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Spring 2006
Threshold
Inside CARE House – the home of the
Child Abuse and Neglect Council of Oakland County
From the
President Penny Power!
A New Year Help Prevent Child Abuse...
is often
symbolized
by a baby Help Prevent Child
and holds
Denise Alexander-Pyle
the promise Abuse - A Penny
and opportunity of a good life. At A Time!
Tragically, there is also the The Council will host its third annual
likelihood that the sweet dreams Circle of Light community education
for that child’s future can too event on April 25, 2006, as part of
easily change to nightmares. National Child Abuse Awareness These partners will be invited to visit
and Prevention Month. This year, a CARE House for a tour, asked to bring
This year has started out special new project, Penny Power, will
impressively for the metro Detroit the pennies they have collected, and
become a part of Circle of Light. deposit their donations into a CARE
area. Following gloom and
Penny Power is a meaningful way for House Penny Power bank, decorated
doom forecasts for Michigan’s individuals and groups throughout by CARE House kids.
automotive dependent economy, the community to get involved,
we were awed by exciting and At the Circle of Light event, the
and to raise awareness of the one evening of the 25th, it is hoped that
energy efficient new vehicles million children who are abused and many of the Penny Power Partners
displayed at the 2006 North neglected each year in this country, will attend the event, and help
American International Auto Show. by collecting pennies for the child
announce the total number of
Fast on the Auto Show’s heels was abuse prevention programs of
pennies collected to date for child
Super Bowl XL. For a month the CARE House.
abuse prevention.
media highlighted Detroit putting Prevention efforts are critical to help
We all share the responsibility
its best face forward, impressing reduce the alarming incidence of child
for preventing child abuse in our
visitors and locals alike. abuse – 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will
communities. The Penny Power
be sexually abused before their
Sadly, less prominent in the Project is a metaphor for what can be
18th birthday.
same newspapers heralding our accomplished when we work together
Penny drives will begin across toward a common goal. One penny,
successes, were articles reporting
Oakland County on April 1, 2006 like one person, doesn’t have much
too many tragic stories of metro - by school and church groups, at
Detroit youngsters who didn’t power by itself.
work by groups of employees, or by
survive the physical abuse they Thousands of pennies, collected by
individuals. The goal of Penny Power
received at the hands of trusted is to collect 1 million pennies - one thousands of caring people, can make
family members and/or caregivers. penny to represent each child who a powerful difference in the lives of
is abused every year, for a total of children. That’s no small change.
Their lives were cut short, too $10,000 raised to prevent Watch your mail for more information
often because of another’s inability child abuse. about Circle of Light, or contact
to cope with the stress that job CARE House at 248.332.7173 with any
Parents, teachers and others who
losses and other unanticipated questions about the Penny Power
share our core belief - It shouldn’t
life changes produced. We were hurt to be a child - are encouraged to Project.
haunted by the images of their organize groups and include children Penny Power and Circle of Light are
innocent faces, while family in becoming Penny Power Partners sponsored by Oakland County
with CARE House. Credit Union.
Continued on page 8
Winner of Crain’s
CARE House, home of Best Managed
The Child Abuse and Neglect Non-Profit 1999
United Way for in the $3-million
Council of Oakland County Southeastern Michigan and under group
Volunteer Profile: Kathy & Kait
Kathy Crawford knew she was
in the right place when a child
offered her a hug and a paper
necklace. She earns her living
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT as an administrative assistant,
COUNCIL OF OAKLAND COUNTY but derives much of her joy
from working as a volunteer
BOARD MEMBERS at the Child Abuse and Neglect
Council of Oakland County, in the
Board of Trustees
organization’s nurturing program.
