Knights Vision. December Governor s Message. The. Volume 92 Issue 6 Dec Lion Pam Kidwell. Lion Pam Kidwell. Lions of Virginia District 24-D

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1 The Knights Vision Lions of Virginia District 24-D December Governor s Message Volume 92 Issue 6 Dec 2014 Dec 2014 Blog I always worry during the holiday season, the holidays can be a blessed and happy event or they can be a difficult time and depressing time for others. My holiday wish is that we keep our loved ones close to our hearts and open our hearts to those less fortunate. Many clubs will be holding food drives or feeding the hungry in some way let s all do our part at this special time of year and pitch in where needed and support our clubs and their members, larger clubs supporting the smaller ones in helping to support our We Serve. A huge thank you to all that attended the Fall Conference! I know much was learned and the fellowship and comrade was awesome! If you missed shame on you! Of course this conference would not have happened if it had not been Lion Pam Kidwell for the time, coordination, effort and meticulous planning to every detail put in by Lion Mary Lou Newman. She went way beyond my wildest District Governor expectations in making the conference it was and made my job so much easier. Thank you Lion Mary Lou. Thank you to the Lancaster Lions Club and any other lions that offered their support and the efforts they put forth to make the conference as success. Thank you to those instructors for your dedication to help our organization grow through leadership and membership. Thank you all. As we plan projects for the next month, please keep in mind January 10-16, International President Joe Preston has asked that all clubs worldwide plan a service project during this week. Along that note, I would like to request that all clubs in Region II when planning any screening projects keep the EVMS Campus club in your plans and consider how they might be able to help. I had my official visit with them this month and they are a very eager, energetic group of young people that are anxious to help their community. They are medical students and are limited in the time they have, as are most of us, their situation is quite unique and they have some great ideas how to reach out; there only handicap is the lack resources. Please seek them out and offer any assistance you can to help this young club grow and experience the full We Serve experience. Lion Cecil Smithson is working with them and doing a great job! He is able to offer any assistance necessary. Remember, Positive Attitudes Motivate to help strengthen the pride! Lion Pam Kidwell District Governor 24D Lion Pam Kidwell

2 District Blog Lion Tucker Casanova 2nd Vice District Governor Qick there isn t much time! Come with me I ll explain on the way! No! I said theres no time, get in the car! Whew, we made it. Were you followed? Are you sure!? Sorry, sorry. It s been a crazy week Holidays, newsletters, work, more newsletters it can be a pressure cooker some times. So, imagine how happy I was when I came across this trailer for a documentary about RAM. Here, check it out vimeo.com/ Click the link or type it in your browser it s only three and a half minutes long. Grab a snack if you want, it s okay I ll wait you done? Oh sorry. Now? Powerful stuff, right? The RAM we attend in Wise County will be in July Next year from the 16 th to the 19 th Even though this documentary doesn t mention Lions involvement, and this particular RAM is in Tennessee, these are still the people we serve. Sometimes the stress gets to us and we forget why we became Lions and that it s for these people we do the things we do. That s why I m glad I recived an a while back inviting anybody that wanted to attend an EVMS screening of this documentary about Remote Area Medical. I was unable to attend, much to my regret, but I did keep it in my inbox hoping I would come across it in the future and it would remind me to maybe find the finished film streaming somewhere or commertialy avalible. Instead I found it today as I was going through old submissions making sure everyone who had something to add to the KV got their chance. This month s issue has been a difficult one. That, plus other things were really starting to build up and I was really feeling the pressure. I wasn t freaking out yet, but I was getting close. Then at the bottom of my inbox was this little time capsule I left for myself. So I wached it. All of a sudden things weren t so bad. I have problems, and they are real, but compaired to many Well, let me put it this way I was greatful for the perspective. So as we finish this year let me leave you with this; remember the people in need, the people we serve and enjoy and be greatful for what you have. Have a Great Holliday! Yours in Lionism, Lion Tucker Casanova, 2 nd VDG

3 For example we would love to thank our Platinum Sponcer Lion Sol Sherfey for his $100 donation! Be sure to check out his add for the Smithfield Lions Printing Service!

