“We have a community-ability.”

2009 ANNUAL REPORT

“We have a make a difference-ability” “We have a trust-ability.”

“We have a dream-ability.” “We have an employ-ability.”

“We have an assist-ability.”

“We have a mission-ability.”

I HAVE A GARDEN-ABILITY

John Michael, participating in day program at Foothills Gateway, Inc.

I HAVE A WALK-ABILITY

Cole, receiving therapy services through Foothills Gateway’s Early Intervention Program.

I HAVE A SMILE-ABILITY

Ron, receiving direct services through Foothills Gateway, Inc.

“We have an impact-ability.”

“We have a leadership-ability.” “We have a mentor-ability.”

“We have a care-ability.” “We have a do-ability.”

“We have support-ability.”

“We have an account-ability.”

“”We have a thank-ability.”

SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND EMPOWERING EVERY ABILITY

Mission Statement

The Mission of Foothills Gateway, Inc. is to empower and support citizens with cognitive disabilities, their families, and other populations, as appropriate, to achieve their maximum potential and independence.

Vision Statement

Foothills Gateway, Inc. will be the premier provider of supports for individuals with cognitive/intellectual disabilities, and their families, while maintaining our guiding principles, as we grow.

Guiding Principles

Apply the highest standards of excellence and innovation in the provision of services; Increase partnerships and collaborations; Provide effective and efficient programs in the community; Embrace diversity as an essential component in the way

we do business; Support clients through individualized planning; Recognize that financial stability of the agency is essential to the future success of

clients; Contribute positively to our communities; Develop satisfied clients and families; and, Provide a professional work environment and treat each other with dignity and

respect.

FOOTHILLS GATEWAY CONTINUES TO EMPOWER

PEOPLE WITH UNIQUE ABILITIES.

WE HAVE A MISSION- ABILITY

WE HAVE A VISION-ABILITY

WE HAVE A DO-ABILITY

Foothills Gateway’s Management Team

FOOTHILLS GATEWAY CONTINUES TO EMPOWER

PEOPLE WITH UNIQUE ABILITIES.

WE HAVE A CONTACT-ABILITY

Foothills Gateway’s Management Team

Tim O’Neill Sharon Courtney Executive Director Director of Finance (970) 266-5305 (970) 266-5320 timo@foothillsgateway.org sharonc@foothillsgateway.org

Debbie Lapp Diana Foland Director of Resource Coordination and Development Fund Development Director (970) 266-5315 (970) 266-5316 debbiel@foothillsgateway.org dianaf@foothillsgateway.org

Erin Eulenfeld Jamie Martin Director of Community Services and Supports Executive Office Manager (970) 266-5347 (970) 266-5304 erine@foothillsgateway.org jamiem@foothillsgateway.org

Agency Committees and Members Family Support Services Allocation Committee

Cindy Bradrick-Larimer County Health Department Phyllis Freeman-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Brittain Hoffman-Parent Sondra Lee-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Marla Maxey-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Cindy Littwin-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Jane Haack-Debroux-Poudre School District Susan Bartlett-Thompson School District

Family Support Services Council

Libby Stoddard-Parent Debbie Lapp-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Sondra Lee-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Cindy Littwin-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Pam Miller-Foothills Gateway, Inc, Brenda Tuttle-Parent Mindy Schneider-Parent Kim Walkenhorst-Larimer County Health Department Michelle Bullock-Parent Mindi Pryce-Parent

Resource Allocation Committee

Pat Carney-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Kathy Duncan-Parent Phyllis Freeman-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Justin Jones-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Debbie Lapp-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Sondra Lee-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Marla Maxey-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Jackie O’Riordan-Leal-Foothills Gateway, Inc.

Referral and Placement Committee

Carolyn Dekkers-Foothills Gateway, Inc. Cindy Bradrick-Larimer County Health Department Wanda Leingang-DVR Jacque Penfold-Larimer Center for Mental Health Kathy Knutson-Thompson School District Patricia Heyse-Poudre School District Jan Irvin-Foothills Gateway, Inc.

Human Rights Committee Gary Thurman-Adult Protection, Larimer County Karlene Poor-Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, State of Colorado Daniel Stone-Larimer Center for Mental Health Mary Schacht-Parent/R.N. Shirley Surface-Parent Jane Nuttall-Parent Wanda Leingang-Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, State of Colorado

Larimer County Interagency Coordinating Council Linda Fellion-Early Childhood Council Carla Felts- Department of Human Services, Larimer County Ann Fenton- Poudre School District Jane Haack-Debroux- Poudre School District Micaela Herman- Parent Trish Hoffman- Thompson School District Gretchen Holland- Peak Parent Representative Hettie Hueber- Parent Jan Irvin- Foothills Gateway, Inc. Annette Landes- Provider Representative & CHIP Representative

Debbie Lapp- Foothills Gateway, Inc. Sondra Lee- Foothills Gateway, Inc. Cindy Littwin- Foothills Gateway, Inc. Brownie McGraw- District Attorney’s Office Martha Ratliff- Larimer Center for Mental Health Averil Strand- Department of Health & Environment, Larimer County Kim Walkenhorst- Larimer County Health Department, Larimer County DeeAnn Westfall- Parent

Table of Contents

Table of Contents Letter from the Board President 3-4

Board of Directors 5

Community Outreach & Fundraising 6

Intake and Waiting List 7-8

Early Intervention 9

Early Intervention Direct Services 10

Adult Case Management 11

Supported Living Services & HUD 12

Executive Summary 13-14

Financial Statements 15-17

2009 Contributors 18-21

Giving & Memorials 22

WE HAVE A LEADERSHIP-ABILITY Board President, Jim Disney, has an ability to lead by

example and donates an enormous amount of time

and energy to the staff at Foothills Gateway, Inc.

A LETTER FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT

&

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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A Tough Year, A Remarkable Year

2009 was another challenging , rewarding and successful year in carrying out our Mission on behalf of people with

intellectual/cognitive disabilities at Foothills Gateway, Inc.

The programmatic and financial aspects of the organization were regularly surveyed by State of Colorado Quality

Assurance personnel as well as State-selected Auditors Logan, Thomas, & Johnson, LLC. As in the past, we are

pleased to be able to report that Foothills Gateway, Inc. is substantially in compliance with all rules, regulations,

standards and guidelines established by the State of Colorado.

More importantly, however, is that high levels of client and family satisfaction were reported by these service

constituents again through our annual satisfaction survey process.

This past year has been another year of significant change for services for people with intellectual disabilities.

Foothills Gateway, Inc., as the Community Centered Board serving Larimer County, finished the implementation of the

Comprehensive Medicaid Waiver Changes in spring of 2009 and immediately began to inform clients, parents,

guardians and other family members of impending changes in the Supported Living Services Waiver/Children’s

Extensive Support program. Throughout this current fiscal year all clients in the Supported Living Services Waiver

program will be transitioned into a new method of assessing client need and setting the annual service plan for each

client.

