Benevilla Annual Impact Report 2022

ENRICHING LIVES: Through Service to the Community

LIFE ENRICHMENT DAY PROGRAMS

Benevilla’s four programs provide respite for family caregivers while caring for older adults with dementia, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, stroke survivors, and those with Parkinson’s Disease. Members have the opportunity to connect with others in meaningful and enriching ways, including the intergenerational program at Lucy Anne’s Place.

C.A.R.E.S. INFORMATION & RESOURCES

The Community Assistance, Resources, Education & Support, (C.A.R.E.S.) department has highly trained Resource Coordinators who use an extensive community resource database to find solutions for issues affecting seniors, families, caregivers and others in need. In addition, they facilitate a variety of support groups, educational workshops and events.

HOME SERVICES VOLUNTEER-BASED

Home Services, provides home bound, isolated or disabled older adults with a little extra assistance and resources to help maintain their independence. Our volunteers help with free home services including: rides to medical appointments, grocery shopping, emergency errands, friendly visitor & phone pals, business assistance, and light handyman services.

WIRTZIE’S PRESCHOOL & CHILD CARE

Wirtzie’s accredited preschool and childcare program provides a safe and nurturing environment for children ages six weeks to five years old to learn and discover through play. The intergenerational program provides structured time for the children to spend with older adults at Lucy Anne’s Place through meaningful interactive activities.

BENEFITNESS ADAPTIVE GYM

Benefitness provides specialized individual and group fitness instruction serving those in our community with different abilities, special considerations, and ongoing clinical needs.

79% of caregivers surveyed feel emotionally drained caring for a loved one.

89% of caregivers surveyed who have a loved one in Benevilla’s Life Enrichment Day Programs felt it improved their quality of life.

98% of Benevilla members and their spouses/caregivers surveyed would recommend Benevilla programs and services to a family member or friend.

85% of the Home Services members surveyed believe that the program has helped maintain their independence.

97% of parents of Wirtzie’s Preschool & Childcare children surveyed say their child is generally happy, relaxed, and engaged in activities while attending the program.

92% of spouses/caregivers of Bene fitness members surveyed say that Bene fitness has helped them keep their loved one at home.

BENEVILLA 2022 IMPACT IN THE COMMUNITY

48,807 Acts of Care and Compassion | 6,998 Individual Lives Enriched

We share some highlights along the bottom of each page

2,643

HOME SERVICE ACTS PROVIDED BY BENEVILLA VOLUNTEERS

Grocery Shopping, Transportation, Friendly Visitors/Phone Pals, Handyman Services, Errands, Business Assistance, and Holiday Meal Delivery

“I would highly recommend the Life Enrichment Day programs to anyone needing a break from caregiving. Just knowing that your loved one is being treated with kindness, caring, and respect makes a world of difference.”

VOICES OF GRATITUDE: Stories from Lives Touched

“I’m amazed at the improvement I’ve seen with several areas of concern in just 2 weeks of attending classes at Benefitness. These classes are just what I’ve needed.”

“I was so nervous to drop off my 6 month old daughter at daycare for the first time. Wirtzie’s took all of that worry away our first day. Their staff is so caring and attentive, they treat the children as their own. The staff is fabulous and are always providing updates throughout the day. I can’t thank the Wirtzie’s team enough for giving me piece of mind throughout the day and for treating my baby as their own.”

“Thanks to all for making mom so comfortable and giving her the opportunities to laugh and share happy moments with others. Mom loves coming to Mary’s Place, and I love bringing her, knowing she will have a better day just for being there.”

“The support group is a good place to share ideas and to know that I am not the only one who is going through these challenges.”

“Wirtzie’s Preschool and Child Care is fantastic, and we are so blessed to have found them for my daughter!”

“My sister loves to participate in the Intergenerational activities. She always says that each child is a precious granddaughter or grandson, and they always have so much fun!”

“Thank you for your assistance over the last 3 years in helping me keep my independance at home. Your Home Services Staff and Volunteers have been extremely kind and helpful during my times in need.”

“The Benevilla Helping Partners Day and Group Supported Employment Programs are truly facilitating my sons’ growth of becoming a higher functioning adult in our society. Benevilla and the donors that help fund these programs are blessings in our lives for which we are forever thankful.”

C.A.R.E.S. WALK-IN’S AND CALLS Families and Individuals Who Received Resources

2,527

IMPACT

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW

SOURCES OF SUPPORT

HOW YOUR SUPPORT HELPED

Program Services:

80% of every donation directly supports Benevilla programs and services.

Benefitness Adaptive Gym Benevilla C.A.R.E.S.

OUTSIDE ACCREDITATION

IMPACT

THE POWER OF MOMENTS

FUN AND ENRICHMENT

Our four programs, Lucy Anne’s Place, Mary’s Place, Helping Partners, and West Valley offered our members the opportunity to experience a variety of engaging daily activities including exercise, entertainment, education, games, creative expression, and celebrations.

GRAND OPENING

The Benefitness Adaptive Gym opened it’s doors in July of 2022 with the goal of serving and improving the health and wellness of those in the community with different abilities, special considerations, and ongoing clinical needs.