2006
Denise Alexander-Pyle, President “Some of these children live in
very challenging circumstances,
Debbie Carley, Vice President
and it’s so wonderful to watch
Cathy Weissenborn, Treasurer
the love that is still there,” said Kathy Crawford and Kait Crawford
Laura Ragold, Secretary Crawford, 52, who volunteers three
“A leader will present a lesson plan
Hon. Martha D. Anderson hours a week at the program and
and then we help her perform the
Elaine Baker is working on a degree in sociology
program with the kids, which is
Elaine Blouse at Oakland University. “We try to
correlated to what the parents are
Nancy Bolyard round out the rough edges
Kim Bondy learning in their group.”
for them.”
Nancy Cooper It is a 15-week commitment for the
M. Michael Cotter Volunteering is doubly rewarding
Chief Charles Craft families. The volunteers usually
for Crawford because her daughter,
Katie Farkas work about 3 hours a week.
Kait Crawford, works with her in
Freeman Farrow, M.D.
the Nurturing Parenting Program. Kait Crawford said the program is
Lauran F. Howard
Sgt. Clay Jansson Kait, 25, graduated from Oakland executed within a circle.
Sarah Weiner Keidan University in 2004, and works as
“We have circle time where the
John D. Kessler an apartment leasing consultant.
Irika Mellin leader has a topic of discussion,
She hopes to begin a master’s
George J. Miller usually about feelings, and how to
degree in counseling in the fall.
Frederick J. Morsches express anger appropriately,” she
She began volunteering for the
Terry Murphy said. “We may do that for 30-45
Julie Nelson-Klein council in 2003, after her mom
minutes, and then we will do
Richard Remstad began in late 2002.
a project.”
Suzanne Russell
“It makes me feel so good inside to
Karla Sherry One of those projects was making
Hon. Kimberly Small know I’m helping in some small
anger masks.
Stephen Strome way,” Kait Crawford said. “I just
J. Douglas Turnbull love it. I would like to really work “The children would make the
Margaret C. Warner for this organization one day masks themselves, and then
because I think it’s wonderful to they could wear them at home
Patricia Rosen
Executive Director see positive changes in both the instead of acting out their anger
parents and the children.” inappropriately,” Kait
Crawford said.
Her mom outlined the program.
Contributor’s Corner Kait said she thinks of CARE House
We wish to thank the following “First we were both interviewed to
as a haven for the children. “It is
for their assistance in preparing find out where we would fit,”
a safe environment where the kids
this edition of the Threshold: Kathy Crawford said. “They decided
can have fun and be themselves,”
Denise Alexander-Pyle to place both of us in the Nurturing
Diane Bedenbaugh she said. “They can be little kids
Parenting Program.”
Cindy Bridgman without the cares of the outside
Robyn Gorell The volunteers work with children, world. And the parents can feel
Grigg Graphic Services safe too, to confide in others.”
Erika Lovell
while the parents participate in
MarxLayne & Company their own counseling group. by Shawn D. Lewis for The Detroit News
Verna Piper
Kristin Reitz
Patricia Rosen Child Assistant Volunteers Needed
Tricia Schuster
Laurie Walters Please call CARE House for
Jayne Zellers more information 248.332.7173
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Sharing and Caring Tours Wish List
The following is our WISH LIST:
Sharing and Caring Tours
of CARE House 2006 Sharing & Caring Tours ✓ Gift cards from Costco, Meijer,
April 11 7:30 – 8:30 am Target, JoAnn’s, Michael’s, etc.
These monthly tours are an
✓ Individual juices boxes
informal way to learn more May 9 12:00 – 1:00 pm
about what happens inside ✓ Individually wrapped
June 13 7:30 – 8:30 am
CARE House. Please attend healthy snacks
July 11 12:00 – 1:00 pm
and bring a friend. There’s ✓ Crayola washable markers
no charge. August 8 7:30 – 8:30 am
✓ Arts and crafts supplies such
Sept. 12 2:00 – 1:00 pm as sequins, craft sticks and
See the 2006 calendar of tours
and pick a date. Or, if you October 10 7:30 – 8:30 am glitter glue, etc
prefer, just call 248.332.7173 Nov. 14 12:00 – 1:00 pm ✓ Automatic dishwasher detergent
and arrange a tour at a time ✓ Paper towels
Dec. 12 7:30 - 8:30 am
and date of your convenience.