As a back drop to all of these programmatic and resource changes, the State of Colorado has been wrestling with

falling revenues and the related constitutional mandate to balance the budget. To date, the system for people with

intellectual disabilities has taken some cuts to Medicaid provider rates. Beginning fiscal year 2010-2011, Foothills

Gateway, Inc. and its related Program Approved Service Agencies will have taken a 4.5% provider rate cut in total. In

spite of the difficult economic climate, Foothills Gateway, Inc. has managed to maintain high levels of quality services

and has not reduced the number of clients served throughout this downturn. In fact, Foothills Gateway, Inc. is serving

1468 clients as compared to 1392 in fiscal year 2007-2008. This increase is due in part to Foothills Gateway, Inc.’s

management efficiencies, enabled by local county Mill Levy funding.

The Foothills Gateway, Inc. Operating Board of Directors continues to proactively address two key issues: Public

Information Accessibility (Transparency) and the analysis of the Conflict of Interest issue, as it pertains to Foothills

Gateway and its service area of Larimer County. Specifically, in the past year the Board of Directors has been

engaged with the community listening to and understanding how best to move forward. To that end, the Board

assembled two groups: the Accessibility Committee and the Conflict of Interest Task Force.

The Accessibility Committee was charged with determining current levels of communication with service

constituents. The committee was also charged with the task of developing new and innovative ways to make

information more accessible to the public. Results of the committee have been presented to the Board and further

discussion of the recommendations will be conducted through the Board of Directors meetings in the Spring of 2010.

WE HAVE A LEADERSHIP-ABILITY Board President, Jim Disney, has an ability to lead by

example and donates an enormous amount of time

and energy to the staff at Foothills Gateway, Inc.

The Board of Directors also created a Conflict of Interest Task Force to analyze the potential and perceived conflicts

of interest in the Foothills Gateway, Inc. service area and to recommend changes to address the perception of conflict

of interest. This task force, comprised of parents, advocates, service providers, staff and Board Members, was

facilitated by professional staff from the Larimer County Administrative Offices. The task force met for a year to

analyze the issue of conflict of interest, utilizing the State of Colorado’s commissioned “University of Southern Maine

Report” as it’s “frame of reference” in order to be consistent with the efforts of the State of Colorado in mitigating the

perceived conflict of interest.

The Board is currently working with these groups to prioritize recommendations and develop work plans to

implement any further changes.

In 2009 members of Foothills Gateway, Inc.’s Operating Board also initiated meetings with other Community

Centered Boards in Colorado to share information about how to better provide services. This communication is

expected to strengthen in 2010.

Fundraising in all areas, and certainly with Foothills Gateway, Inc., has decreased dramatically. However, significant

donations were made by the Fort Collins Service League and the Foothills Service League. The Foothills Gateway

Foundation remained dedicated in their consistent work in raising significant funds through its “Annual Bonanza

Auction” and two annual golf tournaments, “The Hogerty Open” and “Shanks for the Memories”.

The Operating Board of Directors and the Foundation Board of Directors have initiated a Joint Resource

Development Committee, which is working to find additional sources of revenue, to make up for diminishing state

and federal dollars.

While clients, families and those who support them ride out the rather protracted recession, the Foothills Gateway,

Inc. Board and the Foothills Gateway Foundation Board remain steadfast in their efforts to provide the best services

to the most people possible. New and innovative means of providing supports, informing the public and raising new

funds are tasks that will be developed throughout the next year.

The ability to stay current with these tasks and other important systemic information will be available through

internet capability. Our website (www.foothills gateway.org) will contain a plethora of new, informative and exciting

details to keep you abreast of the dynamic times in which we find ourselves.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jim Disney Tim O’Neill Foothills Gateway, Inc. Board President Foothills Gateway, Inc. Executive Director

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WE HAVE A GOVERNING-ABILITY

The Foothills Gateway, Inc. Board of Directors is

comprised of Larimer County Community Members

who have a great interest and compassion for our

mission.

BOARD GOVERNANCE OPERATING BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Brinna Allen Local Bank Representative

Jim Disney-Board President Local Artist & Former County Commissioner

Linda Drees-Board Vice-President Parent & Lawyer

Mark Durand International Consultant

Randy Eubanks Former County Commissioner

Walt Grady Parent

Paul Rodgers Local Project Manager

Scott Roos Loveland Citizen

Gregg Seebohm-Board Treasurer Local Business Owner

Craig Stirn Local Attorney

Romie Tobin, PhD Parent & Poudre School District Representative

Steve Tool Former State Representative

Carol Ward-Board Secretary Foothills Service League Representative

Doris “Punkie” Whitely Fort Collins Service League Representative

BOARD COMMITTEES

Executive Committee The Executive Committee monitors the organization’s programs and services to ensure that they are consistent with the mission statement and the organization’s purpose.

Fiscal and Property Committee The Fiscal and Property Committee reviews and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors for approval of the annual operating budget, financial reports, long range financial planning, and the annual financial audits. In addition, the Fiscal and Property Committee monitors the condition of physical assets and recommends budgetary funding of repairs, improvements, and replacements as required.

Community Relations Committee The Community Relations Committee reviews and/or recommends projects and proposals to enhance Foothills Gateway’s public relations. They also monitor, coordinate and assist with fund raising activities in the community and interview/nominate new board members.

WE HAVE A RELI-ABILITY

Foothills Gateway, Inc. relies on support

organizations for additional funding to support

the overall mission.

SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

Foothills Gateway

Foundation Board of Directors Foothills Service League Fort Collins Service League

Nyla Anderson

Travis Barhaug

Mitch Burroughs

John Clagett-Board Treasurer

David Fritzler

Vera Kirkpatrick

Carl Maxey

Jay McCoy-Board Secretary

Nancy Pieper

Ted Shepard

Brian Sullivan-Board President

Bob Toomey-Board Vice President

Officers Carol Donahue-President

Miriam Hoff-Vice President

Stacy Libal-Recording Secretary

Brenda Krenning-Membership

Secretary

Kin Kuxhausen-Treasurer

Connie DuBois-Past President

Officers Jeanette Perich-President

Nancy Wiehagen-Vice President

Doris Whitely-Recording Secretary

Ann Lubenow-Corresponding

Secretary

Debbie Lugo-Treasurer

Christina Moorcroft-Assistant

Treasurer

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Involve-Ability in Community Outreach and Fund Raising

WE HAVE A COMMUNITY-ABILITY Foothills Gateway strives to make positive

contributions to our community.

Throughout 2009, we continued working with our support groups to raise awareness and funds for our

programs through annual fundraising events such as, the Fort Collins Service League’s Kitchen Kaper, the

Foothills Gateway Foundation’s Bonanza Auction, the Shanks for the Memories & Hogerty Open golf

tournaments, the Foothills Service League’s Taste of Loveland wine & food tasting, and their Comedy Night

featuring Josh Blue. These groups also hosted several fun and social activities for our clients, including an Ice

Cream Social, a Pizza Party, and the annual Christmas Gift Shop. A Songs of the Season concert was performed

by the New Horizons Band, and the Family Support Council hosted several fundraising events throughout the

year, including their calendar sales, Butter Braid sales, and their inaugural Flying Pigs Charity Run-Walk Race.

Other activities throughout the year included: being named O’Dell’s Brewing Company’s Charity of the Month

in February, a dance performance by Dance Express, and the Round Up at

the Fort parade. Whole Foods hosted a Chili Supper fundraiser and

Grab & Give food drive for Foothills Gateway, and the Colorado Eagles

hosted a Skate with the Eagles night for kids. We also have great help

throughout the year from our various volunteers and volunteer groups,

especially during the Make A Difference week.

