provides funds for Wendy to visit the dentist once per year and no longer covers the administration of nitrous oxide to help with the pain and stress of a visit.

Because of Delta Dental, Wendy is smiling more and takes great pride in her electric toothbrush and her ability to take care of her teeth all by herself.

“What started with funds for electric toothbrushes, has become a game changer in the lives of those living at Hammer,” according to Brandon Eddy, Hammer’s Director of Nursing.

Hammer was recently awarded a fifth grant from the Foundation for $40,000 to pay for second dental visits, oral health tools, and needed dental work to those served

by Hammer, who would otherwise not have the ability to pay.

Wendy showing off her Delta Dental smile spinning the wheel to win a prize at the Family Day Picnic this year.

“Before our partnership with Delta Dental, necessary dental work would not happen until it became an emergency. People suffered with constant dull toothaches, impacting behaviors and limiting their quality of life.

Delta Dental helped create a culture change. We are “My dentist is nice, talking daily about oral hygiene and the impact on he listens to me, living a healthy and happy and when I had a lifestyle — and we’ve had no cavity, he gave me dental emergencies — which laughing gas so it is huge,” Eddy says.

didn’t hurt.”

During the most recent grant period, there were a total — Wendy of 74 requests for financial assistance from 44 individuals at a total cost of $60,147.

What is not covered by the Delta Dental grant is provided by generous donors to Hammer’s Quality of Life Fund. For some people, using donated funds means catching up on years, if not decades, of poor dental hygiene. For others, regular check-ups and cleaning have significantly reduced the number of cavities, down 38 percent in just one year.

Brandon (left) with Gabe (right) who is showing off his pearly whites thanks to the Delta Dental grant dollars that Hammer was awarded five years in a row.

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“There’s been a complete transformation around how Hammer employees and individuals we serve view oral health; a new, deeper understanding and appreciation of the correlation between overall health and dental health,” says Eddy. “Those we serve are empowered, motivated, and have the necessary tools to be successful in their pursuit of optimal oral health. Thank you, Delta Dental!”

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FINDING JOY

By Cathy Thoma, Director of Volunteer Resources

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udy Mason first heard about Hammer through her brother, Bob Ziegeweid. Bob had been matched as a one-on-one volunteer with John at Zealand through Hammer’s Make a Friend, Be a Friend program. Judy enjoyed hearing his stories about the fun he and John had together, doing things they both enjoyed.

who is supported by Hammer at our Gardner home and who likes the same activities.

When Brittni was first introduced to Judy, she was quiet and shy. But once they started to get to know each other, the walls crumbled and Brittni’s personality shined through. Judy describes Brittni as a vibrant young woman with an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor.

Knowing his sister well, Bob thought Judy (left) and Brittni.

Judy would love to Since Brittni works during volunteer with Hammer the day, Judy and Brittni spend and suggested contacting time in the evenings going out for dinner, the Volunteer Department. What piqued to the movies, to Hammer’s Bingo Night, Judy’s interest was the simplicity of the or doing arts and crafts at Brittni’s home. involvement of becoming a one-on-one volunteer along with the joy you give and Judy is also Brittni’s number one sports fan and has attended her softball games. the joy that you receive.

Judy says Brittni can really drive the ball During the volunteer vetting process, and is a fast runner. She is an overall Judy shared her interests of reading, great athlete. going to movies and the theater, out to lunch with friends, shopping, exercise, Brittny Blevins, Program Manager at and arts and crafts. Based on these Gardner, says that Judy and Brittni are interests, Judy was matched with Brittni, a great fit for each other. Brittni shared

Judy and Brittni almost had a Bingo!

with her program manager that she enjoys Judy’s friendship because she does fun things with her, and learns something new about Judy every time they are together. She really enjoys doing arts and crafts, and going out to eat with Judy.

One of Judy’s favorite memories was going to see the Lego II movie. Neither she nor Brittni had seen the Lego movie, so they weren’t exactly sure what the plot was in the movie. Instead they became interested in the audience members, particularly the young male teens sitting near them. The teens kept getting up to get more and more popcorn, candy, and soda, to the amazement of Judy and Brittni. They couldn’t believe anyone could eat that much popcorn! They also couldn’t stop laughing about it.

Judy would like others to know that volunteering with Brittni has had an impact on her. “Having a friend like Brittni puts life into perspective. You learn to appreciate the little things in the moment.” She also wants those who are considering becoming a one- onone volunteer to know that, “When you are volunteering at Hammer you are surrounded by goodness and love. It will warm your soul with joy!”

Brittni (left) and Judy out to eat at Maggie’s before Hammer Bingo Night.

