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The Heights March 19 - April 2, 2015Volume 5 :: No. 6
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Garfield Heights and Maple Heights
Maple Heights City Schools Receives Auditor of the State AwardOhio Auditor David Yost has
awarded the Maple Heights City School District the Auditor of State Award for its clean audit for the district’s fiscal year ending June 30, 2014. The Auditor of State Award is presented to local governments and school districts upon the completion of a financial audit.
To earn the state auditor’s award, MHCSD treasurer Bob Applebaum and his office had to meet the following criteria of a “clean” audit report:
MHCSD filed timely financial reports with the Auditor of State’s office in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles);
MHCSD’s audit report did not contain any findings for recovery, material citations, material weaknesses, significant deficiencies, Single Audit findings or questioned costs;
MHCSD’s management letter from the state audit contained NO comments related to:
•Ethics referrals •Questioned costs less than
$10,000.•Lack of timely report
submission.•Reconciliation.•Failure to obtain a timely Single
Audit.•Findings for recovery less than
$100.•Public meetings or records.
Treasurer Bob Applebaum stated,
“this award is a credit to my staff, the support of our Board members, the leadership and cooperation of our Superintendent Dr. Charlie Keenan, and the determination of the hundreds of other members of this school district who have worked so hard in promoting the best possible educational environment for our students, while being totally accountable for every expenditure that we make on behalf of the taxpayers of the Maple Heights community.”
Garfield Heights City Schools Places Issue 3 on May Ballot as NO TAX INCREASE Renewal Levy The Garfield Heights City Schools has
placed Issue 3, a Renewal Levy, on the May 2015 Ballot that is NOT a tax increase, but rather combines two separate issues which have been renewed every five years since 1986 and 1992, respectively.
Issue 3 generates approximately $5.035 Million per year which will be used to continue to provide textbooks, technology, educational programs and safety and security for our buildings. The Garfield Heights City Schools has
combined two issues into one issue for the next ten years so that it can remain financially solvent for many years to come and to avoid voter fatigue amongst the community. Once again, Issue 3 is NOT a tax increase, but rather a renewal levy for
our school district’s future.For more information about this levy,
please feel free to contact the Treasurer’s Office at 216-475-8100.
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The 82nd annual Series of Spring Bird Walks brings flocks of birdsNortheast Ohio’s location along
the southern shore of Lake Erie makes it a prime destination for migrating birds of all kinds. Every spring, hundreds of thousands of birds representing more than 100 species make their way northward from their winter homes farther south and stop here to rest and refuel before making the flight across the lake to reach their nesting grounds in the boreal forests and tundra of Canada. Keep an eye out for blackburnian warblers, scarlet tanagers, indigo buntings and rose-breasted grosbeaks, and this is just to name a few species.
Cleveland Metroparks, along with its partners, the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and other local park districts, collaborate each year to present the Series of Spring Bird Walks every Sunday from April 12 through May 17. These free, naturalist or volunteer led walks, meet at 7:30 a.m. at each of the various locations around Northeast Ohio in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Medina and Portage counties.
Cleveland Metroparks locations include Lake Isaac in Big Creek Reservation, Hemlock Creek Picnic Area in Bedford Reservation, the
Station Road Bridge Trailhead in Brecksville Reservation, Hinckley Lake in Hinckley Reservation, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center in Huntington Reservation, Sunset Pond in North Chagrin Reservation, CanalWay Visitor Center in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, Rocky River Nature Center in Rocky River Reservation and Jackson Road parking lot in South Chagrin Reservation.
Other Spring Bird Walk locations include Aurora, Gates Mills, Geauga Park District, Hiram, Holden Arboretum, Lake Erie Bluffs, Mentor Marsh and Shaker Lakes.
“This is one of the longest-running citizen science projects in the country,” said Cleveland Metroparks Director of Outdoor Experiences Wendy Weirich. “The Spring Bird Walks not only collect data about bird migration, but also give participants a unique way to experience spring -- if they go each week, they often start in a coat and end in shorts.”
