Kara Hunter's Posts - Chatham Square Association2024-03-29T05:20:38ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunterhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/986222095?profile=original&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://chathamsquare.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=29u39e4gqz79u&xn_auth=noPublic Noticetag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2023-09-20:4922875:BlogPost:1862132023-09-20T15:27:12.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
Chatham Place at Mary Wade is proud to announce that we will be hosting the New Haven Police Department Quarterly Compstat meeting on September 21, 2023.. This important event is not open to the public, but we are honored to provide a space for the New Haven Police Department to discuss their quarterly reports and statistics.<br />
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Chatham Place at Mary Wade is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all community events. We look forward to continuing to support our local law…
Chatham Place at Mary Wade is proud to announce that we will be hosting the New Haven Police Department Quarterly Compstat meeting on September 21, 2023.. This important event is not open to the public, but we are honored to provide a space for the New Haven Police Department to discuss their quarterly reports and statistics.<br />
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Chatham Place at Mary Wade is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all community events. We look forward to continuing to support our local law enforcement and fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and our residents.Mary Wade Outstanding Leadership Award 2023 Nomination Formtag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2023-03-13:4922875:BlogPost:1832732023-03-13T15:59:13.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
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<p><strong><u>Mary Wade Outstanding Leadership Award 2023 Nomination Form</u></strong></p>
<p>The Outstanding Leadership Award was created in 2010 for an individual who has served as a leader, inspiration, resource, and role model for the entire Fair Haven Community and is presented following the Annual Fair Haven Community Parade. <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10996971092?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Click Here</a> to complete your…</p>
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<p><strong><u>Mary Wade Outstanding Leadership Award 2023 Nomination Form</u></strong></p>
<p>The Outstanding Leadership Award was created in 2010 for an individual who has served as a leader, inspiration, resource, and role model for the entire Fair Haven Community and is presented following the Annual Fair Haven Community Parade. <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10996971092?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> to complete your nomination form. </p>
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<p><strong>Nomination Deadline March 31, 2023</strong></p>
<p>Submit Nomination to: Ivette Oliveras -- <a href="mailto:IOliveras@marywade.org">IOliveras@marywade.org</a> – Fax 203-889-2735</p>
<p>Please call: 203-848-1418 (office) or 203-815-0544 (work cell), if you have any questions.</p>111 Atwater Street - Accepting Rental Applicationstag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2021-12-13:4922875:BlogPost:1769092021-12-13T22:30:00.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>111 Atwater Street, New Haven, CT </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em><strong>Rental Applications Being Accepted. 55 and Over Rental Property </strong></em></span></p>
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<p><span>Bright and newly remodeled 55 and up apartment available in Fair Haven located near the The Mary Wade Home! This…</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>111 Atwater Street, New Haven, CT </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em><strong>Rental Applications Being Accepted. 55 and Over Rental Property </strong></em></span></p>
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<p><span>Bright and newly remodeled 55 and up apartment available in Fair Haven located near the The Mary Wade Home! This expansive 2 bedroom, one bath unit features refinished flooring, new cabinets, granite countertops, large eat-in kitchen w/separate pantry, full tub, front porch and one off-street parking spot in shared driveway.</span></p>
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<p><span>CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS:</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/ct/new-haven/111-atwater-st-1/pid_44813191/">https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/ct/new-haven/111-atwater-st-1/pid_44813191/</a></p>103 Atwater Street - Accepting Rental Applicationstag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2021-12-13:4922875:BlogPost:1769072021-12-13T22:30:00.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>103 Atwater Street, New Haven, CT </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em><strong>Rental Applications Being Accepted. 55 and Over Rental Property </strong></em></span></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9907298460?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-left" height="271" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9907298460?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="442"></img></a></p>
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<p>Stylish and newly remodeled 55+ apartment available in Fair Haven located next to The Mary Wade Home!…</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>103 Atwater Street, New Haven, CT </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em><strong>Rental Applications Being Accepted. 55 and Over Rental Property </strong></em></span></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9907298460?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/9907298460?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-left" width="442" height="271"/></a></p>
