opening doors & developing opportunities
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Opening Doors & Developing Opportunities
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VoiceVoiceJULY/AUGUST 2021
Two Founder’s Fund Grants Equal Engaged and Happy Open Door Seniors In June of 2019, Open Door celebrated the Grand Opening of our very special Senior Center. Made possible due to a $3,600 Founder’s Fund “Wish Grant,” this long-awaited addition to our programming became a reality. This entirely new program space, specifically targeted for our growing senior population, their physical needs and generation-specific interests, has been a tremendous success!
Since the opening, the Senior Center has deepened the relationships our senior individuals share. They look out for each other and assist each other, such as Evelyn S. working together with Lynn S. to solve crossword puzzles. They encourage each other during their seated Yoga and Zumba classes and laugh together often. Music, stories, or a movie from their generation continually initiates reminiscing among our seniors.
Lunch al fresco on the patio with Chet C., Laurie P., Nancy H., Ann Y. and Gina G.
Pat S. and Evelyn S. challenge each other in checkers.
Evelyn and Gina painting pots.
Opening Doors & Developing Opportunities
The Voice is the bi-monthly newsletter of Open Door Rehabilitation Center, a not-for-profit organization serving adults with developmental disabilities.
405 South Wells Street Sandwich, Illinois 60548 Phone: (815) 786-8468Fax: (815) 786-6241 Web: www.odrc.org
Contributors:Rita Potter
Terra Stetz Laurie Wisdom MaryKay LongwellKayla GomezGene StephensDaniel WehrliHannah Morkert-Kresl
Founders of ODRCWilliam & Virginia Squier, Sr.David & Juanita Graf
Executive DirectorRita Potter
Board of Directors
PresidentDick Banning
Vice PresidentChris Carpenter
SecretaryDenise Mestemaker
TreasurerLarry French
Tracy Rhoades FriedersThea HernandezTom Hohmann, Jr.Becky LuekenMichael O’ FlynnRichard RandallCrystal Swan-GravattRyan Wallis
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Glen G. watering his seeds.Mark G. thinks Monster is pretty cool.
The quality of programming at the Senior Center was further improved due to a $3,838 Founder’s Fund “Wish Grant” awarded the fall of 2019 for an accessible patio for our seniors. Not only was a large concrete patio laid outside the Senior Center side door, but the grant included accessible patio furniture and a gas grill. Our seniors had to wait to enjoy our new outdoor patio due to the 13-month interruption of the COVID pandemic. But since reopening, enjoy it they have!
A group or an individual may choose to eat lunch outside, and a variety of programming takes place on the patio as well. The seniors have decorated pots, then planted lovely flowers that decorate the tables and hang from nearby trees. The patio is such a welcoming space that a bird family with three new babies has taken up residence in the birdhouse hanging from one of those trees.
The Open Door Senior Center offers generation-specific programming and is a very special place that generates a sense of closeness and community among those attending. For all of this, we are extremely grateful for the Founder’s Fund “Wish Grants!”
Halloween Zoom –
American Sign Language Class
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Founder’s Fund to the Rescue! During the pandemic, like countless other businesses, Open Door was faced with HOW to safely provide services to the individuals we serve and support. Open Door’s business is… people. How do we maintain the relationships that we have spent years cultivating while keeping everyone safe?
The answer to our dilemma was found in technology. In order to make this work, it would require changing our service delivery model, committing to investing the funds in technology, and providing the extensive training to staff needed to accomplish our vision. But this wouldn’t be cheap! This vision would require outfitting each and every location with a mini computer, HD camera, and software package. Not to mention having to upgrade existing televisions so that everything is compatible and able to function as a giant computer screen.
Where was the money going to come from? That’s where the Founder’s Fund came into play…and thank goodness! The earnings from the Founder’s Fund gave Open Door the primary funds needed in order to purchase the necessary equipment to bring our vision to life. It literally saved the day…programming, that is.
