The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation

NovemberFest

Mon, 05 May 2008 19:01:49 GMT

NovemberFest
Start Date: 8-Nov-08 8:00 AM
End Time: 8-Nov-08 5:30 PM
Location: Willow River Farms, Brookshire, Texas 77423
Speaker:

Event Details:

For more details please visit: http://www.novemberfestmetriccentury.org/

Willow River Farms

4073 FM 3318

Brookshire, Texas 77423

Rice University - Urban Immersion - Volunteer Event

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:33:42 GMT

Rice University - Urban Immersion - Volunteer Event
Start Date: 29-Jul-08 9:00 AM
End Time: 29-Jul-08 11:30 AM
Speaker:

3550 W. Dallas

Houston, Tx 77019

1st Quarter Newsletter 2008

noemail@cri-usa.org — Tue, 13 May 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Click here to view 1st Quarter 2008 Newsletter

13-May-08 4:00 PM

Archie Banes – TIBH Employee of The Year

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 18:00:00 GMT

TIBH Industries, INC. helps provide employment, through the State Use Works Wonders Program, for Texans with blindness and other disabilities. In 2007, there were over 7,600 people with various disabilities employed all over Texas and TIBH contracts paid over $26 million in wages to these exceptional Texans.

TIBH held their annual luncheon and one of their employee’s of the year was Archie Banes. Archie Banes has been apart of The Center’s landscaping crew for over nine years. On a personal note, Archie Banes is a proud father of three little girls. Archie was asked, why he like working for The Center. His response was, “I really like working with GB and Jeff, I also like the other guys, we are all friends.”

“The Center has several contracts that provided services to the Texas Department of Transportation,” said Wilford Scott I was also talking with a senior management official of the Houston District of TxDOT and The Center was made reference to. The comment was “I wish all contractors were like “The Center,” they show up when they are supposed to show up; they do what the contract calls for them to do; they just take care of business.”

3-Apr-08 1:00 PM

Center Resident - Janis "JJ" Jackson - 2008 Excellence in Government Awards Program

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 18:00:00 GMT

In late February 2008, Mr. J. M. Hedge, Chief, Support Services Division (SSD) for the Houston VA Regional Office, received the initial correspondence from the Houston Federal Executive Board (FEB) soliciting nominations for the 2008 Excellence in Government Awards Program. This is an annual special event that is sponsored by the Houston FEB, which is devoted to recognizing extraordinary accomplishments by exceptional Federal employees. There are ten (10) categories of winners that are recognized at an Awards Luncheon that will be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, which coincides with National Public Service Recognition Week.

Mr. Hedge was proud to nominate our very own Janis Jackson, a resident at Cullen and a Mail Clerk at V.A. Medical Center, for consideration to receive the 2008 Award for Employees With Disabilities. The category description was for any employee who is physically disabled and through significant personal effort has overcome the disability and performed his or her job in an exceptional manner. After reading the description, without hesitation, he immediately thought of Janis and began writing up the nomination. Although he knew that the competition would be stiff, he was confident that “JJ's” efforts and accomplishments were noteworthy and would be very competitive.

This week, Mr. Hedge received the fantastic and exciting news from Mr. Michael Mason, Executive Director, Houston Federal Executive Board that Janis was selected as the winner for the 2008 Excellence in Government Award - Employees With Disabilities.

In Mr. Hedge’s professional opinion, Janis serves as a role model for people with disabilities, in that, despite her own limitations, she has overcome her disabilities to the very best of her ability and has exceeded our employment expectations in so many ways. As the actual award nomination states, "JJ has established herself as a valued member of the mailroom team and she positively contributes each day in support of our mission to provide the very best service to our nation's Veterans." Needless to say, Janis is blessed with a wonderful family and the staff at the Center, who have guided her to be independent in her activities of daily living. Janis is assertive, understands and exercises her personal rights, which is evident in her choices of her routine, activities, goals and personal relationships. We, as well as her parents, are very proud of her efforts and of this wonderful recognition.