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THE DOSE HEALTH MEDISET CHANGES EVERYTHING

By Brandon Eddy, Director of Health Services

Medication passing is difficult. Change is good.

Those two statements have led to the most impactful change in the way we are passing medications at eight Hammer programs. Hammer staff administer approximately 1,300,000 individual pills a year. The risk for error is high due to the fact that many pills are being administered.

Direct Support Professionals are becoming harder and harder to find. Using staff time effectively to ensure the individuals Hammer supports are living their lives as independently as they are able, is the number one priority of the Health Services department.

Over my three years as Director of Nursing, staff members have expressed concern about the amount of time spent punching out pills and documenting these medication passes.

This supports the statement, “medication passing is difficult.” Enter Dose Health and their Dose Flip electronic pill organizer, MediSet. Born from the desire to tackle the hidden epidemic of medication non-adherence, Dose Health has created the best electronic MediSet on the market.

Ebony dispensing her evening meds.

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The Dose Health MediSet solves many of the problems that plagued electronic MediSets in the past:

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Ease of use Portability Durability Back office data Alert systems Connectivity

In April, Alaina Gallagher, Dose Health Vice President of Sales, approached Sean Henderson, our tech guru at Hammer, with a simple question… “Can this be used in your group homes?”

With that simple question, the pilot program at our Jordan group home was born. We started using the Dose Flip Medisets to administer the majority of the medications in mid-May. Within days, the staff were thrilled at the ease of use and the amount of time saved.

The old medication passing process went like this:

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Log into the computer Pull out 6-15 medications Match each label on the computer Punch each medication into a medication cup Triple check the medications in the cup Administer the medications to the correct person Document on the computer and medication cards

The Dose Flip has completely changed how we administer medications. Our staff spend a fraction of the time they used on preparing and giving medication which in turn allows them to spend more time with the individuals they support. The Dose Flip also allows the individuals to dispense their own medication, which they were unable to do before we started using the Dose Flip system. Overall, it has been a welcome addition to the tools we use to help individuals be more independent."— Micha Dagel, Program Manager, Merrimac

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The Dose Health MediSet has dramatically freed up a lot of extra time for staff to do other things in the morning. It's given the individuals much more control in taking their own medications. There also havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been med errors since we started Dose Flip, which is huge!

Gabe is able to take his own meds that are preset up by Hammer nurses.

Each dosage is dispensed into a cup and Gabe takes them on-time using precisley the dosage needed.

â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Patience Zelee, Program Manager >> DSPs OF THE MONTH | 2019

Staff members would do that for four individuals, three times a day.

This process would take anywhere from 45-75 minutes per medication passing time, which means roughly three to four hours per day.

JANUARY Paul Holewa (Royal Oaks)

Now with the Dose Flips, the house nurse fills the Dose Flip ahead of time. The streamlined medication process is:

FEBRUARY Nadu Lawson (Float)

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MARCH Madia Dade (Gardner)

Staff logs in to the computer Press Dispense on Dose Flip Dose Flip opens to pre-filled medication slot Individual pours medications out Individual takes medications Staff documents on the computer

It now takes staff approximately ten minutes to administer medications each passing time, which ends up being roughly thirty minutes per day. Change is good! With this extra time, staff are able to focus more on each individual.

With the success of this pilot program, Hammer has expanded the use of the MediSet to seven more group homes across Hammer. Our next question is, can we use Dose Flip to increase individual independence across Hammer?

APRIL Sylvester Martin (Broadway) MAY Victoria Kou (Arkansas) JUNE Tammy Delfun (Carlson) JULY Mike Casey (ICS) AUGUST Jenny Krahn (Gardner) SEPTEMBER Emily Lavalier (Emery)

If you have any questions or comments related to the Dose Health Dose Flip MediSet, please feel free to contact Brandon Eddy beddy@hammer. org or call 952-277-2425.

OCTOBER Monti Patrick (Royal Oaks) NOVEMBER James Binda (Cedarwood) Jammi taking her own meds.

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WOW, I’M ACTUALLY REALLY ENJOYING THIS!

By Katie Pease, Community Life Coordinator

A

t Hammer, the Community Life department focuses on providing opportunities for community engagement, personal wellness, fitness, and nutrition for all individuals supported by our organization. At the core of our work is the heart of Hammer’s mission to help those in our care design lives that are full and happy. Having a place to belong, a place to be yourself, a place with friends and support—all of these things contribute to overall happiness.

Jill and her friends at Hammer Bowling.

Left to right: Marvin, Andrew, Jill, and David.

