Compass Q4 2023

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Helping people with disabilities flourish and live full and abundant lives

4th Quarter 2023

So that our mission is never lost...

In this issue Mascoutah Pool House President’s Message Upcoming Trinity Events Juneteenth and PRIDE Month Annual Golf Memorial Classic Someone You Should Know STRIDES Therapy Farm Donations Trinity Triumph 5K

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Angie O’Saben, ALFA Foundation (2nd from left), Mike Lowry and Susan Faulk, Trinity Services (4th and 5th from left), break ground for the new pool house.

Dance the night away!

The 34rd Annual Better Together Dinner Dance and Auction is Saturday, September 23, 2023 at The Odyssey in Tinley Park, IL. Visit www.trintyservices.org/ DinnerDance to register or to become a sponsor.

Trinity Services and Abundant Living for All Foundation break ground for new pool house in Mascoutah In 2012 , Abundant Living for All (ALFA) Foundation started a capital campaign to build a pool for persons with physical and intellectual disabilities at the Trinity Southwest Day and Residential Program in Mascoutah, Illinois.

That dream eventually became a reality. However, the organization also wanted to construct a pool house to provide a much-needed restroom, locker facilities, and shade structure.

Supported by a $54,000 grant from

the Veterans United Foundation, and with generous donations from a wide array of supporters including the Belleville Masons, construction of the new pool house began on May 22, 2023 and was completed by the end of June.

“Having a pool on site provides disabled individuals many opportunities for swimming and aquatic therapy that could not be realized off site,” said Martha Dowling, treasurer for ALFA Foundation. “The generosity of our local community is simply amazing. So (Continued on Page 3)

Letter from the President of the Board

Trinity Services, Inc. 301 Veterans Parkway New Lenox, IL 60451 (815) 485-6197 FAX (815) 485-5975 www.trinityservices.org TRINITY SERVICES BOARD OF DIRECTORS Raymond McShane, Chairperson Jan Agazzi Christine Falvey Greg Geuther Tim Gunter Barbara Hall Bob Libman Barbara McGoldrick Ron Stricklin Thane Dykstra, Ph.D., President and CEO TRINITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Charley Smith, Chairperson Tim Barker Thane Dykstra, Ph.D. Mike Sieling John Slack Bob Taylor Klint DeGeus, Emeritus George Troha, Emeritus Art Dykstra, President and CEO EXECUTIVE STAFF Ray Carmody Christina Chavez Jenny Cohen Lisa Dillon Thane Dykstra, Ph.D. Tina Fogarty Anita Goulding Bonnie Hassan Jennifer Hodges Sherry Ladislas Stephanie Behlke Leigh Andy Long Liane Lopez Dr. Rajani Patwari Sally Ritchey Trina Sieling Carly Rae Steele Bob Taylor

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Dear Friends, It certainly has been a terrfic summer! I hope everyone was able to getout and enjoy the many activities we have to offer in the local area.

Speaking of weather, we had perfect conditions and a wonderful turnout for the 29th Annual Tom O’Reilly Memorial Golf Classic held at The Odyssey Golf Course in Tinley Park on May 18.

Thank you to our generous sponsors, golfers, and hard-working volunteers and staff who made this a very special event, raising a considerable amount to help support our mission.

Hats off to our castaways of the S.S. Minnow, who spent the afternoon as characters from Gilligan’s Island and helped to make the day a fun experience for all.

Trinity also hosted a very successful Trinity Triumph 5K on June 15.

Over 150 people registered for the race that wound its way through the beautiful Wildwood subdivision just south of Village Hall and finished in the Village Commons. Congratulations to our winners on a great achievement. We also want to thank our generous sponsors, volunteers, and staff members for another great event.

Please do not forget to save the date for the 34th Annual Trinity Dinner Dance and Auction at The Oydssey on Saturday, September 23.

As always, we will have a delicious

dinner, followed by dancing, and an opportunity to bid on some incredible items at our silent and live auctions. Get your friends together and come out and support Trinity Services.

You will certainly want to read the Someone You Should Know article featuring Carrie Ann Boronda who runs Trinity’s Homeless Support Team, as well as the fine story about STRIDES, our amazing theraputic riding center and animal farm in Manhattan.

Finally, I want to congratulate Mike Lowry, Susan Faulk, and Network 8 on the construction of the new pool house. A big thank you goes out to the ALFA Foundation and to the Veterans United Foundation and Belleville Masons for helping to raise the money for this important project.