Mr. Hedge comments, “Janis is not only a role model for people with disabilities...she has inspired our leadership team, her supervisors, and her coworkers with her enthusiasm, positive attitude and the sense of urgency that she exhibits when performing her assigned duties and responsibilities. JJ is one in a million!"

3-Apr-08 1:00 PM

2007 Annual Summary

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Dear friends, families and supporters of The Center:

The Center faced its biggest challenges and opportunities in 2007. Our year began by negotiating with the City of Houston over the issue of land on West Dallas where our main programs operate. I am humbled by the generosity and support we received from Center friends and families and the Houston community. Thanks to overwhelming support, The Center can now make plans to improve our facilities and, just as importantly, expand our services to reach an even greater number of persons with developmental disabilities. The Center’s Board of Governors is working on developing the best service model to help us reach our goals.

Also in 2007, the successful growth of our Home and Community Based Services (HCS) program prompted The Center to open apartment group homes. Presently four apartment homes are fully occupied. The clients living in these homes are able to embrace their dreams of personal independence. The Center is able to provide certain supports, supervision, and monitoring to clients participating in the HCS program. HCS is a Medicaid waiver program, and as an HCS provider The Center can provide services both to the clients presently served and to those seeking services for the first time. Client enrollment in this program has steadily climbed from 25 in 2006 to 49 in 2007.

Another area of steady growth has been in our day programs. In 2007 we had 88 new admissions. This is an unprecedented number and I am certain our resolved land issue and publicity has increased the public’s awareness and interest in our services. Our total client enrollment is at 724.

Behind all of this tremendous growth is the dedication and commitment of a great group of department directors and managers. It is their continued drive towards excellence that will steer The Center towards its exciting future. I thank all of them for their support, professionalism and dedication. Our direct program staff, those that have a daily impact in the lives of those we serve, are highly praised for their commitment to people with mental retardation. Everyday, they achieve small miracles. My sincerest appreciation goes out to all Center staff for their efforts to make a difference each and every day.

Again, thank you to all of our families, volunteers, community supporters, business partners, sponsors, governing members and staff. Without you the successes we achieved in 2007 would not have been possible.
We look forward to 2008 as we map out our new and exciting future.

The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation Consolidated Statement of Activities
Year Ended June 30, 2007
Revenue and Support
Contract service fees and tuition revenues    $9,067,000
Contributions and special events    1,687,000
United Way allocation    1,403,000
Sales of product and services        433,000
Investment income, net     267,000
LifeCare client activity    270,000
All other     151,000
Total Revenue and Support    $13,278,000
Expenses
Salaries, payroll taxes, and benefits     7,465,000
Program cost, including food and supplies     2,017,000
Facilities    1,358,000
Outside services     846,000
Depreciation     748,000
Insurance     284,000
LifeCare client activity    218,000
All other     761,000
Total Expenses    $13,697,000
Decrease in Net Assets    $(419,000)
Includes The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation and Foundation for the Retarded

Enrollment Data by Program: Year Ending 2007
Cullen Residence Hall157
Vocational/Supported Employment    260
Adult Activity Center/Day Care    187
Supported Living    27
Willow River Farms    51
Home and Community Services    42
Total Served    724

2006 enrollment: 673

Active Volunteers    398
Volunteer Hours    15, 390

7-Feb-08 3:00 PM

True Light Resources announces the launch of www.CRI-USA.org

noemail@cri-usa.org — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 1, 2007) – Houston-based Creative Design Studio, True Light Resources, announces the launch of www.CRI-USA.org, The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation’s new website. True Light Resources partnered with Schipul – The Web Marketing Company to create The Center’s new website. “We selected Schipul because of their dynamic association management software, Tendenci.” says JJ Lassberg, co-owner and creative force of True Light Resources. “The Center’s old website was no longer meeting our needs”, said Roshindia M. Pinesett, The Center’s Manager of Public Relations & Volunteer Services. “Now The Center has a site that utilizes the technology available today,” says Tracey Lee Wallace, co-owner of True Light Resources. “Tendenci offered the best possible solution for The Center. The new website will expand with them and will easily accommodate their changes and growth,”...