4 You too can be a Knight s Vision Sponcer! Directory corrections and submission instructions (You can tell they are important because it s in an orange box) DG Calander Helping the Boy Scouts! Winter Social! & much Much MUCH MORE! (SRSLY so much more!) Page 18: Cross out CC Stan Furman and move Ray Yannello up as Chair with a term expiration date of Gloucester Lions Club: Meeting place Nick s Steak House, 1440 George Washington Hwy, Gloucester Point, President Lion Ray Weakland phone: PCC Gary Rapier: new cell number Change of address Chesapeake Host: Directory Corrections Robert J. Burley Club President Member Address 717 Sunnyside Arch Apt C Chesapeake,VA Regardless of who is acting Knight s Vision editor please send all submissions to Knightsvision@didtrict24d.org. The staff cannot be held responsible for lost submitions that have gone to our personal or district assigned addresses. Doubling up the same to multiple addresses just makes the issue harder to create as well. If you want to make sure we have it, ask for a reply. When the issue is being built at the end of the month, or being organized part way through we ll let you know as we read it Thank You

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6 Fellow Lions, The Lions Charity Foundation of District 24D extends their gratitude to all the Lions, friends and families that came out to support the Bid n Buy Auction last week. We couldn t have done it without you! It s our pleasure to announce the following winners: LCF $1,000 raffle Drawing: Bob Hayes, Virginia Beach Host Lions Club $1,000 Brad Furman, Thalia Lions Club $500 Bruce Horner, Southside Lions Club $250. LCF Service Grant Incentive Program for meeting guest or Lion participation goal: Aragona Pembroke Lions Club Chesapeake Host Lions Club EVMS Lions Club Little Creek Lions Club Ocean View Lions Club Surry County Lions Club Virginia Beach Town Center Blind Lions Club Windsor Lions Club Woodstock Lions Club (We still have a few guests on our registered bidder list not associated with a Lions Club. If you feel your club has met this goal but isn t on the above list please contact Lion Beth Stevens.) LCF Service Grant Incentive Raffle Drawing: Virginia Beach Oceanside Lions Club James City Lions Club Williamsburg Host Lions Club Poker Run Winners: 1 st Place Lion Randy Jones, Oceana Golden-Lynnhaven Lions Club $150 2 nd Place Jim Spires, Castaways Riding Club $100 3 rd Place JD Miles, Castaways Riding club $50 Congratulations to all! Lion Beth Stevens esstevens@cox.net

7 Diabetes Prevention District 24D Lions Working Together The James City Lions Club established a goal this year to expand their support for diabetes prevention as a way to prevent diabetes related vision problems so prevalent in the adult community. The Club had a reasonably active diabetes prevention program, financially supporting the Angels of Mercy Medical Clinic s pre diabetes screening program and District 24 D s Lion s Family Diabetes Camp. But, when they asked - - is there something else we should be doing? the answer was yes. Lion Don Butts, the Club s diabetes lead, consulted with Dr. William Mann; the Medical Director of the Olde Towne Medical and Dental Center (OTMDC) to determine what diabetes prevention assistance the Club could provide. Dr. Mann explained that OTMDC has approximately 1,200 patients requiring an annual retinal examination. These patients have diabetes, high blood pressure or other conditions that may cause retinal damage. Unfortunately, at OTMDC, volunteer ophthalmologists and optometrists are only available one- half day, twice per week. This narrow window of opportunity for patients to get appointments for retinal examinations is further complicated by the fact that most OTMDC patients are dependent on others for transportation. As a result, only 15 per cent of the 1200 patients receive a retinal examination - - the key to early detection of retinal changes and medical intervention that may preserve sight. Dr. Mann explained how retinal photography would be an excellent tool in Dr. William Mann and Lion Don Butts correcting the shortfall in retinal examinations. A retinal camera would enable trained OTMDC staff to photograph retinas of patients in the normal course of care; then an ophthalmologist or optometrist could examine the digital images of many patients during the doctors limited time at the clinic. With this information, Lion Don Butts gathered information on retinal cameras and collaborated with the Williamsburg Host Lions Club and the Lions Charity Foundation of District 24D on the benefits of OTMDC having a retinal camera and on what it would take to purchase a camera. The Boards of Directors of the James City and Williamsburg Host Lions Clubs pledged funds for a retinal camera and a request for funds was sent to the Lions District 24D Charity Foundation. Working with Lombart Instruments in Norfolk, the Lions were able to acquire a very serviceable used retinal camera for less than half - - $7000 vs. $16,000 the price of a new camera; Lombart also provided training for the OTMDC staff. Today and in the future, patients needing evaluation for retinopathy at OTMDC will have the opportunity. Many patients will retain their sight because of their examination with the retinal camera. Lions working together have provided a valuable resource that will have an enduring impact on addressing diabetes related vision problems in the greater Williamsburg community.