New Tech Setup
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Lori B. & Ryan W. — “I love karaoke and it’s awesome that we have such a nice karaoke machine!” Lori B.
Michelle showing off her painting from the expressive arts class.
Shawn M. having fun with the new self-defense equipment.
The Future of the Founder’s FundThe Founder’s Fund has enabled Open Door to do amazing and out-of-the-box activities for our consumers. A lot of incredible wishes have been granted over the years, such as the Senior Center, music classes, horticulture projects, communication devices, art projects, and many other life-enhancing opportunities. Open Door is currently working on various projects and has projects in mind for the future.
The Open Door East Workshop was able to purchase a number of items to enhance their programming, such as a new gaming system, outdoor interactive games, and an Echo Dot, just to name a few. The West Workshop is revamping the back area so there will be three different rooms. One of the rooms in the back of West will be a yoga and dance studio and self-defense classroom. Another room will be a gaming and recreation area. Yoga mats, punching bags, workout mats, boxing gloves, and yoga pose posters were purchased with earnings from this fund. Open Door also purchased a number of table games such as shuffleboard, an arcade closet, ping-pong table and other items. The last room will be a creative and expressive arts studio where music and arts classes will be conducted.
The Founder’s Fund is able to grant amazing opportunities like these projects that will be conducted at West. We want our consumers to be able to have endless opportunities and resources available to them. Thank you to all who have been and will be contributing to the Open Door Founder’s Fund.
Rachel N., Brian H., Steve D., Dori H.
Front Row: Gina G., Lauren B., Glenn E.Back Row: Laurie P., Steve H., Ann Y., Evelyn S., Chet C.
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Open Door Founder’s FundHave you ever thought about leaving a longtime legacy? How about a planned impact that will benefit adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Your thoughtful gift can make a difference in lives for many years to come.
What is the Founder’s Fund?The Founder’s Fund was set up in 1997 and is managed by the DeKalb County Community Foundation (DCCF). This organizational endowment fund was established in order to provide income to Open Door. The DCCF handles all administration and investment responsibilities, freeing Open Door to pursue our mission.
What is an Endowment Fund?An endowment fund is a fund that you agree to invest in forever, leaving the principal untouched and spending only the principal earnings. An endowment is a permanent commitment and provides endless support to Open Door. When you give this way, Open Door is able to count on those proceeds for years to come, providing long-term financial success.
Ways to Give to the Endowment• Cash
o Direct gifts of cash or checks to the fund.
• Bequestso A bequest is a gift made through a living
trust or a will. It is the most popular, easiest to make, and costs nothing during a donor’s
lifetime.
• Securitieso Securities can be transferred over to
nonprofit organizations. The nonprofit is then able to sell the securities and keep the proceeds, which are then used toward
whatever purpose the donor chooses.
• Personal Property or Real Estateo Making a gift of real estate removes a large
taxable asset from your estate and benefits your heirs by providing an income tax deduction equal to the appraised fair market value of the property, with no capital gains
tax due on the transfer.
• Life Insuranceo You can choose Open Door to be a
beneficiary of a life insurance policy. This allows one to provide a large gift that they may never have been able to during their lifetime. This benefits the donor’s heirs as well, because policy proceeds distributed to
a nonprofit are exempt from estate tax.
• Charitable Remainder Trustso This trust provides fixed income to you, a
spouse, your child, or any other loved one you choose. This trust enables you to provide a lifetime of personal income and income for beneficiaries for a specified period or until death of the last heir. The assets are then transferred to the fund of Open Door.
Thank You!
“MY BUDDY” SPONSORSHIP
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Thank you to each and every person who participated in Give DeKalb County! Together we were able
to raise almost $8,000 in just 24 hours. Because of people like YOU, we are able to continue carrying
out our mission by providing opportunities for the individuals we serve. THANK YOU!
Thank You!