Efforts are made to continue to inform and work with our local legislators

on issues of importance to the developmental disabilities field through

our annual co-sponsored Legislative Forum with the Larimer Center for

Mental Health and by participating in several legislative functions sponsored

by Alliance and the Northern Colorado Social Legislative Network.

Diana Foland, Fund Development Director

April Rikhoff, Community Outreach Coordinator

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WE HAVE A PLACEMENT-ABILITY Foothills Gateway works to determine eligibility

of individuals for services and to maintain and

update our waiting list.

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Family Support Services (Only) 85 120 +29%

Comprehensive Services 25 33 +24%

Supported Living Services 74 110 +33%

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Total # of Persons on waiting list at end of year 332 402 +17%

Total # of Persons added to waiting list 133 119 -10%

Total # of Persons removed from waiting list 90 84 -4%

Waiting List Admissions by Service

Early Intervention 186 198 +6%

Family Support Services Program 31 13 -58%

Supported Living Services 34 8 -76%

Comprehensive 20 24 +20%

Total # of persons admitted to services 271 243 -10%

Children Admitted to HCBS Waivers

CES 1 2 +100%

HCBS 14 17 +21%

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WE HAVE A PLACEMENT-ABILITY Foothills Gateway works with a variety of Program

Approved Service Agencies that Families and Clients

can chose from to receive the best services possible.

Intake and Waiting List Case Management

Major Accomplishments

In 2009, the Intake Team welcomed Justin Jones to our Resource Coordination Assistant position, as the

Department of Resource Coordination and Development re-arranged staff and job responsibilities to better

meet the requirements of the adult services waivers.

Intake Case Managers were busy as they handled over 570 intake calls, and processed 64 eligibility

determinations throughout the year. The number of adult individuals admitted to services decreased this year

due to a lack of new resources from the State and the State budget crisis. Admissions to the Early Intervention

Services increased as well as the admissions into the Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) Children’s

Waiver. The number of individuals on the Waiting Lists continued to grow.

The number of adults needing emergency services increased this year as well. Emergency situations included

being homeless, planned release from jail, as well as financial and mental health issues.

Five persons from different parts of the state transferred their services to Foothills Gateway, Inc., an indication

that Foothills Gateway, Inc. offers services that may not be available in other areas of the State. The increase of

additional opportunities and choices available to clients and families is due to an increase of service provider

options in Larimer County. In 2008, Foothills Gateway contracted with 16 Program Approved Service Agencies

(PASAs). That has grown to 23 Program Approved Service Agencies in Foothills Gateway’s service area, giving

our clients more choice than ever before.

Our outreach to the community continued with Intake Case Managers attending Individual Educational Plan

(IEP) meetings at local school and foster care reviews. In addition, we continue to collaborate with local school

districts in the annual Transition Fair. Phyllis Freeman, Placement Coordinator

Foothills Gateway’s 2009 Service Area Program Approved Service Agencies

Abacus Care

Altra Services

Bethesda Lutheran Services

Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center

Buckhorn United Methodist Camp

Carmel

Colorado Life-sharing Community Initiative

Colorado Lions Camp

CSU Center for Community Partnerships

Community Advantage

Easter Seals Colorado

Elderhaus

Foothills Gateway, Inc.

Imagine!/Innovations

Mosaic

Nick’s Hope

The Otero Corporation

Partners in Behavioral Milestones, Inc.

Peak Community Services, Inc.

Smith Street, LLC

Spectrum

Structured Learning Aspects

Wings

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Grow-Ability & Sustain-Ability in Early Intervention

Early Intervention is the Foothills Gateway program that coordinates services and supports for children in

Larimer County ages birth through two years. Our Early Intervention (EI) program is proud of their

successful grow-ability and sustain-ability.

We have sustained the program growth that we experienced last year, and have continued to grow, slowly

but steadily this year. In 2008, our highest number of children enrolled at any one point in time was just

over 240. In 2009, we had a month with just over 255 enrollees!

Our EI staff has grow-ability as well. Due to the increase in children and families served, another Service

Coordinator was added to the team this year. Currently, the EI team has seven Service Coordinators that

serve an average of 300 families per month. Service Coordinators in EI are unique when compared to

other Case Managers in the agency, as they serve children who are enrolled in the program, as well as

children and families who are in process of being determined to be eligible for services. Every child who is

referred to the agency is assigned to a Service Coordinator who can assist them through the eligibility

process.

The EI program has sustained its public awareness efforts, which includes outreach to family practice

physicians, specialists and pediatricians. This outreach has resulted in a higher number of referrals for EI

services coming from medical offices. This is essential as research and parents concur that the earlier

infants and toddlers begin receiving intervention, the better the outcome! Speaking of outcomes, family

feedback from our annual survey through the Division for Developmental Disabilities demonstrates that

more than 90% of families served expressed satisfaction and felt that EI services helped their child develop

and learn.

As the program grows, there are challenges in meeting demand and maintaining high quality in service

delivery and family satisfaction. The EI program continues to work collaboratively in Larimer County to

meet the changing and growing needs of infants and toddlers who are eligible for services. In EI, we have

grow-ability and sustain-ability! Sondra Lee, Children’s Case Management/

Early Intervention Coordinator

WE HAVE A GROW-ABILITY Early Intervention supports children birth through 2

years of age who have developmental needs.

Foothills Gateway, Inc. served over 425 children

through the EI program in 2009.

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In addition to providing case management

services, Foothills Gateway, Inc. also provides a

variety of direct care services to clients. WE HAVE A SERVICE-ABILITY

Foothills Gateway, Inc.’s Early Intervention Services Program provides direct care services to children in Larimer County. To help

explain the difference such a program can make in just one family’s life, below is an article written by a speech therapist who is an

independent contractor for Foothills Gateway and worked with this family.

A Family’s Story By Julie Blair, M.N.S. CCC-SLP

Logan Shaver and his family are recent graduates of the Early Intervention Program through Foothills Gateway. Logan’s mother ,

Jessica, would like to share their story in the hopes that it may help at least one other family navigate the difficult time that they

may have in common. Logan began receiving therapy services through Foothills Gateway a couple of weeks before his first

birthday. Logan’s family knew from the beginning that he wasn’t developing in typical ways and had initially pursued therapy

services, paying out of pocket. Unfortunately, it wasn’t until Logan’s mother informed their Occupational Therapist and

Pediatrician that they could no longer continue therapy due to the financial strain that it was putting on the family, that they

were referred to Foothills Gateway. Logan and his family have been a great fit for the educational model of Early Intervention, as

outlined in Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), that provides parent education and integration of

therapeutic goals and strategies into the family’s daily routines within the home. Logan is a child that is very easily over-

stimulated and overwhelmed. When he received therapy at a center he would either cry or sleep through his sessions as a

coping mechanism. Once he started to receive therapy in his home, he was able to participate and began to learn. Logan’s

parents Jessica and Joe, and his big sister Destiny, have worked in a rewarding partnership with his therapy team to help Logan

to play, to eat by himself, to move and walk, and to communicate. The nature of Logan’s disability has been a challenge to

determine.

