BIAWW Annual Report Revised Oct...

Annual Report 2010 - 2011

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Mission/Vision/Value Statements ………………………… 3

Annual General Meeting Agenda ………………………… 4

Message from Board and Executive Director ………… 5

Staff ………………………………………………………….… 6

Financial Summary ………………………………………… 7

Volunteer Recognition ……………………………………… 8

Proposed Board of Directors 2011-12 …………………… 9 & 10

Sponsors and Supporters ………………………………… 11 & 12

The Brain Injury Association of Waterloo - Wellington.

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5A - 607 King Street W, Kitchener ON N2G 1C7 Ph: 519.579.5300 www.biaww.com

Who We Are The Brain Injury Association of Waterloo-Wellington is a not-for-profit charity that provides support, advocacy, and programs to survivors of acquired brain injury and the children and youth in our community. We offer programs at a day program called “The Opportunity Centre” in partnership with Traverse Independence, where members can come from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and participate in various social and leisure programs. We also offer a community education program called “Lidz on Kidz” which allows us to visit area shools promoting wearing the gear and playing safe with the proper helmet as well as a Caregiver’s Support Group.

Mission Statement Give support, hope and answers to survivors of acquired brain injury (ABI)

Vision Statement To be recognized as pioneers in meeting the needs of survivors and their caregivers and setting the standard for innovative program delivery, education and prevention of ABI.

Values � Dignity � Acceptance � Respect � Empowerment

Goals and Objectives � Improve current programs and develop new initiatives for survivors of ABI � Develop customized support programs and information tools for caregivers

� Raise awareness and reduce incidence of ABI

Programs offered at the Opportunity Centre � Arts & Crafts � Knitting Circle

� Glass Fusing � Sewing � Movie Afternoons � Massage

� Arts & Crafts � Hairstyles

� Music � Will with Kelly

� Gardening � Lidz on Kidz

� Tai Chi – Both sitting and standing classes � Community Outings

� Care to Share Caregiver’s Support Group � Book Club

A sincere thank you to Traverse Independence for your partnership and

ongoing support.

Giving support, hope and answers to survivors of acquired brain injury Page 4


ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

October 5, 2011 11:45 am

The Opportunity Centre

AGENDA

1. Welcome from Joanne Nunn, President

2. Approval of the Minutes of 2010 Annual General Meeting

3. Approval of Audited Report for 2010

4. Approval to appoint the financial team of Moore and Steel as auditors for 2011

5. Introduction of Board Members

6. Adjournment

After our Annual General Meeting the Opportunity Centre is having our Thanksgiving Luncheon all those in attendance at the AGM are welcome to join us.


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Message from Board of Directors

and Executive Director

BIAWW’s Board of Directors and Executive Director have had a very busy year. The autumn of 2010 provided members and sponsors with an opportunity to mingle at our Hawaiian Oyster Odyssey. Our Care to Share Support Group for caregivers started in October and proved to be very popular. Drawing on the expertise of our members and volunteers, we were able to produce thousand of glass pieces that were available throughout the community at various venues.

A large crowd gathered at our Brilliance in Music in November to hear the Opportunities and Errol Blackwood. To start the golf season off right, we hosted our annual indoor virtual golf tournament at Golf Without Limits and then to end the season, we golfed at Tralee in September. Our volunteer lunch in February and the June Open House were well attended and helped to showcase our agency and members. We all worked together to end the summer at the annual Kitchener Blues Festival.

Advocacy is a significant part of the mandate of the BIAWW and our education committee, Lidz on Kidz, has been active in supporting that goal in schools in our region. Did you see our Grand River Transit Bus Ads supporting the use of helmets? In conjunction with the Kitchener Rangers, we have developed a Concussion Awareness Card which will be distributed in the community.

Looking beyond our association, our Executive Director has attended Provincial meetings at OBIA and conference planning sessions. The newly formed group of ABI professionals in our community has also given her, the opportunity to network with other support agencies.

