Posted by Elizabeth Spaeth on Mar 19, 2024
 
 
This week's speaker was Ron Gold, founder and CEO of LeanOnWe.  In 2011, Ron was hit by a drunken driver who had fallen asleep behind the wheel. That tragic accident nearly cost him his life. From that day forward, Ron needs daily care. Dissatisfied with the healthcare options available to help him navigate this new path, Ron decided to turn his tragedy into a passion for helping others.  He founded LeanOnWe to help simplify the challenges one encounters when searching for reliable home care.
 
Home care is generally considered when a loved one’s health begins to decline, making it challenging for him or her to perform daily tasks or ADLs independently.
There are numerous senior care options to consider. It is critical to understand the pros and cons of each to determine which solution is best for your specific situation.
  • Assisted Living / Memory Support
  • Home care agency
  • Nursing home
  • Adult day care centers
  • Continuing care retirement communities
  • Hire your own
  • LeanOnWe
 
Unlike traditional agencies, LeanOnWe allows users to take control of their homecare needs by providing access to a database of highly vetted and recommended caregivers. This empowers care seekers and their families to personally select an aide that best suits their requirements and preferences. LeanOnWe’s model brings an exciting new home care option to those in need of these types of services.
 
For more information, please call 844-532-6660, Ext. 704, or visit: www.LeanOnWe.com.
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
MID NORTHEAST P.E.T.S.: MARCH 21 - 21, 2024
This event will be held at the Hanover Marriott, 1401 Rt. 10 E Whippany, NJ.
 
CHAMPIONS OF PEACE: APRIL 2, 2024, FROM 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
President Jean Jadevaia's two nominees for the Champions of Peace Award were selected and will be honored at the Fair Lawn Community Center, located at 10 20th Street, Fair Lawn, NJ on April 2, 2024, at 6 PM.  The award winners are:
 
Nancy Labov -- Alumni in Recovery founder and CEO for 25+ years.  Nancy has worked in addiction and psychiatry as a registered nurse and as a certified drug and alcohol counselor since the age of 26. 
 
Kenneth Ehrenberg – Former Paramus Chief of Police from June 2013 through June 2023. He is a 1982 graduate of Paramus High School and is the fourth generation of his family to reside in Paramus.  He graduated from Seton. Hall University School of Law and is a member of NJ and NY Bar Associations.
 
All Rotarians are welcome to attend the award ceremony.  Refreshments will be served.  
 
FELLOWSHIP AT THE ORANGE LANTERN: APRIL 2, 2024, FROM 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
NY Blues Hall of Famer and Fodera Guitar Artist Dave Fields will host an evening of blues, jazz, rock, funk and beyond with a live band at The Orange Lantern, located at 15 E Firehouse Lane, Paramus NJ. 
 
Paramus Rotarian Elizabeth Spaeth, a/k/a Elisa Brown, will sing a few tunes for her fellow Rotarians, so come on out for an evening of music and merry making. it's going to be FUN!
 
HEART SCAN PROGRAM AT PARAMUS HIGH SCHOOL: APRIL 23 - 26, 2024
Save a life through early detection! Free 2D Echocardiogram screenings for grades 9 – 12. Pre-registration Required. Testing takes 25 minutes.
 
DISTRICT CONFERENCE: MAY 2 - 5, 2024
The District Conference for Districts 7490 and 7505, Celebrating Hope and Kindness, will be held at the Seaview Hotel in Galloway, NJ. The Conference cost is $325 per person.
 
DISTRICT DAY OF SERVICE: MAY 18, 2024
Over 30,000 Rotary Clubs from the entire Northeastern United States will be participating in this day of service.  A possible service project in which our club could participate is the Alzheimer’s Walk that will be held at Liberty State Park on May 18th. Please send suggestions for a club service project for this initiative to President Jean Jadevaia at jeanjrotary@gmail.com.
 
GOLF OUTING: MAY 20, 2024
Our annual golf outing will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024, at the Edgewood Country Club located at 449 Rivervale Road, River Vale, NJ.  We need Corporate and Platinum Sponsors, as well as lots of golfers!  Brochures with sponsorship opportunities are now available at each weekly meeting. 
 
For more information, please contact:
Debbie Cibelli at 201-264-6428, dcparamusrotary@outlook.com  or Dr Peter Kantzillieris at 201-723-8385, nextstepchiropractic@gmail.com
 
GREETERS
Please contact Kevin Shanman to sign up to be a greeter!
 
TREX RECYCLING
Please bring your clean plastic to weekly meetings.
 
CASH RAFFLE: JUNE 7, 2024
The Rotary Club 50/50 Cash Raffle will be held at the Paramus Elk's Club on June 7, 2024, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.  The cost of a ticket is $100. Contact Barry Fowler (201) 818-7350 if you would like to purchase a ticket(s). This fun event includes an open bar and a delicious buffet catered by Seasons.
 
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BOARD MEETING: MARCH 18, 2024, AT 6:30 PM
Our next Board meeting will be held on March 18th at the Cornerstone in Hillsdale, NJ.  All Rotarians are welcome to attend.