I have received the sad news that Seabreeze florist has closed their store
front.
They are still in business, and they can be reached at 252.305.8575.
If you are looking for beautiful floral arrangements, and terrific service
give Seabreeze florist a call.
252.305.8575
I assure you, you will not be disappointed.
Angelo Sonnesso
Music for all occasions
Vocals and Keyboards
From rock to Bach
(252 202-1190
toll-free (866) 269-1380
angelo@angelomusic.com
Are you the primary caregiver for a loved one?
If so, you know that it isn't easy to make time for
yourself. Especially if you find it difficult to admit that
you need help or even to consider allowing some one
else to care for your beloved family member. At GEM
Respite Services we understand the challenge of
juggling caregiving, work, family, friends and other
important aspects of daily life. We know that "burnout"
is a very real result of not having time to focus on
yourself.
We like to think of ourselves as your partner in
caregiving. Our goal is to give you the opportunity to
take a break from the demands of your role in order
to relieve stress, restore energy and achieve balance in
your daily life. It is proven that a respite will make you
a better caregiver which in turn will give you and your
loved one a better quality of life. We're dedicated to
providing you with training, support and encourage-
ment to ensure your success as the primary caregiver.
We encourage you to visit us so you can view first
hand the love and dedication of our staff and the
benefits of our program for the participants. Our
services begin at 10:30 am and conclude at 3:30 pm.
(Tues. Thurs.) We are located at The Dream Center,
205 E. Baltic Ave. (MM 11.5), Nags Head.
Contact Gail Sonnesso at 252.480.3354 for more
information on enrollment, fees and financial
assistance.
With GEM Adult Respite Services
The GEM Center
The GEM Center is a specialized non-profit,
on the Outer Banks, that provides day services
for people with dementia. Located at The
Dream Center in Nags Head, we focus on
activity as a meaningful occupation in the lives
of those with memory loss or other cognitive
impairments. Our specially-trained caregivers
create a home-like atmosphere with daily
activities that promote stimulation, recreation,
and companionship for our participants.
Delivering Expert Dementia
Care, Education and Support
GEM RESPITE SERVICES, INC. · TEL: 252.480.3354 · FAX : 252.480.0359 ·
E-MAIL: GSONNESSO@GMAIL.COM
http://www.gemdayservices.org
"We want you know how pleased and excited we are about GEM. Since we
enrolled our father, Francis Rogallo, we've seen a marked improvement
in his personality, and we attribute this welcome change to your
marvelous program." Bunny Rogallo Samuels and Carol Rogallo
Open Tuesday Thursday from
10:30 am 3:30 pm
Located at The Dream Center
MM: 11.5
205 E. Baltic Street
Nags Head
Drop-Ins are welcome
Directions from the North:
Traveling south on 158, make a left
at the Barnes St. light by East
Carolina Bank (ACE Hardware is
across the highway on the other
corner.) Go two blocks and make a
left on Memorial Dr. Proceed 1.5
blocks and make a left into the
parking lot of The Dream Center.
Go in the main entrance and we are
directly to your right.
Directions from the South:
Traveling from the south on 158,
make a right at the Barnes St.
light by East Carolina Bank (ACE
Hardware is across the highway on
the other corner.) Go two blocks
and make a left on Memorial Dr.
Proceed 1.5 blocks and make a left
into the parking lot of The Dream
Center. Go in the main entrance
and we are directly to your right.
GEM Respite Services, Inc.
GEM RESPITE SERVICES · TEL: 252.480.3354 · FAX : 252.480.0359 · E-MAIL:
GSONNESSO@GMAIL.COM
http://www.gemdayservices.org
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 13th, 7-9pm at All Saints' in the
Gathering Space. GEM will be presenting Harmony Café which will feature
headliners Jerry Cook and "Musicmakers of the Outer Banks", Angelo Sonnesso
will sing "Danny Boy", and other songs. We welcome people to participate in
our open MIC -share your talents.
All this great entertainment for $5 including endless Coffee, select teas,
and delightful homemade cakes and other treats. Enjoy a night out and
support GEM adult Day Services, Inc. and the Nags Head Lions Club at the
same time. Call Gail Sonnesso at 480-3354 for more information.
email Gail at gailesonnesso@gemdayservices.org
Mark your calendar for March 18th! Come and join in a St. Patrick's
celebration with the participants at GEM. The fun will begin at noon and
conclude by 3:30pm
at the GEM location. Call, or email Gail Sonnesso at 480-3354
gailesonnesso@gemdayservices.org
for more information. http://www.gemdayservices.org
What is the difference between a non-profit and a for-profit?
©GEM Adult Day Services Inc.
By Gail Sonnesso Jan 16, 2009
"The word "nonprofit" refers to a type of Corporation-- one which is
organized under rules that forbid the distribution of profits to
owners."Profit" in this context is a relatively technical accounting term,
related to but not identical with the notion of a surplus of revenues over
expenditures" If there is any "surplus" this in put back into to the
non-profit and not dispersed to the company employees."* However, nonprofit
corporations have to be financially successful, if they are to fulfill
commitments to providing services to the community.
