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Trustee Thoughts
2009: A Significant Year For BVMI
BECAUSE OF YOU. . .
It is because of you – who have given your time, your talent, your “We can’t wait to open the doors”
financial support – that the Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative, Inc. reports a I recall perfectly how I first
remarkable year to date. In spite of the global economic crisis affecting became aware of BVMI.
each of us in many personal and professional ways, BVMI has made Dr. David Roth, a BVMI Board
significant progress in fundraising, construction, and program development. member who shares my
Our heartfelt thanks to each of you who has participated in this wonderful enthusiasm for good wine, and I
achievement. were together at a wine tasting.
Fundraising efforts for the first half of 2009 have been very successful. The He casually mentioned that Dr.
following support from individuals, foundations, and the public sector have Sam Cassell, whom I had known Gene Marsh
propelled us toward an anticipated opening of the BVMI Healthcare Center Vice-Chair,
for many years, was starting up a Board of
in late Fall 2009. group to establish a family Trustees
The Bolger Foundation: the $100,000 challenge grant for first quarter 2009
medical center for a segment of
was exceeded because of your generosity. BVMI raised $149,000 in
uninsured working residents of Bergen County.
contributions and pledges from individual donors for a total infusion of
Knowing that I couldn’t see patients, I said
$249,000.
The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey: BVMI received a renewed grant that I’d like to be involved in some other way --
for years 2009 and 2010. The total amount of $40,000 is for continued thinking that I could help out by doing clerical or
community outreach and for partial funding of an Electronic Medical maintenance work.
Records system. Within a few days of the conversation, I
The Division of Community Development, County of Bergen: in addition received a call from our intrepid founder, Sam,
to a $99,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), BVMI applied for inviting me to a meeting. As they say, “the rest is
and received $200,000 in federal stimulus funds, CDBG-R (Recovery). This is history.” I was hooked. The cause was real, much
part of the total amount of $2.8 million awarded to Bergen County by the needed, and local. There were a lot of committed
federal government for municipalities and non-profit organizations with folks involved, quite a few of whom I knew.
“shovel-ready” projects. The $299,000 is earmarked for construction costs, Because of my experience in real estate and
and frees donor-raised funds for Healthcare Center operations. building development prior to retirement, I felt I
Construction of the BVMI Healthcare Center, as seen in photos published could contribute the most in those areas. It took
in this newsletter, is underway. Started in July, the project is scheduled for quite a while to determine how much space would
completion in time for a Fall 2009 opening. be needed and where to locate. We went down
Program Development has received significant support from the Robert many paths and considered several possibilities
Wood Johnson Foundation. The Bergen County Community Action Partnership, Inc., before deciding on 241 Moore Street, Hackensack.
in collaboration with BVMI, was recently awarded a $250,000 grant over three
It’s been almost five years since that first
years to address the issue of health literacy among immigrant populations in
meeting. There were definitely times when I did
our community. The “Pathways to Health” program is expected to begin in
not think this project would get off the ground. I
September. The grant was written in large part by Dale DeAngelis Mottola,
BVMI; and Mary Mulvaney, BCCAP. Their excellent proposal was one of 11 never dreamed how much effort, planning,
selected from 40+ applicants statewide. cajoling, and fundraising would have to be put in
by so many people to bring us to the point where
We have been fortunate in securing talented and experienced we are now: a facility under construction – almost
professionals to head the Healthcare Center operations. Arthur De Simone, ready to welcome patients in late Fall 2009 to a
MD, will serve as Medical and Facility Director; Edythe Kornfeld, BSN, MPH, will well-planned, well-equipped physicians’ office.
be the Deputy Facility Director; and Dale DeAngelis Mottola will be the We can’t wait to open the doors!
Administrative Director. They are busy planning the staffing and equipping of
the Center as well as precise functioning for patient care. The team is aided
by several key committees whose members have put in countless hours to RECOGNIZING ROTARY
help our cause. Rotarians: True to Their Motto,“Service Above Self”
Bergen County Rotary Clubs generously supported
As we move forward to opening day, we are mindful that continual, the Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative by pledging
relentless fundraising efforts are necessary in order to meet our mission. The contributions to match The Bolger Foundation
Fundraising Committee, co-chaired by Janet Finke and Marilyn Schotz, is Challenge Grant as follows:
making plans through 2010 and beyond. All ideas are welcome. Our next
Paramus Rotary, $10,000
newsletter, December 2009, will focus on the day-to-day operations of the
Hackensack Rotary, $5,000
BVMI Healthcare Center and on the fundraising plans to support them.