2022 : A LOOK BACK AT THE IMPAC T MADE

SPECIAL CONNECTIONS

Benevilla received a generous grant from the Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation to support our Intergenerational Program. The program brings members of Lucy Anne’s Place and Wirtzie’s together to share activities and cherished moments.

CONNECTING WITH FAMILIES

The Benevilla Family Resource Center held Community Baby Showers for expectant and new moms.

BREAKFASTATMAR

CELEBRATING TOGETHER

Benevilla hosted their first “Dinner in the Desert” fundraising event held in March 2022. Proceeds raised at the event went to support the Benevilla mission of enriching lives.

DISCOVERING FUN AND LEARNING

At Wirtzie’s Preschool & Child Care, a new rug inspired fun and learning, children searched for treasure at the Easter egg hunt, and infants explored new spaces.

VOLUNTEERS

Total Volunteer Hours

Serving Our Community

11,011

IMPACT

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT WEST VALLEY

DANCE AT LUCY ANNE’S PLACE

GAMES

GROUP SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT

CHAIR

Shannon R. Arriola, MC

Arriola & Associates, Inc.

Wellness Coaching for Healthcare

Professionals, Systems and Organizational Consulting

VICE CHAIR

Pastor Kim Sterner

Lord of Life Lutheran Church

SECRETARY

Brian Laurie

Edward Jones

Financial Advisor

TREASURER

Michael A. Zongolowicz

CPA Retired, Community Volunteer

John P. Bridgford

Merrill Lynch

Senior Vice President

Merlyn E. Carlson

Community Volunteer

Oana Constantinescu

FirstBank

Vice President

Joseph V. DeBlasi

Community Volunteer

Erica Dorward

Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center

Chief Operating Officer

Conrad J. Graff

Aviation, Retired

Lora G. Johnson

Johnson & Associates, PLLC

Attorney at Law

Birt Kellam

A.G. Edwards

Corporate Vice President, Retired

Dr. Richard E. Stuckey

Council for Agricultural Science & Technology

Executive Vice President, Retired

Dawn Tompkins

Arizona Public Service

Manager, Customer Technology Product Delivery

Larry H. Vering, CPA, CGMA

Community Volunteer

PARTNERING FOR GOOD

Congratulations to The City of Surprise who was presented with the 2022 Benevilla Business Leadership Award. The City of Surprise has been highly supportive of Benevilla for over 20 years. Through grant funding, sponsorship event support, and in-kind space use, they consistently support the Benevilla mission and encourage our work within the City of Surprise.

Mayor Skip Hall and the City Council members are dedicated ambassadors for Benevilla and continually look for ways to partner in creative ways. When the City had to shut down their in-person meal program at the Senior Center during the Covid-19 pandemic, they engaged Benevilla to help prepare and deliver hundreds of hot, freshly prepared meals to those in need in the community. The City of Surprise has also partnered in a community initiative with Benevilla and Rio Salado in support of the Surprise Community Garden, on Benevilla’s main campus.

While presenting the award, Benevilla President and CEO Joanne Thomson said: “We are so grateful that the City of Surprise is so generous and are strong advocates and supporters of the work Benevilla does in the community. I sincerely thank them for everything they do for us.”

HOMEBOUND OLDER ADULTS

Were Supported and Remained Living Independently with the assistance from Benevilla Home Services

Council Member Ken Remley, Council Member Jack Hastings, Council Member Patrick Duffy, Benevilla President & CEO Joanne Thomson, Mayor Skip Hall, Vice Mayor Chris Judd, Council Member Aly Cline, Council Member Roland Winters, Benevilla Vice President of Donor Relations Sara Villanueva

A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP

Jane Willis was awarded the 2022 Benevilla Bill Wolfrey Community Service Award which is named in memory of one of the founding members of Benevilla, Bill Wolfrey. Jane was honored for her outstanding commitment, support, and service to Benevilla and to our community. Her passion for helping others has been unwavering.

Jane was introduced to Benevilla by her late husband, Noel Willis, and through the years their support and advocacy for the organization grew. She has been known to say, “I married into Benevilla”.

Jane began her personal involvement with Benevilla by serving on a task force. She then joined the Benevilla Board of Directors and later served as Board Chair from 2015-2016.

As an occupational therapist who worked with individuals with developmental disabilities and children, she brought unique experience to development and oversight of Benevilla programs such as Wirtzie’s Preschool and Child Care, and the Intergenerational Program. When the former Benevilla President & CEO, Michelle Dionisio, announced her retirement in 2016, Jane was able to continue to advance the agency as well as lead the search committee for Michelle’s replacement.

Jane expressed her service to Benevilla and the community best:

“My late husband, Noel, and I have been strong supporters of Benevilla by giving our time, our talents, and our financial resources throughout the years. We reaped the benefits of being volunteers with a terrific organization and learned new skills, made good friends, and shared the warm fuzzies of doing something useful for our community.”

We are extremely thankful to Jane for her support, volunteerism, and friendship over the years!

Please consider leaving a lasting legacy to Benevilla as a recipient in your will or estate plan. To learn more, please contact Sara Villanueva, Vice President of Donor Relations at 623-584-4999 or svillanueva@benevilla.org

Benevilla COO Anthony Valencia, Board Chair Shannon Arriola, Honoree Jane Willis, President & CEO Joanne Thomson, Vice President of Donor Relations Sara Villanueva pictured.