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A Great Year to Celebrate Fifty years ago, the founders of Talbert House believed that people would have a greater chance of success when treated in the community rather than institutional settings, a philosophy taught by Dr. Ernest Talbert at the University of Cincinnati during the early 20th Century. They believed people would be more successful if they stayed connected to their families, work, and community. They believed in second chances. Through the years, Talbert House evolved to meet the changing needs of clients, their families, and the community. But those core beliefs have remained. Today, the agency operates in five service lines with a continuum of care to meet the complex issues. These quality Pictured: services are designed to create lasting change in Dr. Ernest Talbert people’s lives.

Phone: (513) 751-7747 www.talberthouse.org

EXECUTIVE OFFICE 2600 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45206-1171

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IN THIS ISSUE

CELEBRATE DAD IN JUNE Fatherhood Luncheon

PAGE 1 Youth Employment

Thursday, June 2 - Hyatt Regency

Fatherhood Community Event Sunday, June 19 - Sawyer Point

P R E V E N T I O N

A S S E S S M E N T

PAGE 2 Events and Awardees PAGE 3 New Board Members

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NEWS BRIEFS OSCAR BEDOLLA, Cincinnati’s Director of Development toured construction of Parkway Apartments in September. CONGRATULATIONS to the September graduates of Hamilton Co. Drug Court and the November dads of the Fatherhood Project’s Fall class. SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE ROSENBERGER toured Wilmington Outpatient in October. THANK YOU to all who joined us at the Butler Co. NAMI Walk in October. OHIO COMMISSION ON FATHERHOOD awarded $1.8M over five years to help new and low-income fathers. THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the holiday giving drive to brighten the holidays for our clients. OMHAS awarded $150K to Hamilton Co. partners to reduce untreated mental illness/substance use disorders in jails.

Thiving Youth & Healthy Minds YOUTH PROSPER THROUGH SUMMER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM In May 2015, Talbert House served as the lead agency for the Hamilton County Summer Youth Employment Program, a collaboration of several agencies providing services to eligible youth referred by Hamilton County Department of Job & Family Services. Between June and October, the Summer Youth Employment Program served 810 youth ages 1424, and over 200 local employers invested nearly $1.1 million dollars in wages paid to these young people. As a result of their employment, 34 youth directly obtained permanent employment and several others acquired permanent employment through their connection with the program. At the conclusion of the Summer Youth Employment Program, youth were given an opportunity to attend job readiness workshops focused on resumes, soft skills, interviewing, and professional dress. The workshops culminated with a hiring event featuring a variety of employers. The hiring event was a success with 46 interviews conducted and 23 young adults offered positions. Partners of the Summer Youth Employment Program included Easter Seals Tristate, The Greater Cincinnati Urban League, Cincinnati Community Action Agency, and Ohio Means Jobs.

BROWN COUNTY FOCUS ON OPIATE EPIDEMIC Talbert House provides a wide array of services to the residents of Brown County that include substance use and mental health prevention and treatment services to youth and adults. Services are provided in the schools, community and in an outpatient office setting. These services are funded through the Brown County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board as well as the United Way of Greater Cincinnati. Most recently, Interact for Health provided funding to Talbert House to coordinate the Coalition for a Drug Free Brown County with an emphasis on developing a plan to address the opioid epidemic. Community meetings have provided guidance and input for the work. Committees have been formed: Prevention, Assessment/Treatment, Harm Reduction, and Supply Reduction. Anyone interested in participating in the Coalition or who need additional information for services may call 937-378-4811.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Talbert House Annual Luncheon

James C. Leonard, CPA

In September, Talbert House celebrated the achievements of the past year and honored historical relationships with the Talbert Family, Dr. Emil Dansker, as well as Hebrew Union College, Presbytery of Cincinnati, and Archdiocese of Cincinnati at its annual luncheon, presented by Fifth Third Bank. This year’s event gathered nearly 300 corporate supporters, government leaders, agency partners, and friends. Talbert House announced its community impact of serving over 37,500 registered clients and an additional 28,000 through prevention services.

