PROGRAM:
Michael D. Grove, RN, MEd, NHA, FACHE
Associate Director for Patient Care Services, Lebanon VA Medical Center

Michael brings to his role greater than 35 years experience in nursing and healthcare education and administration.  He began his career in healthcare as a hospital corpsman in the U.S. Navy.  His VA career began as a nursing assistant, and has gradually progressed through all levels of staff nursing to house supervision, staff development, quality management as well as top executive leadership positions.  His clinical experiences have been diverse, including medical-surgical, substance abuse, behavior health and long term care nursing.  His Administrative experience has included the roles of Nursing Home Administrator, Hospital CEO, and Long Term Care Inspector for the VA Office of the Medical Inspector.  His most recent position was that of National Nursing Consultant for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC.   He was also one of the original Administrators in VA to open a Federal Medical Shelter in Texas in response to the 2005 Hurricanes.

Beyond his Bachelors degree in Nursing, he attained a Master’s degree in Adult Education, is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and is certified in Healthcare Administration.  Mike, the nickname he prefers, has been married to his high school sweetheart for 36 years, is the proud parent of two adult children and the grandparent to four grandchildren.  He has been an active participant in several community choral groups, Previous Rotary Membership, as well as devoting much of his volunteer time to the efforts of the American Cancer Society and his church.

Besides his work, Mike enjoys swimming, collecting antiques, refurbishing houses, camping and traveling.      

UPCOMING PROGRAMS / MEETING LOCATIONS:  

• Nov 12             Michael D. Grove, RN, Assoc. Dir. Patient Care Services
  Hilton               Lebanon VA Medical Center
                           “Putting Veterans First”
• Nov 19             Interclub Thanksgiving Luncheon
  Hilton
• Nov 26              NO MEETING
• Dec 3                Joining Hands for Katrina Relief
  Hilton

For complete programming go to our website: hbgrotary.org and click on calendar.
November is Rotary Foundation Month

NEWS AND NOTES:  

• Congratulations to John Judson on the recent election to the Lemoyne  Borough Council.

•  Get well wishes to Marie Lick, who was in a recent auto accident.

• OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY to Rotarians Bob Dolan and Sean Dolan whose mother/grandmother passed away.

•  Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Tuesday, December 18      Wednesday, December 19
Sign up at the information table.

• Rotary Foundation Dinner - DGE Ben Hoover is inviting all Rotarians & guests to attend the District Rotary Foundation Dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 14 at the Country Club of York from 6-9 PM. Reservation & Sponsorship forms are available from Linda or on the club website (www.hbgrotary.org) Show your support of the Foundation and DGE Ben Hoover by attending.

• DISTRICT:  The 2008 Teacher Impact Awards seek to recognize Teachers who have made a significant difference in the lives of their students.  You may nominate a teacher!
Forms are on the information table or go to the district website:  www.rotary7390.org
Deadline:  January 25, 2008
All nominated teachers will be invited to a special awards banquet on Monday April 14, 2008.  The five winners will receive a plaque and a $1,000 check, given to the school in the teacher’s name.

•  YOUTH EXCHANGE INFO
The Rotary Club of Harrisburg is sponsoring Ange Sauvage from Lyon , France. Ange is attending Susquehanna Township High School. The Youth Exchange Committee will be interviewing host families (they do not need to be Rotarians) in Susquehanna Township. Ange will stay with 3 host families during the school year. He will stay with each family about 3 months. Host families are to treat him as you would your own child. Ange will receive an allowance from the Club. If you are interested in hosting Ange or you know of someone else in Susquehanna Township who would want to host him, please contact Linda Freedenberg or Ron Guss ASAP. 

•  SUPPORT OUR TROOPS PROJECT
Donate $10 cash or check payable to the Harrisburg Rotary Foundation, in support of our 2007-08 goal to raise another $2,000 to assist the non-profit “Wounded Warrior Project” minister to the personal needs of our severely wounded troops who face long-term rehab in military hospitals. Your contribution is 100% tax deductible.

For meeting cancellations due to inclement weather.... Tune to ABC27-TV
or check your e-mail or call the Rotary office at 234-1208.

ATTENDANCE:
LAST ROTARY MEETING: 11/5/07        60%
Rotarians   77  Active Specials  8    Guests   20    Visiting Rotarians 0  =  105

Minutes by Mitch Tillett:
The meeting was short and sweet!  The meeting was called to order by President Carrie Whisler Thomas at 12:15 p.m.
 
Another delicious Rotary meal was served to one and all.  Today's meeting was possibly the shortest ever, however, rich in content.
 
The meeting started with greetings to all our visiting Rotarians and Guests.  Today, there were no visiting Rotarians, only one guest.  Next on the list, we celebrated three birthdays, Harry Yaverbaum, Bob Saline, and David Morrison.  Also noteworthy, congratulations to several Rotary anniversaries.  Most noteworthy were Heath Allen, 54 years and Connie Siegel, 44 years.  Congratulations Connie & Heath!
 
Next there was a mini -classification speech by Jason Hicks. Jason is employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  He works for the Office of Procurement.  Jason basically shops for a living.  His purpose is to save the taxpayers money.  Way to go Jason!

Last on the agenda for today was the Annual " Service Above Self " Award.  One thing for sure is that a lot of people give selflessly of their time and resources.  Second place was awarded to Russell & Patricia Bricker for their valuable work with the Channels Food Network.  Russell & Patricia have volunteered their services for the last 18 years.  First prize was awarded to Lauren Rudick for her service work with the YWCA.  Lauren has been a volunteer for the past two years and commits almost 60 hours per month.  Thanks to all who were considered for the Service Above Self Award for all of their commitments.
 
The meeting was concluded at 12:45p.m.

Please support our Officers and Board by serving our club and our community as we begin our new Rotary year!