8 USA/Canada Forum The Hilton Caribe Hotel PID Hauser Weiler with representative of Welch Allen Spot and Plus Optics during the Kid Sight Presentation. PID Lion Hauser was the moderator for this event. Lion Gary who was a moderator for the class on Eyeglass Recycling getting prepared The convention center

9 Lion Hauser Weiler, PID is a board appointee to this committee. Isn t is great that 24-D started and led MD24 into this program in 2010 under then DG Donna Weiler. Happy to see that LCI is getting on the bandwagon so to speak. Pictured above International President Joe Preston at the Puerto Rico USA Canada Forum signing a 5 year deal with Welch Allen SPOT representative Jeff Mortenson and Plus Optics Representative Kids Sight USA. Each company will donated 5 million dollars to this program. LCI Is now committed to childhood screening using either machine and hopes to screen a million children by 2020 PCC Gary and PDG Donna Weiler enjoying Pina Colada Martinis at the forum PCC Gary moderating during the Eyeglass Recycling Center Meeting in Puerto Rico

10 Fall Conference The 24-D Fall Conference was held at the Crown Plaza in Hampton, Virginia on November 14-16, The Lancaster County Lions Club hosted the event, and a big thank you goes out to Lion Mary Lou Newman, our Fall Conference Chairperson who did a wonderful job! 116 Lions, Leos and Guests turned out to participate in the activities, which included a trip to the Robert H. Morton Elementary School to screen 15 children for hearing using the new Welch Allen Hearing Screener; training classes and social events. Our International Guest was ID John Pettis and his wife Lion Liz from Merrimac, Massachusetts. PID Dr. Hauser Weiler performing a screening test on Friday morning at the Robert H Morton Elementary School in Hampton. PDG Donna Weiler, President of the Deep Creek Lions Club accepting the Membership trophy for the club bringing in the most members during the first quarter (july - Sept) of this Lions year from GMT Mack Stevens Lion Steve Lomonaco from the Tappahanoock Lions Club assists in the screening event. First Vice District Governor Ray Yannello with PCC Gary Rapier District Governor Pam Kidwell with ID John and Lion Liz Pettis International Director John Pettis with Lion Rick Barry of the Northampton Lions Club

11 Fall Conference: Saturday Morning and Afternoon Activities: IPDG Donnie Johnson presenting the Lions Clubs International Leadership Award to Lion Beth Stevens of the Town Center Blind Lions Club York County Lions Ruth and Brock Robertson selling Lions Club pins District Governor Pamela Kidwell with District Treasurer Lion Mike Petty of the Lancaster County Lions Club District Governor Pamela Kidwell with International Director John Pettis Pictured is Director John Pettis with the members of the Smithfield High Leo Club Among the Saturday Morning Activities, The Smithfield High Leo Club attended and promoted their new Leo Service Project Jeans For Teens. The are collecting clean used jeans for homeless teenagers.