✓ Antiseptic wipes
✓ Liquid hand soap
✓ Unscented bathroom tissue
Spring Cleaning
✓ Plastic forks
✓ Heavy duty disposable plates
✓ AA batteries
✓ Step stool
Now you can help CARE House ✓ Hand vacuum (like Dustbuster)
while spring cleaning.
✓ Disposable diapers (Newborn
Good News! CARE House can to size 6) (Huggies, Luvs and
accept donations of unwanted Pampers)
(but well cared for) household
✓ Pull-ups for toddlers
goods. Through an arrangement
with OnLine Sales of Birmingham, ✓ Baby Wipes
you can donate items such as ✓ Formula (Similac with Iron)
appliances, musical instruments, powdered
furniture and lightly used brand ✓ Baby Food (fruit, vegetable and
name baby and children’s clothing. turkey dinners)
You can drop off your donations at ✓ Baby Cereal (Multigrain,
CARE House, or call Verna at Oatmeal and Rice)
248.332.7173 to arrange a pickup. ✓ Toys for babies up to 1 year old
This is an opportunity for CARE
✓ Baby Bowls and Sippy Cups
House to raise revenue, and we
look forward to your support. ✓ Magna Doodle Play Kitchen –
due to restrictions, please
contact us first
These types of donations
Stay Tuned For Our New Website! allow us to direct more of
Launching In April: our funds to serve children
and families.
www.carehouse.org
Thanks for your
continued support.
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Grants and Awards
The Milton M. Ratner Foundation Detroit Auto Dealers Association
The Milton M. Ratner Foundation awarded a $30,000 The Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) awarded
multi-year grant to the CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT COUNCIL a $24,078 grant to the Council for the expansion and
OF OAKLAND COUNTY. The funds, payable over three years, enhancement of the Intervention and Treatment Program,
will be used to support the “Helping Hands Shaping Futures” by providing partial support for a Family Advocate and
Volunteer Program at CARE House, the home of the Council. the implementation of new client assessment and
The funds will be allocated to partially support the salary evaluation models.
of the Director of Volunteer Services, and the recruitment,
training, recognition and technical support of the
Council’s volunteers.
National Children’s Alliance
The National Children’s Alliance (NCA) awarded the Council
Verizon Wireless two grants. One was a Program Support Grant of $10,000,
given to Child Advocacy Centers that meet the standards of
Verizon Wireless awarded a $12,000 grant to the CHILD ABUSE full accreditation. CARE House earned and has sustained its
AND NEGLECT COUNCIL OF OAKLAND COUNTY. The funds accreditation since 1992.
were used to provide an additional Nurturing Parenting The second NCA grant is a $5,000 Member Training Grant to
Program at CARE House, the home of the Council, for families fund a four-part training seminar for established therapists
with adolescents ages 13-17. The goals of the intensive, 12-week in Oakland County, on methods and forensically sensitive
parenting education, family support program are child safety, treatment techniques for sexually abused children.
permanency and improved family functioning.
Women of Bloomfield
St. James Episcopal Church
The Women of Bloomfield organization presented a $10,000
The St. James Episcopal Church of Birmingham awarded check to the council at the group’s Annual Holiday Luncheon.
a $1,000 grant to the Council for the Nurturing Parenting The funds will be used to support programming for CARE
Program for families with children ages 5-12. House children and families.
Honoraries
Civilian Citation Ramona Marshall, CARE House’s
for Amy Allen Diversity Champion
Amy Allen, Case Manager
Ramona Marshall was honored as
at CARE House, received
a Diversity Champion by the Race
a Civilian Citation from
Relations & Diversity Task Force of
the Farmington Hills
Birmingham and Bloomfield on
Police Department.