Bergen Highlands Rotary, $2,000
Again,our heartfelt thanks for your ongoing participation.
Teaneck Rotary, $250
The Walter D. Head Foundation of Rotary District
7490, which represents Rotary Clubs in Bergen, Hudson,
Bernard M. Weinstein, Chair and Passaic Counties, contributed $5,000 as a matching
on behalf of the Board of Trustees, BVMI grant to the Rotary Club pledges. The funds will be used
to purchase medical equipment for the BVMI Healthcare
Center. Additionally, the Paramus Rotary React Club,
West Book Middle School, contributed $500 to BVMI.
BVMI’s Annual Meeting Draws Large Crowd . . .
Rotary International is the world’s first service club
organization. Members are volunteers who work locally,
Over 100 people attended our Annual Meeting held at Holy Name Hospital, regionally, and internationally to combat hunger, improve
Teaneck, NJ. The audience was warmly welcomed by Pargellan A. McCall, PhD, health, provide education, and promote peace. BVMI
member of the Board of Trustees, BVMI, who introduced the program. is extremely grateful to the local clubs for their
Our guests were inspired by Gene Cheslock, MD, the President and a Founder of investment in our mission.
the Parker Family Health Center, Red Bank, NJ, who delivered the Keynote Address;
and by the remarks of Gene Marsh, Vice-Chair, BVMI; and Steve Rivkin, founder of
Rivkin & Associates, Glen Rock, NJ, and a member of the Board of Directors,
Volunteers in Medicine, Burlington, VT. Judith K. Winn, PhD, member of the Board of
Trustees, BVMI, moderated the panel.
Bernie Weinstein, Chair, BVMI, gave the Annual Report. Janet Finke,
member of the Board of Trustees, BVMI, and co-Chair, Fundraising
Committee, gave a brief history of BVMI in honor of Samuel A. Cassell, MD,
Founding Chair. Dr. Cassell concluded the program with his personal Members of the Paramus Rotary React Club, West
statement: “A Vision Becomes Reality.” Brook Middle School, are joined by Martin Diamond,
If you would like a copy of the Annual Meeting Program, please e-mail your seated far left, member, Paramus Rotary Club, advisor
request to jwright@thewrightperspective.com. Please include a postal address as to React; and Judith K. Winn, PhD, center, member,
the program will be mailed. The program includes a listing of all donors as of BVMI Board of Trustees
March 31, 2009.
MANY THANKS . . .
BVMI is supported by the generosity of its donors and
the work of its volunteers. Our contributors were
acknowledged in the Annual Report, April 2009. We
are also indebted to the innumerable individuals who
have worked diligently on committees: we could not
have progressed without them. At this time, we extend
our gratitude to those friends who have recently made
Over 100 people attend Annual Meeting in-kind donations to BVMI.
Furnishings and Equipment
Carole Brody, Dr. David E. Cohen, Dr. Arthur De Simone,
Dr. Kenneth Herman, Florence Hurwitz, Leyland Alliance,
Pargellan A. McCall, Josephine Lisandrello, Dr. Charlotte Sokol,
PhD welcomes audience Dr. David B. Sutter, Valley Health Medical Group,
Dr. Saul Zucker
Database
Salesforce.com
Sandra Schanzer, Dorset Consulting,
Salesforce.com Specialist
Personal Fundraising
Jonathan Pearson, Deputy Susan Nashel, April Rivkin, Doris M. Swenson
Director, Horizon Foundation for
Warehouse Space
New Jersey, center, presents
Eastern States Steel Corporation
check to members of the BVMI
Bolger & Co. Inc.