It is all good and well to have positive intentions with the planning and execution of activities and events; however, it takes a great deal of courage for someone to try something new. To better illustrate this, I would like to share a little bit about an individual named Jill and some of her experiences with Community Life this summer.

Jill with her friends on Steamboat Minnehaha.

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Jill is supported through Hammer’s Avana apartment program.

I have known Jill for several years, but over this past summer especially, I had the pleasure of seeing her at more activities and events. Jill has a friendly personality and a smile that lights up a room.

During Hammer Bowling this summer, Jill was faced with disappointments when it came to her personal scores. One of the staff members at her apartment program noticed this and made it a point to encourage Jill to continue trying and to not associate her personal worth with bowling scores. The staff member reminded Jill that bowling could be viewed as a fun opportunity for socialization and exercise and that scores don’t really matter. The consistency with this staff’s encouraging words saw Jill back week-after-week throughout the entire summer of Hammer Bowling and toward the end of the season, Jill got her first strike.

Another moment highlighting Jill’s courage came during our Steamboat Minnehaha event. Jill was unsure if she was going to follow through with joining the Hammer group for this event, but ultimately ended up coming along. During the trip, she socialized with several people she knew and then made her way up to the front to try her hand at captaining the boat.

Donning the captain’s hat and grabbing the wheel firmly with both hands, the biggest grin began to grow on Jill’s face. The happiness of that moment was palpable, and then it got even better as Jill exclaimed, “Wow, I’m actually really enjoying this!”

This summer was a fun one at Hammer. Here’s to more strikes at bowling, smiles on boat trips, and reminders of just how brave a person can be when faced with the unknown.

Jill captaining the Minnehaha steamboat.

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— Mary Patterson

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Thank you for your kind gifts honoring and remembering your friends and loved ones.

In Honor of

John Barbetta Shelia Barbetta Sue Gregor Richard and Joan Baker Hammer Nurses Richard and Nancy Kaner Hammer Staff Mary Patterson

In Memory of

Ruth Aydt Gervae Anderson Wallace Roles Adam Barbetta Judith and Kent Davidson Marvin and Rosemary Fish Mary Kelly Carol McCloskey Jane Pinter Marie Silvernagel Lynn Smith Mariann Wolf Mike Barrow John and Meryl Barrow Gail Bieber Ben and Mary Stephens James Budd Juanita and Ray Ernhart David Davenport Copeland Buhl & Company Peggy Douglas Bernie Engdahl Jill and Michael Kelly Jeff Fazendin Gary and Ann Bullock Ruth Dewton Peder and Linda Engebretson Karen Halverson Ronald H. Hanson Margaret Happel Peter and Lynn Ramme Patricia Sparrow John and Benita Talbot Pamela Wagner Steven and Jean Williams Dick A. Willis Becky Gromek CENTURY 21 / Scheetz Independent Packing Services, Inc Supply Chain Solutions UnitedHealth Group Carmen Aszmann Bob and Donna Ayers Patrick and Teri Barnett Eloise Beckman Mark Berus and Gwen Schuller-Berus Eric and Anne Bloomstrand Annette Boller Georgie Ann Bright and Dawn Orgon Laura, Gina and Bobby Carlson Melanie and Darrin Carlson Judith Catton Tony and Brenda Ciardelli Midge Clausen Mark and Kathryn Dalbec Mr. and Mrs. James Denn Andrew Droen Gary and Joyce Ellis Walter and Heidi Erickson

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CONTRIBUTORS OF IN-KIND GOODS AND SERVICES Thanks to many local businesses and families for contributing to our homes, the Moms on a Mission Fashion Show, special events, and Hammerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reach for Ralph Fundraiser. Thank you for your contributions from January 1, 2019 through September 30, 2019.

3 Squares Restaurant 6Smith A Wreath of Franklin Absolute Sourcing, Inc. Addiction Cycle Advantage Sales and Marketing al Vento Allegra Print & Imaging Al's Place Anonymous Aramark Refreshment Services Barbette Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Barbara Bencini and Bill Janahosky Bent Paddle Brewing Angela and George Bernhardt Birch's on the Lake Black Sheep Pizza Blizzard Ski and Snowboard School BLVD Kitchen and Bar Judy Bourland Barbara and Bill Brandt Steve and Gwenn Branstad Bruegger's Bagels Candlelight Floral & Gifts Barry and Debbie Carlson Gerald M. Caruso, Jr. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Stephen Charrier Chili's Christiansen Group Closet & Storage Concepts Coldwell Banker Burnet Crooked Pint Ale House Crooners Lounge and Supper Club Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West Carol A. Curoe Wynn Curtiss D'Amico & Sons Carol and George Daum Donatelli's Lisa and Scott Dongoske Drakes Organic Spirits Mary Drazan Drybar - Wayzata George Emerson EverGreene Jewelers Excelsior Brewing Company Lesa and Colin Fenwick Fiber Connections The Foursome Ian and Carol Friendly Front Row Sales and Marketing Frost River Brewery Chelsey Fugleberg Rebecca and Ron Furnival James and Mary Gag Maryanne Galvin