For more information, visit clevelandmetroparks.com
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Garfield Heights Kiwanis Key Club Speaks at GHWC
T h e G a r f i e l d H e i g h t s W o m a n ’ s Club is a civic organization with the purpose that its members be informed a n d c o n c e r n e d with the educational, civic, social, and cultural welfare of the community. Monthly speakers enlighten
members with information and knowledge. At February’s meeting, GHWC First Vice President Estelle
Hofer invited Amy Tomon (Intervention Specialist at Garfield Heights High School) and the Garfield Heights Kiwanis Key Club/SOS (Students of Service)
to give a presentation o n Community s e r v i c e i n v o l v i n g t h e i r m e m b e r s . S e v e r a l s t u d e n t s a t t e n d e d the meeting, i n c l u d i n g D e r r i c k G u n n , P r e s i d e n t and Haley H e m e l , Tr e a s u r e r . T h e y d i s c u s s e d their favorite p r o j e c t s and why community service is
important to them. The slide show had many pictures of past events and countless teenagers helping younger children and being a positive influence on others.
The GHWC, 25 members strong, work all year long to raise money to give away in the community to charitable organizations and special causes. That evening the ladies enjoyed hearing positive things adolescence are involved in. Ms. Tomon was proud to showcase how the GH High School is giving back to the community. The group looks forward to opportunities to make a difference. The Woman’s Club gave a donation of $50.00 to continue the efforts of the SOS/Key Club.
The GHWC meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. For more information call GHWC President Debra Sarnowski at 216 587-0083.
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Sonnenberg Station Performs for Locals in MarchSonnenberg Station, a 16-voice men’s
choral ensemble based in Kidron, Ohio, has performed in more than 30 different venues to appreciative audiences throughout Ohio, from churches and businesses to universities and concert halls. Their repertoire features beloved classical pieces as well as contemporary tunes and everything in between, including several arrangements written by the group’s director, Tim Shue.
This season’s performances offer selections on the theme of Sacred Spaces: Exploring Wayne County’s Historic Buildings with Song as the singers lift their voices in some of Wayne County’s oldest buildings of community and worship. All concerts will be delivered with Sonnenberg Station’s own take on traditional spirituals, familiar folk songs, and, as always, a few lighthearted surprises while representing a variety of cultures, eras, and styles.
Their performance on Saturday, March 28 at 7pm will benefit the Kidron Community Historical Society (KCHS) as Sonnenberg Station performs at the Old Sonnenberg Church in Sonnenberg Village, just on the outskirts of Kidron. The Sonnenberg Village is a five-acre campus that maintains
and preserve historical buildings and implements sustainable living methods using renewable energy, green building technology, and sustainable gardening and landscaping techniques. The campus currently has five permanent buildings in place with an additional nine buildings to be installed on their respective sites. All offerings from the Sonnenberg Church performance will go to the KCHS.
Join Sonnenberg Station as they share this season’s repertoire at any of the
following performances:
Saturday, March 21 at 7pm: Dalton Presbyterian Church, 163 West Main Street, Dalton, OH 44618
Sunday, March 22 at 7pm: Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 161 W. Clinton Street, Doylestown, OH 44230
Monday, March 23 at 7pm: St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 68 West Main Street, Apple Creek, OH 44606
Saturday, March 28 at 7pm: Old
Sonnenberg Village Church, Sonnenberg Village, 13515 Hackett Road, Apple Creek, Ohio, 44606
Sunday, March 29 at 7pm: First Presbyterian, 621 College Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691
Admission is free of charge; an offering will be taken during intermission. For more information, visit www.sonnenbergstation.org
University Hospitals Bedford Medical Now Offers Valet Parking for Patients and Visitors
UH Bedford Medical Center recently introduced complimentary valet parking for patients using hospital-based services. The service is available at the east end of the building near the outpatient surgery center entrance between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. This new service provides patients with both convenience and enhanced
safety. “Our decision to introduce valet
parking at the hospital was driven by our commitment to delivering patient-centered care in the safest environment possible,” says Robert David, President of UH Bedford Medical Center. “We are pleased to be able to offer this new service which will help ensure the safety of those
coming to us for care and make their visit to our hospital more convenient.”
Patients are already responding to this new convenience. Up to 25 cars are being parked each day and that number is growing as awareness of the new service spreads through the community. Hospital visitor, Betty L. wrote to say, “I was coming to the hospital to visit my daughter. The
snow and ice in the parking lot could be a problem for me because I use a cane and my balance is not that good. Much to my surprise, I saw a sign that read, Valet Parking – Free! You made my day! I am so appreciative.”
Valet service at the hospital is free and tipping is not required or expected.
Budish Strengthens County Position in Israel BondsCounty Executive Armond Budish
announced that Cuyahoga County will expand its holdings in Israel bonds from $5 million to $8 million this year.
“The return to the County on Israel bonds has been outstanding,” said Budish. “Expanding our holdings in Israel bonds is one of the best ways to strengthen Cuyahoga County’s financial
outlook for the long-term. I applaud our Fiscal Department for their work to invest an additional $3 million in Israel bonds to help ensure our fiscal solvency.”