Includes (1) from each category ...............................................................$120 X _____________ = ____________
Wristband for RIDES .....................................................................................$ 25 X _____________ = ____________
Chris Jansen CONCERT ..............................................................................$ 25 X _____________ = ____________
NTPA Truck Pulls or Tractor Pulls ...........................................................$ 20 X _____________ = ____________
DEMOLITION Derby .....................................................................................$ 15 X _____________ = ____________
Carnival GAMES .............................................................................................$ 13 X _____________ = ____________
Fair FOOD ..........................................................................................................$ 13 X _____________ = ____________
General Fair ADMISSION .............................................................................$ 9 X _____________ = ____________
Total: ________________________________
“MY BUDDY” SPONSORSHIP
Who LOVES the Sandwich Fair? Open Door Clients!The Sandwich Fair has always been an activity highlight for our clients, but some of them are on a very tight budget.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A BUDDY AND HELP A CLIENT ENJOY THE FAIR?
Open Door’s “My Buddy” SPONSORSHIP program helps provide the EXTRAS that many of our clients cannot afford. Please
select from the “My Buddy” sponsorship options below and you’ll help bring smiles to the faces of the clients we serve!
Name (for acknowledgement in newsletter): ______________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________ State: ___________ Zip Code: _______
Phone Number: _______________________ Email: ___________________________
Please make checks payable to: Open Door
Mail to: Open Door Rehabilitation Center, 405 S. Wells St., Sandwich, IL 60548
See reverse side for “Lemon Shake-up” sponsorship
PAYMENT: ________ Check Enclosed ________ Visa ________ Mastercard
Card Number: ______________________________ Exp. Date: ________CVV _____
Name on card: ________________________________________________________
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Name (for acknowledgement in newsletter): _______________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________ State: ___________ Zip Code: _______
Phone Number: _______________________ Email: ___________________________
PAYMENT: ________ Check Enclosed ________ Visa ________ Mastercard
Card Number: ______________________________ Exp. Date: ________CVV _____
Name on card: ________________________________________________________
Please make checks payable to: Open DoorMail to: Open Door Rehabilitation Center, 405 S. Wells St., Sandwich, IL 60548
Ice for an entire day .......................................................................................$125 X _____________ = ____________
One huge box of shake-up cups ..............................................................$ 65 X _____________ = ____________
One big box of lemons or lemon juice ...................................................$ 45 X _____________ = ____________
One enormous bag of “special” sugar ..................................................$ 30 X _____________ = ____________
Total: ________________________________
Lemon Shake-up StandYour continued support for this wonderful
fundraiser is greatly appreciated.Open Door will be serving delicious lemon shake-ups and pizza by Rosati’s of Sandwich.