George and the Dragon Gina Maria's Pizza Lisa and John Greenberg Grizzly's Wood-Fired Grill Steve Gryzan and Tom Reyner Guthrie Theater Hamel Rodeo Bill and Janet Hansen Mark and Lynn Hansen Greg and Kathy Hanson Meghan Hanson Devin Harrington Tim and Amy Haugen

Jake's City Grille Diana James David and Sharron Johnson Ron and Dorie Johnson Julie and David Jones Judd Frost Clothiers Jules Loft Kalla Lilly Salon and Spa Karen Lafferty Design Peter Kenefick Kowalski's Market Kwik Trip Tange Ladhani Maureen Laird-Hayes and

Loffler Companies Luci Restaurants Lucky's Pub Maggie's Family Restaurant Mama Maria's Italian Ristorante Ann and Robert Martinka Massage Energy Therapy Inc. Margaret T. Matejcek Maynard's Restaurant McCormick's Pub and Restaurant Barb McLaine

Linda and Bob Mlnarik Kimberly Monaghan Monello MyPillow Denny and Mary Newell Danny Ngo Kevan and Laurie Nitzberg OMC Roadhouse Omni Brewing Mary and Michael Ongstad Original Pancake House Otten Bros. Nursery Nate Otto Paint Nail Bar

Over 130 different businesses and individuals donated auction items to this years' Reach for Ralph Fundraiser. Chris, Jenny, and Katie Thank you!

Highland Grill Highway 55 Party Rental Linda and Kenneth Holmen Holy Land Restaurant Pat and Michael Houston Charlie and Jaci Hurd HyVee Supermarket Plymouth Illusion Theater Jade Fountain Chinese Restaurant

Steve Hayes Lakeside Family Dentistry Lakeside Wines & Spirits Emily Lavalier Barb Lebowitz Let's Dish Lexus of Wayzata Sheila and Peter Lind Phil and Barb Lindblad Lions Club of Wayzata LocalTies

Medina Golf and Country Club Medina Ventures Taya Mergott Mid America Festivals Minnesota Dance Theater Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Minnesota Orchestra Minnesota State Fair Minnesota Twins

Red Rabbit Restaurant and Bar Roasted Pear Rock Elm Tavern Rockvam Boat Rentals Frank and Nancy Rondoni Audrae Rosenzweig Terry and Cathy Roth Sakana Sushi and Bistro Bar Karen Scheltema Schuler Shoes Tim Scott and Steven Bowen Sea Glass Fine Art Photography Peter and Jen Sellwood Sharepoint Credit Union spavia Day Spa St. Paul Grill St. Paul Saints Stephi Jean Photography Stevie Ray's Improv Company Betsy Stromberg Rebecca Sundquist Sunshine Factory Denine Taylor Cathy and Morgan Thoma Tonkadale Greenhouse Top Golf Total Wine Trader Joe's Jack and Cheryl Tuckner Twin City Heating & Air Mark and Karen Uecker Ginger and Tom Venable Village Automotive Group Vincent-Shoferd Transportation WA Frost and Company Sue and Kim Walker Mark and Kathy Wallraff Wardrobe Refinery Warners' Stellian Company Inc. Wayzata Bay Car Wash Wellspring Health Center Julie and Wymond WesleyWong Pamela Whitcomb Deb Wieberdink Woodhouse Day Spa Yellow Tree Theatre Young Joni Bill and Bonnie Young

Panera Bread Paradise Charter Cruises Park Tavern Doug and Marilyn Paul Pizza Luce Pizzeria Lola Princess Party Pals Punch Pizza R. F. Moeller Jeweler Ishwari Rajak Rebel Room

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of donor records, errors occasionally occur. If your name is omitted, misspelled, or misplaced, please accept our apologies and contact Cari at 952-277-2454.

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ALVINA HAMMER HERITAGE SOCIETY We are proud to honor you: visionary individuals who have made a Legacy Gift by including Hammer in your estate plans. Thank you for your extraordinary investment in our mission!