The new pool house will provide a much needed restroom, locker room, and shade structure for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities at the Trinity Southwest Day and Residential Program in Mascoutah.

Sincerely,

Raymond D. McShane, Chairperson of the Board

Dinner Dance and Concert Gala: Trinity Traditions!

Triinity has serveral events coming up that you won’t want to miss.

Holilday Dinner & Concert Gala Friday, December 1, 2023

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. You won’t want to miss it!

Better Together Dinner Dance Saturday, September 23, 2023

One of the true highlights of the year is the Trinity Services Annual Dinner and Concert Gala at Butterfield Country Club. If you’ve never been to the Gala, it’s a real Christmas treat!

Guests will enjoy a special evening of musical performances that have become an annual holiday tradition for many families.

Ways to Support Trinity Services!

Join us at The Odyssey in Tinley Park for Trinity Services’ Annual Better Together Dinner Dance and Auction. This is Trinity’s biggest fundraiser of the year!

Annual Appeal - Your wonderful donations aid Trinity in fulfilling it mission.

Giving Tuesday - Your generous support helps people with disabilities flourish through residential programs, community services, meaningful work, and much more.

Giving Tree Program - Select a person’s name from our Giving Tree, purchase gifts, and make someone’s holiday merry and bright.

This year’s event features live entertainment by Bella’s Second Shot Band, fine dining, dancing, as well as silent and live auctions for the benefit of developmental disabilities and mental health needs who receive support from Trinity Services.

Gather your friends together, reserve a table, and help us support a truly great cause.

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The night begins with cocktails and festive harp music, followed by dinner and the delightful sounds of the talented Allegro!!! String Ensemble playing traditional holiday music during the meal.

Later, vocalist Diva Montell entertains during dessert and coffee and leads guests in the singing of Christmas carols.

(Pool - continued from page 1) many organizations stepped up. It was most impressive.”

ALFA and Trinity Services contracted with Middendorf Construction for the project.

With the many variables in providing support for individuals with disabilities including transportation issues, adaptive equipment, and staffing, opportunities for swimming in the community were challenging and often times impossible.

“We are extremely grateful to ALFA Foundation and to everyone who worked so incredibly hard over the past eleven years to make this happen.” said Mike Lowry, Director, Trinity Services Southwest Illinois. “It’s wonderful to have the worked completed so people can enjoy the summer with these terrific facilities.”

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Trinity Services celebrates Juneteenth Freedom Day and PRIDE Month with barbecues and competitions!

On Monday, June 19, Trinity Services hosted its second annual Juneteenth Freedom Day with celebration picnics in New Lenox, Des Plaines, Peoria, Mascoutah, the Trinity School, and at all of the community day sites.

Juneteenth Freedom Day marks the date of June 19, 1865 in honor of the day troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to announce and enforce

emancipation for enslaved people.

Guest were treated to hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, chips, cookies, and drinks. President and CEO Thane A, Dyskstra, Ph.D. enjoyed cooking and interacting with everyone.

“Our Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration is a wonderful way to honor this important moment in American history, and to provide an opportunity for fellowship and fun

for the people we support and our staff.”

Prior to the picnics, Trinity Services’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee hosted virtual sessions about Juneteenth history, meanings, and traditions.

Trinity also celebrated June 30 as ‘Trinity PRIDE Day’ in honor of everyone at Trinity who are a part of the LBGTQ+ community.

Trinity Services hosted its second annual Juneteenth Freedom Day with celebration picnics in New Lenox, Des Plaines, Peoria, Mascoutah, the Trinity School, and at all of the community day sites.

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Gilligan and the Crew set sail at the 29th Annual Tom O’Reilly Memorial Golf Classic at The Odyssey On Thursday, May 18, 2023, Trinity Services held its annual Tom O’Reilly Memorial Golf Classic at The Odyssey Golf Course in Tinley Park.

This was the twenty-ninth annual golf event. This year’s theme was Gilligan’s Island. A silent auction, cocktails, dinner, raffle prizes, and golf awards followed a shotgun start at noon.

“The weather really cooperated and

everyone had a great time,” said Thane A. Dykstra, Ph.D., President and CEO of Trinity Services. “We always enjoy having our guests and friends join us for this very special event that benefits the people we support. We appreciate having so many great sponsors and people who take time from their busy days to be with us.”

