INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Message from the Executive Director 1 Board of Directors 2 General Information 3 Adult Day Programs 4 Human Resource Corner 7 Staff Support Team 9 Early Intervention (EI) 10 Donations and Condolences 11 Residential Programs and Update on Scott Center 6 THE FALL-WINTER 2019 CHALLENGER A Publication of the Darlington County Disabilities & Special Needs Board Challenging the community, families, and individuals to make a difference Our Mission: To enhance the lives, develop the abilities, and promote the independence of people with disabilities. Message from the Executive Director This issue of the Challenger is dedicated to the memory and in honor of Mrs. Faye Sumner Yarborough (April 7, 1931 - September 12, 2019). Mrs. Yarborough retired from Sonoco Products after 43 years of service. She was best known to our service delivery system as a tireless advocate for people with disabilities and special needs, including mental illnesses. She served on the Board of Disabilities and Special needs for Darlington County for many years. She has a community training home (Yarborough house named in honor of her) where four females with intellectual disabilities reside. She also served on the Parent Council Board of the Pee Dee Regional Center and the Board of Directors for Mental Health America of Darlington County. She was also active in the work of the SC Autism Society. We will miss her dearly! DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION WEEK September 8-14, 2019 To all dedicated Direct Support Professionals of the Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board, who are the heart and soul of supports for people with disabilities, thank you for all that you do! The important work that you perform in supporting our individuals with special needs does not go unnoticed and is very much valued. We may not tell you often enough, but please know, that you are highly regarded and appreciated! You strive daily to make a difference in the lives of the people that we serve, and you do it with dignity, respect and pride! Direct support professionals help individuals with physical and mental disabilities to live meaningful, productive lives in their communities and to avoid costly institutional services. You build close relationships with the people we serve, who rely on you for assistance with tasks such as eating, bathing, dressing, taking medications, overcoming mobility issues, and attending work, religious, and recreational activities. Although the job can sometimes be demanding, it is also rewarding. On behalf of all of the Board of Directors, Executive Staff and especially me, your Executive Director, Mrs. Ruth Blocker, with sincere and profound acknowledgment, thank you for all that you on a daily basis for people with disabilities. Each of you demonstrate that you truly believe in our mission of enhancing the lives, developing the abilities and promoting the independence of people with disabilities. Thank you for your contributions!
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Message from the Executive Director 1
Board of Directors 2
General Information 3
Adult Day Programs 4
Human Resource Corner 7
Staff Support Team 9
Early Intervention (EI)
10
Donations and Condolences 11
Residential Programs and
Update on Scott Center
6
THE FALL-WINTER 2019
CHALLENGER A Publication of the Darlington County Disabilities & Special Needs Board
Challenging the community, families, and individuals to make a difference
Our Mission: To enhance the lives, develop the abilities, and promote the independence of people with disabilities.
Message from the Executive Director
This issue of the Challenger is dedicated to the memory and in honor of Mrs. Faye Sumner Yarborough (April 7, 1931 - September 12, 2019). Mrs. Yarborough retired from Sonoco Products after 43 years of service. She was best known to our service delivery system as a tireless advocate for people with disabilities and special needs, including mental illnesses. She served on the Board of Disabilities and Special needs for Darlington County for many years. She has a community training home (Yarborough house named in honor of her) where four
females with intellectual disabilities reside. She also served on the Parent Council Board of the Pee Dee Regional Center and the Board of Directors for Mental Health America of Darlington County. She was also active in the work of the SC Autism Society. We will miss her dearly!
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION WEEK September 8-14, 2019
To all dedicated Direct Support Professionals of the Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board, who are the heart and soul of supports for people with disabilities, thank you for all that you do! The important work that you perform in supporting our individuals with special needs does not go unnoticed and is very much valued. We may not tell you often enough, but please know, that you are highly regarded and appreciated! You strive daily to make a difference in the lives of the people that we serve, and you do it with dignity, respect and pride! Direct support professionals help individuals with physical and mental disabilities to live meaningful, productive lives in their communities and to avoid costly institutional services. You build close relationships with the people we serve, who rely on you for assistance with tasks such as eating, bathing, dressing, taking medications, overcoming mobility issues, and attending work, religious, and recreational activities. Although the job can sometimes be demanding, it is also rewarding. On behalf of all of the Board of Directors, Executive Staff and especially me, your Executive Director, Mrs. Ruth Blocker, with sincere and profound acknowledgment, thank you for all that you on a daily basis for people with disabilities. Each of you demonstrate that you truly believe in our mission of enhancing the lives, developing the abilities and promoting the independence of people with disabilities. Thank you for your contributions!
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Our Board of Directors provides leadership and guidance to the agency and work together as a team to fulfill Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board mission, vision along with its roles and responsibilities.