Cuyahoga County first established a $5 million investment in Israel bonds in 2006. The Investment Advisory Committee approved the County’s purchase of additional $3 million of Israel
bonds bringing their holdings close to the maximum investment level.
Israel bonds were first issued in 1951, and have enabled the development of all areas of Israel’s economy. In 2014, Fitch Ratings gave Israel an A rating, although Israel bonds themselves are not rated.
Development Corporation for Israel, commonly known as Israel Bonds, is a
broker-dealer that underwrites securities issued by the State of Israel in the United States. In 2014, U.S. Israel bond investments have surpassed $1 billion. Proceeds from the sale of bonds have played a decisive role in Israel’s rapid evolution into a groundbreaking, globally emulated leader in high-tech, cleantech and biotech.
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“But it doesn’t hurt, Doc” is a response I frequently get when I suggest dental treatment for a pa-tient. The logic behind the think-ing is “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” or “if it’s not bothering me I’m not gonna bother it”. And although I understand the thinking, I have to tell you that it’s the wrong way to think!
1) Who likes pain? Just because it doesn’t hurt
doesn’t mean it’s not broke. As a dentist, I am trained to recognize developing problems before you can see or feel them. I can say with the certainty that comes with expe-rience that if we don’t do some-thing now, it WILL hurt soon.
I don’t know about you, but if I can do something to avoid certain pain down the road, I’ll do it.
2) Who likes to spend more when you can spend less?
If I recommend a filling for one of your teeth, it likely will cost between $100-$250, depending on the size. But if you wait until that tooth starts to hurt (which it always will if the filling is not done) then you’ll likely need root canal
therapy and a crown, a much more expensive proposition at $1500-$2000. Not to mention that the lat-ter procedures take much more of your time and tend to be more trau-matic. I don’t know about you, but I’ll jump on any chance to save that kind of money, time, and hassle.
The reason we recommend frequent checkups is so that we can catch developing problems early, when they are simple and inexpen-sive to fix. That’s the formula for having a healthy mouth for your
entire life.
Waiting until it hurts is a for-mula for trauma and overspending. Which one makes the most sense to you?
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EPA offers free food waste training webinars
The U.S. EPA Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) program is hosting a series of free webinars for those interested in zero waste, specifically the reduction of waste in food service operations.
The Food Waste Training & Toolkit webinars will guide users through the waste assessment and reduction process presented
in the Reducing Wasted Food & Packaging Toolkit.
Visit cuyahogacounty.us for more information and to go to registration links.
Ohioans Plan to Purchase New Wheels in 2015I don’t know about you, but the
first quarter of the year usually means tax returns, raises, and bonus checks. These extra funds often lead to large purchases, and for 23 percent of Ohioans that means buying a new or used car, according to the Ohio Credit Union League’s 2015 Consumer Survey.
With hundreds of makes and models to choose from, how do you narrow down the search? According
to the survey, 60 percent of Ohioans first look at monthly payment rates. This was closely followed by gas mileage (59 percent) and car history (56 percent).
Now that you’ve narrowed down what you’re looking for how does the purchasing begin?
• Do the research. Buyers can save themselves a lot of time and money by researching various automotive dealerships online before arriving
on the lot. Many dealerships list available cars and special deals on their website.
• Test drive. Just because a vehicle looks good on paper doesn’t mean it will fit your style and comfort preferences. This is a big purchase; drive it around to make sure it will suit your lifestyle for a long time.
• Consult a credit union. These not-for-profit, member-driven financial institutions return their earnings to
members in the form of lower interest rates, making them your best bet for an affordable vehicle loan.
To learn more about how a credit union can help you with your next big purchase, visit www.aSmarterChoice.org and find a credit union in your area.
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Dr. Lioudis treats patients diagnosed with resistant hypertension – blood pressure that remains above normal despite regular use of blood pressure medications. He answers questions about this condition here.
Q. What is the difference between regular and resistant hypertension?
A. About one in three U.S. adults has hypertension, or
Regular hypertension is based on an average of two or more blood pressure readings with above-normal results. With resistant hypertension, blood pressure is above normal even
though the patient is taking three or more blood pressure medications, including a diuretic, at optimal doses.
Q. How are medications used to treat resistant hypertension?
A. It is a very individualized process that involves asking patients a lot of questions – what they do for a living, where they live, what factors are stressors in their lives. “The
the best result for that individual,” says Dr. Lioudis. “For example, if they don’t have ready access to a bathroom at work, a diuretic is not necessarily a good option.”