A special thanks goes out to all of

our Trinity staff members who volunteered their time on and off the course to make this a truly successful event.

Hats off to our Gilligan’s Island cast, who did a wonderful job of setting the theme and interacting with our guests.

We look forward to seeing you and your friends at the 30th Annual Memorial Golf Classic in May 2024.

The Odyssey in Tinley Park was the setting for the 29th Annual Tom O’Reilly Memorial Golf Classic!

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Someone You Should Know Carrie Ann Boronda, HSP Director

“It is essential individuals not be defined by their homeless experience.”

Carrie Ann Boronda is the director of Trinity Services’ Homeless Support Program (HSP), a well-managed, highly productive team comprised of clinical therapists and clinical support specialists dedicated to helping reduce and eventually eliminate homelessness in Will County and other areas in Illinois.

Carrie, who received her Bachelor’s degree in marketing and graphic design, originally planned to have a career in advertising. However, working with dementia patients in adult day care, while going to school full-time, opened up a whole new world for Carrie, who discovered her passion for working with seniors and people with disabilities.

Following graduation, Carrie spent eleven years at the Windmill Nursing Pavilion in South Holland as the director of activities, becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Offered the position of memory care director at an assisted living facility in Joliet, Carrie eventually became the facility’s marketing director, helping families find placement. Then COVID hit.

Carrie took some needed time off.

Then she applied for the position of Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) administrator with Trinity Services.

Shortly thereafter, Carrie became the

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Carrie Ann Boronda HSP director. In this role, Carrie brings compassion, dedication, experience, and a holistic philosophy to her new position, while emphasizing a team concept.

“It is essential that individuals not be defined by their homeless experience,” said Boronda. “We, as a team, look at individuals as whole persons, who need more than just a roof over their heads to succeed.”

The Trinity HSP helps people by applying for grants through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or through the counties.

The grants pay for rental assistance, while at the same time HSP clinical support specialists, or case managers, provide additional support, assisting people with developing or relearning life skills.

“Some of the people we support need to learn the basics of cooking meals, cleaning, and budgeting their money,” explained Boronda. “We supply individuals and families with clothing, food, cleaning supplies and toiletries, bedding, furniture – all of the necessary essentials, but we also help with resumes, interviews, and job placement.”

Homelessness in Will County is at an all-time high, due in part to individuals and families from other parts of Illinois,

and even other states, coming to the area to get assistance. “They know that Will County is doing an effective job helping the homeless,” said Boronda. “The word definitely gets around.”

When an individual or a family reaches out to Trinity, HSP, working with other support agencies, assists them in getting over to Catholic Charities’ Daybreak Shelter in Joliet to get their coordinated assessments completed. Once in the system, the individuals or families receive temporary shelter through Daybreak, while HSP clinical support specialists (intake and landlord engagement) work to find suitable permanent housing arrangements.

With a need so great, HSP has been the recipient of $2M in rapid re-housing grants from the State of Illinois, as well as new grants to develop its own food pantry and hold therapy sessions, which supports the holistic philosophy.

Now, with two new hires, HSP is moving into Kendall and Grundy Counties in the fall. Although there are a lot of moving parts, Boronda is pleased with the progress so far.

“We are growing and prospering, and expanding our presence to help more people succeed, which is why we’re here.”

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Taking It All in STRIDES! Laura Blume, a professional photographer with a degree in Psychology and a passion for horses, has been the Program Coordinator of the STRIDES Therapeutic Riding Center and Animal Farm since December 2020. For Blume, an effervescent personality, the job combines her strong desire to work with people with disabilities, her love of photography, and her fondness for animals. “For me, it was the perfect fit,” said Blume.

Starting her new job during the height of COVID, Blume had the rare opportunity to rebuild the STRIDES program from the ground up with the support of Trinity President and CEO Thane A. Dykstra, Ph.D., and Stephanie Behlke-Leigh, Ed.D., who oversees the STRIDES program.

“We gave Laura a chance to think outside the box,” said Behlke-Leigh, who supported Blume’s goal of making STRIDES more marketable to the public. “We definitely wanted to maintain the program’s core, which is serving people with disabilities. However, you also need public support to keep the program operating.”