March 20, 2006.
The citation commends
Some champions might be 6’7” and sink
Amy on her “great
a lot of baskets but, to the staff, volunteers
assistance in conducting
and families served at CARE House,
forensic interviews of
Ramona Marshall is a champion.
children”. The award
Ramona came to CARE House in a
was presented in
time of personal crisis.
February in the
City of Farmington Ramona has become the conscience
Hills Council of CARE House and has given back
Ramona Marshall
Chambers. from her heart, setting a high
standard in everything she attempts. Ramona volunteers her time and
Amy Allen talent as a Child Assistant and an Advocate for Children and also serves
as a committee member. Ramona is willing to share her experiences
to make clients realize they are not alone. CARE House is a better place
today because Ramona believes “It shouldn’t hurt to be a child.”
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Upcoming Events to
Chris, Benefit CARE House:
The Eagle
Women of
Scout Bloomfield
Events
Chris Leinoen, a remarkable
young man and an Eagle Scout RUMMAGE SALE
with Troop 360, demonstrated
what a big heart he has this past May 12, 2006
holiday season. The Rochester
Adams High School senior 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
collected new stuffed animals for
the children served by the Child May 13, 2006
Abuse and Neglect Council of 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Oakland County.
Cross of Christ
In his own words: “Initially, I was Chris Leinonen and his Teddy Bear Eagle Project. He
just looking for an Eagle project delivered a large amount of items from our wish list. Lutheran Church
but, after visiting CARE House, I 1100 Lone Pine Road
found that I truly wanted to help obtaining donated stuffed animals Bloomfield Hills
these children, even if it was in one from other Scouts and their families;
small way. After putting my plan into encouraging a local business to donate
action and receiving some of the stuffed some; involving the Adams Robotics ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
animals and supplies that I needed, I Club in the project; and making a lot
was more determined than ever to meet of phone calls. His persistence paid off. June 14, 2006
my goal. It is with a heartfelt thanks to The animals occupied the spare room at 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
you for allowing me the opportunity to his family’s home until it was time to
help you and these families.” take them to CARE House. First United
Chris devoted a huge amount of time To deliver them in time for the holiday Methodist Church
and effort to his project. He spent two season, Chris employed the assistance 1589 W. Maple Road
months collecting new stuffed animals, of family and friends. It actually took Birmingham
which are chosen by children when three fully packed cars to transport the
they visit CARE House. He had heard stuffed animals to their new home.
about CARE House from the mother of HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
Chris has been accepted at Northern
another Scout. Intrigued,
Michigan University, where he plans to November 2006
he researched and paid a visit to
study to become a secondary education
learn more.
teacher of biology. We thank him
His effort included placing flyers sincerely and wish him well in Look for more information in
around a few neighboring subdivisions; his endeavors. our next newsletter.