CHAIR

Glenda Cousins VICE CHAIR

Cathy T. Crain, J.D. VICE CHAIR/TREASURER

David Hoguet VICE CHAIR

Sourushe Zandvakili, PhD SECRETARY

Paul M. Brunner PAST CHAIR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Stephanie P. Gaither Fred Joffe, PhD John I. Silverman Ann Marie Tracey, J.D.

The Talbert Family received the Ernest Talbert Award, for whom the agency is named.

Dr. Dansker, who signed the agency’s Articles of Incorporation, received the Agnes Seasongood Award.

The three religious organizations that provided the agency’s first budget in 1965 received the Community Service Award.

MEMBERS

Mark Addy Thomas Beridon, Esq. Richard Bodner Shawn Butler Frank D. Chaiken, Esq. James J. Chalfie, Esq. Cherryl Christensen, D.O. Andrew D. Ciafardini Bryan C. Dunn Carol B. Goodman Barbara Gould Michael J. Harmon, Esq. Gregory Hoernschemeyer Thomas C. Kilcoyne, Esq. Chase M. Kohn Paul Laufman Gwendolyn L. McFarlin Robert B. Meacham Elle Morris Robert A. Moskowitz Matt Nealon Haluk G. Nural David A. Pepper, Esq. Alan Piker Pamela W. Popp, Esq. Kathy A. Rogers Julie Shifman, Esq. E. B. Silberstein, M.D. Alex Triantafilou, Esq. Regina Troxell, PhD Mark A. Vander Laan, Esq. Richard Weiland Gwendolyn J. Wilder Barry Willison Neil F. Tilow

PRESIDENT/CEO

The 2015 Annual Report is available online at www.talberthouse.org/news/newsletters-3

21st Century Society Luncheon The Foundation for Talbert House hosted its annual luncheon in September to celebrate and thank 42 members for their generous commitment to the agency’s future. The Cohen, Holt, Shifman, and Michelman families were honored for their vision of providing permanent supportive housing to young women with a history of domestic violence and trauma through the establishment of The Freeda Kay House. Be a part of the future of Talbert House by making a donation at www.talberthouse.org/donate

Employee of the Year Talbert House recognized the hard work and dedication of its employees, volunteers, and board members at the annual appreciation celebration in December. Among nearly 900 employees, Eric Neefus was honored as the 2015 Employee of the Year for his dedication to providing care that leads to positive outcomes for his clients, their families, and the community. For 12 years Eric has provided quality care to Talbert House clients coping with mental health issues. He is a valued Case Manager who Eric Neefus with Brad interacts professionally with McMonigle, Vice President adults who have complex needs and require a high level of assistance. He has a unique way of calmly managing emotions and helping clients that builds their trust. Eric is an advocate for those he serves. Also recognized as Outstanding Employees of 2015 were Kelly Beck, Nathan Pubentz, Erika Rakel, Natalie Williams, Neil Tilow with Outstanding Employee Awardees and Lois Wright. Natalie Williams, Nathan Pubentz, and Erika Rakel.

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Talbert House Ambassadors

STAFF & BOARD HIGHLIGHTS

The Ambassadors hosted its second trivia night in September at Christian Moerlein’s taproom. The young professionals combined the evening of socializing and competition with a personal care item collection.

CONGRATULATIONS

The Ambassadors teamed up with BKD and Graydon Head & Ritchey in October for a networking event and book drive. Thanks to generous sponsorship from the companies and O’Bryon’s Bar & Grill, a group of 30 YPs attended and collected hundreds of books for Adopt a Book and Talbert House. See upcoming events and join the Ambassadors email list at www.talberthouse.org/getinvolved.

Mary Ann Pope of Human Resources was recognized as a national finalist for Definity’s Fearless Frontline Leader Award.