As riders began returning to STRIDES in 2021, Blume introduced several new program elements including professional photography sessions with the animals, birthday parties, and a petting zoo, where families have a chance to interact with the horses, a mini cow, several goats and chickens, two pigs, a hedgehog, six cats, two bunnies, and a guinea pig.

Last year, STRIDES hosted their first Farm Family Day, which was a huge success. “Over 300 people turned out,” said Blume, who felt overwhelmed by the show of support.

“STRIDES is definitely building a name within the community.”

more lesson courses as needed, and help with the care and feeding of the animals,” said Blume. “We need $3,000 to $5,000 a month for each horse, which includes feed, vet care, medications, and equipment.

Blume gives a lot of credit for STRIDES success to her staff and volunteers. “I have a great team,” said Blume. “Everyone has a positive spirit and works together very well. It makes a big difference when you have people who are passionate about what they do.”

Amanda Albrecht, a barn hand who just celebrated her one-year anniversary at STRIDES, worked at another barn in Manhattan for a year and a half. “I wasn’t happy there,” says Albrecht. “This has been a great fit for me, especially working with the people I support. It’s amazing to work here.”

In addition to developing ongoing partnerships and corporate sponsorships, Blume hopes to get certifications to offer therapy services for people with behavioral needs. “Our goal is to be able to work with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and mental health therapists to provide animal therapy opportunities.”

STRIDES is always looking for volunteers and will host a volunteer open house on Saturday, September 30. For more information, become a sponsor, or to make a donation, contact Laura Blume at lblume@trinityservices.org.

STRIDES STAFF: (kneeling) Delia Allen, Jen Kaiser; (standing) Rachel Foster, Laura Blume and Jehan (the horse), Jenna Brown, Amanda Albrecht. Not pictured: Sarah Piane.

This year, STRIDES has developed a partnership with the Lincoln-Way Special Recreation Center to provide riding lessons for the people they support, which begins this fall.

Recently, the United Way toured the facility, and on August 30, the Village of New Lenox Community Impact Committee hosted a luncheon and fundraiser in support of STRIDES. “Gaining corporate sponsors would definitely allow STRIDES to continue to improve the program, to add on

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Donations

April 2023 through June 2023

Trinity Services extends heartfelt thanks to the individuals and businesses whose generous contributions help people with disabilities and mental illness flourish and live full and abundant lives.

We update our records regularly to recognize donors how they would like to be addressed. Please let us know what format you would like your name or household to be listed in this newsletter and correspondence by emailing sladislas@trinityservices.org.

Donations

100+ Women Who Care from the 618 Mr. and Mrs. Russell Aaberg Bob and Joan Ackerman Bob and Jan Agazzi Alfredo’s Landscaping Ambulatory Management Solutions American Legion Post 1977 Ms. Mary Andree Mr. and Ms. William Anicich Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C. Ms. Judith Aronov Associated Orthodontists Maria Atria Ms. Cassidy Bannon Mr. Chris Bannon Raymond and Renee Baran Mr. and Mrs. Frank Batistich Mr. Robert Baumeister Beary Landscaping Management Inc. Dr. Stephanie Behlke Leigh Ms. Lauren J. Behme Ms. Jill and Tom Bellos Ms. Corinne Bennett Mr. and Mrs. John Berger Berkot’s Super Foods Bigfoot Productions Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bisek Mr. Michael Blake Ms. Heidi Blakely Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Boeschen Ms. Diane Bohne Ms. Carrie Boronda Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Bosi Ms. Alyssa Bratcher Mr. Adrian Breef Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brennan Mr. Bruce Broughton Ms. Mary Brower Ms. Gina M. Brown

Fred and Margie Brueck CAC Construction Management Inc. Cadillac Groove Gus and Carol Caliendo Mr. and Mrs. Allan H. Carney Ms. Jennifer Carusi Central Rehab, Inc. Central Rehab Physical Therapy, Inc Ms. Janet Cernyar Mr. Michael Cholke Ms. Elizabeth Cihlar Ms. Breanna Clubb Mr. Charles Cobb Geralyn and Mike Colantonio Ms. McKenzie Coleman Ms. Linda Contine Ms. Amy Cords Ms. Allyson F. Corry Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cox Crane Charitable Funds Ms. Chelsea Crocker Anderson Cukierski & Associates, LLC Reverend Carol Currier- Frighetto Mr. Richard Currier Mr. Bradford Czochara D.S. Auto Repair Ms. Caitlin Dalton Mr. Gerald L. Dames Mr. Gordon Davis and Mr. Shawn Davis Ms. Sherri Davis Mrs. Christa Davito Drs. Wilberto and Rosario De Castro Mr. and Mrs. Craigi Deloian Mrs. Roberta Dillenburg Mr. John Dillenburg Mr. and Mrs. Tim Dixon Ms. Richiah Donahue Mr. and Mrs. Dave Doorneweerd

