GHAEA Voice

Welcome Finley Jo Elena Anson (Halverson) welcomed her second grandchild, Finley Jo, On October 19. Finley was born at 6:25 pm. At 7lbs. 5oz. and 19 3/4", this little baby has already brought immense joy to the family! "We are truly blessed," Elena says, as they have a wonderful 6 year old grandson, Carlos and another granddaughter on the way!

Tonight kicks off Halloween weekend. Below is some information on events taking place in your neighborhood. Please keep in mind that this is just a brief overview of events, and not a complete list. Atlantic RO : Atlantic   10/27-  Halloween Party               10/28- Biannual Halloween Hike               10/31- Trunk-or-Treat Avoca RO: Harlan         10/28- Murder Mystery Dinner                    10/28- Annual Harvest Fest Walnut         10/31- Trick-or-Treating Carson         10/27- Community Annual Trick-or-Treat Night Macedonia   10/31- Trick-or-Treating on Main Street CBRO: Council Bluffs    10/27-29, 31- Halloween Event at Bass Pro                          10/27-29- Henry Doorly Zoo Spooktacula...

October is National Physical Therapy month. We would like to thank our GHAEA physical therapists for serving children in southwest Iowa from birth to 21 years old. Without your determination and drive, many students would miss out on opportunities for increased educational and future success. Andy Ruff Julie Stessman Katie Wells Mary Beth Korver Patsy Schimmel

11/1    Mary Dick 11/1    Patricia Roberts 11/2    Melissa Lassek 11/4    Mike Peters 11/10 Cynthia Redding 11/14 Laurine Price 11/15 Emily Selsor 11/17 Amanda Crees 11/22 Elena Anson 11/26 Emily Nelson

11/4    Amy Hoffman 11/7    Dorene Driver 11/7    Regina Mieska 11/10 Jennifer Foglesong 11/10   Tim Perrin 11/10 Todd Reznicek 11/11 Jennifer Bakkerud 11/11 Sarah Matulka 11/11 Sue Wagner 11/12 Nancy Lindgren 11/13 Sherry Huffman 11/13 Audrey Wheeler 11/14 Mary Korver 11/14 Karen Wessel Hesse 11/16 Vicki McGlade 11/16 Jennifer Pontefract 11/16 Susan Rensch 11/17 Ashley Denton 11/17 Denise Volker 11/23  Tim Redd 11/24 Jennifer Housman 11/24 Deb Zebill 11/26 Jenny Barnett 11/26 Marcene Marvin 11/28 Stephanie Lane 11/28 Christina Wahlert 11/29 Kelsey Nenneman 11/29 Margaret Woodruff 11/30 Joan Holmes

Halloween is creeping up on us. This season is full of fun activities and traditions. There's jack-o-lantern carving, hay-rack riding, orchard/pumpkin patching, haunted housing, and trick-or-treating. The holiday brings with it, several treats as well, including: carameled apples, apple cider, candy corn, and hot chocolate. Share your holiday traditions or recipes and have them featured in the next issue of the Voice!

Governor, Kim Reynolds and Lieutenant Governor, Adam Gregg, announced a new public safety tool for Iowans, Text-to-911. The system allows cell phone users to text 911 in an emergency. 94 of Iowa's 113 emergency call centers are already able to accept text messages. While, the other 19 centers are expected to have this capability by the end of the year. "Text-to-911 is a prime example of how we’re using technology to make Iowa a safer place for everyone,” Gov. Reynolds said. “Iowans are able to send a text to 911 when a voice call would put them in danger or when a medical condition makes it impossible for them to speak.” This has become a nationwide initiative, with the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management overseeing Iowa's 911 program. They've been working with wireless carriers and local public safety agencies to build a statewide network and make this program possible. Check with your carrier to see if Text-to-911 is available in your area. For m...