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Dec 06, 2020 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Dec 06, 2020 6:00 PM - 7:07 PM
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Dec 15, 2020 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Meeting Host Crystal Hale. Speaker: Alisha Vines, DirectorOffice on YouthMission StatementTo prevent juvenile delinquency and promote positive youth development. About UsThe Orange County Office on Youth has been in existence since 1987, serving the youth of Orange County. Our focus is to enhance the quality of life for our youth and families by effectively addressing youth concerns, assessing needs for services, increasing community collaboration, and assisting in establishing and/or offering programs for positive youth development. The Office on Youth is administered by the Orange County Administrator and Board of Supervisors. In addition, the office works with the Orange Youth Commission, an appointed eleven (11) member advisory board, to address the needs of the youth within our community. A number of programs are offered each year, including, but not limited to, the Virginia Children’s Services Act, three (3) school age child care programs, and Michael’s Gift. Please browse our site for more information on individual programs.
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Dec 20, 2020 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Dec 22, 2020 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Board Meeting via RingCentral Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/9410239803 |
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Jan 05, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Hi Rotarians, We are delighted to have Orange County's Triad Coordinator Ron Kesner as our first guest speaker of 2021. For a bit of background, here is a clip from the Orange County Review, May 31, 2019:
Kesner, a longtime law enforcement officer, is the new TRIAD coordinator for the sheriff’s office. TRIAD is a partnership between local law enforcement, senior service providers and senior citizens that aims to reduce the criminal victimization of the elderly. By working together, seniors benefit from regular contact with service providers and law enforcement officers who can help them meet a range of needs, including safety. Kesner brings 37 years of law enforcement experience to the coordinator’s role, which traditionally had been filled by a civilian. “As a certified officer, that brings a new dimension,” he explained. “When I’m out speaking to groups or meeting with people, I’m not just representing TRIAD, but the sheriff’s office. If someone has a law enforcement question, I can answer it. I don’t have to go back and ask someone.” While the role is new to Kesner, community outreach and working with older citizens are not. During his time in the Albemarle County Police Department, Kesner participated in a community policing initiative where his church’s bluegrass band would perform for local senior groups. “We’d go play music for a while, and then I’d give a talk on a safety topic,” he said. “Then, we’d wrap up with more music. It was great.” As for his plans for the Orange program, Kesner cited the traditional offerings TRIAD has provided for local seniors: “file of life” kits, Project Lifesaver, emergency preparedness and Guardian Alert 911 pendants, among others. “The Project Lifesaver program is very important,” he said, “as it helps track those with dementia and Alzheimer’s or who otherwise are at-risk to wander away from home.” Those likely to wander have transmitters that send signals allowing deputies to find them before they come to harm. The transmitters cost $375 apiece and are funded through donations to the program, Kesner said. Still, he noted, anyone who needs one can get one—regardless of the capacity to pay. The Guardian Alert pendants help those with health issues, many who live alone. Participants are issued a pendant kit that helps those who fall or otherwise need assistance contact 911 immediately. The kit includes extra batteries and a real estate lock on the home where emergency service officials can access the participant’s home if the doors are locked. “Anyone who needs this equipment will get it,” Kesner assured. “We ask participants to make a donation to help cover the costs, but if they can’t we will still get it for them. Sheriff [Mark] Amos feels this is too important for the safety of our citizens and doesn’t want ability to pay to stand in the way of it. That being said, we still appreciate any and all donations.” Those are the plans that are in place, but what’s next for the program? Kesner has two initiatives he’s working on. “I look over the call sheet dispatch sends out and look to see if any involve senior citizens,” he said. “Depending on the nature of the call, I consider whether or not it would need a follow-up.” Patrol deputies are busy, he noted, and may not have time to zero in on some of the unseen issues senior citizens may be facing. That’s where Kesner can help. He can circle back to the citizens who called and determine whether or not he should contact social services or another agency or provider to address any issues he may find. Another new offering of the program, he said, will be crime prevention surveys. Senior citizens can call him to assess the safety of their homes. “I’ll do a security survey of their residence to determine what they might do to make it safer,” he said. “It could be installing lights, trimming bushes and hedges or adding locks. I’ll be looking for ways they can crime-proof their homes. In the meantime, he’s offering to speak to any organization interested in learning more about TRIAD, scams, fraud, senior safety or crime prevention. “We want to reach out to all areas of the county—not just the population centers,” he said. “We want to be out in the community.” In addition to the programmatic message, Kesner also believes he has a personal message to share. “I’ve been through a lot of these issues with my own mother and father,” he said. “I know what families are facing and believe I can help guide them through my own experience. There are a lot of families out there with a range of circumstances. We’re here to help those families and their aging members in any way we can. Don’t be afraid to call.”
