Thursday, February 16, 2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
This last Sunday (the 5th of February) marks what some people would
consider the most important day of the year – Super Bowl Sunday. It is a huge
day – millions and millions of people tune in to watch the game… or if you’re
like me and don’t have a team to root for, you like the commercials more than
anything. Either way, our attention is on our food, drinks, and the
television. Super Bowl Sunday is also the biggest day out of the year for
something else – Shaken Baby Syndrome cases. Yes, that one day brings in more
cases of SBS than any other day of the year – every year. It is easy to get so
into a game that you forget what’s going on around you, such as the hot stove
burner left on, the barking dog or the snow piling up outside. It is also easy
to be annoyed by an infant that will not stop crying. We all know how people
react when their favorite team is losing or what happens when they throw an
interception at the last moment – from screaming to hitting the arm of the couch
and cursing to tipping a table over. People have strong reactions, and
sometimes they don’t realize how hard they are shaking the infant when trying to
“quiet” them (especially after that huge fumble that could cost the game!!).
These quick actions result in trauma to the brain and neck of the baby. The
biggest problem is that most cases of SBS go unreported unless sever trauma or
death occur. Many children are walking around today with problems stemming from
brain trauma as an infant that were never treated, so please, please be aware of
what is going on around you and make sure to keep those kiddos safe!
Don’t forget - on March
6th from 5-9 pm, Applebee’s will be donating 10% of their profits to
help support C.A.R.E. Flyers are out, and we will be distributing them soon!
The flyer must be presented when paying for us to receive the 10%. I can e-mail
the flyers if you cannot pick one up. Please let people know about the
opportunity, and contact me (308-865-5675) if you have any questions!!!
CARE by Jessica
Osterbuhr
Friday, July 29, 2011
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Someone Really Does Care
We met a young man in our office that had been in a serious motorcycle accident. Fortunately he is now on the mend and has a sister who took him in during the healing process.
Before coming to our office they had applied for assistance and had been turned down by a couple of agencies. They stated it was hard for them to enter our door, especially after working on hours of paperwork for other services and being rejected. He said he has never asked for help before and his goal is to go back to his same job, live in the same rental house and do the best he can keeping his bills paid with what income he had from his last paycheck.
Knowing that he is not going to be able to return to work for awhile, we started by visiting with him and giving him encouragement. We looked over his papers and are continuing to look into services he is eligible for. When he looked up from signing papers he stated there is hope and someone really does care.
Sometimes all they need is someone to listen when they speak, which makes us realize it takes so little to make a difference in someone’s life.
Family Development Programs
Monday, May 23, 2011
For the Lack of a $10 Prescription
Several times throughout the year, Social Workers from the local hospital will refer patients who may need assistance with a prescription due to lack of insurance and/or funds to pay for their medication. Several patients have been helped with prescription assistance thru Salvation Army funding. One particular patient, "Henry", had been admitted to the ER for not being able to afford a $10.00 prescription.
Henry was referred to Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska's Community Services program, and with assistance thru Salvation Army funds, he was able to get his prescription.
Two weeks later while doing the Salvation Army Bell ringing campaign outside Casey’s General Store, Henry walked by and gave a $30.00 donation in gratitude for the help he had received when he needed it most. According to this gentleman the $10.00 blood pressure medication helped him so much to the point that he now has a full-time job with insurance and is able to afford his medication.
Community Services Program
"Helping People, Changing Lives "
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Community Services touch many lives
Recently, we helped a family with 6 children who moved to North Platte. The children are all below the age of 8.
He is a disabled vet and with a limited income. She is working with Arbor program and also with me on job search.
They are trying to get on the housing list to stay in their current location because it has 5 bedrooms. It is very difficult to find even a 4 bedroom rental in North Platte. As we start to work on her resume, it seems that her spirit has picked up and she is smiling and having more confidence.
That’s all for now, but I want to encourage each of you, because what we are doing and saying does make a difference.
"Helping People, Changing Lives "
Monday, May 9, 2011
Helping Yourself Through Helping Others
A retired couple came into the office needing assistance with their rent. They were on social security and did a paper route to supplement their income. After reviewing their income and bills it was obvious that there wasn’t room to trim the budget. When asking about their ability to purchase food, they indicated that they do run short by the end of the month, and only qualify for $13 dollars a month in food stamps. I asked if they would like to assist with the Food Rescue Program where they could help others one day a week and have access to additional food. They liked the idea of helping out plus getting the benefit of more food security.
While talking to the husband he spoke of the assistance he already provided to a home bound gentleman. As I listened I thought of an additional source available to him. I referred him to the Senior Companion Program, where he could increase his income by assisting a senior to remain in his home. The client could increase his income through a stipend that would not endanger his benefits. With these two Mid services that are supported in part by Community Service Block Grant, the couple felt they would be able to make it through the month on their fixed income without having to go without any of their basic needs.
Community Services Program
"Helping People, Changing Lives "
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