“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 [email protected] [email protected]
Debbie Lapp Diana Foland Director of Resource Coordination and Development Fund Development Director (970) 266-5315 (970) 266-5316 [email protected] [email protected]
Erin Eulenfeld Jamie Martin Director of Community Services and Supports Executive Office Manager (970) 266-5347 (970) 266-5304 [email protected] [email protected]
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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WAITING LIST INFORMATION
2008 2009 % change
Family Support Services (Only) 85 120 +29%
Comprehensive Services 25 33 +24%
Supported Living Services 74 110 +33%
Safety Net or Out of State 51 51 0%
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 [email protected]. 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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