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RSVP for "A Conversation with
Francine Russo," March 23
Please include your name, organization,
and phone number in your RSVP
for the March 23 event at DARTS, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., with author
Francine Russo.
View DARTS' 2009
program highlights.
Come take a tour
of the DARTS campus and learn about everything
DARTS does!
River
Bluffs Village Now has Office Space in Mendota Heights
As of January 21, the
River Bluffs Village (RBV) program of DARTS has office space
at 750 South Plaza Drive, Ste. 110, Mendota Heights, MN. This
membership-based program is for residents 55 and older living
in Lilydale, Mendota Heights, Mendota, Sunfish Lake, and West
St. Paul. Three-year funding from the Daniels Fund* is allowing
DARTS to implement this innovative model. Visit RBV
to learn more or e-mail.
*The Daniels Fund operates
the Daniels Fund Scholarship Program and the Daniels Fund
Grants Program in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.
The Fund was established in 1997 by Bill Daniels, a pioneer
in cable television known for his kindness and generosity
to those in need.
Get
Involved in Living Longer and Stronger in Dakota County
Living
Longer and Stronger in Dakota County (LLS) is a partnership
of Dakota County and DARTS. This initiative is looking at
the impact of the boomer age wave on Dakota County in the
areas of finances, health and wellness,
housing, services, transportation,
work and community. Check out these happenings:
At the December 4 Workforce
Investment Board luncheon in Burnsville, two Dakota County
employers will be awarded the Working
with Experience Award, presented by Living
Longer and Stronger in Dakota County.
Simple
Steps walking program -- a free, easy way to
get in shape while enjoying the outdoors. Do it alone or
with friends.
News
Notes -- the latest LLS happenings (November
newsletter).
The July "Let's Talk
Transit" forum (hosted by the LLS Transportation team)
included a presentation
by Tom Gillaspy, MN State Demographer, on Dakota County
demographic and economic trends. Check
out the full report from this transit forum.
In January, LLS volunteer
theme teams undertook these projects:
- Inventory, select,
and implement a financial education program that will help
residents achieve financial independence over the lifespan.
- Assist 1-3 community/senior
centers in preparing for the wave of 55+ residents and what
they will want to stay active, vital, and engaged.
- Improve accessibility
and design of existing housing within Dakota County to increase
opportunities for aging in place.
- Develop sufficient new,
nontraditional services and caregiving options that are
cost effective and support Dakota County seniors in homes
of their choice.
- Improve transportation
services and mobility options in Dakota County.
- Assess venues for older
adults that provide employment and volunteer opportunities.
For more information, or
if you're interested in volunteering for a project, e-mail
Deborah Tompkins,
DARTS Community Initiative Director, or call her at 651-234-2236.
DARTS Wins National
Family Caregiving Award
DARTS' Workplace Eldercare
Seminars (WES) program has been awarded the 2009
National Family Caregiving Award. DARTS was one of seven
winners nationwide, and the only Midwest representative. The
local NBC affiliate, KARE 11, interviewed DARTS about WES.
Learn more about WES and DARTS' other caregiver
services.
River
Heights Chamber and DARTS Partner in 2009
DARTS is honored to be the River
Heights Chamber Nonprofit Partner for 2009. In June, raffle
proceeds from the chamber-sponsored "Community Night
at the Dome" were presented to DARTS. Jennifer Gale (right)
presents the $332 check to Georgann McClure (center) and Joelene
Evenson (left) of DARTS.
 Changing
our community together will be a year-long vision of
the partnership between the River Heights Chamber and DARTS.
Chamber activities throughout the year will include ways to
support DARTS. Learn more about the Chamber
and support its "Keep it Local" campaign.
View DARTS' 2008
annual report,
program highlights, and audited
financial statements.
DARTS and Courage Center Partner
on Vehicle Donations
Learn about our new partnership
for vehicle donations.
DARTS
Earns Giving Seal of Approval
DARTS is pleased to announce
that we have been awarded the Charities Review Council "Meets
All Standards" seal. We meet all 16 accountability standards,
which demonstrates responsibility, integrity, and transparency.
The Council's Smart Givers
Network provides unbiased information, help, and resources
on responsible giving. Check out the many options for giving
to DARTS.
Dakota County Eldercare Resources
Guide is On-Line
To see listings for eldercare
services available throughout Dakota County, Minn., view our
on-line eldercare
resources guide. Other DARTS publications are also available
on-line. For a current list, click here.
DARTS' Workplace Eldercare Seminars
Employers,
Download "Working Caregivers and the Aging of America:
An Emerging Business Issue and How to Capitalize on It."
Take
Our Quiz NOW to Help you Assess the Needs of Your Working
Caregivers!
Learn about DARTS' workplace
eldercare seminars for working caregivers, including topic
offerings, benefits for employers and employees alike, and
testimonials. The seminars are presented by DARTS professionals
and include a question-and-answer period. More than 1,000
employees have attended these seminars at such sites as Twin
Cities Public Television (TPT), Unisys, CHS Cooperative, and
Anoka Hennepin Technical College. For more information, call
651.455.1560 or send us an e-mail.
Learn more about DARTS' other caregiver services, including
caregiver coaching. |