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The U.S. EPA Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) program is hosting a series of free webinars for those interested in zero waste, specifically the reduction of waste in food service operations.
The Food Waste Training & Toolkit webinars will guide users through the waste assessment and reduction process presented
in the Reducing Wasted Food & Packaging Toolkit.
Visit cuyahogacounty.us for more information and to go to registration links.
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Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish today released a Transition Working Groups Report representing hundreds of hours of volunteer work done by civic, business, and community leaders with suggestions and guiding themes to ensure Cuyahoga County government continues to meet the needs of constituents and moves our community forward.
“Our region is fortunate to have many talented, passionate leaders and experts in all sectors of our community willing to give of their time, energy, and expertise,” said Budish. “The Transition Policy Working Groups were the first stage of what I hope will be a continuous, inclusive, and meaningful process to facilitate an ongoing two-way conversation between the people of Cuyahoga County and their County
government. It is important to me that we continue to collaborate so that we may listen and learn from each other as we solve problems and tackle the region’s challenges.”
The Report outlines suggestions from each of the three Transition Working Groups: Effective and Efficient Government, Quality of Life, and Economic Growth and Opportunity. Across each Working Group, three global themes were universally agreed upon.
The first global theme, Engage, highlights the importance of the administration actively engaging the community, seeking input, valuing dialogue, and listening to a broad diversity of community members.
The second global theme, Prioritize, suggests that the role of the Executive is to prioritize initiatives and to determine when it is best
for the County to lead, partner, or support. The County’s charter jurisdiction is broad and it will be critical for the County to be an active community partner and identify its most appropriate role.
The final global theme, Lead, identifies that one of the top charges for Executive Budish will be for him to lead and be a convener on key issues for the community. It is recognized by stakeholders that Cuyahoga County cannot and should not be the funder of all initiatives, but it must use its leadership position to help organize efforts. The County will need to look for community partners, including those working in business, philanthropy, and social services, to build coalitions and partnerships, to have success.
“The Transition Policy Working Groups were an important step in
continuing to move Cuyahoga County forward,” said Beth Mooney, Chairman and CEO, KeyCorp. “As co-chair of the Economic Growth & Opportunity Working Group, I’ll add that our members know the public-private partnership is critical as we work to equip and support individuals in the right ways so they can be successful employed.”
U.S. Representative Marcia L. Fudge served as Chair of Chairs for the working groups, offering additional leadership and guidance to County Executive Budish.
“I was honored to serve as Chair of Chairs for County Executive Budish’s Transition Working Groups. These three reports will help lay the foundation for continuing the progress Cuyahoga County has made in recent years and I thank all the work group members for their service.”
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Support the Garfield Heights Family Resource Center by recycling your paper products in the River Valley Paper Company bin at the Civic Center, 5407
Turney Road. The Resource Center helps at-risk families
and youth and offers referral services. Items accepted include newspaper, mail, phonebooks, office/school paper, magazines,
catalogs, paper bags, hard and soft bound books and cardboard. All proceeds generated from the yearlong paper drive will benefit the Resource Center. For information about the resource center, call Ruth Pollack, center
manager, at 216-475-1103 or e-mail [email protected]. For information about recycling, call Pat Salemi at 216-475-1100, ext. 2425 or e-mail [email protected].
Yearlong Paper Drive
Kiwanis Empty Bowl GH KIWANIS is having their 2nd annual
“Empty Bowl Project” on Thursday, April 23, 2015 at the Garfield Heights High School from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. “Empty Bowls” is an international project to fight
hunger. “Empty Bowls” allow local artists, art groups and craftsmen to create and donate groups. Guests are invited to choose a bowl and enjoy a simple meal of soup, salad and bread in exchange for
a minimum cash donation. The guests keep their bowls as a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world. The last Empty Bowl project raised over $5000 with all proceeds from the event went
to support local food banks. Interested in donating or joining in this worthwhile cause? Call Mary at 216 663-0238 or Debbie at 216 587-0083 or contact any GH Kiwanis Member.
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Toddler StorytimeBranch: Maple HeightsDate: Thursday, March 19, 2015 10:30
AMCaregivers and their children ages
19-35 months: Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Family Literacy Night: Helping Kids Manage Stress
Branch: Maple HeightsDate: Thursday, March 19, 2015 6:30 PM
– 7:30 PMEveryone experiences stress - even
kids! While adults are dealing with jobs, finances, and parenting their kids worry about friends, school, and home life. It’s important that everyone in the family learn healthy ways to express and manage stress. Adults and kids will receive practical tools in this fun, interactive workshop.