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<p>Stylish and newly remodeled 55+ apartment available in Fair Haven located next to The Mary Wade Home! This spacious and bright 2 bedroom, one bath unit features brand new flooring and cabinets, granite counter tops, full tub, front porch and a separate breezeway/mud room entrance.</p>
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<p><a href="http://https://smartmls.mlsmatrix.com/matrix/shared/K8jwvV9NsY/103AtwaterStreet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Listing Details</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/ct/new-haven/103-atwater-st-1/pid_44811998/">https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/ct/new-haven/103-atwater-st-1/pid_44811998/</a></p>
<p></p>Mary Wade 2020 Annual Report & Honor Roll of Givingtag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2021-01-06:4922875:BlogPost:1431232021-01-06T21:49:43.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p>2020 Annual Report & Honor Roll of Giving is now available online. <a href="https://marywade.org/giving/why-give/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to see the full issue.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8396731089?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8396731089?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" width="240" height="347"/></a></p>
<p>2020 Annual Report & Honor Roll of Giving is now available online. <a href="https://marywade.org/giving/why-give/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to see the full issue.<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8396731089?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8396731089?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full" width="240" height="347"/></a></p>Op-ed by David V. Hunter, President & CEO of Mary Wade, 5.15.2020tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2020-05-16:4922875:BlogPost:868602020-05-16T14:26:01.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5074293260?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5074293260?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5074293260?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5074293260?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>Car Parade - Annual Fair Haven Community Paradetag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2020-05-15:4922875:BlogPost:868552020-05-15T20:43:23.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
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<div class="NvwIEc">Fri, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM</div>
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<div class="PawmUe">NEW HAVEN – (May 15, 2020) - A Message from the Mary Wade Home Leaders:<br></br><br></br>Pandemic Annual Fair Haven Community Parade – Friday, May 22nd! Please join us in a parade on Friday, May 22nd to show our appreciation and gratitude to our Residents, Families, and Front line Healthcare Worker. This month (May) is Older American…</div>
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<div class="PawmUe">NEW HAVEN – (May 15, 2020) - A Message from the Mary Wade Home Leaders:<br/><br/>Pandemic Annual Fair Haven Community Parade – Friday, May 22nd! Please join us in a parade on Friday, May 22nd to show our appreciation and gratitude to our Residents, Families, and Front line Healthcare Worker. This month (May) is Older American Month as well as the 12th Annual Fair Haven Community Parade.<br/><br/>The parade will begin at Chatham Square Park at 11:00 am. Please arrive by 10:30am.<br/><br/>Decorate your car with signs of “Thank You” for our Residents and Staff and honk your horns as we process past the The Mary Wade Home. Their outstanding efforts during these difficult times have been tremendous and we want to make sure they know how blessed we are to have them with us!!<br/><br/>Please reply to Ivette Oliveras by e-mail<span> </span><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="mailto:IOliveras@marywade.org">IOliveras@marywade.org</a><span> </span>if you plan to attend so we can get an estimate of cars for planning purposes.</div>
<div class="PawmUe"><br/>Thank you all!!</div>Letter From David V. Hunter, President & CEO Mary Wadetag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2020-03-30:4922875:BlogPost:859522020-03-30T18:25:48.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><strong>Dear Friend of Mary Wade,</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>Now, more than ever, we need your help.</em></strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade is on the front lines ensuring that our most vulnerable elders are safe and protected from infection and the spread of COVID-19. While we have not yet seen any incidence, we are ever prepared to provide the high quality care to our seniors for which Mary Wade is recognized. We have enacted new procedures and policies that will reduce the risk to our…</p>
<p><strong>Dear Friend of Mary Wade,</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>Now, more than ever, we need your help.</em></strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade is on the front lines ensuring that our most vulnerable elders are safe and protected from infection and the spread of COVID-19. While we have not yet seen any incidence, we are ever prepared to provide the high quality care to our seniors for which Mary Wade is recognized. We have enacted new procedures and policies that will reduce the risk to our community.</p>
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<p><strong><em>But we are doing this at a high cost</em></strong></p>
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<li>We are losing $100,000 month in revenue due to the closing of our Adult Day Center</li>
<li>We had to cut back our transportation services</li>
<li>We are forced to significantly reduce the number of admissions</li>
<li>We have reduced the number of available beds to create private rooms to care for residents testing positive</li>