Deputy Ron Kesner can be reached at the TRIAD office at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office at 672-1536. His email is rkesner@orangecountyva.gov
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Jan 19, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Jan 26, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/9410239803 For the best audio experience, please use computer audio. |
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Feb 02, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Rapidan Fish Passage Project Update Jeff Waldon, Director of the Rapidan Institute, will describe efforts by the newly formed Rapidan Partnership to address fish passage problems at Rapidan, VA. The dam at Rapidan was installed in the 1930's and since then several migratory fish populations have been unable to traverse the dam and gain access to breeding habitat upstream. An evaluation is underway to determine what modifications would be required to improve fish passage. The existing fish ladder is unsuitable for shad, herring, and striper, and those species have been detected below the dam, but not above the dam. The dam requires maintenance and represents a potential hazard to boaters and fishermen. Next steps are to evaluate the various components of the dam and the pool behind the dam and come up with a plan in 2021 for modifications in 2022. A Virtual Club Program presented by David Laylin. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/9410239803 For the best audio experience, please use computer audio.
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Feb 16, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
If you ever worked for LOVE OUTREACH FOOD PANTRY then you know the great work they do for our community, 52 weeks a year, year after year. If you have not worked there then this Virtual Rotary Event is for you! Join us this Tuesday, February 16th at 8am to learn about the dedication, coordination, and LOVE OUTREACH required to keep this important Orange County service running - you'll never take a food pantry for granted again! To join from your phone, pad or computer simply click on this link then click the Event Link on the left of the page for the Video Conference. You will be prompted to download the teleconferencing software which might take up to a couple of minutes. Please enter your full name when prompted.
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Mar 02, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Mar 15, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Scholarship Committee Meeting Hi there, Topic: Cal Ewing's RingCentral Meeting Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/9410239803 Or iPhone one-tap :
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Mar 16, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Rotarian and Supertintendent of Orange County Public Schools Dr. Cecil Snead writes: |
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Mar 18, 2021 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Apr 20, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Please join us for our next virtual program on Tuesday, April 20, 8:00am. Orange County Chamber of Commerce President Donna Waugh Robinson and Executive Director Deanne Marshall will fill us in on how the Chamber fared last year and plans for 2021. https://www.orangevachamber.com/ |
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May 04, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Shari Landry, President, Culpeper Wellness Foundation, will give us an overview of her foundation and an update on its new relationshp with the Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic. Orange County Review, February 25, 2021: "A local healthcare provider in Orange County finalized a significant shift in management at the end of January as it begins the next chapter in its decade-long history. The Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic (PRDC) has transferred its assets into the care of the Culpeper Wellness Foundation (CWF), a nonprofit organization who’s stated mission is to “improve health and promote wellness in Culpeper, Madison and Orange counties.” " Click link to read full article.
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May 18, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Virtually tour the Orange County Free Clinic with Executive Director Dorren Brown with Rotarian Barry Barr https://www.orangecountyfreeclinic.org/home/about-the-clinic/ |
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Jun 01, 2021 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
This will be Orange Rotary Club’s first ever HYBRID meeting (IN PERSON at Orange County Airport AND virtual) with guest speaker O’Brian Martin. When we first invited Orange County High School senior O’Brian Martin to talk to us about OCHS’ DECA* program, it was in his capacity as Chapter Advisor. At that time, O’Brian was intensely campaigning for the office of DECA Inc. International High School Division Executive President, a position that serves all 225,000 members and directs the future of the organization for the upcoming year. This month, he won. SOURCE: https://www.ocss-va.org/2021/05/13/ochs-student-elected-deca-high-school-division-executive-president/ "Please join the OCHS community in congratulating O’Brian Martin, who was elected as DECA High School Division Executive President at the International Conference closing session held on 5/12/2021. O’Brian secured over 51% of the votes from around the country, beating out 2 very qualified candidates from Washington and Massachusetts. "O’Brian is the first DECA Executive President to hail from Virginia since 1952. In order to even qualify as a candidate, O’Brian had to first secure the endorsement of the Virginia Board of Trustees, completing a detailed application and interview. He also had to pass a national DECA exam, complete an interview with the National Board of DECA, complete a virtual Q & A with the other candidates, campaign virtually, all while developing a website, media package, social media campaign strategy, and more! It has been a long, arduous process beginning in August and culminating with the win on 5/12/2021." *DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. It has 59 chartered associations (50 states + 9 countries) |