Board, l to r: Samuel A. Cassell, MD,
Marilyn Schotz, Janet Finke, and Senator Robert Gordon, Councilwoman Hospitality
Bernard M. Weinstein center, presents Resolution Karen Sasso, Bergen County Community Action Partnership, Inc.
from the state legislature to City of Hackensack, Holy Name Hospital
members of the BVMI Board, gives remarks Ongoing Assistance
Michael W. Azzara, left, and Anjanette Sumala, Sue Pearly
Samuel A. Cassell, MD, right Bergen County Medical Society
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
BVMI seeks a part-time, bi-lingual (English/ Spanish), public Community Action Partnership, Inc. Responsibilities include
health nurse with experience in health education. The recruiting candidates for the program, educating
position is funded by a grant from the Robert Wood participants and healthcare providers, and monitoring
Johnson Foundation. The ability to develop and/or secure activity, progress, and outcomes. Must be able to work
educational materials for an immigrant population in order flexible hours. Please forward CV electronically to:
to reduce the barriers to quality health care is essential. The applications@bvmi.net; or FAX to 201.402.6869; or send by
individual will perform basic health assessments on study postal mail to Edythe Kornfeld, BVMI, P.O. Box 337,
participants and will work with the Bergen County Hackensack, NJ 07602-0337.
Fact Sheet:
Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative, Inc.
BVMI will provide free primary medical care to Bergen County BVMI will not accept third party reimbursement; our ability to
residents who are working and have incomes between 100% and open the doors to the BVMI Healthcare Center and to keep them
200% of the prevailing federal income poverty guideline and have open is totally dependent on contributed income.
neither medical insurance nor the means to pay for care. BVMI is part of a national network of free primary medical health
(Individual: $10,830 - $22,660; Couple: $14,570 - $29,140; centers: Volunteers in Medicine. The BVMI Healthcare Center will be
Family of Four: $22,050 - $44,100.) one of 74 in the country.
BVMI expects to have an impact on public health by BVMI is guided by a “Culture of Caring” which is the heart and
decreasing infectious disease, stabilizing chronic conditions, and soul of every VIM center. It is based on an ethical standard in
reducing pain and suffering through early intervention and medicine: the way people are treated during a visit to the BVMI
consistent treatment. Healthcare Center is as important as the medical care they receive.
Patients will be seen by appointment.
A WORK IN PROGRESS...
Architect: The Bilow Group, 161 Main Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ
David Bilow, AIA; Sean Sutherland, Project Coordinator
Contractor: Construction Contractors of NY, Corp.,
208 Russell Place, Hackensack, NJ Project Management Team:
Monica Mastrapasqua, Philip Mastrapasqua, Talib Najjar
BVMI
BERGEN VOLUNTEER MEDICAL INITIATIVE, INC.
health care for the uninsured
P O Box 337
Hackensack, NJ 07602-0337
201.342.2478 • www.bvmi.org
NewsLetter
FALL
2009
BVMI ate!
Save the DHouse and Ribbon-Cutting
Open
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
BERGEN VOLUNTEER MEDICAL INITIATIVE, INC.
Board of Trustees Advisory Board
health care for the uninsured
2 to 5:30 p.m.
Bernard Weinstein, MPH Michael R. Armellino, MBA Program at 4:45 p.m.
Chair Ronald E. Aubert, PhD, MSPH BVMI Healthcare Center
Gene Marsh
Vice Chair Burton L. Eichler, Counsel 241 Moore Street, Hackensack, NJ
Herbert H. Hyman, PhD Earl Wheaton, MD Please come to see the results of your work, your
Vice Chair
investment, and your belief that this day would come!
Marilyn Schotz Founders
Secretary Michael R. Armellino, MBA “After countless meetings, hours of planning and dreaming
Peggy Sullivan about our Center, I finally set foot inside the building – an exciting
Treasurer
The Bolger Foundation
Lynn Diamond work in progress -- and was overwhelmed by a sense of pride.
Samuel A. Cassell, MD Pride for myself and pride and admiration for all of the volunteers,
Founding Chair
Deborah Aronson the doctors, other professionals, and the angels among us who are
Michael W. Azzara, MBA making our dream a reality.”
Janet Finke Kenneth Herman, EdD, ABPP
Member of the Board of Trustees
Kenneth Herman, EdD, ABPP
Eileen W. Lindner, MDiv, PhD Please note:
Pargellan A. McCall, PhD A Cocktail Reception in Celebration of the BVMI Healthcare
David I. Roth, MD Center Opening and in Honor of Samuel A. Cassell, M.D.,
Charlotte Sokol, MD Founder, BVMI, is planned for the evening of November 10.
Carl Wierum, MD Details to follow for this fundraising event.
Judith K. Winn, PhD