RUN FOR THE CENTER!

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 22:00:00 GMT

Saturday March 25, 2006 -

RUN FOR THE CENTER!

Since 1986, the Houston Bar Association has raised over $623,000 for The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation. Please join us in continuing to support this worthwhile cause by participating in the 8K race, the children’s run or the 1-mile family walk.

1-Mile Children’s Run 7:30 a.m.
8K Wheelchair Division 7:50 a.m.
8K Run 8:00 a.m.
1-Mile Family Walk 8:30 a.m.

Your participation helps make independent and productive lives possible for those with mental retardation in our community.

http://www.lawweekfunrun.com/ for more information.

Friday, November 17, 2006 - Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 20:00:00 GMT

Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Did somebody say, “hole in one”? That may have been the phrase of the day, when more than 150 players gathered on Friday, November 17, 2006 for the Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament, benefiting The Center – Serving Persons With Mental Retardation. There were a total of four teams and the teams were made up of players from 4 different countries. The excitement was not limited to the golf tournament; there were tons of giveaway’s and opportunity for our clients to meet the players, while pacing out golf bags filled with lots of goodies.

Each year the golf tournament takes place and it is always a huge success, thanks to Will Williams, who is the coordinator for this annual event. Mr. Williams is a long time supporter and volunteer for the The Center, where he also seats on the The Centers Board of Governors. Mr. Williams was asked what motivates him to get involved and plan such events like the Golf Tournament, he states, “helping others and getting involved in the community gratifies him”. Mr. Williams does not stop there, each year he sponsors the annual Easter egg hunt that is held at The Center – Serving Persons With Mental Retardation. The golf tournament is just another way to promote community involvement for persons with mental retardation. We accomplish our goals through the efforts of many individuals and companies.

Thursday January 19, 2007 - Annual Luncheon

noemail@cri-usa.org — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 19:00:00 GMT

On Thursday January 19, 2007 more than 400 people gathered at the River Oaks Country Club, for the annual luncheon benefiting The Center – Serving Persons With Mental Retardation. This luncheon will definitely be one to remember, after the hearing the touching but, very inspiring story of Dick Hoyt and his son also known as “Team Hoyt.”

Dick Hoyt and his son, Rick Form “Team Hoyt” together, they have completed in over 945 athletic events in the last 27 years-including 25 Boston Marathons and 8 Iron man Triathlons. It’s a remarkable record of exertion-all the more, when you consider that Rick can’t walk or talk. They also travel the world speaking out to educate the public about with disabilities and promoting the Team Hoyt motto, which is “Yes You Can!”

This year’s banquet is honoring Elizabeth Deluca a lifetime supporter of The Center and Founder of The Carline School.

Receptionist

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:38:15 GMT

Title: Receptionist
Description: This position serves as a receptionist, and is responsible for answering incoming calls for the agency, assisting residents in answer to their questions and needs regarding telephone calls and mail and for providing assistance to visitors to the agency. Light typing and filing. Required Experience: High School graduate or GED. Computer literate. Ability to operate a switchboard. CPR & SAMA upon hire and annually thereafter.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Activity Coordinator

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:36:12 GMT

Title: Activity Coordinator Description: The Activity Coordinator has the overall responsibility for managing and coordinating the consumer activities in the Adult Cullen Residence Hall. This position assures appropriate activity programming and recreational activities for participants to develop and achieve their potential. Coordinates monthly activity schedules to ensure compliance as it relates to recreational, educational, and habilitation training activities for the benefit of the consumer. Local Travel required. Stressful situations may be encountered. Required Experience: Associate degree from an accredited college or university, plus one year of full time experience working with the elderly or people with disabilities in a human service or medically related program; or 60 hours from an accredited college or university, plus two years of full time experience working with elderly or people with disabilities in a human service or medically related program. CPR & SAMA upon hire...

