Today was a Zoom meeting with 22 people on line.
Pres. Gail Micca opened the meeting at 7:30 A.M. by ringing a real bell. And she welcomed us all.
GUEST ON LINE:
Citizen Nick Millward, guest of the club.
OPENING:
Kathy Ott gave a very nice invocation. Then Pres. Gail led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the U.S.
AWRC HISTORY STORY:
PDG Bill Weber, delivered today’s story about more club members who have served in District positions.
Pres. Gail then led us in the recitation of the Four Way Test to which we added “Is it fun?”
CELEBRATIONS:
Pres. Gail displayed the list of August member events.
HAPPY DOLLARS & NEWS:
Tori Morgan said she is sore from all the action at the Whitehall National Night Out. She noted that while Gail Micca professed to be a beginner at cornhole competition, Gail and husband, Ed, teamed up and won it all.
Nick Millward says AWRC is one of his highlights, and he is very excited to be back. Nick now is a civilian and is letting his hair grow.
Ralph Witcher claims that he now officially is a fly fisherman, thanks to his uncle’s teachings.
Jeanne Shipe was calling in from Dayton, Ohio where she will be for a week or more.
Ron Coleman came on without a hat on and we thought he was a guest.
Ron said that when he got the Kathy Ott cake home to save for that Saturday, Nancy said they needed to sample it. There was none left for Saturday.
Pat Witcher said that Kathy made a great cake for Ralph’s birthday.
Gail Micca said that Nick, Tori, Diana and others were at the Dragon Boat race.
Ralph Witcher is happy that son, Seth, will open the MusikFest.
Sue Weber is happy that Nick is back home. And Sue is happy about Gail’s biking success and weight loss.
Halyna Stegura is happy that daughter Mary mad a surprise visit home for a week or so. Their oldest daughter, Christina, is beginning her two year assignment as a U.S. State Dept. Foreign Service Diplomat in southern Asia.
Bill Weber thanked the Steguras for letting us use their large tent for our picnic.
John Scott is pleased that they now have the route approved for our D7430 Purple Pinkie 5K race in October in Schnecksville.
Bill Palmer is happy that his rescue dog, Sunshine, has lost 8 lbs in 4 weeks. Bill has lost 5 lbs just working with the dog.
Ernie Boll just is happy.
Gail Micca just is happy.
Last weekend Amir Famili went to Cornell University in Ithica, NY, and visited Watkins Glen and they loved it.
Len Salines said that the Whitehall Police did some great demonstrations at the Night Out event. Tori Morgan said that she is very proud of the Whitehall Police Dept.
Gail Micca said that we are heading toward a Casino Night fundraiser event for our May 1, 2022 Charter Celebration.
ROTARY MEANS BUSINESS:
Tori Morgan reported that the committee met with the Allentown RC members and are trying to work out a two-club social event with emphasis on networking too. Their Sunday A.M. committee meetings may change to be more convenient for others to attend. The social event may be held on the 5th Wednesday of a month that has a 5th one.
AUGUST SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
Habitat for Humanity – Any Tuesday or Thursday morning, contact Amir, 484-431-7741
Meals on Wheels starting soon - Contact Kathleen Ott, 610-395-0549
Hunger Projects:
August 1st (Sunday evening) or Monday August 2nd, early morning - Harvest at garden for Jordan Lutheran Church Pantry
August 4th (Wed. afternoon) - Harvest at garden for Jordan Lutheran Church Pantry
August 6th (Friday) Harvest at garden for Lowhill
August 9th (Monday) Harvest at garden for Parkland C.A.R.E.S.
August 10th (Tuesday) 9am - noon: Parkland C.A.R.E.S Produce shop/pack
August 10th (Tuesday) 4:00 - 6:00pm Parkland C.A.R.E.S Produce Delivery
August 14th (Sat.) 7:15am – 10:30 am Kingdom Life Food Pantry Drive Thru
August 15th (Sunday) Harvest at garden for Jordan Lutheran Church Pantry
Please contact Gail Micca, gailmicca@gmail.com or Amanda Lawler, lawlerfamilyof4@gmail.com regarding garden opportunities. We will meet you and introduce you to the garden project too. Bring friends or family to help too!