<li>Increasing purchases of infection control supplies and personal protection equipment (PPE)</li>
<li>Resulting reduction in staff productivity</li>
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<p><strong><em>With all this, Mary Wade has been able to</em></strong></p>
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<li>Avoid layoffs and maintained our staffing and reassigned drivers, ADC personnel and others to other areas of the operation</li>
<li>Provide additional resources to enable our non-essential staff to work remotely</li>
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<p>All this and more has resulted in <em>dramatic reductions to our already meager revenue streams</em>.</p>
<p>And the federal government has not provided for a “care package” to rescue not for profit nursing homes such as Mary Wade. Instead, the government is providing small business no or low-interest loans, but have excluded not for profit organizations AND those organizations that receive Medicaid funding, revenue already well below market rates.</p>
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<p>We’re in a Catch-22….ever committed to our mission of providing high quality medical and social programs for our most vulnerable older adults, while at the same time <em>fulfilling that mission at a devastating cost</em>.Please help us continue our mission…at all costs, by making a tax deductible gift today. </p>
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<p>We encourage you to make your gift online by <strong><a href="https://marywade.org/giving">clicking here</a></strong>, or you can mail your gift to: Mary Wade</p>
<p>Development Office –C0VID-19 Appeal, 118 Clinton Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513</p>
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<p>Thank you,</p>
<p>David V. Hunter</p>
<p>President & CEO</p>
<p>Mary Wade</p>Send your Neighbor some mail!tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2020-03-25:4922875:BlogPost:855942020-03-25T20:39:43.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" id="id_5e7bbfa72d2f22525239680"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4227588305?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4227588305?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a> Whether it is pictures, cards, or letters, our residents would love to hear from you!<br></br><br></br>Right now, there is no evidence indicating the coronavirus can spread through the mail, yet<span> …</span></div>
<div id="id_5e7bbfa72d2f22525239680" class="text_exposed_root text_exposed"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4227588305?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4227588305?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a>Whether it is pictures, cards, or letters, our residents would love to hear from you!<br/><br/>Right now, there is no evidence indicating the coronavirus can spread through the mail, yet<span> </span><a class="_58cn" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/marywade?epa=HASHTAG">#MaryWade</a><span> </span>is taking all the necessary precautions when accepting letters and packages.<br/><br/>Send to:<span class="text_exposed_show"><br/>Resident's Name<br/>c/o Mary Wade<br/>118 Clinton Ave<br/>New Haven, CT 06513<br/><br/>Please note that upon arrival, all mail is segregated for 48 hours per CMS guidelines before being delivering to your loved ones.</span></div>
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</div>World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Daytag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-11-20:4922875:BlogPost:838082019-11-20T18:58:18.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p>Did you know Mary Wade has an excellent Pulmonary Program? Our program includes a Pulmonary Rehabilitation clinic. The clinic continues to be under the supervision of Dr Allen Rodriquez, Pulmonologist. Pulmonary consults and rounds continue to be on Wednesday’s mornings. The physical therapy team, speech, APRN, nursing supervisors, have been attending rounds, along with myself and Dr Rodriquez. During rounds the team will put together a therapy and treatment plan. A chart review of each…</p>
<p>Did you know Mary Wade has an excellent Pulmonary Program? Our program includes a Pulmonary Rehabilitation clinic. The clinic continues to be under the supervision of Dr Allen Rodriquez, Pulmonologist. Pulmonary consults and rounds continue to be on Wednesday’s mornings. The physical therapy team, speech, APRN, nursing supervisors, have been attending rounds, along with myself and Dr Rodriquez. During rounds the team will put together a therapy and treatment plan. A chart review of each patient is reviewed along with the discharge information of all the medications, lab work with imaging, and interpretation of CXR’s. Then a plan is drafted under the supervision of Dr Rodrigues, during rounds the best suite the patient. Pulmonary rounds include Dr Rodriquez contacting patients’ physicians on any problems or concerns which may arise. He will also consult patient’s families concerning end of life and/or goals of care. </p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3722278313?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener">To learn more call <span>203-697-8484</span><span>.</span><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3722278313?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>Pre Holiday Sales....Early Black Friday Sales...Decorations are hung...HAVE YOU registered to be a vendor at the Mary Wade Christmas Bazaar??tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-11-06:4922875:BlogPost:834502019-11-06T15:49:38.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p>Pre Holiday Sales....Early Black Friday Sales...Decorations are hung...HAVE YOU registered to be a vendor at the Mary Wade Christmas Bazaar??<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3700209695?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3700209695?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Pre Holiday Sales....Early Black Friday Sales...Decorations are hung...HAVE YOU registered to be a vendor at the Mary Wade Christmas Bazaar??<a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3700209695?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3700209695?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>Mary Wade is Hiring!tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-10-25:4922875:BlogPost:835042019-10-25T17:30:00.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><span>As a mission-driven nonprofit organization, we have been serving the Greater New Haven community since 1866, and as we expand, so does our employment opportunities!</span><br></br></p>