Double “D” Painting Mr. William E. Dow Ms. Laura Doyle Ms. Juli Dragisic Ms. Debbie Dybas Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Dyjak Mr. and Mrs. Thane Dykstra Ms. Virginia Eck Mr. Preston Eiler Enterprise Fleet Management Express Med Spa Fabian’s Flooring, Inc. Chris and Kevin Falvey Mrs. Mary R. Farrell Mr. Jerry Fife Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fischer, Sr. Mr. Ryan Forberg Forever Family Dental of New Lenox Mr. Stephen J. Forgette Frankfort Lions Club Frankfort Spinal Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Fritz Ms. Debora Gardner Ms. Cathy Geraci Mr. Dan Gerk Ms. Loretta Gettes Gregory Geuther GFWC Mokena Woman’s Club Ms. Susan Giovanazzi Gordon Flesch Co. Ms. Connie Gossar Mr. and Mrs. Bob Goste Mr. Eric J. Gross GT Mechanical Projects & Design, Inc. Lee and Barb Gubbins Mr. and Mrs. M. Thomas Gustafson Mrs. Barbara J. Hall Hamstra Enterprises, Inc. Mrs. Pauline Hancock Mr. Bob Hand

Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Harer Mrs. Mary Anne Hartnett Mr. and Mrs. Noel Heffernan Ms. Ashley Hellstern Mr. Samuel Hernandez Manzanares Mr. Ronald Highland Ms. Diane Hodges Ms. Amie Hoffman Mr. Ken Houdek Dr. Carl V. Indovina Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities J.L. Adler Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. Mr. David Jaeger Ms. Sheryl Janz Mr. and Mrs. Chris Jewitt Mr. Dan Jiracek Mr. and Mrs. Josh Jiskra Mr. and Mrs. Dale Johnson Dr. George Jones Mr. Tom Jordan Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jungles Mr. Eugene Cerrato and Ms. Kathleen Kading Mr. George and Mrs. Paula Kaigh Ms. April Kamba Ms. Riddhi Kansara Kathryn Humecki and Associates, Ltd. Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Kelly, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly Mr. Lawrence Kelly Ms. Amanda Kendrick Ms. Roma A. Kline Knights of Columbus Council #14283 KODOCare Pharmacy Ms. Debbie Kokal Mr. Donald Konjevich Mr. Kenneth Kremer Mr. and Mrs. William Kucinic

We sincerely apologize for any errors or omissions.

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L. DeGeus & Associates, Inc. Sherry and Richard Ladislas Mr. and Mrs. Dan Lajcin Mr. Howard Larkin and Ms. Megan Mulligan Mr. Michael J. Lashmet Lawrence J. Dyjak & Associates, Inc. Left Lane Auto, LLC Mr. Bob Letko and Sue Ms. Allison Lewis Ms. Tracy Lief Mr. Michael Linde Liane Lopez and Peter Stewart Ms. Cassidy Lucas Ms. Nicolette and Ms. Shelly Lustyk Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Macak Mainstay Ms. Denise Mallet Ms. Bree Mangun Jeffrey and Janet Mark James Martin Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Maruszak Joshua Mattaliano Mr. Roman McGrath Ms. Frieda McQuen Mr. and Mrs. Raymond D. McShane Ms. Lynda Meadows Dr. Michael R. Mecozzi and Dr. Aimee Echevarria Mr. Steve Memenga Metal Edge a Division of ORC Mr. and Mrs. Mike Metesh Ms. Mary Meyers Ms. Carol Misiurewicz Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Mitchell Carter Mohesky Tihamy Mohiuddin Molho and Associates, LLC Mr. and Mrs. William Morrison Ms. Amanda Motyka Mr. and Mrs. Brian Muckian New Century Federal Credit Union Ms. Kat Nosal Mr. Dale and Mrs. Pamela Novak NuMark Credit Union Ms. Jennifer O’Hare Old National Bank Old Plank Trail Community Bank OneAmerica Organizational Dimensions Mr. and Mrs. Steven Pajkos Ms. Vasi Papakyriakos Dymbrow Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Parnell Mr. James E. Partak Peace Lutheran Church Mr. Daniel W. Pecyna, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jason Peppmuller Perma Graphic Printers