Please consider a Sponsorship to make our stand 100% profitable.
See reverse side for “My Buddy” sponsorship
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MEMORIALSIn Memory of Wayne M. Ash Friends and Family of Wayne M. Ash Bryana Tripp Deak Mark and Diane Fanning Terry and Jeannie Helin Pamela Kohler John and Kathy Kuppler Christie Leifheit Ken and Denise Mestemaker Christy, Ashley & Leigh Anne Scoughton Tom and Betty Thomas Kyle and Sharon Wallis Spencer and Opal ZitkaIn Memory of Norraine A. Baker Lori Chelsen Barbara Johnson Ken and Denise MestemakerIn Memory of Virginia Behrens William and Kristy Dewey Judy Eriksson Robert and Nicole Gass Michael and Brandy Lozosky Ginger Mattingly Mary Stout Scott and Tamara WileyIn Memory of Carrol Dannewitz-Olson Mr. and Mrs. Fred DornbackIn Memory of William A. Eberle Connie Eberle and Family, Tony and Heather, Kelli Eberle and Family
In Memory of James W. Frantzen Gary and Vickie Lemke Dean and Glenda PotterIn Memory of Wayne Geary Joan HigbeaIn Memory of Patricia Gillen Alison Maguire-PowellIn Memory of Ralph and Doris Ginger John and Carol SchulzIn Memory of Nancy L. Goettert Joan HigbeaIn Memory of Paul D. Hagen Floyd and Ruth DerbyIn Memory of Charles Hilliard Hazel HilliardIn Memory of Everett L. Hyatt Marlene Diehl Frieders Family Farms Partnership Bernie and Kim Frieders Darlene Haas Ron and Kim Henrich Ron and Barb Johnson Claudette and Louis McCaslin Carol Meyer Jim and Barb Otto Pam, Skip and Denise Dean and Glenda Potter Tom and Betty ThomasIn Memory of Dwight M. Klotz Mary Ann Stevenson
In Memory of Robert “Bob” Knight Stacey and Karlene DolderIn Memory of Alfred J. Rucker Joann EikeIn Memory of Darrell J. Shambaugh Chuck, Linda and Julie HickeyIn Memory of Patricia Ann Taxis Richard Konow Lane and Mary Lou Sheldon Cindy WestbrookIn Memory of Ardis Tellefson CJ’s Lakeview Resort, Gavin & Becca Styer, Phil Swenson-Jennifer Tellefson, Chuck & Angie TellefsonIn Memory of Wiley Updike Charles and Sandra Adams The Don Augustine Families - Gary, Brent, Steve, Bruce and DeAnn Karen Beers Dan and Mary Bohr Doug and Martha Breunig Eleanor Busch Lori Chelsen Darwin and Louise Classon Larry and Jackie Dannewitz Robert Dell Floyd and Ruth Derby Marlene Diehl Lilly Eide Joann Eike Terry and Suzzy Eipers
CONTRIBUTIONS, DONATIONS, HONORARIUMS & MEMORIALS
ENGRAVED BRICK COMMEMORATIONOpen Door’s customized, engraved bricks are a onetime donation and will last
a lifetime as a permanent piece of our tranquil paver area. Personalize a brick with names, dates and messages to honor an exceptional person, in memory of a loved one,
or to recognize a special occasion.
We deeply appreciate all of your support—with contributions, donations, honorariums, and memorial gifts.
Your ongoing support enables Open Door to continue to provide quality training, residential, and home care support for our clients. Thank you so very much – we are deeply grateful for your support.
For your convenience, we have enclosed a donation envelope in this newsletter. We hope you find this to be helpful, and we look forward to acknowledging
your generous gifts in future newsletters!
*We try very hard to acknowledge every gift. The donations included in this issue are those received between May 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
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CONTRIBUTIONS, DONATIONS, HONORARIUMS & MEMORIALS