<p><span>We are currently seeking to fill the following positions:</span><br></br> <span>• Residential Care Home – Resident Associate: Per-Diem</span><br></br> <span>• Residential Care Home – Resident Associate: 16 hours per week/every other weekend</span><br></br> <span>• Adult Day Care – Therapeutic Recreation…</span></p>
<p><span>As a mission-driven nonprofit organization, we have been serving the Greater New Haven community since 1866, and as we expand, so does our employment opportunities!</span><br/></p>
<p><span>We are currently seeking to fill the following positions:</span><br/> <span>• Residential Care Home – Resident Associate: Per-Diem</span><br/> <span>• Residential Care Home – Resident Associate: 16 hours per week/every other weekend</span><br/> <span>• Adult Day Care – Therapeutic Recreation Director: 40 hours per week/every other weekend</span><br/> <span>• Adult Day Care – Program Assistant: 40 hours per week/every other weekend</span><br/> <span>• Adult Day Care – Program Assistant: Per-Diem</span><br/></p>
<p><span>If you are interested in applying, please contact our HR Department (employment@marywade.org). More details:</span></p>
<p><a href="https://marywade.org/applications/employment-application/career-opportunities">https://marywade.org/applications/employment-application/career-opportunities</a></p>
<p><br/> <span>#MaryWade #Caregiving #CareerOpportunities #Caregiver #AdultDayCare #ResidentialCare #SeniorCare #MemoryCare #Alzheimers #Dementia #SeniorLiving #AssistedLiving #AssistedLivingFacility #NewHaven #NHV #NewHavenCT</span></p>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaartag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-09-30:4922875:BlogPost:828312019-09-30T16:57:04.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong> REMINDER: The deadline to submit applications is Oct. 31, 2019!!</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaar</strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade opens its Annual Holiday Bazaar to the public</p>
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<p><strong>New Haven, CT, July 25, 2019: </strong><span> </span>Mary Wade is accepting applications for vendors for its annual Holiday Bazaar which will take place on December 6-7, 2019. The Holiday Bazaar will…</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong> REMINDER: The deadline to submit applications is Oct. 31, 2019!!</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaar</strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade opens its Annual Holiday Bazaar to the public</p>
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<p><strong>New Haven, CT, July 25, 2019: </strong><span> </span>Mary Wade is accepting applications for vendors for its annual Holiday Bazaar which will take place on December 6-7, 2019. The Holiday Bazaar will feature an array of vendors, a raffle, bake sale, a poinsettia sale, and more.</p>
<p>There are 30 vendor spots available over the two day event. There will be a special emphasis on hand made items, crafts and specialty items.</p>
<p>Proceeds from the 2019 Mary Wade Holiday Bazaar will support the Residents Enrichment Fund which provides entertainment, field trips, activities and supplies to enrich the lives of Mary Wade’s residents.</p>
<p>Applications are available by calling 203-672-7814 or emailing<span> </span><a href="mailto:MWevents@marywade.org">MWevents@marywade.org</a>. Deadline for applications is October 31, 2019.</p>
<p></p>FREE - Caregiver Stress Seriestag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-09-20:4922875:BlogPost:826232019-09-20T16:00:00.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3581381646?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3581381646?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3581381646?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3581381646?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>Mary Wade Ground Breaking is Tomorrow!tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-09-17:4922875:BlogPost:822952019-09-17T18:30:51.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p>Dear Chatham Square Neighbors,</p>
<p>We would like to personally reach out to you and invite you to our Assisted Living/Memory Care GroundBreaking tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 10 am.</p>
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<p>You have been involved in so many steps of this project and we do hope you are able to attend the ceremony as it is a day to celebrate you as visionaries and as neighbors.</p>
<p>Kara</p>
<p> …</p>
<p>Dear Chatham Square Neighbors,</p>
<p>We would like to personally reach out to you and invite you to our Assisted Living/Memory Care GroundBreaking tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 10 am.</p>
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<p>You have been involved in so many steps of this project and we do hope you are able to attend the ceremony as it is a day to celebrate you as visionaries and as neighbors.</p>
<p>Kara</p>
<p> <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3436741417?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3436741417?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><strong>Kara Hunter </strong></p>
<p><strong>Marketing & Communications Manager</strong></p>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniorstag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-08-02:4922875:BlogPost:816782019-08-02T18:47:05.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">For Immediate Release</span></p>
