Wren Notes SPRING 2014 President: Felicia Colman, CDM, CFPP (803) 645-8407 scanfppresident@gmail.com LETTER FROM YOUR PRESIDENT President Elect Karen Connell, CDM, CFPP (803) 410-8845 kconnell@clarendonhealth.com Vice President Rick Schmitt, CDM, CFPP (803) 200-8574 scanfppresidentelect@gmail.com Past President: Kevin Williams, CDM, CFPP (864) 622-9097 (864) 261-6734 scanfppastpresident@gmail.com Treasurer: Louis Prantil, CDM, CFPP (843) 693-1138 scanfptreasurer@gmail.com Secretary: Brandy Layne, CDM, CFPP (843) 808-0802 scanfpsecretary@gmail.com Newsletter Editor: John Cassidy, CDM, CFPP (843) 616-7048 john@jmcassidy.net Hello everyone! Our spring workshop has come to an end. The new officer for treasurer has been issued to Jerry Tallon, congratulations. We hope everyone enjoyed their stay at the Double Tree Hotel by Hilton in North Charleston, South Carolina. I have read every comment in your evaluations; we are going to take every My goals for our group are: 1} New Board Advisor GFS Rick Drennan for continued vendors support 2} We will be updating version of the SC ANFP policies/procedures, and By-laws which will hopefully encourage more input and involvement from the member. 3} Our updated versions will help aid with new member or volunteer recruitment processes. 4} Mentor program with past president or board officers for our state to aid with easy transitioning for each officer s role. 5} Credit card service for membership, we are now with PayPal and a new IPad was purchased to apply credit card usage during or before meetings. I am thrilled to report these nearly accomplished and accomplished goals, thank you all for your additional help and support. In my previous president s letter, I wrote that SC ANFP needs public exposure. It will consist of us building a relationship with The Red Cross Association. In addition to that, please remember to wear your Gimmie 10 buttons. I want to thank you for your humble hospitality shown towards our guest Rhyne Cobb; he is a culinary art graduate that is soon to become an official SC ANFP member! Congrats this is our Red & Silver Year. SC ANFP is 40 years going strong. Please join us for our fall meeting back again at Ocean Reef Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in October from the 15-17, 2014. Thank you, Felicia Colman CDM, CFPP SCANFP President Page 1
SC ANFP Spring Workshop Highlights Auction amount = 133.50 Fundraiser amount = 142.00 Merchandise amount = 129.00 Our Winners Fall Workshop: Bernice Bekett Food Vendor: Paramount And a special thanks to all of the SC ANFP members for their donations tothe South Carolina State Red Cross and Low Country Food Bank Page 2
Thanks to all our Vendors and Speakers Page 3
Red & Silver Year. SC ANFP is 40 years going strong Vision The Certified Dietary Manager is the cornerstone of the collaborative Dietetics profession. Mission Position the Certified Dietary Manager as the expert in foodservice management and food safety. New Banner Committee: Paige Sandifer Louis Prantil Brandy Layne Our banner committee members have been diligently working on our new SC ANFP. And this it it. Thank You for your hard work. Page 4
Our employees make a difference in people s lives. And we re committed to making a difference in theirs. We re proud to have TidePointe, a Vi Community, as the only senior living community named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. At Vi, we support our team members with award-winning development Awarded by SCBIZ opportunities and whether in Hilton Head Island or our other locations across the country, they re passionate about making Vi an inspiring home. When asked in a recent Resident Satisfaction survey*, 97% of our residents who responded said they d recommend TidePointe to a friend. Discover a meaningful and fulfilling career at ViLiving.com/Company/Careers. BEST PLABEST PLACES TO WORK AWARD SOUTH CAROLINACES TO WORK AWARBEST PLACES TO WORK AWARD SOUTH CAROLINA Awarded to our very proud SC ANFP member: Kevin Meredith CDM, CPPP Kevin said this is how you do it. Lead by example in Dining Services Lead company with lowest turnover Develop a let me culture ICE INTEGRITY COMPASSION EXCELLENCE SOUTH CAROLINA Page 5
Safe Food for Seniors Act 2013 ANFP Connect ANFP is pleased to announce the launch of the Safe Food for Seniors website. This site is your resource for legislative activity and the latest information on the Safe Food for Seniors Act, H.R. 2181. Get the latest on the status of the bill, H.R. 2181 Join the Cause! Register to be a Grassroots Advocate Get updates on legislative and advocacy news Have access to a wide range of advocacy tools Learn how to Take Action and make a difference in the campaign The Leadership Development Committee is seeking volunteers to participate in a national committee or task force. ANFP thrives because of the efforts of its volunteers. Since we re a member-based organization, we need CDM and corporate partner volunteers. Volunteering is just as easy as it is rewarding, benefitting you both professionally and personally. Learn more about committee involvement and contact Jack Ahern with your interest area. ANFPConnect is now available! The community made just for you, ANFP Members. This is your place for your voice to be heard. Share your experience with others in your field, get industry news updates, network with professionals, and participate in discussion forums all in one place. Join today. Happy chatting! Dates to remember: State Meeting October 15-17, 2014 Ocean Reef Resort Myrtle Beach Credentialing Exam CDM CFPP Credential Exam is NOW available year round! Wishing a Speedy recovery to Ginger Congratulations to Louis Prantil for being selected by the Life Care Centers corporate dietitian to have a seat on the dietary subcommittee board. Louis says: "He is honored to be on the committee as he is the only field person on the board". Page 6
APPLICATION FOR DIETARY MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD Dear Member, One Dietary Manager will be selected to receive this award. Please fill out the application and submit it to your President or to the newsletter editor. CANDIDATE INFORMATION; NAME MEMBERSHIP# ADDRESS: HOME PHONE: WORK # FACILITY: HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF ANFP YEARS YEARS CERTIFIED: HAS SERVED IN THE FOLLOWING STATE OFFICE(S) OR COMMITEE'S: OTHER POSITION(S) HELD IN DIETARY MANAGER ASSOCIATION. STATE AND NATIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED: WORK HISTORY: EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: IN A BREIF STATEMENT, PLEASE EXPLAIN WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE YOUR CANDIDATE RECEIVE THIS AWARD: NOMINATED BY: MEMBERSHIP # Page 7
APPLICATION FOR DIETITIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD Dear Member, One Dietitian will be selected from South Carolina to receive the award. If you feel your Dietitian is worthy of this recognition, please fill out the application and submit it to your President or the newsletter editor. CANDIDATE INFORMATION DIETITIAN'S NAME: TELEPHONE # FACILITY: FACILITY ADDRESS: CITY STATE ZIP IN A BRIEF STATEMENT, PLEASE EXPLAIN WHY YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR DIETITIAN TO RECEIVE THIS AWARD MEMBER NAME: ADDRESS: MEMBERSHIP # TELEPHONE# Page 8