Reverend Troy Shaw Board Member
Reverend Alvin Rogers Vice-Chairperson
Mrs. Mary Alice Timberlake-King Chair
Mrs. Carolyn Black Assistant Secretary
Mrs. Hattie E. Hughes Board Member
Mrs. Margaret Lanier Board Member
Mrs. Tammie Robinson Board Member
Ms. Dorene Watson Board Member
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (SCDDSN) is led by a group called the “SCDDSN Commission”. They make the biggest decisions about what SCDDSN does. The Commission meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 10:00 am in Columbia. If you cannot make it to Columbia, you can “live stream” the meeting on your computer or smart phone while it is happening. Every meeting is open to the public, so you are always welcome to come. You can even speak at a meeting if you would like! Go to www.ddsn.sc.gov on the day and time of the meeting and click the “Live Stream The Current Commission Meeting Click Here” at the top of the page. Please contact Bill Simpson, 803-898-9614 or [email protected] if you have any questions.
General Information
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Darlington County Disabilities & Special Needs Board Angel Tree 2019
Payroll Self-service Portal The Darlington County Disabilities and Special Needs Board is now offering a self-service portal for payroll. Employees will need to visit the self-service portal at https:\\darlingtoncountydsnsc.selfservice.us and click to register. To register as a new user the employee will need to provide an email address, social security number and employee Id. If the em-ployee has any difficulty registering they can contact the Finance Office before December 1, 2019 when we will no longer print em-ployee direct deposit notifications. If the employee does not have access to a home computer with internet access, they can print their notifications from a work computer. The change over to the self-service portal will make the employee’s payroll information available at the employee’s convenience. They will no longer have to wait for direct deposits to be picked up from Finance and then distributed to the various locations within the agency. They will also be able to print any direct deposit notifi-cation or W-2 since they began working for the agency. This change over will also save the agency money that will no longer be spent on paper, ink and labor costs associated with printing direct deposit notifications.
If you would like to become a Benevolent Business Angel By making a Tax-deductible donation in support of the2019 DCDSNB Angel Tree Project. Please contact Candy Wyrick at 843.332.7252 Ext. 1110 or email her at [email protected] by November 1st. You can mail a donation in to: Attn: ANGEL TREE Darlington County DSN Board 201 N Damascus Church Rd Hartsville, SC 29550
Referral for 2019 Angel Tree Project You May refer someone in need. Please contact Candy Wyrick by Friday, November 1st. Please limit amount to approximately $35 per person. Examples of Needed Items: Coat, Jeans, Dress pants, Shirts, Sweat Suits, Socks, Underwear, Hygiene items, Pajama’s, Sneakers, Educational Toys/Books for chil-dren.
Adult Day Program
BTG Staff continues to engage the individuals in therapeutic social activities weekly.
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Adult Day Program
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Several Residents of Reagan (ICF) House, along with staff, went to Myrtle Beach in August. They enjoyed visiting Ripley’s Aquarium as well as dinner and shopping.
Residential Program and Update on Scott Center
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Update on Scott Center renovation. French Drains, Sod and Shrubs installed to help eliminate water coming back into the building. Currently, installation of new flooring is occurring. We are hoping to be back in the building before the end of the year.
Human Resources Corner
We are very happy to have you as a part of our team!
At DCDSNB, we continuously accept applications for Direct Support Professionals who wish to work Part-time or on a PRN basis.
This position requires exceptional people who are experienced caregivers with tireless patience. Caregiving is a calling, not just a job. If this is you; we welcome your interest by completing an employment application today! Please visit us at www.dcdsnb.org or contact us at 843-332-7252 for additional information.
April 2019 Glenn Miller DSP P/T – Trantham House Jalessa Thomas DSP P/T – Jones House Keshonda Thomas DSP P/T – Bowen House Tina Esaw Case Manager – Case Management Leativia Johnson LPN-Nursing
June 2019 Dominique Harris DSP P/T – Bowen House Raven Jackson DSP F/T – Reagan House Venessa Jefferson Day Program Director Tysheka Richardson DSP P/T – Yarborough House Keonna Simon DSP P/T – BTG Cynthia Sinclair DSP PRN – Register House Michael Thomas Case Manager – Case Management
August 2019 Willie L. Dixon DSP PRN – Bowen House B.J. Frotten Executive Assistant to the Executive Director Jeyree Kirkland DSP F/T - Bowen House Brittney Rogers DSP P/T - Reagan House Mozzina Williams DSP PRN - Shaw House Nikesha Wingate DSP PRN - Register House
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Open enrollment 2019
Subject: Ready to Rock Enroll? If it’s fall in South Carolina, it’s open enrollment me. And, PEBA has your cket to selec ng your insurance benefits for 2020.