<p><strong>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniors </strong></p>
<p>Whole Person Approach uses tech in effective therapy</p>
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<p><em>New Haven, CT, August 2, 2019 : </em> <em>Older adults over the age of 75 are using technology to connect in more ways than email. At</em> Mary Wade, they are using technology to improve memory and explore creative therapies. </p>
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<p>Mary Wade's Therapeutic Recreation…</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">For Immediate Release</span></p>
<p><strong>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniors </strong></p>
<p>Whole Person Approach uses tech in effective therapy</p>
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<p><em>New Haven, CT, August 2, 2019 : </em> <em>Older adults over the age of 75 are using technology to connect in more ways than email. At</em> Mary Wade, they are using technology to improve memory and explore creative therapies. </p>
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<p>Mary Wade's Therapeutic Recreation Department is responsible for creating individualized programs to improve the quality of life for each resident. Headed by certified recreational therapist Tiffany Burnham, the staff offers activities that provide meaning, purpose and value to each resident. Therapists use the <em>Whole Person Approach</em> to daily living to learn about each resident's preferences, hobbies, talents, spiritual and emotional needs to create an individualized therapeutic program.</p>
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<p>Mary Wade's <em>Whole Person Approach</em> is unique to the industry. </p>
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<p>“We take time to learn about each resident and their interests - past, present and future. Then, we carefully design programming that offers a variety of activities to enhance their quality of life based on those interests”, stated Tiffany Burnham, Director of Therapeutic Recreation.</p>
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<p>The key tool used to support this programming is It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L), which allows any resident with an interest in using a computer to be successful at Mary Wade.</p>
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<p> Monthly calendars are strategically created with iN2L programs and other activities that connect to the residents therapeutic programming. The iN2L offers a full range of activities to engage a resident or a group of residents in meaningful ways such as major league websites, music and karaoke, tai chi and tennis, brain games, family feud, graphic arts, spirituality and religion, Google earth, news and history, and more.</p>
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<p>You can find Mary Wade’s residents and their families using iN2L programs throughout the day. </p>
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<p>“I enjoy playing chess on the big screen. It keeps me alert and my brain working which is a good thing,” admitted one of the residents.</p>
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<p>“We used the iN2L to get us to Google Earth to bring Dad back to Italy where he was born and raised. He went from being very upset, to smiling and being so happy,” said a family member whose father suffers from Alzheimer’s Disease.</p>
<p>The Whole Person Approach effectively provides the right therapy to each individual. </p>
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<p>“You have to really understand each individual and their needs to make a difference. The iN2l system has been a huge part of responding effectively to so many of our residents,” added Burnham.</p>
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<p>“We learn as much as we can about our residents, their likes – their dislikes, what their hobbies are. We incorporate these elements into their life now so they feel like they have purpose and are appreciated,” stated Maria Olmo, Care Coordinator of Mary Wade</p>
<p>Overlapping missions of both Mary Wade and iN2L have helped to make the partnership strong. </p>
<p>“iN2L gives our staff the tools they need to connect with our residents and provide the high level of care Mary Wade is known for. Whether a resident participates in a group or an independent activity, iN2L has contributed to their quality of life,” stated Stan DeCosta, Executive Director of Mary Wade</p>
<p>Jack York, the founder of iN2L, will visit Mary Wade in September to celebrate the software’s 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary and to demonstrate new applications.</p>
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<p>“Since 1999, iN2L has been driven to improve the lives of older adults living in senior living communities through engaging technology, we’ve particularly focused on individuals living with dementia. Our success has 100% been driven by the passionate, creative staff that work in the communities we serve, and no organization exemplifies that passion more than Mary Wade,” says York. </p>
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<p><strong>About Mary Wade: Founded in 1866,</strong> Mary Wade is a senior care community serving New Haven County. Mary Wade provides long term skilled nursing, short term rehab, adult day care, and a residential care home for older adults in need. The mission at Mary Wade is to provide those in need with the highest quality medical and social programs, as well as supervised residential services in order to promote their individual abilities in a traditional, dignified and comfortable community of caring. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.marywade.org">www.marywade.org</a>.</p>