Figuring out what works for Logan has taken patience and persistence from his

loving family and a lot of creative thinking by his therapy team. According to

Jessica, “We have definitely struggled with finding support for Logan and our

family. Without the help and support of our Foothills Gateway team, we wouldn’t

be where we are today. Paige Sorensen, our Service Coordinator, was always there

with an answer to my million questions about the different state programs available.

My therapists provided me with new activities and exercises to make Logan more

independent and successful with daily activities. The entire team was always

available when I needed an outlet or advice on the “next step”. Every person involved

definitely went above and beyond their “job” and gave 110% to Logan and our family!”

Julie Blair CCC-SLP, Logan’s speech pathologist, says, “Every visit with Logan and his family has been a joy. To see him grin, to

play with toys, to take his first bite of food by himself, to make sounds, and to practice his first steps is a major reason to

celebrate. Logan is learning on his own schedule, but always learning, thanks to the great support that his family gives him.

And that is why I love being a therapist for Foothills Gateway.”

Logan has recently turned three and transitioned to an integrated pre-school class with therapy services through the Poudre

School District. “I was reluctant about sending Logan to school, but he is doing great,” says mom. “We really only have one

dream for Logan… that is, for him to be happy. No matter what happens from this day forward, we want him to be happy every

day! Ideally, Logan will overcome any battles he’s had thus far and “catch up”, creating many more opportunities in life. We

know in our hearts, no matter what, Logan will do great things. He already has! He is an inspiration to me everyday!!”

The Early Intervention Program at Foothills Gateway provides an array of services to qualifying children and their families.

Professionals from throughout Larimer County are contracted to provide speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy,

developmental intervention, nutrition, and social/emotional intervention. If you have concerns about a child’s development,

or want further information, visit them on the web at www.eicolorado.org, or contact Foothills Gateway at 970-226-

2345 and ask for an Intake Case Manager.

Logan & Julie working together!

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WE HAVE AN ANSWER-ABILITY Adult Case Managers actively coordinate and

monitor services and supports to participants

and their families.

Answer-Ability in Adult Comprehensive Case Management

Foothills Gateway, Inc.’s adult case management received a 4.5 out 5 in

client satisfaction rating for FY 2008-2009. In reviewing comments and

concerns from clients and families we recognized that there were some

questions that needed to be answered.

Guardians, clients, families and sometimes even providers were confused

about options available in each Home and Community Based Services

(HCBS) waiver, processes to follow, and who could answer questions

when they needed assistance. This feedback led to a massive restructuring

in Adult Case Management. In July 2009, the Adult Case Management

Team divided into two teams, one that supports clients in the HCBS-

Supported Living Services Waiver and one that supports clients in the

Home & Community Based Services (HCBS)-Comprehensive/ Children’s

Extensive Support (CES) Waiver. This change allowed Case Managers to become experts in waiver program rules, be

aware of changes in policy and procedures and implement them in a much more timely fashion. Many questions have

been asked about high turnover in Case Management the past few years. It is our hope that this change will also

increase the knowledge, ability to meet job expectations and retention of the Case Management staff.

In October 2009 the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) set expectations that Case

Management begin billing in 15 minute increments for Case Management services provided. There were many

questions about how to accomplish this new billing process. With the support of Foothills Gateway’s Information and

Technology (IT) team, new databases, and staff training we were able to answer all questions and accomplish this major

task.

Case Management recognizes that services and resources can be limited. We are participating in committees,

attending conferences, and working cooperatively with several local and state agencies to assure we are aware of any

option that might be available to our clients.

The Comprehensive Adult Case Management team is

committed to answering any question a client, family,

guardian, or service provider may have. If you have a

question about waiver services, please contact a Case

Manager and we will assist you in getting answers.

Marla Maxey, Case Management Coordinator

(Comprehensive)

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WE HAVE A SUPPORT-ABILITY Supported Living Services enables participants

to live more independently at home and in our

community.

Dur-Ability in SLS Case Management

The past year posed many challenges for the staff, families and clients associated with the Medicaid Supported Living

Services (SLS) and Children’s Extensive Support (CES) programs. The challenges were created by the July 1, 2009

implementation of the new SLS and CES Medicaid Waivers. Despite these challenges, everyone came together with

optimism and professionalism to make the best of the situation proving that--even in the face of great and uncertain

change-- the committed endure.

SLS and CES waivers are written for five year periods. They are the

agreements that Colorado enters into with the Centers for Medicare

and Medicaid Services (CMS), a federal agency. The July 2009 new

waivers contained significant changes to the way SLS and CES must

operate to be eligible for federal matching funds. These changes

included caps on spending and individual services, uniform provider

rates, changes in the types of services provided and changes to program

oversight and management. These changes were not easy for many

clients as they brought less flexibility with services, a more limited array

of services, and potentially fewer services.

The first six months of the year were spent educating clients and families

about the changes and strategizing with the teams to make necessary

changes to the plans. Final information about the waiver changes was slow in coming, so at times the teams did their

best to anticipate the changes and adapt as the information became final. At times this process could be frustrating,

but Foothills Gateway staff would not allow the frustration to stand in the way of quality direct services, monitoring and

goal setting.

As a result of these changes, Foothills Gateway determined that a higher degree of specialization was needed within

Foothills Gateway Case Management. To meet this need, Foothills Gateway created specialized case management

positions. Seven employees are now dedicated SLS and CES Case Managers. These case managers continue to face

the uncertainties created by the changes while keeping positive attitudes as the Colorado Department of Division for

Developmental Disabilities and Health Care Policy and Financing work the kinks out of the new waiver.

Pat Carney, Case Management Coordinator (SLS/CES)

Pat Carney, SLS Case Management Coordinator

WE HAVE AN INDEPENDENCE-ABILITY Foothills Gateway’s HUD Section 8 Program

helps clients become more independent

through housing.

Housing-Ability in HUD-Section 8 Program

Foothills Gateway, Inc. continues to assist clients with their independence-ability through the Section 8

Voucher program. In 2009, Foothills Gateway increased independence by serving the remaining 6

clients on the Section-8 waiting list with the issuance of State-funded housing vouchers. This program

currently provides support for 129 clients/families through both rental and homeownership programs.

In addition, the State-wide waiting list opened again in 2009 and Foothills Gateway was able to submit

an additional 25 applications and will serve additional clients/families in 2010.

Renee’ Walker, Housing Coordinator

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As is true with most corporations, Foothills Gateway, Inc. has always been and continues to be concerned with

performance management and outcomes. To evaluate the quality of service provided to our clients and their

families, individualized surveys were sent to every client/family who receives any type of service from Foothills

Gateway, whether it be a client who is on the waiting list and receives waiting list case management, or

someone who receives direct services from any of our programs. We strive to attain a “360 degree” evaluation

of ourselves to keep improving the quality of services every client receives at Foothills Gateway, Inc. Target

Levels are set for each objective to be both attainable and appropriate. The overall objective is to maximize

client and family satisfaction in all areas on an annual basis.

Clients and families receive separate surveys so that when information is received it can be used to determine

where the organization is excelling and where additional work may be necessary. Clients and families are

surveyed on multiple aspects of their services with Foothills Gateway, from satisfaction with their case manager

to satisfaction with feeling safe and community inclusion. The predetermined target for client and family

satisfaction with case manager is 95%. In 2008/2009, clients indicated a 98% satisfaction with their case

manager (regrettably a 1% decrease from 2007/2008) and families indicated an overall 91% satisfaction rate

with their case manager (no change from 2007/2008). Below is a chart detailing satisfaction results received

from both clients and families in all areas.