Office/File Clerk - HCS

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:33:52 GMT

Title: Office/File Clerk - HCS Description: Primary responsibilities (office duties), filing, typing, organizing (Receipt, tracking, follow-up on missing items needed.) in relation to paperwork from FCC, DH, other outside agencies. Assist (Case Managers, Nurse, HCS Compliance Manager, and other HCS personnel) in completing follow-up on items as requested. (To include but not limited to, mail outs, typing, phone calls, contacts, requesting information from other agencies, etc.) Picking up Payroll checks and tracking distribution to staff. Keeping a master file on all purchase orders and follow- up with accounting once item is received. Will participate in special projects, state audit preparations, and other duties as assigned. Required Experience: High School Diploma/GED. Some Computer Skills (With a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, use of Microsoft office e-mail), Filing, good with organization and the ability to multi-task, professional telephone skills. Experience...

Asst. Maintenance Technician

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:31:55 GMT

Title: Asst. Maintenance Technician
Description: This position is responsible for executing a scheduled series of activities involving all phases of general and preventative maintenance to ensure a safe, comfortable living and work environment. Local travel may be required. Required Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Proper use of hand and power tool, sewer machines, portable radio operation, basic electricity, basic plumbing, ability to operate/drive large vehicles, knowledge of basic plant operations. Valid Texas Driver’s License. CPR required upon hire and annually thereafter.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Activity Assistant - WRF

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:29:40 GMT

Title: Activity Assistant - WRF
Description: This person is responsible to work as an assistant to the Activity Coordinator at WRF. This candidate will be responsible to work and coordinate various activities scheduled by the Activity Coordinator. Other duties will include motivation and promotion of various events intended to enrich the lives of the clients we serve assisting with the planning and development of activities and event at the direction of the Activity Coordinator. Driving in Houston and surrounding areas is a requirement for this position. Required Experience: Overall positive attitude, highly motivated individual is a must. Must be able to work without the need for direct supervision. Professionalism and good inter personal skills is a must. Experience in activities desired but not required.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Scheduler - WRF

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:26:49 GMT

Title: Scheduler - WRF
Description: This person will be required to develop and maintain the schedules for all of the residential group homes out at WRF. Duties will include filling vacant shifts for the homes due to sick calls, vacation and all other reasons. Documenting and maintaining needed information as it relates to scheduling is also a requirement. Required Experience: The candidate should be great at multi-tasking, fast thinking with a good analytical mind set. This person must demonstrate sound decision making and accountability towards budget constraints i.e. overtime usage. Professionalism and good inter personal skills is a must. Prefer experience with scheduling, secretarial or other related position.
Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Human Resources Representative

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:24:25 GMT

Title: Human Resources Representative
Description: This position is responsible for administering human resources activities related to recruitment, hiring, benefits, and employee relation for over 300 employees. Constant interruptions from walk-in applicants, employees, and busy phones may be encountered. At times, situations may be stressful when dealing with employees or applicants. Local travel to satellite locations may occur. Required Experience: College preferred or at least 1 year of Human Resource generalist experience. CPR upon hire and annually thereafter.

Education Required: College preferred or at least 1 year of Human Resource generalist experience.
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8431

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

Driver - WRF (Part-Time)

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:18:48 GMT

Title: Driver - WRF (Part-Time)
Description: This position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily transport of people with developmental disabilities, and general office clerical tasks assigned by the department secretary. Driving is an essential function for this position. Driving clients to & from appointments & Airport etc. General office duties, answering phones & filing. Required Experience: High School Diploma or GED. Six months experience in transporting and/or general office work.. CPR and SAMA upon hire and annually thereafter. Texas Drivers License in good standing.

Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time

Contact info:

Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts)
(713) 525-8436

The Center

3550 West Dallas

Houston, Texas 77219-0564
US

CMA - AAC

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:16:34 GMT

Title: CMA - AAC Description: This position is responsible for the administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff. Supervises residents who are trained to self-medicate. Assists with health checks, vital signs, patient weights, and activities of daily living. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, administration and charting of medication. Must be adaptable to change in assignments both in areas of priority setting and role change. May encounter stressful situations and a busy, fast-paced environment. Required Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Two years experience as CMA in a clinical setting. Certification as Medical Aided by the TX Department of Health. CPR and SAMA upon hire and annually thereafter. Education Required: Certification as Medical Aided by the TX Department of Health. Planned Duration of Employment: Full Time Contact info: Dora Arredondo (Add to Contacts) (713) 525-8436 ); document.write(darredondo);...

Program Specialist - AAC

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:11:48 GMT

Title: Program Specialist - AAC Description: Responsible for instructing and training adults with developmental disabilities in an Adult Activity setting. Performs assessments; implements and documents individual program plans under the direction of Service Coordinators; coordinates programming and activities with other staff, and monitors the overall safety and health needs of the assigned individuals. Uses materials as part of the daily activity/training program; generates developmental sequences; develops strategies for each objective and assumes complete responsibility for all training materials. Has responsibility for maintaining scheduled activities as written. Some local travel. Required Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. One year working with people of mental retardation, or in a related human services setting. CPR & SAMA certification upon hire and annually thereafter. Valid TX Driver’s License. Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent Planned...

Volunteer Coordinator

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Willow River Farms offers rural, family style living for adults with developmental disabilities and related conditions. In this rural setting, featuring an organic farm and artisan community, residents experience the satisfaction and pride that comes from productive work.

Tonya Davis
tdavis@cri-usa.org

4073 FM 3318

Brookshire, Texas 77423

(713) 525-8300

Willow River Farms - Office Manager

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:32:20 GMT

The community features cottage-style residences situated around a picturesque central courtyard near the banks of the Brazos River in San Felipe, Texas. Meaningful employment opportunities, vocational training, and day activities are provided, including Artisan studios and an organic farming/landscaping program.

The Willow River Farms property encompasses three hundred acres. Approximately fifty acres are developed for active community living and 50 acres of certified organic farming.

Location
Physical Address:
Willow River Farms
4073 FM 3318
Brookshire, TX 77423

Sherril Carrig
scarrig@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8701

Willow River Farms - Director

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:30:00 GMT

The Willow River Farms property encompasses three hundred acres. Approximately fifty acres are developed for active community living and 50 acres of certified organic farming.

Location
Physical Address:
Willow River Farms
4073 FM 3318
Brookshire, TX 77423

Kevin Kern
kkern@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

San Felipe, TX

(713) 525-8300

Momentum Industries - Manager Business Development

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:29:43 GMT

Momentum Industries offers assembly, packaging and mailing services at competitive prices to the Houston business community. Our flexible work-force is able to meet packaging and assembly needs at a more economical cost and with faster turn-around time than generally expected in the industry.

Elizabeth Cullen

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8303

Supported Employment

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:28:05 GMT

Supported Employment

Yena Snyder
Ysnyder@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8305

Residential Services, C.R.H. - Director

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:26:33 GMT

Our Residential Services programs present a caring home-like environment for adults with mental retardation and related disabilities. The Center’s residential programs are designed to support the personal goals and choices of each person served. We promote autonomy and independence, while encouraging maximum self-help skills, social skills, domestic skills, and money management skills.

Sondra Williams

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8363

Volunteer Coordinator / CREWE

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:25:01 GMT

Serving others in your community can bring immense satisfaction as you help them grow, learn, develop, and succeed. Additionally, volunteering provides you an opportunity to gain new skills, help others, and meet new friends. We hope that you recognize the tremendous benefits of volunteering and will join us in helping assure that everyone involved has a positive, educational experience.