This year we reviewed our Bylaws, Policies and Procedures and approved amendments. Our new Governance committee has helped to secure new board members. Our new office assistant, supported by an Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant, has helped the Executive Director in completing databases, volunteer management, community outreach and social media updating. We, the board and our Executive Director, have ensured that the mission, vision and values of the BIAWW were upheld in all aspects of our work this year. Looking forward to the next year, our interaction with survivors, the community and our Provincial Organization will continue.



STAFF Executive Director: Patti Lehman

Patti was hired in June 1999 and is in her 12th year in this position. She is looking forward to another year of leading the Association towards more and more services and support for our members and the community.

Office Assistant/Fundraising Manager: Robin Harrington

Robin joined the BIAWW in February 2011 and she is assisting Patti with administrative tasks, volunteer management, database development, scheduling of glass shows and fundraising. She has 10+ years experience working and volunteering within the non-profits in our community.

Newsletter Staff: Kim Collier

Kim has been working part-time as our newsletter editor for the past 9 years. Kim’s background includes graduation from Sheridan College in Art, and Conestoga College in Recreational Programming. She has been employed as an Art Teacher at Conestoga College, as well as a Paste-Up Technician. Kim continues to bring creativity and fun to our monthly newsletter.

School Program Staff: Kim Knispel

Kim has been with Lidz on Kidz since 2007 and took over as the education/event co-coordinator last fall. She enjoys working with the youth in our community and is currently heading up a concussion awareness program. She lives in Kitchener with her husband and 2 children.

Music Program: Bruce Mutton

Bruce Mutton has been working with the BIAWW for the past 8 and a half years coordinating and facilitating our music program. Bruce has over 20 years experience in the music field and has a degree in Recreation with a major in Music. He plays numerous instruments but considers his voice to be his primary instrument. He has been the driving force behind the success of this program that has won both provincial recognition and acclaim.

Bookkeeper: Carrie Mulrooney

Carrie has been doing our books for 10 years and is under contract with us for the 2011-2012 fiscal year.


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Financial Summary year ending

December 31, 2010

Revenues and Expenditures 2010 2009

REVENUE

Trillium Grant $ 50,300 $ $40,000

Fundraising and other revenue 35,332 49,178

Kitchener United Way 26,856 27,160

Glass revenue 21,431 5,347

Corporate and private donations 19,939 18,957

Interest 235 489

Membership 105 380

Guelph United Way - 956

Cambridge United Way - 8,378

154,198 150,845

EXPENSES

Wages and benefits 67,842 64,226

Support programs 45,153 61,394

Rent 9,600 6,400

Glass Program 8,749 3,559

Professional Fees 4,981 5,055

Telephone 3,572 2,519

Office 3,035 1,817

Insurance 2,800 1,013

Transportation 1,563 1,675

Memberships and courses 768 759

Advertising and promotion 91 654

Interest and bank charges 87 102

148,241 149,173

EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES $ 5,957 $ 1,672

The figures are from the Audited Financial Statements for the business year January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010. To receive a complete set of statements please call 519-579-5300 or email [email protected]



Summary of Statistics January 1, 2011 – September 1, 2011

Direct Contact with Public (Telephone, email, website visits, social media contacts, walk-in’s)

9,415

Special Event Contacts (participated in Golf Tournaments, visits to Glass Booths, Open House guests and Blues Festival BBQ)

3,130

Total of Contacts 12,545

PROGRAM PARTICIPATION

Opportunity Centre (average per week) 165

Education - Lidz on Kidz (Classroom, helmet distribution, booth participation)