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Len and Kathy Perretta Phillips Chevrolet, Inc. Pizza Mia Ms. Lauren Prieboy Providence Catholic High School Ms. Beth Purdom Darlene and Richard Purler Ms. Kimberly Raymond Ms. Ashley Reeder Representative Larry Walsh Jr. Jo Rexer Rich’s Lawncare Landscape Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Aleks Rimeika Ms. Annie Roche Mr. and Mrs. Samuel M. Ron Mr. and Mrs. Sol Rosen Ms. Victoria Roti Ms. Ann M. Rubin Mr. Edward Russell Ryerson Ms. Jayne Sanders Mr. Mark Sandrick Pat and Bill Scheidt Ms. Leslie Schillaci Ms. Vicki Schmidt Ms. Ruth Schrader Ms. Florence Scully Mrs. Herbie J. Shaw Mr. and Mrs. Maurice J. Sheehy Mr. Aaron Simpson Mr. Sean Skinder Ms. Valerie Skupien John and Pat Slack Ms. Linda Sue Smith Ms. Dorothy Smith Southwest Exterminators Ms. Crystine Sowka Cindy and Glenn Spicka Ms. Lori Spielman Ms. Lauren Spreitzer Ed Squier State Farm Insurance Ralph and Jane Stewart Mr. Michael Stewart Jeffrey and Jessica Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stine Mr. and Mrs. Ron Stricklin Jim and Jean Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Edward T. Swartz Mr. and Mrs. Kent Tabor Ms. Sofia Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Tinch Mr. and Mrs. Donald Totter Ms. Mary Turner Ms. and Mr. Lucy Unger Nathanael Vanoskey Mr. and Ms. Rick Vaughan The Vicic Family Village of New Lenox Mr. John Voorn Wags Unlimited Trucking Inc.

Ms. Andrea Walker Waner Enterprises, Inc. Ms. Diane Weber Mr. Myles Wedic Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Welch Ms. Abby Wesselmann West Bend Mutual Insurance Company Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wettour Mr. David White Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wilhelmi Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Susan Willenborg Mr. and Mrs. Robert Willson Ms. Krysten Wilson The Winter Family Wish Upon a Star with Us Travel Ms. Susan Wittmann Ms. Colleen Wittmann Mr. and Mrs. Mike Wittmann Sr. Mr. Michael Wittmann Jr. Miss Patricia Wolf Mr. and Mrs. Todd Youngberg Mrs. Donna Yule Ms. Noreen Zarack Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Ziarko Dennis and Judith Zielinski Mr. Edward Zitkus Mr. John and Mrs. Cindy Zon Zonta Club of the Joliet Area

Gifts in Kind

All Saints Greek Orthodox Church Ms. Nasha Bailey Ms. Kasey Barba Fred and Margie Brueck Caring Transitions of Orland Park Geralyn and Mike Colantonio Delta Fox Corp Ms. Debbie Dybas Frankfort Spinal Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Fritz Gage Lake Geneva Cruise Line Ms. Lois Geary Harrah’s Joliet Casino & Hotel Heavenly Horses Ms. Joni Hooper Joliet Slammers Professional Baseball Club Lake Geneva Zipline Adventures Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Ms. Marge Lucchetti Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Navy Pier Shorewood Kiwanis Club The Dinner Detective The Joffrey Ballet Ms. Jacqueline Thompson Mr. and Ms. Rick Vaughan

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wettour Wines for Humanity Zanies Comedy Club

In honor of...