Actual Actual

Category Target 07-08 08-09 Satisfaction with Case Manager Client 95% 99% 98% Family 95% 91% 91% Satisfaction with Choice in Comprehensive Services Client 85% 81% 80% Family 85% 86% 86% Satisfaction with Choice in Supported Living Services Client 85% 89% 90% Family 85% 87% 87% Satisfaction with Community Inclusion in Comprehensive Services Client 85% 97% 98% Family 85% 85% 88% Satisfaction with Community Inclusion in Supported Living Services Client 85% 100% 100% Family 85% 88% 87% Satisfaction with Community Inclusion Support in Comprehensive Services Client 95% 99% 97% Satisfaction with Community Inclusion Support in Supported Living Services Client 95% 95% 91% Satisfaction with Feeling Safe Client 90% 93% 92% Indication of being informed of rights

Client 100% 85% 84% Family 100% 94% 93% Employment Satisfaction in Comprehensive Services Client 70% 65% 74% Employment Satisfaction in Supported Living Services

Client 80% 96% 98% % Adult of Clients enrolled in FGI Supported Employment who have been employed continuously for 6 months Comprehensive Services 70% 65% 74% Supported Living Services 80% 94% 82%

WE HAVE AN IMPACT-ABILITY Foothills Gateway consistently strives to improve

programs, services, and practices in an effort to maintain

the highest quality of life for clients.

Executive Summary-Information Management

System

Client & Family Satisfaction Survey Results

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Most areas show little to no change from the previous fiscal year. In areas where a decrease in

satisfaction occurred, Foothills Gateway, Inc. is dedicated to improving client and family satisfaction.

Additional areas where FGI puts an emphasis on setting and achieving high standards are staff turnover

and administrative expenses. The lower the turnover and administrative expenses, the more funds that

can go directly to individuals with developmental disabilities in our service area.

Foothills Gateway, Inc. was able to decrease general and administrative expenses for the agency by 1.6%

in the 2008-2009 Fiscal Year for a total of 8.5% of budget.

Foothills Gateway also experienced a decrease in staff turnover, reporting at 36% for the year, a 6%

decrease from 2008. We plan to continue efforts to reduce turnover and maintain the target level of

35%.

Foothills Gateway strives to be both efficient and effective. To this point, Foothills Gateway, Inc. has

formed many collaborations to make serving individuals with cognitive disabilities and receiving services

from Foothills Gateway easier and more beneficial. We have accomplished such efficiencies with two

organizations, Larimer Center for Mental Health (Larimer County) and Division of Vocational

Rehabilititation (State of Colorado), by offering office space within the Foothills Gateway building to

specialists within these organizations. This collaborative effort has proven beneficial to all three

organizations as well as clients and families.

Foothills Gateway, Inc. will continue to look for simple and innovative ways to increase client and familiy

satisfaction as well as increase collaboration with organizations serving the same population.

Timothy S. O’Neill, Executive Director

WE HAVE AN IMPACT-ABILITY

Foothills Gateway consistently strives to improve

programs, services, and practices in an effort to maintain

the highest quality of life for clients.

0.00%

2.00%

4.00%

6.00%

8.00%

10.00%

TargetFY 07-08

FY 08-09

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

Target FY 07-08

FY 08-09

% General and Administrative expenses of total agency expenses

% Agency Turnover

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9.5% 10.1%

8.5% 35%

42%

36%

Statement of Activities Year Ended June 30, 2009 with comparative totals for 2008

2009 2008

Fees and Grants from Government Agencies

Fees for Services

State of Colorado $15,579,099 $14,172,167

Grants and Other

Larimer County 2,906,337 2,839,138

Dept. of Housing and Urban Development 20,763 20,492

Other 48,500 86,121

Total Fees and Grants from Government Agencies $18,554,699 $17,117,918

Public Support Contributions 155,870 171,444 United Way 10,857 15,168

Total Public Support $166,727 $186,612

Other Revenue 802,208 850,146

Total Support and Revenue $19,523,634 $18,154,676

Expenses

Program Services

Early Intervention $802,681 $605,027

Medicaid Comprehensive 9,841,811 9,486,877

State Adult Supported Living 786,107 733,531

Medicaid Adult Supported Living 2,996,304 2,758,388

Children’s Extensive Support 417,615 443,555

Family Support 429,745 386,701

Case Management 2,085,373 1,954,718

Other Program Services 564,640 569,698

Total Program Services $17,924,276 $16,938,495

Supporting Services

General and Administrative 1,670,748 1,902,941

Total Expenses $19,595,024 $18,841,436

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS (71,390) (686,760)

Net Assets at Beginning of Year 8,090,140 8,776,900

Net Assets at End of Year $8,018,750 $8,090,140

WE HAVE AN ACCOUNT-ABILITY Foothills Gateway, Inc. compiles timely and accurate

financial information to be fully accountable to the

community.

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Statement of Financial Position June 30, 2009

with comparative totals for 2008

2009 2008

Assets

Current Assets $4,394,575 $4,997,880

Land, Building and Equipment, Net 3,139,235 3,186,667

Other Assets 1,796,236 1,371,470

TOTAL ASSETS $9,330,046 $9,556,017

Liabilities and Net Assets

Current Liabilities $1,311,296 $1,465,877

Long Term Debt 0 0

Total Liabilities $1,311,296 $1,465,877

Total Net Assets 8,018,750 8,090,140

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS $9,330,046 $9,556,017

$0

$5,000,000

$10,000,000

$15,000,000

$20,000,000

$25,000,000

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009Fiscal Years

Foothills Gateway, Inc.Program to Supporting Costs

Supporting Costs

Program Costs

WE HAVE AN ACCOUNT-ABILITY Foothills Gateway, Inc. compiles timely and

accurate financial information to be fully

accountable to the community.

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Number of Individuals Served in Fiscal Year 2008-2009

Medicaid Comprehensive 252 State Supported Living 75 Medicaid Supported Living 193 Early Intervention 419 Children’s Extensive Support 19 Family Support Services 211 Case Management Services 1,172 Other (HCBS, Intake & Eligibility) 309 Unduplicated Services 1,468

Medicaid70%

State9%

Part C1%Larimer

County15%

Other4%

Public Support

1%

Medicaid

State

Part C

Larimer CountyOther

Foothills Gateway, Inc.Revenues 2009

Medicaid68%

State9%

Part C1%Larimer

County16%

Other5%

Public Support

1%

Medicaid

State

Part C

Larimer CountyOther

Foothills Gateway, Inc.Revenues 2008

WE HAVE AN ACCOUNT-ABILITY

The number of individuals served by Foothills

Gateway, Inc., continued to grow in FY2009.

The organization received an increase in

funding from the State of Colorado. This

funding increase was due to several factors.

Supports were provided to 5.5% more

individuals than had been served in the prior

year. Higher State support levels were received

for children in the Early Intervention program.

Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) rates for

Comprehensive programs were instituted

statewide, which resulted in an increase in the

level of reimbursement for individuals that had

been being served in Larimer County. Despite

these funding and service increases, the agency

was able to decrease its expenditures for

administrative supports while completing the

building remodeling project which began the

prior year.