Ben and Melissa Eipers Jim Elliott Frank and Carol Evans Chuck and Ruth Fish Gary and Barbara French Frieders Family Farms Partnership Bernie and Kim Frieders Sandi Frost Judith Goodwick Gus Grabbe John and Patricia Hallaron Ida Hanson and Family Jean Hanson Nancy L. Hartman Ron and Kim Henrich Rick and Debby Hill Richard and Barbara Holland Norma Hough Gary and Cheryl Houghtaylen Bob Howard and Vivian Wright Carol Johnson and Connie Ropp David and Diane Johnson Wesley and Rebecca Johnson Mark and Peggy Jorstad Janet Kessler Lurene and Terry Knight Kathy Larson Larry and Sharon Larson Nancy Larson Paul and Susan Larson Jerry and Donna Leonard Newt Lundquist Earl and Sandra Marshall Sharon Marshall Ron and Bonnie Miller Robert E. Nelson Matthew and Joanna Olson Allen and Bette Otto Larry and Mary Ann Phillips Dean and Glenda Potter Scott and Annette Powell Randall and Stacy Rehberg Nancy Lou Rex Timothy and Monica Sartori John and Joan Schwartz Owen and Beverly Severson Victor and Rita Smith Leo and Lois Sondgeroth Dave and Sandy Stahl Mary Ann Stevenson Glenn and Carol Swenson The Thompson Family Trust Jerry L. Thompson or E. Jean Thompson Co-Trustees David and Michelle Thorsen Karl and Julie Tirevold TLC’s - Brenda Christensen Robert and Cynthia Toftoy Norm and Roberta Troeger Ken and Charlotte Tyrrell Village Courtyard
Shirley Vogen Kyle and Sharon Wallis Lynn and Jane Wesson Karen and Harry Wiley Dennis and Susan WileyIn Memory of Dexter Wesson Lynn and Jane WessonIn Memory of Don and Jean Wegener Lloyd and Terry LangeIn Memory of Ronald L. Wheaton Don and Sharon NessIn Memory of Dorothy Whiteaker Friend Anonymous (2) Joyce Bernard Kevin and Wendy Bernard Karen Biroschik Bob and Pam Blue Paul and Denise Brennan Susan Bristol David and Susan Enger John and Darlene Ewers Richard Fassig Will Garcia and Kelissa Peterson John and Marci Glade Granville National Bank Jeff and Eleanor Greathouse Brent and Cindy Harney Greg Hitchins Invenergy Energy Services Jan, Donnie, Jake, Alicia, Lain and Lacie Sharon Johnson Joe and Sheila Kennedy William and Dawn Kiesling William and Wanda Kiesling Dan and Jayne Mason Don and Carol McLaughlin Don and Jean McNelis Tim and Kim O’Toole Rick Passow Mike, Lori and Kyla Peterson David and Glenna Schrader John SeKula Serena Middle School Gregory and Lynn Sheedy Sheridan Bank Mary Sidwell Cindy Simpson Ken and Shirley Thompson Karl and Julie Tirevold Michel Walker Kris Westvig James and Pam Whiteaker Jason and Sara Whiteaker Larry and Deann Whiteaker Les and Barb Whiteaker Steve and Shawnda YuhasIn Memory of James E. Wilhelm Ron and Kim HenrichIn Memory of Judy Paulette Woodraska Roger and Angie Bryant
MEMBERSHIPSODDO’s FanKathy Robbins
ODDO’s FriendGene DarflerMark and Christi White
CONTRIBUTIONSPatricia AndresenAztech Landscaping LTDBethany Lutheran ChurchRobinn BlatnerThomas and Cathy BrooksBrian BurgholzerGregory and Barbara ChristianAlbert and Denise CoxMarjorie DiehlFacebook Network for GoodFederated Church of SandwichJames and Sharon FosterMichelle GouldJim and Mary GrantMarilyn J. Hess TrustChristine HickeyJohn HickeyJohn and Bennie HickeyClarence HoldimanSue IgoeRichard and Jane JakubiakVeronica JohnsonJP Morgan ChaseKenneth and Cathleen KavanaughDon and Donna KiesoJennifer KotalikLindsay and Kathy LegnerTom and Sandy LindblomNancy MartinConstance MatiasRobert O’BrienOlde Timers Antique CentreThe Reimer FamilyWilliam and Jane RyanRosu VenturesJeannie ShattersCharles and Diane SloanJack and Evelyn SmithMatthew SmithAl and Cindy StramelMichael SundblomMichael TerryLa Vern and June ThompsonLarry and Jean TrahantUnited Way of Greater AtlantaCynthia J. VankampenPat WallisRyan and Rachel WallisNicole WinterMarie YatesZackery YorkBetty Zingre