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<tbody><tr><td><p><strong>About It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L): </strong> Founded in 1999, is dedicated to helping older adults realize the full benefits of today’s technology. iN2L integrates the <a href="https://in2l.com/our-system/hardware-options/">hardware</a>, software, media and various components necessary to allow virtually any person with any interest in using a computer — regardless of background, physical or intellectual abilities — to do so pleasurably, engagingly, and without frustration. The <a href="https://in2l.com/our-system/">system</a> is built on a picture-based, touch-screen interface that allows users to simply “touch” their way to find engaging, educational, spiritual and personalized content that is appropriate to their own level of ability. From using e-mail and web cams to connect with family and friends, to enjoying mind-stimulating activities, to improving hand-eye coordination as part of a rehabilitation program, elders with a wide range of physical and cognitive abilities, most of whom have never used a computer, are now enjoying technology using systems adapted especially for them. For more information, go to <u><a href="http://www.in2l.com">www.in2l.com</a></u> </p>
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</table>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniorstag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-08-02:4922875:BlogPost:816762019-08-02T18:47:02.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">For Immediate Release</span></p>
<p><strong>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniors </strong></p>
<p>Whole Person Approach uses tech in effective therapy</p>
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<p><em>New Haven, CT, August 2, 2019 : </em> <em>Older adults over the age of 75 are using technology to connect in more ways than email. At</em> Mary Wade, they are using technology to improve memory and explore creative therapies. </p>
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<p>Mary Wade's Therapeutic Recreation…</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">For Immediate Release</span></p>
<p><strong>Mary Wade Uses Technology to Engage Seniors </strong></p>
<p>Whole Person Approach uses tech in effective therapy</p>
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<p><em>New Haven, CT, August 2, 2019 : </em> <em>Older adults over the age of 75 are using technology to connect in more ways than email. At</em> Mary Wade, they are using technology to improve memory and explore creative therapies. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Mary Wade's Therapeutic Recreation Department is responsible for creating individualized programs to improve the quality of life for each resident. Headed by certified recreational therapist Tiffany Burnham, the staff offers activities that provide meaning, purpose and value to each resident. Therapists use the <em>Whole Person Approach</em> to daily living to learn about each resident's preferences, hobbies, talents, spiritual and emotional needs to create an individualized therapeutic program.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Mary Wade's <em>Whole Person Approach</em> is unique to the industry. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>“We take time to learn about each resident and their interests - past, present and future. Then, we carefully design programming that offers a variety of activities to enhance their quality of life based on those interests”, stated Tiffany Burnham, Director of Therapeutic Recreation.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The key tool used to support this programming is It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L), which allows any resident with an interest in using a computer to be successful at Mary Wade.</p>
<p> </p>
<p> Monthly calendars are strategically created with iN2L programs and other activities that connect to the residents therapeutic programming. The iN2L offers a full range of activities to engage a resident or a group of residents in meaningful ways such as major league websites, music and karaoke, tai chi and tennis, brain games, family feud, graphic arts, spirituality and religion, Google earth, news and history, and more.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>You can find Mary Wade’s residents and their families using iN2L programs throughout the day. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>“I enjoy playing chess on the big screen. It keeps me alert and my brain working which is a good thing,” admitted one of the residents.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>“We used the iN2L to get us to Google Earth to bring Dad back to Italy where he was born and raised. He went from being very upset, to smiling and being so happy,” said a family member whose father suffers from Alzheimer’s Disease.</p>
<p>The Whole Person Approach effectively provides the right therapy to each individual. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>“You have to really understand each individual and their needs to make a difference. The iN2l system has been a huge part of responding effectively to so many of our residents,” added Burnham.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>“We learn as much as we can about our residents, their likes – their dislikes, what their hobbies are. We incorporate these elements into their life now so they feel like they have purpose and are appreciated,” stated Maria Olmo, Care Coordinator of Mary Wade</p>
<p>Overlapping missions of both Mary Wade and iN2L have helped to make the partnership strong. </p>
<p>“iN2L gives our staff the tools they need to connect with our residents and provide the high level of care Mary Wade is known for. Whether a resident participates in a group or an independent activity, iN2L has contributed to their quality of life,” stated Stan DeCosta, Executive Director of Mary Wade</p>
<p>Jack York, the founder of iN2L, will visit Mary Wade in September to celebrate the software’s 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary and to demonstrate new applications.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>“Since 1999, iN2L has been driven to improve the lives of older adults living in senior living communities through engaging technology, we’ve particularly focused on individuals living with dementia. Our success has 100% been driven by the passionate, creative staff that work in the communities we serve, and no organization exemplifies that passion more than Mary Wade,” says York. </p>