The expenditures for Independent Contractors

providing individualized Supported Living

Services continued to show substantial growth

of over 75% during the fiscal year. Likewise, the

number of Program Approved Service Agencies

providing contracted Comprehensive services

grew from 12 to 14 provider agencies. This has

again broadened the choices available to clients

in selection of providers to meet their individual

service needs.

Sharon Courtney,

Finance Department Director

Foothills Gateway, Inc. compiles timely and

accurate financial information to be fully

accountable to the community.

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2009 Contributors- Alphabetical Order On behalf of the Boards of Directors, the staff, the individuals with whom we work and their families, we would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to the people, companies and organizations in our community who support Foothills Gateway, Inc. and Foothills Gateway Foundation.

WE HAVE A THANK -ABILITY

Foothills Gateway would like to take this

opportunity to sincerely thank every donor who

made a contribution in 2009.

Kari Abele

Jan Abrahamson

Mark Abrams

Academy of Guitar

Advanced Interiors

Advantage Bank

Aggie Liquors

Agilent Technologies –

Employee Giving Campaign

Air Comfort Inc

Albertsons

All Occasions Catering

Kermit & Judith Allard

Gary and Karrie Allen

Krista Allen

Almosta Mercantile

Al's Newstand

American Furniture Warehouse

Al Anderson

Edward and Carol Anderson

Mike Anderson

Nyla Anderson

Richard & Betty Anderson

Richard and Sandra Anderson

Steve Anderson

Ted G. Anderson Charitable Income Trust

Kathy Andrews

Anonymous

Art of the Rockies Gallery

Ilona Atkinson

Atlas Chiropractic

Avogadros

Awards Unlimited

Molly Babcock

Bammy's Cookies

Ben and Crystal Barends

Travis and Brenda Barhaug

Douglas and Marilyn Barnes

Barnes & Noble Booksellers

Tad Barrett

Bas Bleu Theatre

Basement Finish Specialists

Chris Basford

Bath Nursery

Batteries Plus

Eric and Carrie Baumgart

Bead-You-Tiful Designs

Mrs. Margaret Beasley

Nancy L. Beasley

Beau Jo's Pizza

Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch

Don and Kathy Beck

Mo Bee

Bill Ben

Jamie Bermal- CSU Head Men's Golf Coach

Beverage Buttonz

Doug and Kathleen Bigge

Mary Biggers-State Farm Insurance

Mark Biglione

Dave and Barb Blomberg

Mr. & Mrs. Philip Bogetto - The Hermes

Foundation

Elizabeth Boland

Diane M. Bonacci

Waunita Boresen

Eva Bower

Edward Bowers

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Boyack

Emily Boyd

BPOE Elks Lodge #804

Steven Briden

Brandi Broadley

Robert R. Brunson

Budweiser Events Center

Terry Buechler

Bull Frog Wine and Spirits

Greg Bullard

Bullhide 4x4 - Scott and Susan Butters

Randy and Jill Burge

Burke Cleaners

Robert and Shoshanna Burke

Ken and Arlene Burnham

Ray and Carol Burnham

Burns Marketing Communications

Mitch and Lisa Burroughs

Robin and Pat Busteed

Gary and Betty Butler

Rick Callan

Cambria Suites

Camp Timberline

Mary Campbell

Campus West Carwash

Caninos Italian Restaurant

Canyon Chop House

Capture Scrapbook

Car Star Collision Repair

Dale Carlson

Dave and Marci Carlson

Travis Carlson

Robert and Karen Carnahan

Bert and Nancy Carney

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Lisa Carter

Karen Caruso

Caseys Car Care Center

Pamela Marie Cass

Monica Castaneda

Charco Broiler, Inc.

Robin Charlson

Chik-fil-A @ Foothills Mall

Chipper's Lane

Mike Christopher

Joel Cirillo

John and Kristine Clagett

Marge Clark

James and Lisa Clay

Clay's Ace Hardware

CMS Mechanical Services, Inc.

Paul Cocking

Robert and Linda Coffin

College Tire, Inc. / Big O Tires

Kelly and Mark Collins

Colorado Baggage Company

Colorado Eagles Hockey Club

Colorado Lawn & Tree Care

CSU - Athletic Dept.

Community Health Charities of Colorado

Nancy & Austin Condon

Ken Conley

Consuelo's

Coopersmiths

Tina and Dan Costello

M. Sharon Courtney

Kelly Cowper

Coyote Camp

Creekside Garden Center

Mike Croce

Gordon Cromwell

Cross Concrete

Doug and Anne Cross

Ruby Cruz

Todd and Tessa Daggett

Michael and Pamela Jane Dahl

Scott Dahlgren

Nancy David

Maddie Davis

Matt and Nicky Davis

Deb Dawkins -Clipso

Kelly Day

Bruce Deavers

Ted Dedolph

Déjà vu Painting

Carolyn and Daryl Dekkers

Deli Works

Ron and Jacci Delia

Della Terra Mountain Chateau

Denver Zoological Foundation

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WE HAVE A THANK-ABILITY Foothills Gateway would like to take this

opportunity to sincerely thank every donor who

made a contribution in 2009.

Designs

Mark Devine

Donna Dial

Dalton Dimick

Diamond Vogel Paint Center

Dino and Jennifer DiTullio

Mike and Kara DiTullio

Domino's Pizza

Dorothy's Catering

Double Eagle Construction - Gregg

Seebohm

Downtown Business Association

Linda Drees

Jodi and Brandon Dreiling

Linda Dudley

Laura Duke

Kim and James Durand

Mark Durand

David and Kathryn Dwyer

The Edge

Jim Eckersley

Dan Eckles

Ted Eckles

John and Lisa Eckrote

Eddie's Wholesale Meats

Edible Arrangements

Marcus and Jen Edwards

Eheart Interior Solutions

El Burrito Restaurant

Laura Elizalde

Steve Ellsworth

Emma Emerson

Ron Emery

Jep Enck

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District

Dave and Annmarie Evans

Dr. Gregory D. and Stacey Evans, D.D.S.

P.C.

Excel Scholastic Products

Fairfield Inn

Fazolis

George and Nancy Fee

Susith and Sureshi Fernando

Derrick and Jenny Filkins

Joe Finegan

Fishful Thinker

Ryan Flack

Flood & Peterson Insurance

Joan Flory

Dave and Diana Foland

Kelly Foley

Marilyn Pultz & William Follis

Foot of the Rockies

Foothills Furniture

Foothills Service League

Fort Collins Club

Fort Collins Foxes Baseball Club, Inc.

Fort Collins Muffler

Fort Collins Recreation Dept.