GEM Adult Day Services is a registered 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) charitable
corporation. Donations to 501 c 3 corporations have the highest tax benefits
allowed under federal law. As such, GEM is required to send out a gift
acknowledgement or tax letter with our federal tax ID and acknowledging
particulars of each gift received. Nonprofit corporations are accountable to
the public and must now file annual Form 990 reports with the IRS.
GEM is governed by a Board of Directors that employs staff to deliver
quality services to those with dementia. Yes, GEM does charge for the
services it provides. Excellent dementia care requires a staff with a high
degree of training and expertise. GEM provides those services to our
families at a fee much lower than what the actual cost is to provide the
service. This is possible because of our generous Outer Banks Community,
donations and access to grants.
Tax-exempt nonprofit organizations can, and do, operate in all other
particulars like any other sort of business. They have bank accounts; own
productive assets of all kinds; receive income from sales and other forms of
activity, including donations and grants if they are successful at finding
that sort of support; make and hold passive investments; employ staff; enter
into contracts of all sorts; etc. *
GEM provides care for people with dementia and this is considered by our
current healthcare system as "Custodial Care" and is not recognized as a
"Covered Health Care Need." In our current medical system if one doesn't
need on-going medical services there is NO financial support for either
families or GEM for providing this care!
Nursing homes, assisted living centers, companies providing in-home may be,
"For Profit" organizations that allow the distribution of profits to owners
and shareholders at the full discretion of the owners. For Profit
corporations operate under IRS guidelines as a business and file annual tax
statements.
Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code lists several circumstances under
which corporations [or unincorporated nonprofits!] are exempt from these
taxes. Section 501(c)(3) -- the famous one -- describes [nonprofit!] (1)
Serving charitable, religious, scientific or educational purposes (2) no
part of the income of which "inures to the benefit of" anyone. *
There are some specialized tax rules and accounting practices that apply to
nonprofit organizations. If they are of a certain size, they are required to
disclose many details of their operations to the general public and to state
regulators and watchdog agencies using IRS form 990. This form shows any
salaries paid to officers or directors [for incorporated nonprofits!] and to
the five highest-paid employees and contracts if any receive over $150,000
in the tax year. The form also requires the organization to divide its
expenses into "functional categories" -- program, administration and
fund-raising -- and report the totals for each along with the amounts
expended on each program activity.* The 990 reports are public documents and
can be located at the IRS website and by going to www.guidestar.org.
Basic Overview of Nonprofit Organizations *The underlined sections of this
article were written by Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD, Authenticity Consulting,
LLC. Copyright 1997-2008.
Adapted from the Field Guide to Leadership and Supervision.
GEM Respite Services, Inc.
PO Box 3601, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
His Dream Center, 205 Baltic St. Nags Head
"Celebrating Life Every Day"
PH: 252.480.3354 * Fax: 480.0359
"GEM Delivers with Love and Expertise Dementia Care Education and Support"
GEM is a community based non-profit serving the needs of older adults and
their families. We specialize in providing restorative dementia care. We
also provide care for people who are at risk if left alone and all that
would benefit from socialization with peers.
These are four of the programs we provide for our community:
*The GEM Center located in Nags Head, provides 20 hours of therapeutic
respite a week. Benefiting both the person with dementia and their family.
*Outer Banks Caregivers Education and Support Group - provides programs of
interest to caregiver's. Meets the second Thursday at 11am a His Dream
Center.
*Dementia Education - We have developed "Caring Effectively" & "ALZ 101"
providing an overall view of dementia and strategies for providing the "Best
Care" for people with dementia. We are available to provide this class to
individuals, students, agencies and family caregivers.
*GEM offers a "Therapeutic Work Environment" for Dare Counties disabled and
at risk students. We have partnered with the schools to assist students in
the transition from school to work for over 4 years. We are now working with
"Teen Court" and "Project Rebound."
GEM is the "Missing Link" in the chain of care for a person with dementia
and their families.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disease and a person can live 4-20
years with the disease. Supports for people in the mid-stage of the disease
are few because at this time the care is considered "Custodial" meaning NOT
requiring medical care or more precisely not eligible for financial support
from insurance. This "donut hole" in our healthcare system leaves the 5
million caregivers in the USA without support.
We at GEM address the human spirit that exists in people despite disability,
recognizing that being clean and fed does not come close to providing the
quality of life we all desire. Laughter, friendships, and something to look
forward to each day is what we provide at GEM as we "Celebrate Life Every
Day."
Gail E. Sonnesso, MS
Gail received her graduate degree in Rehabilitation Studies from East
Carolina University in 1997. She is the founder and executive director of
GEM Respite Care. The program has been providing day time care for older
adults since 2001.
