Klingberg Vice President Honored
Joe Milke, Klingberg Family Centers’ Vice President of Finance and Administration, was recently nominated for recognition as the ‘Hartford Business Journal — CFO of the Year 2011’. Pia Brown of Ovation Benefits Group, which serves as KFC employee benefits broker, nominated Joe, based on her respect and appreciation for his great work: “I have worked with Joe for almost two years on the employee benefit plan strategy (design and cost). He is thoughtful and comprehensive in the application of the changes to plans in order to achieve the best balance of cost and coverage for his employees, and in staying true to the mission of Klingberg Family Centers. Joe has guided his organization through some tough financial times due to state funding cuts, and has been instrumental in the development of a new program to help children/families with special needs.” Always optimistic and encouraging, Joe has had the admiration of his coworkers at KFC for many years. Now we can all celebrate with him as he is recognized throughout Greater Hartford for his tremendous contributions to Klingberg Family Centers and our cherished clients. Congratulations Joe.
DCF And Klingberg Family Centers Launch Joint Initiative
DCF Commissioner Joette Katz said this step is one of many toward achieving the goals outlined in the Department’s August 2011 report Congregate Care Rightsizing and Redesign. In that report, DCF outlined a plan to reduce utilization of highly structured and more costly residential treatment placements in favor of increased supports for families and expanded use of foster and adoptive family resources, especially with relatives.
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KFC Staff Run in Thanksgivng Day Road Race
Steven Girelli, PhD, President of Klingberg Family Centers [KFC], led a team of runners in the 2011 Malibu Fitness Farmington 5K Road Race, on Thanksgiving morning. This was the 7th year that Jack Banks, owner of Malibu Fitness, has organized the event as a fundraiser for the benefit of select local non-profits, and the 4th year that KFC will be a beneficiary. Mr. Banks estimates that the proceeds for KFC this year may be as high as $5000!
Senator Blumenthal Visits Klingberg
Sen. Richard Blumenthal visited Klingberg Family Centers to meet with Klingberg President Steve Girelli and tour several programs. The main purpose of his visit was to see the fine work we do, especially the Webster House, which relates to his interest in the interface between physical health and mental health. The Senator spent a great deal of time talking with the adolescent residents in the program and was very eagerly and warmly received by them.
Grants boost after-school programs
From The Herald
October 5, 2011
By Scott Whipple
NEW BRITAIN — After the school bell rings and students are dismissed, programs funded by the American Savings Foundation will help give New Britain children a place to have fun while making learning a priority.
Klingberg’s Model T Delights at Mystic Seaport Car Show
Several times each year, one of Klingberg’s most famous residents leaves the hill and dutifully travels to exhibitions and festivals around the state to spread the word about the agency’s work. Wherever he goes, he fascinates young and old alike, draws a lot of questions, and promises to tell a good story or two. Such a faithful ambassador . . . it’s the 1914 Ford Model T Depot Hack. Since Klingberg acquired the Model T in 2006 and lovingly restored it to its present condition, it has been used as a tool for publicity and raising community support.
Last weekend Mark Johnson and Peter Burk from Klingberg’s Development Office brought the Model T down to the 14th Annual Antique Vehicle Show at Mystic Seaport. Despite the threat of rain, the vehicle fit right in at this especially picturesque show-by-the-sea. A finishing touch came from Gwen and Parker Ackley, pictured below riding in the Model T’s back seat. The Ackleys are antique car enthusiasts who often wear turn-of-the-century costumes to match the surrounding vehicles. And, their willingness to get into character has brought a special nostalgic flair to Klingberg’s own Vintage Motorcar Festival more than once.
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