Fort Collins Service League

Fort Fun

Fort Morgan Printing

Mike Fortunato

4th Street Chophouse

Melvin Freytag

Jim Frick

Matt Fries

David and Heather Fritzler

Front Range Restaurant Management

Pat Fry

Full Cycle

Rudy and Kay Garcia

Garwood Jewelers

Danny Gaschler

Victor Gavaldon

Shannon and Mark Gefroh

Sheryl Geiger

Dwight & Connie Ghent

Kevin Gingery

GK Gymnastics

Chad and Valerie Glasgow

Joel D. Goeltl

GoJo's Sports

Golf Academy of Northern Colorado @ Harmony

Club

Gonzales Baseball Training

Mark and Lynette Gonzales

Chuck and Jeanne Graber

Jarrett and Rhonda Gray

Grease Monkey

Greensweep Cleaning

Megan Greer

David and Jody Griffin

Lillian M. Griffith

Groff Ag LLC

Robert and Linda Grondin

Guaranty Bank and Trust

Guitar Center

Gulley Greenhouse

Jerry and Janet Gunderson

Dan Gustafson

Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store

Walter & Esther Hadley Charitable Trust

Bob Hall

Sally Hallingstad

Karri and Donald Ham

Gordon Hannaford

Hanrahan Golf School

Bruce and Nancy Hansford

Michelle and Vance Hanson

Harmony Club

Larry and Paula Hawe

John Heinrich

Dan and Sue Henderson

Heritage Frames and Fine Art

Brent Herren

Brian Hertogg

High Country Beverage

High Fire Design

Highland Meadows Golf Course

Jeff Hill

Hilton Hotel - Fort Collins

Dean Hoag

Nila Hobbs

Dennis & Diane Hogerty

Home State Bank

Honey-Baked Hams

Kittie and Chuck Hook

Kristy and Scott Hook

Angie Hopkins - CSU Women's Golf Coach

Randy and Rita Horse

Clay Horst

Houska Automotive

Kristine & Kevin Housley

HP Company Foundation

Huckleberry Gifts

Jason and Rebecca Humphries

Hunan Chinese Restaurant

Paul Hutson

Johnny and Marty Hyde

Hydro Construction Co., Inc.

IBM Employee Services Center

Implant & General Dentistry of Northern

Colorado

Greta and Mike Irvin

Kendra and Jon Jacobs

Verlene Jacoby

Wayne Jamerson

Janet's Cakes

Jason and Lindsay Jarvis

Jay's Bistro

Jeff Jensen

Sue and Jeff Jiron

Dawn Johnson

Harold Johnson

Julie Jordanger - Clipso Hairstyling

Junior League of Fort Collins

David and Rebecca Joyce

Jon and Pat Juchartz

Donna Kaneshiro

Audrea Kappert

Jim and Leah Kapral

Helen Kaupang

Brett Kemp

Ken's Muffler & Brake

Shelly Kerr

Curt and Susie Kiesling

Bob Kingswood

Kinder Care

Scott Kintz

Kevin Kirchmar

Allan and Susan Kirkpatrick

Rob Kittle

Debra Klein

Eric and Toni Klein

Allen and Donna Kling

Kathleen and Richard Kling

Knights of Columbus, Council 11140

Knights of Columbus, Council #1214

Knights of Columbus, Council #12145

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WE HAVE A THANK-ABILITY Foothills Gateway would like to take this

opportunity to sincerely thank every donor who

made a contribution in 2009.

Knights of Columbus, Council 3434

Bryce & Audrey Kooperud

Susan Kordis

Marie Krizanovic

Kroenke Sports Enterprises

Lori and Tracey Kruse

Mrs. Edith Kruse

Wayne and Joyce Kruse

Kruse Elementary School- Ian Hill's 5th

Grade Class

Teresa Kugrens

Kathy and Tom Kula

Rich and Betina Kunisch

Patsy Kutchar

La Dolce Vita Gelato

Jamie Laetsch

Laryl and Jay Laetsch

Lindsay Laetsch

LaFarge, Inc.

Bonnie Lafferty

Lambspun

Clyde Lane

James and Marci Lautzenheiser

LBN Insurance

Annette Leazer

Gary and Shari Lemesany

Mary Elizabeth Lenahan

Life of the Party

Lincoln Center

Paul Liptak

Rena Littleton - California Concepts

Littwin Carpentry

Liquor Max

Logan, Thomas & Johnson, LLC

Judy Lostroh

Amber Lovelace

Nancy Lovelace

Loveland Coffee Company

Loveland Lions Club

Lucky Joe's

Dave and Ann Lundahl

Macy's West G.I.F.T.

Stu MacMillan

Erin Magsamen/Hogerty grandchildren

Mama Roni's Pizza

Mancinos Pizza Grinders

March, Olive & Pharris, LLC

George and Kathleen Marek

Kirk Margheim

Markley Motors

Ron Marquez

David Martin

Mario Masciola

Mason Street Tire / Big O Tires

Maxey, Inc.

Carl and Marla Maxey

Bert McCaffrey

Bob McCluskey

Amy and Jay McCoy

John and Sherry McCoy

Josephine McCoy

McGraff's Casual Dinnerhouse

Janet McTague -City of Ft. Collins Utilities

Mark Meadows

Crystal M. Merlau, Herber & Nash, P.C.

Nancy Melvin

Metabolic Research Center

Brent Meyer

Jeanette Meyer

Jim and Sherry Meyer

Dan and Phyllis Mielke

Mile High Jewelry & Access

Brian Miller

Doug Mills

Dale Mitchell

Jim Mockler

Jim and Heather Moenning

Andrew Moore

Jeffery Morgan

Theresa Morgan

Morning Fresh Dairy

Jim and LaRae Mosbaugh

Mother Load and Boutique Bravo

Mountain Avenue LLC

Jamie Moyer

Mullen Automotive

Aya Murazeki

Michael P. Murphy, DDS PC

Nails 2000

National Mah Jongg League, Inc.

Nature's Own

Dave Nelson

Kimberly & Todd Nelson

Jeff Neppel

Nesch Brass Company

Nice Car, Inc.

Dave and Katie Nichols

Steve and Amberly Nichols

Novello Photography

Jane Nuttall

Lisa Nuttall

Odell Brewing Company, Inc.

Tim O'Hara Photography, Inc.

Old Chicago

Peter and Marie O'Neill

Tim and Cindy O'Neill

Open Stage Theatre

Orchards Ace Hardware

Jacquelin O'Riordan-Leal

Brent Orr

Orthopaedic Center of the Rockies

Pam Osborn

Outback Steakhouse

Outpost Sunsport

Jay Pace

Palmer Flowers & Decorating Gallery

Panino's Italian Restaurant

Pappy's Bar and Grill

Party America

T.R. Paul Family Foundation

Pearle Vision

Pedersen Toyota

Ann Pendley, Ph.D.

Barry and Mary Jean Pennucci

Perennial Gardener / Sense of Place

Jeanette and Robert Perich

Perry Upholstering

Pet City

Sherry Petersen

Larry Pettigrew

Photos by Alexandra

Nancy Pickard

Jim and Nancy Pieper

Rich Pieper

Pink Popcorn Studio

Piper's Grease Monkey

Rich and Patti Piper

Pizza Hut

Lisa Plahuta

Mrs. Shirley Plumb

Mark Pojar - LoLu

Karlene Poor

Portraits By Betsy Strafach

Teri Powell

Brian Prach

Robert and Cindy Prater

Premier Garage of Northern Colorado

Richard Preston

Woody Procell & The Snowy River Band

Ptarmigan Country Club

Public Service Credit Union

Pulse Fitness Center

Qdoba

Luis and Shuree Ramirez

Mike Rasmuson

Rick Rasmuson

RB Interior Trim Inc.

Reader's Cove Bookstore

Polly and Gary Reardon

Regent Communications, Inc.