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<p><strong>About Mary Wade: Founded in 1866,</strong> Mary Wade is a senior care community serving New Haven County. Mary Wade provides long term skilled nursing, short term rehab, adult day care, and a residential care home for older adults in need. The mission at Mary Wade is to provide those in need with the highest quality medical and social programs, as well as supervised residential services in order to promote their individual abilities in a traditional, dignified and comfortable community of caring. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.marywade.org">www.marywade.org</a>.</p>
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<tbody><tr><td><p><strong>About It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L): </strong> Founded in 1999, is dedicated to helping older adults realize the full benefits of today’s technology. iN2L integrates the <a href="https://in2l.com/our-system/hardware-options/">hardware</a>, software, media and various components necessary to allow virtually any person with any interest in using a computer — regardless of background, physical or intellectual abilities — to do so pleasurably, engagingly, and without frustration. The <a href="https://in2l.com/our-system/">system</a> is built on a picture-based, touch-screen interface that allows users to simply “touch” their way to find engaging, educational, spiritual and personalized content that is appropriate to their own level of ability. From using e-mail and web cams to connect with family and friends, to enjoying mind-stimulating activities, to improving hand-eye coordination as part of a rehabilitation program, elders with a wide range of physical and cognitive abilities, most of whom have never used a computer, are now enjoying technology using systems adapted especially for them. For more information, go to <u><a href="http://www.in2l.com">www.in2l.com</a></u> </p>
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</table>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaartag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-08-02:4922875:BlogPost:819102019-08-02T18:30:00.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><strong>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaar</strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade opens its Annual Holiday Bazaar to the public</p>
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<p><strong>New Haven, CT, July 25, 2019: </strong> Mary Wade is accepting applications for vendors for its annual Holiday Bazaar which will take place on December 6-7, 2019. The Holiday Bazaar will feature an array of vendors, a raffle, bake sale, a poinsettia sale, and more.</p>
<p>There are 30 vendor spots available over the two day event. There…</p>
<p><strong>Vendors Sought for Holiday Bazaar</strong></p>
<p>Mary Wade opens its Annual Holiday Bazaar to the public</p>
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<p><strong>New Haven, CT, July 25, 2019: </strong> Mary Wade is accepting applications for vendors for its annual Holiday Bazaar which will take place on December 6-7, 2019. The Holiday Bazaar will feature an array of vendors, a raffle, bake sale, a poinsettia sale, and more.</p>
<p>There are 30 vendor spots available over the two day event. There will be a special emphasis on hand made items, crafts and specialty items.</p>
<p>Proceeds from the 2019 Mary Wade Holiday Bazaar will support the Residents Enrichment Fund which provides entertainment, field trips, activities and supplies to enrich the lives of Mary Wade’s residents.</p>
<p>Applications are available by calling 203-672-7814 or emailing <a href="mailto:MWevents@marywade.org">MWevents@marywade.org</a>. Deadline for applications is October 31, 2019.</p>
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<p><strong>About Mary Wade: </strong> Founded in 1866, Mary Wade is a senior care community serving New Haven County. Mary Wade provides long term skilled nursing, short term rehab, adult day care, and a residential care home for older adults in need. The mission at Mary Wade is to provide those in need with the highest quality medical and social programs, as well as supervised residential services in order to promote their individual abilities in a traditional, dignified and comfortable community of caring. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.marywade.org">www.marywade.org</a>.</p>
<p> </p>Parkinson's Support Group at Mary Wadetag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-05-07:4922875:BlogPost:807212019-05-07T11:54:47.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p>The May 8th Parkinson Support Group has been rescheduled to May 22nd.</p>
<p>Looking forward to seeing you there!</p>
<p>The May 8th Parkinson Support Group has been rescheduled to May 22nd.</p>
<p>Looking forward to seeing you there!</p>Mary Wade Annual Easter Plant Saletag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2019-04-18:4922875:BlogPost:799492019-04-18T13:36:16.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2057311785?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2057311785?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></p>
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<p>Beginning Thursday, April 18 through Easter Sunday, April…</p>
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<tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Make Mary Wade your stop this year for your Easter Plants!*</strong></p>
<p>Beginning Thursday, April 18 through Easter Sunday, April 21</p>
<p>9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday</p>
<p>9 a.m. - 12 noon Sunday</p>
<p><strong><em><u>*All net proceeds from the sale benefit our residents directly through the</u></em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em><u>Resident Enrichment Fund</u></em></strong></p>