Jane Gove
jgove@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8424

Volunteer Services - Manager

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:22:48 GMT

Public Relations/Gifts –In-Kind/Volunteer Services

Roshindia Pinesett
rpinesett@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8431

Public Relations - Manager

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:21:26 GMT

Public Relations/Gifts –In-Kind/Volunteer Services

Roshindia Pinesett
rpinesett@cri-usa.org

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8431

LifeCare - Director

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 15:19:55 GMT

The Foundation is committed to supporting the mission and goals of The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation, and assists families in planning for the care of their family member with a developmental disability.The Foundation does this through its program of LifeCare. LifeCare services include development of a Personal Care Plan, Advocacy, Guardianship and Trust Management.

LifeCare represents the wishes of the family and acts on their behalf when it comes to making decisions that affect the quality of life for their family member. Whether those decisions involve the frequency and type of social activities or the more serious decisions regarding, for example, long-term health care and funeral arrangements.

Bob Von Minden

3550 West Dallas

Houston, TX 77019

(713) 525-8482

Donations

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:29:53 GMT

The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation and the Foundation for the Retarded are both 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Donors may choose to restrict the use of funds for specific projects or programs or make a general donation to be utilized as needed. Donations may be utilized for:

Tuition assistance
Client events, such as summer camp or the annual Holiday Banquet
Capital Expenditures, Renovations and Maintenance needs
Equipment and Supplies

More Information

To make a monetary donation, please download and submit the Donation Form or call (713) 525-8484.

Send a Friend to Camp

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:08:00 GMT

  Send a Friend to Camp

A gift of $300 provides a full scholarship for one person. Gifts of $50, $100, $150 or any other amount helps sponsor one or more days of camp for residents at Cullen Residence Hall and WillowRiver Farms. Our lucky campers are very grateful!

For More Information Click The Link Below:

Camp Form

Willow River Farms

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:36:02 GMT

Willow River Farms offers a rural, family style lifestyle for adults with developmental disabilities and related conditions. It was founded on the principle that every individual has value and something to contribute to the community. In this rural setting residents realize their potential and experience the satisfaction and pride that comes from productive work. The community features cottage-style residences situated around a picturesque central courtyard near the banks of the Brazos River in San Felipe, Texas. Meaningful employment opportunities, vocational training, and day activities are provided, including Artisan studios. Parents and family members who wanted a rural living option for their loved ones envisioned Willow River Farms. The vision was made a reality in 1989 by The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation. The Center is a private not-for-profit United Way Agency, and has been responding to the needs of people with developmental disabilities since...

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:34:34 GMT

Willow River Farms offers rural, family style living for adults with Mental Retardation. Now accepting ICF clients. Features an artisan community, extensive landscaping program, and More >>

Wish Lists

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:36:00 GMT

The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation accepts in kind donations of needed supplies, equipment or services. Donated items help keep our administrative costs down and donors may be eligible for a tax deduction. Please take a moment to review our wish list. If you find a wish that you are able to fulfill please contact Gifts In Kind as listed above. In kind donations are not limited to the wish list items below. If you have questions as to whether or not we can use a specific item please contact Gifts In Kind. Pick up of donations can be arranged for donors in the Houston area. AdultActivityCenter Automatic External Difibrillator Bath Towels Jackets, Shirts, Sweaters, Socks (For Adult Men and Women) - gently used Refrigerator Recliners (leather or vinyl) Tables and Chairs Twin Bed Sheets (Flannel or Cotton) Underwear (for adult men or women) Adult Training & Employment Services Arts & Crafts Supplies for classrooms (non-toxic) Carpet...