Bobby Boeschen Mr.and Mrs. Kevin Sheldon Essington House Mrs. Kitty Ryan Geralyn and Mike Colantonio Eric Gossar Ms. Connie Gossar Mr. and Mrs. Dan Pinkerton Leslie Griff Mr. and Mrs. Steve K. Powell Cameron Harer Mr. Terrence B. Webb Conor Larkin Mr. Howard Larkin and Ms. Megan Mulligan Paul Miller Geralyn and Mike Colantonio Joshua Popuch Ms. Julia Frossard Peter Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Michael Murphy Mr. Thomas Stewart Mary Ellen Krueger Ms. Mary Stewart-Cennamo Jane Brueggemann Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Conradt Mr. and Mrs. William Cooper Ms. Diane Lubarski Ms. Lynn Matyas Ms. Janet Myers Mr. and Mrs. Steve Over Mr. and Mrs. Bill Stewart Mrs. Betty Thill Ms. Pamela Nyman Vaughan Sue Stone Mrs. Karen Barenbrugge Mrs. Patsy Burns Mr. and Mrs. John Lackos Ms. Joan Nuzbach Judith Swanson Greg Wettour Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stine

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Runners and Walkers of All Ages and Abilities Came Out for the Annual Trinity Triumph 5K at Village Commons!

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, runners and walkers participated in the annual Trinity Triumph 5K. Under overcast skies, runners and walkers of all ages and abilities took to the course.

Prior to the start of the event, participants gathered in front of the band shell for yoga stretching and to do there own personal warm-ups.

There were also several sponsors with tents set up on the hillside and music to get everyone in the mood.

The 5K started and finished in

In Memory of...

Rose and Bill Beach Mr. and Mrs. Shawn O’Brien Ms. Polly Adzima Borchert Ms. Verla Adzima Ms. Pat Adzima Klein Mr. and Mrs. Greg Azzarelli Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dunbar Mr. and Mrs. Joel Gereaux Mr. Trent and Mrs. Kelly Gillette Mr. and Mrs. Scott O’Brien Mr. Ken and Mrs. Judy Peerbolte Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Robards Mr. and Mrs. Brian Rogers Michael Ciezki Geralyn and Mike Colantonio Catherine C Colleran Joan Skopal Josephine Crosetto-Alberico Mr. and Mrs. Matthew W. Connor Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Francimore 10

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the Village Commons. Families returned to the band shell for pizza, soft drinks, water and the announcement of the winners.

A big thank you to our Trinity and CERT volunteers who made the Trinity Triumph 5K a great time for everyone.

We look forward to your participation at the 2024 Trinity Triumph 5K next year.

Photo: Alister and Cecilia BehlkeLeigh each received a medal.

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mara Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Olszta Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Paris Mrs. Joyce Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rizzo Ms. Gail Creer Mr. and Mrs. Tom Bottomlee

Sherry and Richard Ladislas Mr. and Mrs. Tom Garvey Robert Gunther Carol and Cathy Merritt Joseph O’Connor Ms. Patricia Tew John Donaldson Ms. Carol Schoening

Alice Gladders Mr. and Mrs. George Pierard

Missy Kunze Mr. and Mrs. Larry Kunze

John De Jean Ms. Carolyn Christiansen Ms. Michelle De Jean David Jones Ms. Michelle De Jean Edward Kosteck Ms. Jessica Jakubowski Virginia Gallagher Ms. Kathryn Krause Pamela LaMarche Sarah Montague Naomi Nagy Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Naples Ms. Jillian Naples Ms. Maureen Hynes Janel Gieringer

Herice Nellie Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Kyle John A Luckey Ms. Susan Luckey Mary Ann Mooney Pat and Bill Scheidt

Sandra Reed Margaret and Shawn Clifford Greg Stall Mr. Scott Hillstrom Ms. Beverly Retis Mr. Stephan Schaub Mr. William Stall Mr. and Mrs. John Stephens Mr. and Mrs. Chris Ogden Kenneth Thompson Mrs. Joan Thompson Keith Wills Mr. and Mrs. Larry Meyer

Ms. Mary Phillips Ms. Shannon Phillips Dean Piver Mr. Stephan Schaub Christopher Predny Mrs. Faye Predny

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Join us for the Trinity Services 34th Annual Better Together Dinner Dance and Auction on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

Trinity Services’ 34rd Annual Better Together Dinner Dance & Auction will feature entertainment, fine dining, dancing, and silent and live auctions for the benefit of people with developmental disabilities and mental illness who receive support from Trinity.

The event will take place at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at The Odyssey in Tinley Park. Music will be provided by Bella’s Second Shot Band.

We are still seeking new items for the silent auction and appreciate your generous donations.

For more information call 815.717.3750 or go to TrinityServices.org/DinnerDance.

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Raymond D. McShane and his wife, Lynda, were honored for 50 years of dedicated service to Trinity Services at the 2022 Dinner Dance.

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