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<tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Azaleas, Daffodils, Hyacinths, Lily, Tulips</strong></p>
<p>starting at $5 and above</p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2057311785?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></p>Now Hiringtag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2018-10-01:4922875:BlogPost:766112018-10-01T16:47:55.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
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<p>Driver, Per Diem</p>
<p><strong>Must have a valid CT Driver’s License AND a ‘V’, ‘A’, or ‘F’ endorsement. Experience working with Seniors preferred.</strong></p>
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<li>Must have excellent safety record and a clean driving record.</li>
<li>MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS.</li>
<li>Must have positive energy and enthusiasm</li>
<li>Must demonstrate compassion, patience and outstanding customer service when interacting with clients and their families.</li>
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<p>Driver, Per Diem</p>
<p><strong>Must have a valid CT Driver’s License AND a ‘V’, ‘A’, or ‘F’ endorsement. Experience working with Seniors preferred.</strong></p>
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<li>Must have excellent safety record and a clean driving record.</li>
<li>MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS.</li>
<li>Must have positive energy and enthusiasm</li>
<li>Must demonstrate compassion, patience and outstanding customer service when interacting with clients and their families.</li>
<li>Must have experience using a wheelchair lift.</li>
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<p>Our drivers are responsible for ensuring that all clients are properly cared for as they are transported to and from their destination.</p>
<p>Mary Wade is a dynamic, resident centered environment with the highest standards of care. Our staff are passionate people who work together to go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure the well-being of our residents.</p>
<p><strong>FROM DMV website: Types of Connecticut Public Passenger Endorsements</strong></p>
<p><strong>“V” Endorsement:</strong> Required to operate a student transportation vehicle transporting students to and from school, including transporting special education students, or any vehicles that requires an “A” or “F” endorsement. A certificate of safety training (R-360) is also required prior to the issuance of the “V” endorsement. A certificate may be obtained through school bus company.</p>
<p><strong>“A” Endorsement:</strong> Required to operate a student transportation vehicle used in connection with school-sponsored events and activities or other vehicle that requires an “F” endorsement. Cannot be used to transport students from home to school.</p>
<p><strong>“F” Endorsement:</strong> Required to operate a taxi, livery vehicle, service bus, motor bus or motor coach (In addition to the “F” endorsement a CDL with a "P" endorsement is required on vehicles designed to transport sixteen or more passengers, including the driver.</p>
<p>Per Diem employees are eligible to participate in our matching retirement plan!</p>
<p><strong>Due to the volume of applications, no phone calls please. Candidates will be contacted as appropriate.</strong></p>
<p>EOE/AA</p>
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<p><a href="https://marywade.org/blog?id=741344/we-re-hiring">https://marywade.org/blog?id=741344/we-re-hiring</a></p>Tennis Anyone?tag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2018-04-26:4922875:BlogPost:744792018-04-26T21:13:38.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
<div align="center" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">It’s a Firesale! Mary Wade has a few items remaining from last week’s <a href="https://one.bidpal.net/wade/browse/all" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Wine Dinner Silent Auction</a>. Bidding opens now and will close on Friday, May 4, 2018. Tennis anyone?…</span></div>
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<div align="center" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">It’s a Firesale! Mary Wade has a few items remaining from last week’s <a href="https://one.bidpal.net/wade/browse/all" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wine Dinner Silent Auction</a>. Bidding opens now and will close on Friday, May 4, 2018. Tennis anyone?</span></div>
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<div align="center" style="text-align: left;"></div>Mary Wade Home seeks Donations of Bottles of Winetag:chathamsquare.ning.com,2018-04-06:4922875:BlogPost:737762018-04-06T02:47:45.000ZKara Hunterhttps://chathamsquare.ning.com/profile/KaraHunter
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=original" target="_self"></a>The Mary Wade Home is seeking donations of bottles of wine, in the $15-20 range for the <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-right" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="300"></img></a> Wall of Wines table at our annual fundraising. Guest at the event purchase these bottle at a markup and 100% of the income goes to help supporting the Mary Wade Home. This is…</p>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=original" target="_self"></a>The Mary Wade Home is seeking donations of bottles of wine, in the $15-20 range for the <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="300" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3150979063?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="300" class="align-right"/></a>Wall of Wines table at our annual fundraising. Guest at the event purchase these bottle at a markup and 100% of the income goes to help supporting the Mary Wade Home. This is a quick and easy to support the Mary Wade Home. If you are interested in helping please purchase a bottle of your favorite wine and drop it off at the front desk of the Mary Wade Home any time. Don't forget to fill out the attached donation form. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. Thank you for supporting the Mary Wade Home. </p>