12 Gloucester and Warwick have been Busy too The Warwick Lions Club sponsors Boy Scout Post 140 at the Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Center in Hampton, Virginia. This is the largest Special Needs Scouting Unit in the United States. Warwick Lions obtained a grant of $1,854 from the Lions Charity Foundation to support this Scouting program for intellectually disabled adults. In October, 2014, the members of the troop posed with a Thank You poster for the Warwick Lions Club and the Lions Charity Foundation for their support through the years. (Photo by Lion Bill Stinebaugh)

13 The Gloucester Lions / Boy Scouts of America Troop 111 The Gloucester Lions hosted representatives of Boy Scouts of America Troop 111 at their recent meeting. Scout Master Joe Hutchins (left) met with Lion Don Malkemus (center), who provided a check for 100 dollars to Patrol Leader RJ Gray (right) to help support the Scouts upcoming activities. At the same meeting, Lion Don was recognized for his 20 years of service to the Lions from chapter president Ray Weakland. Ray Weakland and Don Malkemus

14 Lions Spot Screening at Pembroke Mall Virginia Beach Lions had a "Roaring" event at Pembroke Mall last Saturday as they welcomed the "appearance" of Santa via magic show! Twenty five Lions from 6 clubs did free SPOT eye screening for 97 children. Nine of those children were referred for further examination by an eye doctor. Pictured is Lion Sylvia Wagner who has become the official mascot of the Thalia Lions club. Great Job all!!

15 Virginia Beach Central s New Members Lion Al Miller sponsored and inducted 2 new members. In photos from left to right are: President Lion Azeez, Lion Damien, Lion Loretta, Lion Alton VB Central s been busy Here s the certificate the recived for participating with the Berkley Reunion. They did eye exams & blood screening conducted by Lion Bambi Martin. At S. Norfolk s Berkley Park, September 12-14, Berkley Park

16 Lions KidSight USA Saving Kids Sight 25 Million Kids Need You, So Get Involved Today! Lions of the USA are pleased to announce Lions KidSight USA, a nationwide program to safeguard the vision of children aged 6 months through 6 years. According to educational experts, 80% of learning is visual. So if a child can t see well, he can t learn well. Yet most young children don t get their vision screened until they have problems learning or paying attention in school. By then, it may already be too late. Unless vision problems are detected early and corrected, they risk becoming permanent by age 7. Lions in the USA already screen more than 500,000 kids per year through state-wide and local programs often known as KidSight. Lions KidSight USA is a national coalition that brings together Lions programs that screen kids from 6 months to 6 years of age in order create a coordinated national program. Our mission is to ensure eye screening and follow-up care is given to all kids because every child deserves to learn and see the world clearly. To do this, we will work with Lions to increase the number of screening programs around the country in order to reach more children when it is possible and where it is needed. The Need Is Real About 7-15% of kids screened nearly 4 million will be referred for a followup exam by an eye-care professional. Approximately 5% of all children in this age group will have amblyopia, a treatable disorder that can result in permanently reduced vision when not addressed by an early age. The screening devices detect risk factors for amblyopia, such as strabismus (eyes that cross or wander out), refractive errors and unequal vision between the two eyes, and potentially even more serious issues such as cataracts and eye cancer. Change a Life by Becoming a Vision Screener With just minutes of training, any Lion or volunteer can screen the vision of a child. Just push a few buttons and the screening devices used in KidSight do all the work for you. Screening devices even generate the results immediately for