8,132

Volunteer Recognition The BIAWW is pleased to report that between January 1, 2011 and September 30, 2011 we had 35 volunteers who gave a total of 35,068 hours of their time, energy and skills to our clients and our association. According to the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy; Volunteer Calculator the hours equal $57,732.15. Your time and dedication is greatly appreciated by the BIAWW. Positions filled by volunteers this year included: Board of Directors, Musicians, Music Program Assistants, Glass Fusing Programs, Trade Shows, Special Event Volunteers, Communication Committee, Fundraising Committee, Care to Share Support Group, Zehrs tapes, graphic designers, webpage designer, IT specialist, WII facilitator and 3rd party fundraisers. On April 14 we hosted a volunteer appreciation luncheon with Traverse Independence to recognize our volunteers. This luncheon was held at the Opportunity Centre. We recognize that the work the Association does would not be completed if it wasn’t for the support of our volunteers. You are each appreciated and we thank you. Way to go volunteers, what exceptional work you have done this year.

Board of Directors

2010-2011

Joanne Nunn – President

Dianne deJong – Vice President

Beth Jameson – Treasurer

Sandra Moore – Secretary

Angie Cunningham – Director

Todd Gillies – Director

Marie Graham – Director (Resigned April, 2011)

Dr. Steven Jett – Director

Rob Soosaar – Director

Dietlind Stager – Director

Zena Thomas – Director


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Proposed Board of Directors for 2011-12 Angie Cunningham

Angie Cunningham was very happy to become a BIAWW board member in the spring of this year. Angie has enjoyed volunteering and participating at numerous events prior to joining the board. She has been working in the field of rehabilitation for over 15 years as a rehabilitation therapist assistant, specifically with survivors of an acquired brain injury. She has a BA from the University of Western Ontario and has attended numerous courses and seminars to broaden her skills. Angie is a strong supporter of pet therapy and therapeutic horse back riding. She has two horses of her own that she rides regularly through the town of Ayr.

Dianne deJong

Dianne is an accident benefits specialist and works with a local personal injury lawyer. She works with individuals that have been injured in automobile accidents and advocates on their behalf with the auto insurance companies to ensure that all of the individuals receive their full health and rehabilitation benefits. Dianne became involved with the BIAWW due to working directly with the families and the individuals who have suffered an acquired brain injury. Dianne currently acts as Vice-President for the Board of Directors of the BIAWW.

Todd Gillies

Todd is a social worker specializing in trauma, primarily working with survivors of motor vehicle accidents and their families. It has been an honour to serve on the board for the BIAWW for the past two years and feel that this association serves a vital purpose to this community, providing invaluable support to survivors and their families. As a musician Todd was instantly drawn to the Wednesday jams and helped to develop the Brilliance in Music event as well as chairing the subcommittee for fund-raising . He hopes to continue the opportunity to assist in further developing this event in the future and other fund raising events in the upcoming year. Dr. Steven Jett

Dr. Steve Jett is a Psychologist who practices in Cambridge. He has been a board member for 2 years. Dr. Jett provides counselling and assessment services to adults and couples. People also seek his services to assist with returning to work after an injury. In addition, Dr. Jett co-leads a group for caregivers of people with brain injuries. He also helps people to improve memory and attention by using a specialized computer training program.

Joanne Nunn

Joanne Nunn works as an occupational therapist for a local company. She works with individuals who have been involved in car accidents, work related accidents or who suffer from a disease or disability. She provides assistance with the transition from hospital to home and provides support in the home such as equipment, home modifications, education and cognitive rehabilitation. She developed her interest in the BIAWW via a family member who suffered a traumatic brain injury as well as being involved in the rehabilitation process. Joanne Nunn acts as President for the BIAWW. Rob Soosaar

As a new member of the BIAWW Board of Directors, Rob looks forward to applying his background in business, technology and research to help the Association achieve its marketing and fundraising goals. Rob is currently Director of Business Development at a Waterloo Health Services company. He is also involved in technology startup projects and an active member of the local Communitech technology organization. Prior to taking on his current role in the health care industry, Rob held senior management roles at several regionally based technology companies. Rob works with the Mary Allen Neighbourhood Association to ensure an outdoor ice rink is available and volunteers his time with the Out of the Cold program.