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CONTRIBUTIONS, DONATIONS, HONORARIUMS & MEMORIALS
HONORARIUMSIn Honor of Marilyn Jean Land
Michael and Christine O’Flynn In Honor of Karen Larson’s 70th Birthday Paul and Susan LarsonIn Honor of R and M Elaine OstremIn Honor of Mag Rients Dave and Barbara VossIn Honor of Virginia Sherman Dave and Barbara Voss
GIVE DEKALB COUNTYAnonymous (10)Marilyn AbbottAbendroth Accounting & Tax Services, Inc.Kerry and Sheri AnthenatLawrence J. AsselbornLori BahdeBen and Val BingleEllen BradyKevin BuickBob and Quen CarpenterChris and Jennifer CarpenterRobert CarpenterJohn and Nancy CastleSteve and Julie Cole In Memory of Bill and Jean LandPhyllis DavisRobert DellNorman Elsner In Honor of Louise ElsnerBarb EricksonWalter and Michelle FarleySteve and Rita FergusonFrank & Niki Ferrero In Memory of Sue LaTourLarry and Sharon FrenchDan and Lisa GudmunsonJudy Hanson and Karen NesbittBarbara and Darrel HensonJim and Michelle Henson In Memory of Leslie SunnenMelinda HensonJoan HolujJoyce JablonskiJohnny K’sPaul and Susan Larson In Honor of Karen Larson’s 70th BirthdayJerry and Donna M. LeonardConstance MatiasVirginia MatthewsCarol MeyerMary MeyerRoberta MickelsonAlicia and David NelsonDian NielsenKurt and Kristina OlandOC Creative
Phyllis PeckDoris Potter Rita Potter and Terra StetzRob Reyes Kelsey RossbachKenneth SerbyDave and Diane StahlMarilyn SteenwykPatty SteffensGene Stephens In Honor of All of the dedicated staff at ODRCJuan SuarezBonnie SylviaRay and Sandra TaylorRyan, Rachel and Sadie WallisCharles WaltersMary Weymouth In memory of Lorraine DavisSteve and Jane Wolf
GOLF OUTINGAnonymousAC’s PubAHW LLCKerry and Sheri AnthenatArt’s Super Mart, IncBrent J. BakerMike BeverageKathleen A. Brown, RN, CDDNBud’s Citgo and Car WashChris and Jennifer CarpenterCH Hager ExcavatingChristopher ClementiCommunity Disposal, Inc.DeKalb County Community FoundationAlex DunnJames EklundErik EnglehartLawrence and Michelle FayFirst Insurance GroupFirst National Bank of OmahaGordon Food Service - Batavia SalesBernie and Kim FriedersMark and Tracy FriedersTracy FriedersMatthew GenslingerLawrence GessSteven GillenHeather and Oz GomezKara HageMargaret Hart In Honor of Julie HickeyNancy L. HartmanHenderson EngineeringHenrich Lawn Care and LandscapingChuck and Linda HickeyBill and Karen HoroszkoMatt JamesBrandon Johnson
Christian KuhnsThe Lakone CompanyL.D.L. Transfer, INC.Tom LindleyM&P Packaging IncLaVerne MattsonClaudette and Louis McCaslinKevin and Linda McVickerMeadowvale Inc.Ken and Denise MestemakerKris MieszalaMini Dental Implant Center Mark D. Weinhold, D.D.S.Northwestern Memorial HealthcareMarcia NowakProgress BarRenae RhoadesJim RudGarrett RyanSandwich Freedom HallTom SodaroLeo and Lois SondgerothCrystal Swan-GravattDavid SzymborskiTrinity Women’s Health CareJohn and Janene TuttleDaniel Vargo Village Ace HardwareKendyl WallisPat WallisRyan WallisWalmart #1003Hank and Marie WatkinsCharles WestbrookLinda WhildinSteve WolfYorkville Christian High School
IN-KIND GIFTSFriend AnonymousJames “Jim” BackJodie BeverageKen CummingsClaire and Barry DuyVal FystroSherri JacobsenChris JohnsonBruce and Debbie KlotzMy25Plano Molding CompanySandwich Lions ClubChristine SmithPatrick SobolUnited Church of SandwichBrian and Regina Van Hise
MY BUDDYLarry and Jean Trahant
For more information on the Founder’s Fund, please contact Rita Potter, Executive Director.
Phone: 815-786-8468 x226Email: [email protected]
405 South Wells Street | Sandwich, IL 60548
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