17 easy management of screening results. It s simple, it s fun, and there s nothing more rewarding then helping a child! Three Models to Choose from It s easy to get started! If your club is not already providing children s eye screenings, here are three suggested models that can evolve over time. Remember, 25 million kids are counting on us, and we re counting on you to help make this national screening initiative a success! Beginner Just getting started Club (or zone on a sharing basis) has a screening device Club(s) has a HIPPA-compliant system to screen children at places such as pre-k institutions, Head Start programs, community health clinics and community organizations, health fairs and others A HIPPA-compliant permission form parents need to sign A HIPPA-compliant document detailing screening results that can be shared with parents or guardians The ability to provide/fund follow-up exams and care for the medically indigent, or at least a list of resources/agencies that can help Maintain a list of screening information including the number of children screened and percentage referred for an exam Intermediate Take it to next level All the above Coordinate program at the district level or by a district foundation A network of eye care professionals supporting the program A coordinator, either a Lion volunteer or a paid staff person, to schedule/coordinate screenings and support clubs with the program (parental permissions, referral and follow-up care coordination, etc.) Pursue regional partnerships Maintain a central database of the number of children screened, referral rates, and if possible outcome data of eye exams Advanced Go for the gold-standard All the above Coordinate program at the MD level and may have a university or hospital partner with paid staff to coordinate program Pursue state-level partnerships with professional eye care organizations and education associations, and seek state government funding or program collaborations

18 Share Lions KidSight USA with your club, and then get started today! Who can I contact for more information? Contact Dr. H. Hauser Weiler, PID at weiler@sylvaninfo.net for more information. Dr Weiler is the Vice Chair of this program. How can LCIF help my screening program? The Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) is supporting the development of our national program. LCIF will consider matching grants for districts where at least two more clubs are financially involved, per the regular grant criteria. Districts or MDs can apply for a matching Standard Grants in amounts between US$10,000 and US$100,000 to purchase or replace/upgrade devices and put in place other program infrastructures. LCIF has already awarded US$2,199,990 in grants since fiscal year to help districts and MDs in the USA start KidSight and children s eye screening programs. Clubs are also encouraged to invest in a screening device using local resources, including community grants and regional Lions foundations to maximize available resources. Screening device manufacturers may also be able to temporarily loan a device to a club so Lions can get started before a permanent device is purchased. How Is the KidSight USA Project Structured? Lions KidSight USA was launched by groups representing MD 6, MD 9, MD 12, MD 16, MD 17, MD 20, MD 23, MD 24, MD 25, with assistance from International President Preston, 2nd VP Bob Corlew, and PIPs Al Brandel, Jim Ervin, and Wayne Madden. MDs 8, 11, 15, 28, 36, 44 and others also have robust screening programs. A larger program committee will be formed with the Founding Coalition Members above and representatives from each multiple district that wants to be involved. Does Lions KidSight USA have any national partners? Two equipment manufactures of the screening devices Plusoptix and Welch Allyn SPOT are proud Project Partners, and both are providing generous financial support for the development of this national program. What are the benefits of a national program? Directly impact the vision health of our nation s children Establish a national brand or Lions identity that is clearly recognized by the public Experienced Lions KidSight Programs can mentor new ones Opportunities for more partnerships from eye care companies, education groups, professional eye care bodies, to local, state and federal government agencies

19 District Governor Pam Kidwell Governors Social 2015 Indian Creek Yacht & Country Club Tel: Web: Icycc.com Registrations have to be received with payment by February 15, There will be no ticket sales at the door and there is no guarantee of a meal for anyone not submitting their registration by February 15, 2015.

20 The Kempsville Lions Club 5 th ANNUAL FROSTY 5k Proceeds will benefit: The Blind, Sight Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Diabetes Research, Lions Diabetes Youth Camp, Preschool Vision Screenings, Scholarships each year to three graduating seniors, and Youth January 24, 2015 RACING AWARDS & DIVISIONS 1-Mile Walk: 10:00 AM 5K Run & Walk: 10:30 AM Mt. Trashmore 310 Edwin Drive Virginia Beach, VA Pre-register before January 11, 2015 Top 3 Men & Women in each age group Age Groups: 14 and under; and over Overall Award Male & Female 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place REGISTER TODAY FOR BEST RATES Registration Fees: 5K Run Registration Fees: $25 postmarked before January 11, 2015 $30 after January 11, 2015 and on race day 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Registration Fees: $20 postmarked before January 11, 2015 $25 after January 11, 2015 and on race day You will not be able to pay with credit card on race day, only cash and checks will be accepted. Register online at: OR mail check payable to Kempsville Lions Club and a completed & signed entry to: Angela Foushee 841 Parker Road, Chesapeake, VA Packet Pick-Up: RUNNING ETC 1940 Laskin Road, Suite 308 Virginia Beach, VA Friday, January 23 3:00 7:00 p.m. Enjoy a great family day, fellowship with Lion volunteers, and celebrate a great cause. ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE: Long Sleeve T-Shirt Entry to Post Race Party with beverages & food QUESTIONS: Contact: Angela or angelafoushee@yahoo.com Paul / or steelepe1905@gmail.com