Children’s Charities Coalition
Designer Tablescapes
Tour a beautiful 10,000 square-foot home located at the
Preview Gala corner of Vaughan Road and Lahser Road. For the Gala and
Wednesday, May 10, 2006 the next four days, enjoy this home and the inspiring tabletop
designs of the area’s leading interior designers, headed by
6 pm to 9 pm
Jeffrey King. Tablescapes is chaired by Patti Balhorn
Show House is located at
630 Vaughan Road Gala tickets $100 and $150
Home tour runs May 11 – 14, 2006
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
$20 in advance or $25 at the door
Call for more information 248.333.0826
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–IN KIND DONATIONS–
Give the Gift of Hope
Karen Adams Cynthia Canty
Each of these special people has been remembered Adventures In Toys Helen Capanda
with a memorial or tribute made in their name: Denise Alexander Debbie Carley
Pyle & Stephen Pyle Patricia Carney
–MEMORIALS– Anonymous Vicki &
Art Leaders Gallery Thomas Celani
Cheryl Ann Bean Joan Hassen Mike “Mobil” Putrus
Barbara Atchison Churchill’s
Helen and Larry Brady Sidney M. Hiller Mindy Ramirez Fine Cigars
Auburn Hills
Doris A. Bushman Joshua Horwitz Presbyterian Church City of Troy
Sam Richman
Rosalie Carroll Evelyn Hull Ashley Avery’s Clinton Interiors
Oscar Roberts
Dr. Ralph Cash Elaine R. Baker Pam Collins
Mr. Arthur Kinnebrew
Nicolas D. Rokich Palma Baker Commerce Grille
James S. Dutnie
Helen Lattin Sue Conway
Laurie Ruskin Barris Sott
Evelyn Ellman
Nick Marinacci Denn & Driker Nancy Cooper
Margaret L. English Helen Scriver Lee Bartoshuk
Mr. Mendelsohn Kathy Cox
Leann Fletcher Norman Severin Cathy J. Bateman Jessie Crittenton
Mary Helen Metz
Gerald Gotthelf Grace Bateman Cynthia &
Isla Small
Janice Morganroth Bay Harbor Richard Cummings
Mr. Malcolm Graham
Jack Morof Irving Stein Company Brenda McDonald
Michael D. Groves & Joseph W.
Barbara Synnestvedt Sandy Bean
Hilda Gustafson Phyllis Payson Cunningham
Beau Jack’s
Andrew Hadesman Mary Polek Belle Weingarden Dr. Robert M. Cutler
Diane & Clarence & Nina Cutler
Herman Halprin Debbie Posner Jeff White Bedenbaugh
Dance Elite
Berkshire Ballroom Dance
Middle School Studio
–TRIBUTES–
Beverly Hills Grill David Wachler &
Ray Abrams James Gitre John O’Brien Big Rock Sons Jewelers
Denise Alexander-Pyle Tracey Goddeeris Rouchdi Rifai, M.D. Chop House Larry DeGroat,
Bingham Farms DDS, PC
Hon. Martha D. Janet Grant Sophia Rose
Anderson Elementary Janelle Denis
Hon. Linda S. Hallmark Pat Rosen
Bireta Co. Nikky
Attorneys at Warner,
Norcross & Judd Rachel Isenburg Hughes Rochelle Sampson Lori Block Dennis-Hernandez
Kamal Mansour Ibrahim Baby Sarafa Bloomfield Lenora Desilets
Bob Bean
Sandy Johnson Marianne Schwartz Gourmet Shoppe Detroit Polo Club
Judy Lynn Bernard
Brad Schram Karen Boe Diana &
Jack Cherney Ruth Kusiak
Kim Bondy Lance Payton
Erika Lovell Meryl Solway
Susan E. Cohen Diana Dietle
Shannon Bradley
Laura Mahler Karen Tomlinson
Michael Cotter Cynthia A. Edison’s 220
Alli Jaye Margolis Elizabeth Van Dusen Bridgman Sameer Eid &
Michael and
Rosemary Cotter Rachel Vattese The Poenicia
Jennifer Martella Cynthia L. Brown
Cynthia Cummings Laurie Walters Robert &
Media Center Team - Brownie Troop 1396
Mary Ann Emick
Noelle Davis Shelly, Phyllis, & Karen Cathy Witt Anita L. Burns
Energetic Soul
Shirley DeWys Naglick Family Loreen Barbara Yaldo Cafe Sushi Solutions
Nancy Gifford Kelly Nelson Mary Lou Zieve Kent Canerday Eurasian Grill
To make a gift in honor of someone special to you, please call Verna Piper at 248.332.7173.
A beautiful tribute card will be sent to each honoree or family informing them of your gift.