Family StorytimeBranch: Maple HeightsDate: Monday, March 23, 2015 6:30 PMAll ages with adult caregiver: Join us for
stories, songs and fingerplays.
Preschool StorytimeBranch: Maple HeightsDate: Tuesday, March 24, 2015 10:30
AMCaregivers and their children ages 3-5
not in kindergarten: Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
One Crazy Summer RallyBranch: Maple HeightsDate: Tuesday, March 24, 2015 6:30 PM
– 7:30 PMGrades 5-6: Prepare for our April 8th
Rita Williams-Garcia author visit with a book discussion and snacks. Help us make posters to decorate for the visit. Participants should read One Crazy Summer prior to the program.
Play, Learn and Grow WorkshopBranch: Maple HeightsDate: Tuesday, March 24, 2015 6:30 PM
– 7:30 PMAges 1 to 3 with caregiver: Play, Learn
and Grow Workshop is a five week series for parents and children ages one to three. A 60 minute program each week offers opportunities for children to play with developmentally appropriate toys in a play group atmosphere and for parents to meet and question community experts in the areas of child development, speech and language, nutrition, play, movement and music.
Registration is required beginning February 16 and siblings from birth to age 5 are welcome. Program will run on Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.
W h a t ’ s U p Wednesdays!
Branch: Maple HeightsDate: Wednesday,
March 25, 2015 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Teens grades 6-12. Join us for some fun on What’s up Wednesday! Whether it’s a Minute to Win It competition or taking a trip to Japan, or perhaps competing in a Jenga contest. Stop by to see “what’s up?” at the library.
We’d also like to promote two of our programs that will be off-site at Marymount
Place. We will take registration for these programs:
Women in History: Margaret “Molly” Tobin Brown – Tuesday, March 24th / 3:30 p.m.
Actress, Anne McEvoy, portrays Titanic survivor and a woman who was determined to break the rules of “high society”.
Frank Sinatra’s Music: The Prime Years (1953-1993) – Thursday, April 9th / 3:30 p.m.
Sinatra’s professional signing rebirth began in 1953 with Capitol Records. He achieved artistic heights with arrangers Nelson Riddle and Billy May and big band leaders like Count Basie and Duke Ellington.
Library Spotlight
March 19 - April 2, 2015
Garfield Heights Announces Fresh Start Program for License Suspensions
Hoping to combat the growing number of unlicensed drivers, the Judges of Garfield Heights Municipal Court have announced the Fresh Start Program to enable drivers to clear any forfeitures or blocks issued by Garfield Heights Municipal Court.
The Fresh Start Program began
February 23 and ends May 30.Any person who has deliquent
fines and costs may appear any time at the Office of the Clerk and pay the balance in full without arrest, court appearance, or additional court costs.
Any person who cannot pay
fines and costs in full may appear Wednesdays at 8 a.m. for a hearing to request additional time to pay and an immediate release of any license forfeiture or warrant block with minimum payment of $100.
Any person with standing warrant for failure to appear on pending
charges may appear on Wednesdays at 8 a.m. for a hearing to finalize the case or obtain a new hearing date without being arrested or being required to post bond.
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For more information and to reserve seats, contact Linda How at [email protected] or (440) 786-9449.
Scholarship for High School Seniors by GHWCThe Garfield Heights Woman’s Club is
a civic organization with the purpose that its members be informed and concerned with the educational, civic, social, and cultural welfare of the community by enriching the lives of the members by learning. Members work all year long
to raise money to give away in the community to charitable organizations and groups.
In October, GHWC had a salad luncheon honoring outstanding ladies of the community where club members made salads and baskets that were raffled
off. They raised enough money to offer three scholarships to senior students residing in our City and attending a high school in Garfield Heights. Any interested student should contact their school’s counselor for an application. Along with the application, senior needs to submit a
essay of 500 words or less about a person or event that made an impact on their life.
The GHWC meets the second Wednesday of the Month at the GH Civic Center and is open to all ladies of the community.