*Garden any time: Weeding and watering is always needed.
GARDEN PROJECT:
Some Interact students, along with Amanda Lawler and family, worked at our garden.
MEALS ON WHEELS PROJECT”
Kathy Ott says details of the project will be explained at next week’s meeting. AND more volunteers are needed.
MONGOLIAN YOUTH PROGRAM:
Nick Millward said that we are collecting baseball equipment – used -- to send to Mongolia to start a youth baseball program. Katrina Sundstrom’s daughter is collecting as well.
Nick will collect over the next few months, and then deliver them to Mongolia in January.
He also reported that the new Mongolian garden had lots of rain and has potatoes growing. They also now have a greenhouse in use.
GAIL’S BIKING CHALLENGE:
As a fundraiser Gail is still seeking sponsors for her 60 miles a week biking as part of our 60 year celebration next May. She is approaching her $5,000 goal.
YOUR SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
Please take a look at this section on the left side of this bulletin.
STATUS OF MORNING MEETINGS:
There will be hybrid meetings twice a month, plus all-zoom meetings for two more Wednesdays each month.
NEXT MORNING MEETING:
Wednesday August 11, 2021 and it is a Hybrid meeting at Brookside CC in Macungie starting at 7:30 a.m. Our program will be PDG Herb Klotz, Zone 32 Coordinator 2021-24 discussing membership issues.
STATUS OF THURSDAY EVENING MEETING:
Thursday evening meetings may be scheduled starting in July as one of the four monthly meetings.
PROGRAM:
Pres. Gail Micca introduced Melissa Hakim, MD, Healthcare Advocate to explain “What is A Health Advocate and Why You Need One?” Gail and Melissa have been friends for 16 years. Gail says Melissa is an amazing Mom.
Melissa is a Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), a member of the Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, the National Association of Healthcare Advocacy, Greater National Advocates, and Lehigh Valley Aging in Place. For health & wellness coaching, she is certified by Wellcoaches.
Melisa’s website states:
“As a medical doctor, I see the problems with our medical system. I know the frustration patients experience while trying to get the proper treatment and heal. I’ve experienced it myself, having guided my father through a lengthy atypical disease.”
“That’s why Hakim Health Partners (HHP) exists. There are challenges with doctor/patient relationships and even the most educated among us need medical support they can trust. People need someone who knows how the medical system works, and who works only for the patient. “
“Since 1992, I’ve been helping people of all ages navigate our increasingly complex and specialized medical system. I believe that your health is not a “one size fits all” situation. Everyone deserves help finding the most appropriate treatment path. Being able to use my medical education in a way that gives my clients knowledge and a sense of peace is deeply rewarding. “
“Graduated cum laude with a BA in Biology from Brandeis University. Graduated from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine with a MD in 1992. Did internship and residency training at St. Vincent’s Hospital.”
Melisa said she was impressed by the many projects AW Rotarians are doing. And she pledged $100 for Gail’s biking. Melissa’s husband is an Internist.
More from her website:
“Experience what it means to have a medical doctor as a patient advocate. It’s a second set of eyes on your medical care. Get the help you need to get the care you need.”
“Patient advocates are not all the same. Yes, we all guide clients through our complex health system and most work only for you. But what makes Hakim Health Partners different is this: we’re medical doctors. This means when we work with you, you have a powerful advocate who can speak your doctor’s language – and get you the care you need. “
“Our PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) reviews medications and checks for drug interactions. She also works with you to manage your medication needs – from educating you about your meds to filling your pillboxes.”
Melissa emphasized how the medical profession has evolved into multiple “specialties.” When a patient sees a Cardiologist, their discussion is focused on that and not necessarily the overall picture. Also the medical profession gets compensated on Volume of patients. This has reduced the time a doctor spends with a patient to about 20 minutes.
Melissa also said that many doctors speak in their own technical terms which tend to go right over the patient’s head. Having an Advocate present can make a huge difference.
Melissa answered some questions.
CLOSING:
Pres Gail led us in the saying “One profits most who serves best.” And she rang a real bell.
.png)