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–IN KIND DONATIONS–
Debra Fader Roz & Scott Jacobson Michael & Sarah & Tanglewood
Marcia McGee Matthew Roth Golf Club
Katie Farkas Becky Jaglois
James Design Irika Mellin Rae A. Ruddy Teisha D. Tann
Freeman L. Farrow
Deanna & Sharon M. Meyer Charisse Ryden Kim Terzano
Barbara &
Oscar Feldman Jim Jenkins Tonja & David Mian Rhythm The New York
John Jasso Photography Restaurant
First Presbyterian Gary R. Miller
Church of Pontiac Carol Kasmicski Saks Fifth Avenue The Townsend Hotel
Peter Miller
Five Lakes Grill Sgt. Pete Kelley Salem Hills Dr. & Mrs. D.
Mitchell’s
Golf Club Eugene Thompson
Elyse G. Essick Cheryl Kern Fish Market
Foltyn & Salon Clique Nicole Thorne
Kathy Kidder Anita Monaco
David Foltyn Christine Thornton
Sarah Visger Killips Andrea & John Sawruk
David Freedman & Jason Killips Suanne Trimmer
Erik Morganroth Pam Saylor
Harold S. Friedman Kathy Kilmer Troy Rotary
Morrell, Inc. Matthew &
Kathy & Kirk in the Hills Selah Schie Variety,
NBC Studios
Kenneth Fuerst Presbyterian Church The Children’s
Mari Lee & Judy Schram
Suzanne Gagne KoochieKoo Charity, Inc.
Robert Neff James & Gini Schultz
Barbara Gasko Donna Kowalski Dr. Jacqueline
Neiman Marcus Ed &
Joanne Vaughn
Carol Krynski Julie Nelson-Klein Anna Marie
Giacomantonio Vaughn
Pamela Kyle Schuster
Scott Nelson Chiropratic Clinic
Robert H. Giles Andy Langwald
New Deb & Doug Searles
Ashley Glenn Theresa Visaggi
Barb Leffel Bright Industries Linda &
Oakland County Sue & Gary Wachler
Christopher Oakland Robert Shallman
Prosecutor’s Office Leinonen Eileene &
- David G. Gorcyca Athletic Club Lois Shaevsky
Jeffrey Wachler
Marion & Oakland County Karla J. Sherry
Katherine M. Groves Robert Lemke Nancy &
Quilt Guild Jim Smith
Groves True Douglas Waldo
Kim Levy Oakland University
Value Hardware Sharon Noll Smith Nancy Walters
Lenora Lighthall Shannon O’Brien
Joanne & Julie Snyder Warm Up America
Eric Gudeman Dr. Robert Lisak &
Paramount Studios Mary Kay Snyder
Deena Lisak Waterford Parks
Wendy & Tom Gueth – Dr. Phil Show
Jill & James Lloyd Solomon & & Recreation
Lori Haddad Pepino’s Sons & Co.
Lorenzo’s Restaurant Susan Wayde
Warren Hanson Lynn & Fred Perenic Janet &
Erika Lovell Kathryn Weicker &
Arthur Healy Patrice M. Phillips Ronald Sparrow Robert Joseph
Jan Luttenberger
Hersh’s Postmaster Spirit Warriors Chris Wellsandt
Barbara & - Oxford Post Office
Hickory Grove Robert Mack Sposita’s Ristorante Thomas L. Werth
- Marilyn Adams
Elementary School MaggieMoo’s Ice Deborah L. Stange Christine West
Cassle Poynter
Eric Hill Cream & Treatery Mary Ann Stange Charles D. Wickins
Daniel J. Pozdol
Howard & Howard Pamela Maies Steve’s Deli David Wickins
Carol &
Paula & Dan Howe Manno Clothing & Barbara Stocker Wind Bar &
Richard Ragan
Jacqui Huculak Tailoring, Inc. Zinc Brasserie
Rear Ends Stone’s Fine Jewelry
Lynn Manns Laurie Winston
Imelda’s Closet Studio 330
Marist Academy Debra Reid
Insurance Women Trisha Witty
Ramona & Rocky Mountain Shellie &
of Metro Detroit Jacques Stuetzer Yarrow Golf Club
Thomas Marshall Chocolate Factory
J&L Deana Yasso
Kelley & Pat Martin Sheryl & Sundance Shoes
Promotions, Inc.