Palm Saturday EventThe Lutheran Church of the Covenant,
19000 Libby Road, Maple Heights, OH 44137 will present their fifth annual Palm Saturday Event for children ages 3 through 8th grade on Saturday, March
28, 2015 - 9:30 a.m. Holy Week and Easter are the heart of
the church year. Palm Saturday prepares children for the whole range of the church’s experience from Palm Sunday
through Easter. The day will include storytelling, crafts and an Easter Egg Hunt. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited to the first 40 children that enroll, so please register early. For more
information or to obtain an application form, call the church at 216-662-0370. This event is free and open to all members of the community.
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University Hospitals is focused on health and wellness in people of all ages. With locations across the region, our new Center for Lifelong Health offers a variety of specialized health care services, social opportunities and educational programming to help older adults live longer, healthier, happier lives.
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UHhospitals.org/LifelongHealthCall toll-free: 1-844-312-LIFE
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UH Case Medical Center11100 Euclid AvenueCleveland, Ohio 44106
UH Ahuja Medical CenterKathy Risman Pavilion1000 Auburn Drive, Suite 200Beachwood, Ohio 44122
UH Bedford Medical Center*44 Blaine AvenueBedford, Ohio 44146
UH Conneaut Medical Center158 West Main RoadConneaut, Ohio 44030
UH Elyria Medical Center630 East River StreetElyria, Ohio 44035
UH Geauga Medical Center13207 Ravenna RoadChardon, Ohio 44204
UH Geneva Medical Center870 West Main StreetGeneva, Ohio 44041
UH Parma Medical Center7007 Powers BoulevardParma, Ohio 44129
UH Rehabilitation Hospital23333 Harvard RoadBeachwood, Ohio 44122
UH Richmond Medical Center*27100 Chardon RoadRichmond Heights, Ohio 44143
St. John Medical Center29000 Center Ridge RoadWestlake, Ohio 44145
*Campuses of UH Regional Hospitals
Locations:
Senior AssessmentsComprehensive senior assessments are available at four UH locations:• UH Bedford Medical Center• UH Geauga Medical Center• UH Parma Medical Center• UH Foley ElderHealth Center
Among the nation’s leading academic medical centers, University Hospitals Case Medical Center is the primary affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, a nationally recognized leader in medical research and education.
You Know You’re from Cleveland if...
EMPLOYERS, JOB SEEKERS & YOUTH
Though our name is changing, our “commitment to service” to Cuyahoga County residents seeking
employment and training opportunities remainsa “high priority”!
To better assist you, shortly we will roll out a new, easier-to-navigate, more informative website.
The new website address will be: ohiomeansjobs.com/cuyahoga
For assistance, visit one of our locations:Downtown:1020 Bolivar Rd, Cleveland, OH 44115 (216) 664-4673
Parma: 11699 Brookpark Rd, Parma, OH 44130 (216) 898-1366Southgate: 5398-1/2 Northfield Rd, Maple Heights, OH 44137 (216) 518-4954
Westshore: 9830 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 (216) 939-2599
You know what 10 cent beer night is
You know collision bend is not dead mans curve
You recount the stories of The Fumble, The Drive, The Shot,
The Curse and Game 7 by heart
You know someone who was an extra in “The Deer Hunter
and The Avengers”
You own a Michael Stanley Band album
You own a copy of “Major League” on DVD
You know what a buckeye is and you have a recipe for the
candy ones
Red Right
You call it a purse
You partied on the East bank of the Flats
Energy and Excitement at Walking Club Pep Rally at Maple Leaf Elementary School
With the simple idea in mind to promote healthy and active lifestyles among our youngest students, a Walking Club has been created at Maple Leaf Elementary School and which was launched by a spirited Pep Rally today. Physical Education teacher Steve Bodnovich is encouraging 2nd thru 5th graders to walk a total of 26.2 miles, equivalent to the length of a marathon, before the 2nd week of May around the grounds of Maple Leaf Elementary School. Different walking routes have been created for outside and inside walking paths when weather is not suitable.
Best of all, in a collaborative manner, the Cleveland Clinic, Marymount Hospitals and the
Cleveland Metroparks have all joined the effort to encourage our students to walk for physical fitness. These partners have agreed to walk alongside our students, who will be walking 2- 3 times per week, have donated “Activity Bands” to monitor activity levels and provided prizes for students who reach milestones along the way. At the end of the school year, those students who have completed the “Walk a Marathon” challenge will go on a field trip to the Cleveland Metroparks Reservation where they will hike to the Mills Creek Waterfall for a day of active fun!
Congratulations to the Maple Leaf Walking Club for promoting healthy lifestyles among our students
and congratulations on establishing such meaningful relationships with groups in the community.
Kindly send all announcements to
P.O. Box 31244Independence, Ohio 44131
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