Admissions Department

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:02:33 GMT

The Admissions Department serves as the initial point of contact for all inquiries to ensure potential applicants are connected to programs and services which best meet their needs. The Department provides assistance and direction for families and agencies that wish to access Center services. Contact Us >> Admission Aplication Below *Note* Please print and complete forms 1-12 and fax to Rick Rettig at 713-525-8334. In order to be considered for admissions, all forms must be completed. 1. Application For Services 2. Physical Examination 3. Medication Policy 4. Physicians Request for Administration 5. Admissions - Medication History 6. Emergency Authorization 7. Advance Directives 8. Receipt of Notice of Privacy 9. Program Information Receipt 10. DPT Immunization Record 11. Seizure Classification 12. Admissions - Intake Folder Checklist

Board of Trustees

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:03:21 GMT

Officers:

David Baldwin, President
Jerry Johnston Andrew, Vice President/Secretary
Elizabeth DeLuca, Vice President
Mark T. Dulworth, Vice President
Bernard Z. Lee, Vice President/ Treasurer

Trustees:

Jim Aycock
C. Len Benckenstein
Craig Bergez
Christopher P. Borreca
Joseph A. Cialone, II
Jonathan DePriest
Louis M. Ditta
Jack T. Dulworth
Joni Fichter
Elizabeth Lyons Ghrist
Arthur E. Jones
Marcy E. Kurtz
Jack B. Manning
Mark McCollum
Dena Prasher
Thad “Bo” Smith
Tana Wood

Life Trustee:

Dr. Frank Borreca

LifeCare

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:01:23 GMT

LifeCare’s Commitment to Your Personal Care Plan Mission Statement: The mission of the LifeCare program is to assist those families of persons with disabilities served by The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation in the preparation of individual plans for the support and personal advocacy services for such persons with disabilities when the primary caregiver (parents, guardian, advocate or whomever is filling the role) is no longer able or available to continue the tasks they had previously performed. The Foundation is committed to supporting the mission and goals of The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation, and assists families in planning for the care of their family member with a developmental disability.The Foundation does this through its program of LifeCare. LifeCare services include development of a Personal Care Plan, Advocacy, Guardianship and Trust Management. LifeCare represents the wishes of the family and acts on their behalf when it...

Board of Governors

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 20:14:44 GMT

Board Officers:

Jack B. Manning, President
Brian J. Cohen, Vice President
Wilson Windle, Secretary
Glen Shepard, Treasurer

Board Members:

Jerry Armstrong
Jim Aycock
David C. Baldwin
Christopher P. Borreca
Frank A. Borreca, Ed.D.
Ian J. Butler, M.D.

Debra Collins

Anne Harvey Cowan
Lorene M. Cox
Nona Dancer
Joni Hruska Fichter
Cathy Coers Frank
Elizabeth L. Ghrist
Robert M. Goodside
Henry A. Hill

C. Wayne Johnson
Gwen S. Koch
Bernard Z. Lee
Monica Loesch
Harold I. Nicoll
Jesse V. Noland, Jr.
Darl Petty
Jon M. Prather
Linda H. Rava
Ellin Royds
Greg A. Savage
Betsy D. Smith
Barbara M. Sylvester
James W. Williams

Life Member:

Jerry Johnston Andrew

Raymond Terrell

Contact for Contribution of Stock

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 19:53:08 GMT

To make a contribution of stock, please have your broker contact:

Ralph F. Ruske
Frost National Bank - Vice President & Trust Officer
1200 Smith St, Suite 2200 (Two Allen Center)
Houston TX 77002
rruske@frostbank.com
713-388-7650 telephone
713-388-7808 fax
1-800-438-4891 x77650 toll free

To electronically transfer a contribution from your bank or financial institution:

Frost Bank - Texas
ABA #114000093
For further credit to Foundation for the Retarded
Account No. 170007609

You may also contact:

Debra S. Collins, Executive Director at Foundation for the Retarded
713-525-8479 or dcollins@cri-usa.org

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Release Date: 7-Dec-06 8:41 PM
Expiration Date: 7-Mar-07 8:41 PM

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