Donald Rohan Mary & Lynette Younggren
Una Jackman Marx Layne & Co.
Patricia R. Rosen Donald Swanson Jayne & Ted Zellers
Dr. M. David Eric Mayberry
Alan Rosen Sweet Essentials Donna Zimmerman
Jackson & Darlene Sherry L.
Davis-Jackson McCormick Sydney Ross Roberta & John Tafel Z’s Villa
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Teen Room Gets A New Look Excerpted from an article in The
Eccentric by Susan Steinmueller.
A group of caring students recently raised money, abused could take their mind off things before they were
interviewed by a counselor.”
then helped decorate a waiting room for teens at
the Child Abuse and Neglect Council of Oakland
“We haven’t done any redecorating for six years,” said
County in Pontiac. “We picked out new furniture
Pat Rosen, Executive Director. “The Teen Waiting Room
and new electronics, and subscribed to two
was looking a little dated, and we couldn’t afford to
magazines,” said Michelle Bartoshuk, 15, of
refurnish it. Children who come here are going to be
Birmingham, “so children who had been
interviewed in cases of physical or sexual abuse.”
“It’s great,” Rosen said of the result. “It was
teenagers picking out things for other teenagers.
It couldn’t happen any other way for us.”
Some of their parents are CARE House
supporters, she said, but “The young
people took the lead on this.”
Christopher Jackson, Eric Jackson,
Michelle Bartoshuk, and Vinnie
Celani. The teens did all the work
for planning and remodeling the
Teen Waiting Room at CARE House.
outcomes are realized. At CARE House, – before anything bad happens to
From the President we have known this for a long time. their children.
Continued from page 1
Because we firmly believe that “It
shouldn’t hurt to be a child”, we focus PREVENTION is an amazing concept.
members and neighbors cried in our efforts on preventing abuse and It presupposes we can change an
disbelief. neglect by harnessing every resource outcome by our actions. Modern life
we can to achieve our goals. has become so complicated that it is
Once again we are reminded why
too easy to rationalize tragedies after
the staff and volunteers of the However, as the need for services
Child Abuse and Neglect Council of they occur. But we have the means to
increases, so does the cost required
Oakland County put so much effort ensure that children are safe within
to provide for those services. In a
and expertise into its Nurturing the family setting and outside of it.
declining economy, more charitable
Parenting Programs and in Healthy That is a major reason why CARE
organizations are competing for the
Start/Healthy Families Oakland. If House exists today.
same limited resources.
we can teach and encourage families
Successful parenthood doesn’t just Please come by for a SHARING AND
to interact in a positive manner;
magically happen. It is learned CARING tour (see page 3). You will be
maybe we won’t have to read of
behavior. Abuse cycles are repeated forever transformed by the passion
these tragedies. In 2005 alone, CARE
because they are the only forms and hopefulness that fills every
House provided more than 3200
of parenting the perpetrator may over-used corner, as our staff and
families with services, an increase
of 12 percent over 2004. We strive know. Good skills are acquired over volunteers work tirelessly to fulfill the
to teach them the skills necessary to time, with patience, common sense, promise for a life free from abuse for
enable them to be respectful, patient through learning from mistakes and every child who walks through
and responsive. We serve more, in having the support of family, friends its doors.
anticipation our intervention services and the community. It also means
being able to stand back from the So, let us continue to work together
will be required less.
stresses of one’s life and knowing with others in the Oakland County
There is also a lesson learned from how and where to seek advice and community to make sure that all
metro Detroit’s most recent success. help when the going gets tough. our children live in a positive, safe
When everyone pulls together and CARE House has several incredible environment, where they are loved
utilizes all the available community prevention programs to provide and respected and can fulfill all of
resources, goodwill and positive parents with the assistance they need their dreams for a good life.