Anonymous (7) *Leonard + and Mary + Aase Lisa M. Anderson *Margaret + and James + Argall Steven Argall Trust Lisbeth and Mark Armstrong *Dorothy A. Bailey + Leigh Bailey and Freda Marver Angela and George Bernhardt *Rae + and Albin + Carlson *Rae Carlson + Trust Gerald M. Caruso, Jr. Richard and Judith Corson Carol Curoe Judith and Kent Davidson Lisa and Scott Dongoske John Estrem Marvin and Rosemary Fish

Shirley (Rip) and Ted + Freeman Jean and Bill Gjetson Don and Heidi Haberman *Donald A. Hartmann + *Claire and Don + Hinrichs Linda and Kenneth Holmen Beulah + and Ingvald + Hongerholt Dean Hongerholt Trust Patricia and Michael Houston *Mary Ann and Jack + Huddleston Joan + and Bill Krippner Wayne Krippner Trust Laura Langer Robert and Michelle Luke Lewis and Jill Mithun Jean and Tim + Nelson

Bruce and Merry Jo Parker Father Don Piche *Robert M. Reed +Trust *Allen and LaVonne Ribbe Kent and Traci Scholten *Clara Schonlau + Elaine and Marshall + Siegel Don and Annie Smithmier Deloris + and Wallace + Solseth Ellen Timmerman-Borer and Kevin Borer Barbara Tuckner *Grace + and Paul + Voetmann Pete and Carolyn Wahtera *Mary Wesley + Karole Whipps * Legacy gift received + Deceased

You too can leave a legacy, so your cherished values live on. If you already have a will, a quick phone call to your attorney is all you will need to add a charitable gift to Hammer. You can also designate Hammer as a beneficiary of your retirement fund (IRA, 401(k), 403(b)), and life insurance plan. Don’t have a will?

Now is a great time to start planning and to consider including Hammer Residences. Contact Angela Bernhardt or Ellen Timmerman-Borer at 952-473-1261 for more information.

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Make a Gift Directly from your IRA to Hammer. If you are 70 ½ or older, you can give a gift directly from your IRA to support Hammer Residences. While you will not receive an income-tax deduction, you will not pay taxes on any distributions made directly to Hammer.

A gift from your IRA also reduces your taxable income, which could help reduce your Medicare premiums and the amount of Social Security benefits that are taxable.

Contact your IRA plan administrator to request that your qualified charitable distribution is made directly to Hammer Residences today.

HAMMER EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTORS These Hammer employees have chosen to make financial gifts to change the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your contributions from January 1, 2019 through September 30, 2019.

Dianne Berg Katie and Matt Berg Angela Bernhardt Joan Boerschinger Dan and Kate Bottiger Barbara and Bill Brandt Aaron Briggs Michael Bryant Jay Butler Tomeko ChampionPatrick Suzanne and Bill Christianson

Colin and Chelsea Clark Patrick Curoe Brandon and Christine Eddy Ashley Emerson Tim Eshelman John Estrem Chelsey Fugleberg Lisa and John Greenberg Kim Hansen and Mickey Joldzic Mark and Lynn Hansen

Patty and Ben Hastings Jan Hopper Elizabeth Hoskyn Denise Johnson Momo J. Johnson Patricia Jones Emily Lavalier Ann and Robert Martinka William Mbu Diana and Dennis McClay Kevin McLaughlin Stefanie Miller

Jo Nolan Katherine Noon Maima Parker Jill Peters Kristin and Duane Pyka Craig and Jennifer Raymond Rachel Revels Rose Rizzi Samantha Robinson Thomas Russeth Cate Saracen-Peters and Gordy Peters Cari and Jeff Sheley

Jacob Snell Margaret Starr-Knox Brandi and Monty Sterry Betsy Stromberg Isabel Sultana Esther Swen Cathy and Morgan Thoma Mikitra Thomas Kevin Borer and Ellen Timmerman-Borer Jerry Towianski Karen and Brian Trygstad

Regan Vanevenhoven Diana Vang Ginger and Tom Venable Sue and Kim Walker Dennis Zelee

“It’s when the individuals, staff, families, friends, and representatives from different departments within Hammer all come together like we do that we create the best possible support to these wonderful men who live at Broadway. The families who support us are such a big aspect of this picture! THANK YOU for all of your generosity, support, and kindness!”

–Sam Vokaty, Program Manager, Broadway Home Andy lives at Broadway in Wayzata. He and his caregiver, Sylvester, enjoyed the Hammer Family Day Picnic this fall.

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SEE ALL THESE SMILING FACES? You made that happen! Our employee appreciation event was a huge success, thanks to you. Your cash gifts, gift cards and great prizes made it a success. We all serve better knowing that we are appreciated.

THANK YOU!!

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