Janna Remington

Residence Inn

Respite Care, Inc.

Mike Riba

Rod and Jamie Rice

Oliver Richardson

Tim and Rene Richardson

Gary Riedel

Rio Grande Restaurant

Shannon Rivera

Daren and Ronna Roberson

Rocky Mountain Desk Corporation

Rocky Mountain Orchards

Pamela Rodden

Rebecca and Paul Rodgers

Dan and Nicole Romero

Carl Roth

Chris and Gail Ruebel

Kelsey Rumney

Linda and Rich Rumney

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WE HAVE A THANK-ABILITY Foothills Gateway would like to take this

opportunity to sincerely thank every donor who

made a contribution in 2009.

Runner's Roost

Runza

Cynthia Russell-Littwin

Ronald Rutz, Attorney at Law

Sage Homes

St. Johns Ladies Auxiliary

Sams Club #18-6633

Rachel Sandoval

First National Bank

Todd Sargent

Wes and Trudy Sargent

Sather's Leading Jewelers

Satin Camisole

Saturn Of Fort Collins

Jeff Schick

Brooke Schmidt

Kendall and Gayle Schmidt

Schrader Oil Company

Katie and Bill Schrader

Wayne and Phyllis Schrader

Jack and Dixy Schreiner

Jeff Schust

Scottish Stained Glass

Christina and Marlon Seals

Bill See

Select Wood Floors, Inc.

Serious Texas BBQ

ServeNation, LLC

John and Marilyn Shelton

Paula and Ted Shepard

Michael and Linda Shoemaker

Cory Shortridge

Dennis and Dana Shortridge

CJ Shovlin

Silver Grill Café - John Arnolfo

Silver Mine Subs

Dr. Dennis Simcik, DDS, PC

Paul and Kriss Simpson

Suzanne and Zac Simpson

Anne Marie Skeffington

Kim Skidmore

Skillman Photography

Thomas Skrobacz

RB Slade and Associates, LLC

Bob and Carol Slade

Richard and Molly Sledge

Barbara Smith

Karl Smith

Ryan and Charis Smith

Sonic Drive In

Sonny Lubick Steakhouse

Brian T. Soukup

Bryce Sowitch

Sue and Hal Sperber

Charles and Nancy Spillman

Cim and Bill Spitz

Tracy Spotts

Spradley Barr

Tom and Monita Spradlin

Standing Tall USA, LLC

Starbucks Coffee

State Beauty Supply

Adam and Kyle Steele

Laurie and Kelly Steele

Wayne and Nicole Sterler

Frank and Pat Stermitz

Clint Stevens

Tim Stevens

Travis Stevens

Jacob & Joan Stieb, Jr. Family Trust

Craig Stirn

Stonehouse Grille

Elizabeth Storey

Shirley and John Stouffer

Maxine Strain

Carol Stringer - Clipso

Brian and Monique Sullivan

Sunlight Mountain Resort

Super Vac

Sara J. Swarbrick

Marian and Bob Swerer

T's Electric

John Tate

Brett Tatman

Cebe and Clara Taylor

Dave Taylor

Paige Taylor

Patti Teraoka

Nancy Terry

Texas Roadhouse

The Breakfast Club

The Chocolate Café

The Cupboard

The Dog Club

The Fort Collins Pet Sitting Company

The Melting Pot

The Olive Garden

The Photo Shoppe

The Pooch Mobile

The Satellite Center

The Tooth Zone, LLC

3 X Fast

Larry Tomek

Karen and Steve Tool

Bob and Cathy Toomey - Evergreen Landscaping

Torrance Marriott

Toyota Financial Services

Jerry Traurig

Josh Traver

Mark Traver

Tri-City Cycle

Martha Scott Trimble Trust

Triple Crown Sports

Tuesdaysies

Ronald and Marilyn Tuttle

287 Discount Liquor

Ultimate Support Systems, Inc.

United Way of the Columbia-Willamette

United Way of Larimer County

United Way of Weld County

Dr. Keith Van Tassell, DDS

Carol & Gene Vaughan

Marty and Mindy Vermilyea

Verns Toffee

Spook Victor

Doug Vincent

Vintages

Bob Visocky

Dwayne G. & Lori L. Walker

Walrus Ice Cream

Marlin and Monica Walter

Carol Ward

Warehouse Liquors - Little Havana Cigar

Company

Gregory and Wanda Warfield

Janet Waterfield

John Watson

Raymond Watts

Tammy Waugh

James Weber

Susan and Ken Webster

Kathy Weinmeister

Ron Weinmeister - Super Vac

Will and Sheri Welch

Waneeda Welle

Ryan Wells

Wells Fargo

Dani and Brady Welton

Eva and Boyd West

John and Linda White

White Dog Tree Farm

Doris (Punkie) Whitely

Dennis Whitman

Whole Foods

Chris Will

Tambor Williams

Zach Wilson

Rob and Barbara Winick

Dr and Mrs James Wise

Kim and Don Witman

Jeff and Debra Wood

Woodley's Fine Furniture

Shawn Wotowey

Alan Ziglen

Kelly Zimmerman

Eric Zurbrisen

David Zwisler

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YOUR GIFT HELPS FOOTHILLS GATEWAY

CONTINUE TO EMPOWER EVERY ABILITY.

To continue our mission, we must look not only at the needs of today but also at what tomorrow holds.

Together, with your support, we can improve the lives of our clients now and help the countless others

who will require our services in the future.

Every gift has impact-ability.

Each and every generous contribution made to Foothills Gateway

helps our clients achieve their maximum potential. Whether you

provide a monetary donation today, assist with our annual fundraising

events, or establish a planned gift, you are directly impacting lives and

strengthening our community.

Help Foothills Gateway build a long-lasting legacy.

A wide variety of giving opportunities are available to help you achieve

your charitable and financial goals. Each and every gift brings Foothills

Gateway closer to our mission of empowering everyone who has unique

abilities – today and far into the future.

Gifts of cash, securities, and life insurance

Monthly Donations

Charitable gift annuities

Charitable remainder trusts

Charitable lead trusts

Life insurance beneficiaries

Pension plan beneficiaries

Bequests

Land donations

Volunteering as a mentor

Attending fundraising and other special events

In Memory of the friends who passed in 2009.

EMPOWER EVERY ABILITY Foothills Gateway, Inc. and Foothills Gateway

Foundation has a variety of ways you can help

to support our mission.

Empower your gift ability.

Your gift will help Foothills Gateway highlight the achievement of the human spirit for years in the future. To make a donation, establish a planned gift, or attend a fundraising event please contact Diana Foland @ 970-266-5316 or dianaf@foothillsgateway.org. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us make a difference in our community and in the lives of thousands of individuals and their

families.

Lei Anderson

Eathel “Darlene” Armstrong

Elizabeth Bolton

Louise Dally

Douglas Dobson

Ethel Georgia Dragieff

Todd Edwards Wildman

Margaret Marie Genthe

Richard Genthe

Richard Giessel

Kerry Sue Green

George Grimes

Anna Kamps

Richard Ledford

Virgina Loeffler

Margaret Lynn

Eddie Matsuda

Dean Matsunaka

Nancy McClintock

Lois Milburn

Q Rollosson

Betty Thrush

Ruby Rebecca Tomlinson

Clyde Ed Wiley

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