Dietlind Stager

Dietlind is a brain injury survivor and has been on the board for three years. She was a teacher and joined the Biaww in 2002. She is on the MAC Council and regularly volunteers in our Glass Fusing Program. Zena Thomas

Zena Thomas is Area Director with a Home Health Care Provider covering the Kitchener/Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph areas. They provide health care services for various clients, from catastrophic, ABI and MVA, to those requiring personal and nursing care. She joined the Board in June of this year when her predecessor moved to another position within the company. As well, she volunteers with other organizations that provide care and assistance within the community. In her current role, she feels very strongly about working with and giving back to the community.


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Major Sponsors

Thank you to our Sponsors and Supporters

Major Supporters

Michael C. Simpson

Long-Term Partnership & Ongoing Support

Volunteers

Alfie Anco – Program Assistant

Errol Blackwood – Music Program

Rob Dawson – Communication Committee

Kelly Easton – Program Assistant

Bonnie Ernst – Glass Program

Maureen Fabick – Glass Program

Donna Ferguson – Glass Program

Joan Gordon – Zehrs Tapes

Amanda Ha – Communication Committee

Dana King – Program Assistant

Susan Langdon – Glass Program

Michelle MacDonald – Glass Program

Cindy Miller – Fundraising Committee

Randy Stewart Rollo – Music Program

Laurene Sprowl – Glass Program

Brad Stager – Special Events

Christopher Stager – Writer

Melodie Wakefield – Communication Committee



* Our membership and individual donations are not listed, in our Annual Report, due to confidentiality. We thank all that have contributed to the fundraising efforts of the BIAWW.

Indoor Golf Classic Sponsors

Bayshore Home Health

Brick Brewing Company

Graves Richard Harris LLP: Personal Injury Lawyers

Holiday Inn – Kitchener

Melloul – Blamey Construction Inc.

Options Therapy

Rehabilitation Assessment Inc.

S.L. Hunter & Associates

The Duke of Wellington

True North Insulation Ltd.

Indoor Golf Classic Raffle Donations

Allyssa Helm Professional Makeup Artist

Bingemans

Brenda Row Artworks

Canaccord Wealth Management

David’s Gourmet, Bruce Street

Drayton Entertainment

Framing & Art Centre

GoodLife Fitness: Market Square Coed Club

Great Lake Helicopter

HiWay Flowers

Home Depot – Ottawa Street

King Crab & Oyster Bar & Grill

Lear Communications

Mortgage Intelligence

The Silver Spoon

P. Ravensbergen & Sons

Sobeys – Ira Needles

Sole’s Restaurant & Wine Bar

Susan Murphy Registered Massage Therapy

SuperStore

T-Zone

Whale and Ale

Victoria Star Motors Inc.

Vincenzos

Open House Donations

Dairy Queen – Ottawa Street

Dairy Queen – Weber Street

Dairy Queen – Westmount Road

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.

Norris Bakery

Sobey’s Ira Needles

SuperStore

Zehrs – Beechwood

Zehrs – Stanley Park

K-W Blues Festival BBQ

Herrles Country Farm Market

Norris Bakery

Charity Golf Tournament

Acute Environmental

BMO Nesbitt

Byrne, Tish

Can-Tex Protective Systems Inc.

Centre in the Square

Chambers, Gordon

Cribit Seeds

Edward Jones Insurance Agency – Robert Vine

Erie Meats

Great Canadian Holidays Inc.

Jeary, Tom

Jett, Dr. Steven

Highland Chiropractors

Hubbard, Jean

Martin, Elenor

Mutton, Marian

RareFunk

Rodan Industries

Schwindt, Nancy

Tralee Golf Club

Waterloo Region Museum

Website Hosting & Updates

We Think Solutions

IT Support

Spectrum Global Communications Inc.

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