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Around and About
In Kind Donations
Below: Spirit Warriors
Right: Marist Academy
S.T.A.N.D. Club donated 118 stuffed animals
Above: Hickory Grove Elementary - Mrs. Reed’s 4th graders. The students
did all the work to make these blankets they donated. The two doctors
and their children delivered them to CARE House. Dr. Shawn Bolton is the
Room Mom for the class.
Right: Children donating books received
as gifts from their birthday party.
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Around and About
Merry-Go-Round 2005
Below: Christopher (Awardee’s Son and Presenter)
and Darlene Jackson (Circle of Hope Awardee)
Above: Sandie Knollenberg (Presenter) and
Deborah Dingell (Kaleidoscope Awardee)
Right: Dick and Dawn Rassel representing
Butzel Long (Merry-Go-Round Awardee)
Left: Julie Nelson-Klein,
Diana Dietle
(Past Circle of
Hope Honorees)
Above: Karla Sherry (MGR Co-Chair),
Lynn Perenic (MGR Co-Chair),
Denise Alexander-Pyle (Board President)
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Around and About
Nurturing Parenting Program
Help for the Holidays
Above: Debbie Carley, Oakland County
Prosecutor’s Office, with holiday gifts for 12
families from its staff.
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Instead of going The Centaurus Society –
an investment in the future
to the mall –
The Centaurus Society is the
Give the perfect gift for any Council’s Planned Giving
occasion – a tribute to those Program, which provides ways
special people in your life, while to support the Council and
supporting the work of CARE House. its mission into the future.
Whether it’s:
Leaving a Legacy
• Mother’s Day • Anniversary
• Father’s Day • Graduation Isla Small was a woman of uncommon
• Grandparents’ Day • Bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah grace and generosity. A Past President
• To honor the memory • Retirement of the Women of Bloomfield, she was
a longtime supporter of the work of
of someone • New baby
CARE House. The Council was recently
• Birthday • New home informed of a bequest of $25,000 that
or any other cause for remembrance or celebration, simply Isla left to the Council in her will.
make a tax-deductible donation to CARE House, and we’ll This gift is a fitting tribute, which
will honor her memory and her
send a card acknowledging your meaningful gift.
commitment to children.
It’s quick and convenient - For more information on becoming
involved with this program, call
just call Verna at 248.332.7173.
Diane Bedenbaugh at 248.332.7173
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
April 25, 2006 May 18, 2006 November 4, 2006
Circle of Light Fashion Justice Merry-Go-Round
Join friends and supporters of CARE House This third-party event, a benefit to support Join us for this signature event - black tie
as we raise awareness and shed light on the Council’s Janice Morganroth Advocates gala with silent auction, dinner and danc-
the problem of child abuse during National for Children Program, will feature a select ing to benefit the kids of CARE House. This
Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness group of judges and lawyers in motion on year’s honorees are L. Brooks Patterson, The
month. Watch the mail for the runway. Chaired by Diana Dietle and Handleman Company and Elaine Blouse.
your invitation. Julie Nelson-Klein, this fun event will be held
at the Community House in Birmingham.
Non-Profit
The mission of the Child Abuse Organization
and Neglect Council of Oakland County CARE House U.S. Postage
The Child Abuse and Neglect Council PAID
is to be an advocate for the safety of 44765 Woodward Avenue Permit #19
all children and to be a leading resource Pontiac, MI 48341 Bloomfield Hills, MI
in the prevention of child abuse and
the protection of children through
education, intervention, treatment
and research, in collaboration
with the community. Please check
your address!
Please return all correspondence to: This is the contact
The Child Abuse and Neglect Council information we have
44765 Woodward Avenue on file for you. If it
Pontiac, MI 48341 is not correct, please
contact Verna Piper
at 248.332.7173