WELCOME Talbert House Board of Trustees welcomes three new members:

Mark Addy, former chair of Talbert House’s Fatherhood Celebration Luncheon, Paul Laufman,Talbert House Ambassador Board Chair, and Matt Nealon.

Margaret Talbert, daughter of Ernest Talbert whom the agency is named after, celebrated her 100th birthday.

Bowling for the Brave, a fundraising event held in August raised $9,000 for Parkway Center to support local veterans.

GENEROUS FOUNDATIONS Deaconess Associations Foundation $284,400 for Primary Care Services

Thank You, Volunteers!

L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation $100,000 for Camp Possible Jacob G. Schmidlapp Trust $100,000 for Parkway Apartments

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Foster & Motley

Mt. Orab Church of Christ

Robert H. Reakirt Foundation $50,000 for Camp Possible Interact for Health $20,000 for the Nonprofit Leadership Institute of Greater Cincinnati

The Sutphin Family Foundation $15,000 for Camp Possible Mount St. Joseph Psychology Club

Mercy Health Business Intelligence Unit

ITW-Vortec

Learn about volunteer opportunities at www.talberthouse.org/getinvolved.

Jack J. Smith Jr. Charitable Trust $15,000 for Camp Possible

50 years

Celebrating

50 th Anniversary Celebration Gala | Hyatt Regency Cincinnati | November 7, 2015

Over 540 guests attended the gala Chaired by John Silverman Presented by • Harold C. Schott Foundation • Jacob G. Schmidlapp Trusts, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee • Nancy & John Silverman • Robert H. Reakirt Foundation, PNC Bank, Trustee And raised more than $600,000 for Camp Possible!

50 years

Celebrating

50 th Anniversary After Party | Horseshoe Casino Cincinnati | November 7, 2015 GALA SPONSORS & HOSTS: Williams Foundation • Robert & Chantal Lach Foundation • The Shifman Family •

Huntington Bank • The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr./U.S. Bank Foundation • Jenny & Allan Berliant • Miriam Stern Foundation • Richard Weiland • Jack J. Smith, Jr. Charitable Trust, PNC Bank and Karen B. Wach, Co-Trustees • Western & Southern Financial Group • Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing • Barbara Gould • Hutcheson Homecare • Fifth Third Bank • Eileen & Jim Chalfie • Jennifer & Steven Hemberger • Sally & Neil Tilow • Cincy Magazine • Cincinnati Business Courier • LPK • Paycor • Oswald Companies • Kelly & Mark Addy • Amy & Tom Bentley • Laura & Paul Brunner • Mary & Frank Chaiken • Clark Schaefer Hackett • Cathy & Tom Crain • The Devine Group • Julie & Bryan Dunn • Moira Gettens & Tom Compton • Carol Goodman & John Simmons • Karen & David Hoguet • Ruth & Fred Joffe • Jennifer & Jamie Leonard • Leslie & Redmond McNeill • Alan Piker • Quadrant Partners • Kathy & Greg Rogers • Jackie & Ted Silberstein • Susan & Scott Stegman and Carol & Peter Baden • Ann Marie Tracey & Daniel Buckley • Barbara & Mark Vander Laan

AFTER PARTY SPONSORS & HOSTS: First Financial

Bank • Fifth Third Bank • PsychPros, Inc. • Graydon Head & Ritchey LLP • Mercer • Reminger Co., LPA • Robbins Kelly Patterson & Tucker • School Outfitters • Blue Sky Marketing Group • Commerce Bank • Commonwealth, Inc. • Laufman & Napolitano LLC • Liberty Mutual Insurance • USI Insurance Services • UC Health • DJ Guinness • Kelly Blackburn • Tom Compton • Anna Coutts • Frank Dix • Caroline Dunn • Matthew T. Ernst • David Gardner • Emily Gilbride • Kelsey Keiner • Julie Krause • Adam Morton • Adam Pulskamp • Colleen Reynolds • Kim Schutte • Jay Shifman • Brandon Sontag

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