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Scudder and CSI Rent

By on July 20, 2013 in Company News, CSI News

CSI SCs are invited to use the Scudder fund, with the exception of using it for member’s rent. CSI has requested that we not use this fund for member rent, because (1) we cannot do it for all members and (2) it may be perceived by members of Hannan and CSI being related.

However, if a member is at risk of eviction due to a precipitating event that caused them to fall behind on rent, you may be able to consider other items in their budget that Scudder can assist with.

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7/18/2013 Conference Call Notes

By on July 19, 2013 in Company News, Conference call notes, CSI News, Hannan News, PVM News, Resources

We had a very suscinct and informative conference call yesterday. Thank you for all who attended and participated in the discussions. Of cource it was optional but in attendance were Brenda, Cheryl, Rachel, Adrienne, Alexa, Andrea, Crystal, Diane Crawford, Emily, Karen, Kari, Jackie, Judy, Lindsay, Yours Truly, Maryanette, Puffer, Trudy, and Victoria.

CSI update provided by Rachel was that Microsoft Office 2010 will be installed this weekend (7/20/2013) on all Hannan systems. Users must be logged out of ALL software prior to the installation. There will be an optional training following the conference call next week on Thursday 7/25/2013. The call will run as normal from 12:30 – 1:30 and the training will follow immediately from 1:30 – 2:30 with NpServ staying on after to assist with any questions.

PVM uptdate provided by Brenda was that HUD has approved budget grants at two new PVM buildings. Sage Grove in Kalamazoo and Hillside in Harbor Springs. It’s no secret that Brenda is looking forward to direct supervision visits up north 🙂

Crystal asked about dental resources for low income/Medicaid eligible residents. Several call participants offered suggestions. Among the suggestions are the Tri-County Dental Health Council, contacting the AAA in your area for assistance, Victoria has a list of resources for Wayne Co. that she will post to the SCoop, or exploring options at the area dental schools.

Finally, Cheryl was on hand to give an overview of the Scudder and the American House funds. A big thanks goes out to Monika, who offered to assist Cheryl in getting all information posted to SCoop. Basic information relayed on the programs are that they are funds of last resort and are both available to all PVM or CSI SCs. Both programs are only available to residents living in the tri-county region of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Scudder funds are available to individuals 60 and up and American House funds are available to those 65 and up. To obtain funds, SC and individual must demonstrate that the funds will be used for special/emergency needs and that the fix will be sustainable. Scudder funds can be up to $300/individual/calendar year and American House funds can be up to $2000/individual/calendar year, however where there can be 6 – 8 grants of Scudder available per month, there is only about $5,500 American House funds available per year. Some examples of different funding opportunities for Scudder are a bed, fresh food box, or in conjuction with other sources, helping to paydown a utility bill in shutoff status. American House fund examples include durable medical equipment i.e. a hospital bed, a utility bill not in shutoff status, or car repairs. American House also requires that grant recipients provide a current photo for American House to use in their program marketing. Hannan is the gatekeeper on both programs and any questions can be directed to Cheryl Bukoff in the Zena Baum Service Center at extension 20. The Scudder application form is available on the shared drive and doubles as the application for American House funds.

Thanks again to those that participated in the call yesterday and hope everyone is able to get out and practice a little self care this weekend.
Cheers!

 

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Scudder Fund

By on May 29, 2012 in Emergency Funds, Financial, Resources

Luella Hannan Memorial Foundation Scudder Fund Guidelines for Assistance – 2011

Eligibility for Funding:

  1. Client must be 60 years of age or older and live in the tri-county area (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb) with special emphasis on the city of Detroit, Highland Park and Hamtramck.
  1. Client has a special and/or emergency need, the cost of which cannot be covered by another source of funding.  The Scudder contribution may be used in combination with other sources of funding to meet the cost of need.  In this case, the approved Scudder amount will be paid  upon the receipt of  documentation of other contributions.  (copies of checks, approvals of payment by DHS, etc.)
  1. There is a $300 annual limit per individual for goods or services.  Each case will be determined on its merits.  The annual eligibility will be based on the calendar date of each application.  Payments are made directly to the vendor of service.

Application Process:

  1. Provider organizations invited by the Foundation to participate (participating provider), may submit an application on behalf of any eligible person who they believe needs the assistance of the fund.
  1. All applications must be made on the approved form (dated 2010) and include complete documentation of need, a written bill for the goods or services requested and mailing address for vendor. Mail to the Baum Senior Service Center, 4750 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48201, or fax to 313.832.4710 or 313-833-1710.
  1. The referring provider  will be notified by email by Hannan staff within 5 days of receipt of referral as to the disposition of the request and  the approximate time the check will be mailed.  The provider is responsible for notifying the vendor regarding delivery of goods or services. If the check is not to be mailed to vendor, provider must give specific instruction as to the check being picked up or mailed to another address.  If additional information or documentation is needed  the provider will be contacted either by email or phone.   Be sure your email address is on the application. 
  1. An advisory group of  participating providers meets  twice a year or as needed to share concerns, information and discuss issues pertinent to the fund and its operation.

Operation of the Scudder Fund:

  1. The Hannan Board of Trustees has delegated to the Program Committee of the Board administration and oversight of the Scudder Fund.
  1. The Program Committee designates the responsibility for day to day administration and disposition of referrals for assistance to Hannan staff.
  1. A monthly report on applications submitted and their disposition will be maintained.  A report will be submitted to the Program Committee of the Board of Trustees quarterly.  The Committee will report to the Board of Trustees on a regular basis.

Recipient must not be an employee (or immediate family member of employee) of the Hannan Foundation or employee (or immediate family member) of  a collaborating Scudder partner agency making the referral.

Grants should not be awarded to pay debt for discretionary spending.  The nature of how the debt was incurred and the likelihood that it will recur should be reviewed.  The ability to impact life by making a payment should be the over riding consideration.

Scudder application 2010 Am House rev. 1-2012

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