Start thinking now about what changes you might want to make to your insurance coverage. Stay tuned, too, for PEBA’s
enrollment playlist. It can help you understand your op ons so you’ll be ready to rock this year’s enrollment!
Open enrollment is October 1 through October 31, 2019. If your current coverage playlist is the perfect mix, you don’t need to do anything. Your coverage will continue in 2020. Keep in mind, though, you must re-enroll in MoneyPlus flexible spending accounts each year. You can re-enroll in MoneyPlus and make any other eligible changes online using MyBenefits at MyBenefits.sc.gov. If you’re unsure what insurance coverage you currently have, just log in to MyBenefits to find out. While you’re logged in, take a few minutes to review your life insurance beneficiaries and make any updates.
Taking Care of Yourself
Providing care for an elderly person can be a rewarding experience, but caregivers also are subject to stress and frustration. A few simple steps can help prevent exhaustion and other issues that make a caregiver’s job more difficult:
• Plan ahead to be sure you have the supplies and resources you need. • Learn about available resources that can lend support. • Take one day at a time. • Develop contingency plans for emergencies and obstacles. • Accept help – don’t take on more than you can handle. • Make YOUR health a priority. • Get enough rest and eat properly. • Make time for leisure. • Be good to yourself! • Share your feelings with others – it’s okay to be tired and frustrated.
Human Resources Corner
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The Staff Support Team SST
Employee of The Month The Staff Support Team and DCDSNB recognized the following staff for
Employees of the Month. Congratulations! THANK YOU for your dedication and hard work! (SST Members: Chair; Kristie Stokes; Lewanda Joyner, Rochelle Moses;
Joni Pendergrass; Mary Durant)
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MONTH EMPLOYEE November 2018 Jennis Johnson/DSP at BTG January 2019 Wanda Cooke/Accounting Tech. Fi-nance February 2019 Gwen Sansbury/CTH II Residential Programmer March 2019 Candy Wyrick/Residential As-sistant/ Training Coordinator April 2019 Bonnie Ellison/Lead Case Man-ager May 2019 Krystle Poindexter/DSP at Register House June 2019 Dawanda Brown/Director of Nursing/QID July 2019 Kewanda Hunter/DSP at BTG
MISSION and PURPOSE
Provide a direct link between the employees and administration of DCDSNB, and to provide morale boosting activities for employees.
EARLY INTERVENTION EI
EI Fun Day was held on August 8th at Play Zone. Ms. Sheena Boaz (picture above) was the recipient of the 3rd Annual Deborah Newsome Award. She received a plaque and a check for $250 for providing excellent support (educational, emotional, etc.), and working so well with the EI during family training. Special thanks to Mr. Ricky Newsome and Mrs. Beverly Cannarella (husband and sister-in-law to Deb, pictured below) for attending. Ms. Jalynn Parnell, EI for the family accepted the award as Ms. Boaz was absent.
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Jalynn Parnell, Sheena Boaz & Mrs. Ruth Blocker
Beverly Cannarella, Ricky Newsome, Mrs. Blocker, Mary Alice King & Jalynn Parnell
The Darlington County Disabilities Foundation appreciates all of our generous donors.
We appreciate all donations and use them as we strive to provide services to over 500 individuals with Disabilities and or Special
INDIVIDUALS: James B. Crouch Judy & Jimmy Ratley Kristie Stokes Wanda Cooke Wendy Coward Ruby Glover Terry Harrelson Marty Price Ivan Price Andrew Nelson Shane Brannon Debbie Fink Vanessa Wilhelm John & Judith Davis Ruth Blocker Anonymous BUSINESSES: Darlington Raceway The Byerly Foundation Hartsville Lions Club Pilot Club of Hartsville First Citizens Bank & Trust Company A.O. Smith WPC Liberty Chapel Missionary Society Wesley United Methodist Church Knights of Columbus Fair ield Company Two, Inc. Brown, Pennington, Atkins Funeral Home Norton Funeral Home, Inc.
Our Condolences: In Loving Memory of:
Dr. Donald L. Hughes, Jr., Son of Mrs. Hattie Hughes, member of DCDSNB Board of Directors and nephew of Human Rights Committee member, Mrs. Leatrice Taylor; Layphone Shaw, Un-cle of one of our long term members, Rev. Troy Shaw and Stepfather of former Assistant Day Program Director, Violet Johnson. Ms. Annie May Williams, mother of Teressa Williams.
Faith Scipio, service recipient. Fay Yarborough, former Board DCDSNB member and true ad-vocate for Disabilities and Special Needs. Adrienne Smith and Amanda Holden, both were
Darlington County Disabilities & Special Needs Board 201 N. Damascus Church Road Hartsville, SC 29550
“We, the ones who are challenged, need to be heard. To be seen not as a disability, but as a person who has and will continue to bloom. To be seen not only as a handicap, but as a well intact human being.”