21 The Kempsville Lions Invites You to Join Us for 5 th Annual Frosty 5k 5K / 1-Mile Run/Walk Mt. Trashmore, Va. Beach 5K Run/Walk Entry 1-Mile Run/Walk Team Please Print Clearly: Total Amt. Enclosed Total Amt. Enclosed Total Amt. Enclosed Name (first, mi, last) Street Address City State Zip Phone Number Sex: M F Age on race day Emergency Contact (First and Last Name, Phone Number) Make checks payable to Kempsville Lions Club Please circle one. Adult Shirt Size: S M L XL XXL Youth Shirt Size: YM YL YXL All participants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt and runner s packet. Address (required to receive registration confirmation) No rain/snow/ice date. Organizers reserve the right to cancel for any reason Incomplete applications cannot be processed. Race Waiver: Please read this carefully, MUST BE SIGNED! I understand that I am running/walking a race that is a potentially hazardous activity and poses certain serious health risks. I represent that I am medically able and properly trained to participate in this event. I agree to abide by the decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run/walk. I have read this waiver and release, and also fully understand and agree to its terms. I, acting for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, now and forever, waive, release, defend, save and hold harmless, the Kempsville Lions Club, its representatives, and agents, Tidewater Striders, The City of Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Parks and recreation, race officials, volunteers, all sponsors and their representatives and successors, from and against, any and all claims and liabilities, whether based on personal injury, death or monetary loss, which may arise out of my participation in this event. I assume all risks associated with running/walking in this event including falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, the traffic, condition of the roadways and trails, and such other risks known and appreciated by me. In addition to the foregoing, I agree that my entry fee is not refundable or transferable for any reason, I also grant the right for all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures recording devices, or any other record of this event for legitimate purposes. I further understand that this event is a road race conducted under the rules of the RRCA, is not intended for skates, roller blades, bikes, or dogs on leashes. I agree to abide by RRCA rules and any other applicable rules, laws, or guidelines. The Kempsville Lions make no warranties as to the conditions, safety, distance accuracy, or suitability for running or walking of the route. Run/Walk at your own risk! Signature (Parent or guardian if under 18) Date

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24 Lions of District 24D, Thank you, for all you do in our communities throughout Southeastern Virginia. Through your efforts people are getting the help they need to be able to see and survive. We are very active as a District and we have fun helping others. If we can offer that opportunity to the people around us, our clubs will thrive more than ever before. I really enjoyed a prayer I heard at Fall Conference and I d like to share it with you. 2 nd VDG Tucker s Prayer Most Heavenly Father, We may know you by many names but we have all gathered here together to do your work. Please guide us as we serve both you and those in need. Grant us wisdom, patience, understanding, and especially new members. So we may strengthen our ranks, enhance our efforts and further our reach to help those in need. When you send us those new Lions, and we know they are coming please open our minds to their ideas even if they are new, our hearts to their ways even if those ways are strange. And allow us the humility to learn from them even as we teach what Lionism really means. We thank you for your many blessings especially the opportunity to serve in your name, and in that name we pray AMEN Be a Guiding Lion Mentor to New Members and show them what fun it is to Serve Others in our community. At this time of year please offer the opportunity to family, friends and coworkers to become Lions in your club. Lion Mack Stevens - Global Membership Team Coach

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