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Business of the Month--Brookshire EMS

Brookshire EMS
P.O. Box 908 (911 Gresham)
Brookshire, Texas 77423

bpems@consolidated.net

Phone:  281-934-1275     Fax:  281-934-4866

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In 1975, Brookshire-Pattison Area Volunteer Emergency Ambulance Corp. was formed by a group of dedicated volunteers.  At that time, 501(c)(3) status was established with the Internal Revenue Service, and is still in effect.  At the present time, we do business as Brookshire EMS, and provide emergency (9-1-1) ambulance service for the City of Brookshire and it’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.  

Our strength is in our personnel.  They will always strive to be the best that they can be and provide the best care that they can provide.  For many years, the organization operated strictly with volunteers. However, in recent years it has become more expensive and more time-consuming to obtain the required training and certification.  As a result, the organization has evolved into one that utilizes both paid and volunteer personnel.  Brookshire EMS is a community-oriented organization and our volunteers and employees participate in many community functions.  

We are limited not by our abilities, but only by our resources.  As with many non-profits, Brookshire EMS always needs funding for both routine operating expenses and for special projects.  Presently, our funding comes from several sources, including the following:

** Brookshire EMS charges a fee for service.  However, less than half of those fees are paid and our services are provided regardless of ability to pay.  

** The City of Brookshire provides part of our funding.

** Part of our funding comes from donations.  Because we are a non-profit organization and have 501(c)(3) status with the Internal Revenue Service, donations to Brookshire EMS are tax-deductible.  

** Part of our funding comes from fundraising events.  Recent events include a raffle, a silent auction, a salad lunch, and the sale of smoked ribs.  

** We also active seek grants and other funding sources.  Recently, we were successful in obtaining funding from Texas Department of State Health Services for a new ambulance.  We also received funding through a General Mills program for the purchase of CPR training equipment.  

If you are interested in volunteering, supporting our fundraising events, making a donation, or simply have questions about Brookshire EMS and our operations, please contact us at  281-934-1275.  We will be glad to answer your questions or provide you with additional information.

Brookshire VFD Garage Sale

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On Friday, June 19, the Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary held a garage sale.  They would like to thank everyone that came by.  All proceeds will go towards Gaiter Aid and bottled water for the firemen while they fight fires.  If you would like to make monitory donations, please contact Frances Gibbs at 713-560-4105.

Brookshire Celebrates Juneteenth

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Brookshire celebrated its 18^th annual Juneteenth Festival. The festivities began June 19^th with the Juneteenth Youth Summit.  Later that night everyone gathered in the Convention Center for the Gospel Praise Explosion that featured various Church Choirs, Music Groups, Soloists and Praise Dancers.

On Saturday, June 20^th, the celebration continued with Mayor Joseph Vaughn leading the parade through Brookshire. This year we were happy to see some new faces in the lineup, such as Cerda*Fied Specialists pulling a trailer displaying their beautiful Wrought Iron work, and Stephens Flowers Funeral Services that are new to our area.  We were happy to see Royal High School Marching Band take the time out of their summer to join in.  A BIG Thank You goes out to Chief Prejean and the Brookshire P.D. for helping with traffic control.

After the parade, everyone found their way to Hovas Park for a full day of fun. The water park was open and a rock wall was brought in to climb.  We were happy to see more booths this year….lots of variety from which to select.  We were happy to have Ms. Willie Mae Jenkins, an area author, promoting her new book, “My Calling.” 

We would like to thank everyone who helped and participated in making this another great success again this year.

Business of the Month--ConcordisRyland

 Yolanda Fusilier, Broker Affiliate

  ConcordisRyland, 7000 Regency Square, Suite 190
Houston, Texas 77036
713-952-5066 ext. 103
Fax: 713-952-7230

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Through our strategic alliances our solutions work locally and globally allowing us to combine global real estate capability with local market expertise. Services offered to clients include: strategic planning; acquisition and disposition; landlord and tenant representation; site selection & implementation; project management, appraisal, property and facility management for users and investors.

Why ConcordisRyland?  Our primary goal is to exceed our client's expectation, and we don't just say it. Our fees are subject to adjustment based on our performance.

Our Mission:  We are committed to raising the bar for delivery of professional real estate solutions in our changing world by embracing diversity and harnessing its power. Here's what our client's say:

·         Respected
·         Trusted
·         Innovative
·         Provides Time and Money Saving Techniques
·         Range of Expertise

At ConcordisRyland, we are committed to providing extraordinary commercial real estate solutions. By working as partners with our clients we are able to develop strategies that help our clients exceed their goals and objectives. Our success can be credited to our reputation, work ethics, range of knowledge, developing trusting relationships, and our ability to successfully develop solutions for complex assignments. Since our beginnings more than 15 years ago, we have grown steadily and now serve the commercial real estate needs of those in the public and private sector. ConcordisRyland is an active participant in the commercial real estate community and has a respected reputation for its successful handling of commercial real estate transactions.

Our Real Estate Knowledge:   President and CEO Ed Ryland holds the prestigious CCIM designation recognized as the PhD of commercial real estate. Of the more than 125,000 commercial real estate professionals nationwide, only an estimated six percent are Certified Commercial Investment Members (CCIM). Our team continually receives advanced training that ensures we provide state-of-the-art information and techniques to our clients. In addition to the prestigious CCIM, our associates also belong to organizations such as; Houston Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, National Association of Real Estate Brokers, Commercial Real Estate Network, Greater Houston Partnership and Houston Minority Business Council, are just a few.

Our Community Involvement:  ConcordisRyland has always believed in community involvement.  Donating time and money to local organizations such as prison ministries, Association for Advancement of Mexican Americans, Literacy Advance, JASA House (an organization for women and children suffering from domestic violence), Escae Center, City of Houston Government Procurement Expo, the Institute for Inner City Commercial Real Estate Development and other charities and not-profit organizations.  We believe that community involvement is critical to improving the quality of life for all.

2009 - Cinco de Mayo Parade

2009 Brookshire, Texas - Cinco de Mayo Parade

Enjoy this slideshow of parade photos as well as the previous post with MORE photos of the parade (including the Police Department's photos) and the celebration.

2009 Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Here are some pictures of the 2009 Cinco de Mayo celebration held in Brookshire, Texas, including NEW photos from the Police Department! View PHOTOS. For more parade photos, see the slideshow above in the next post.

Business of the Month--First Texas Home Health

First Texas Home Health

Katy/Fulshear
(see below for Sealy Branch information)
30417 5th Street, Suite C-2
Fulshear, Texas 77441

281-829-9314
Fax: 281-346-8014

 MEDICARE/MEDICAID CERTIFIED, STATE LICENSED, HIPAA COMPLIANT
"A Member of Texas Association of Homecare "

The Fulshear office is staffed with qualified personnel that will help meet your needs.

Jessica E. Akposhen, RN	Jessica has 1 1/2 years of home health experience. Oasis. SOC, post-hospital, recertification, discharge, routine, teaching, IV, wound care, wound vac, medication regeme.
Debra Coussens	Debra is a life-long resident of the Katy, Texas area. She has 20 years of experience in the medical field with a focus in geriatric care and management services. Debra maintains CMA and RMA registrations with the state of Texas.
Belinda Valla, RN	Belinda has 9 ½ years experience in home health.  She is presently employed full time as a postpartum nurse.  She has worked in Med-Surg, Emergency Room, Case Management, Discharge Planning and Labor & Delivery.
Jennifer Collazos,LVN	Jennifer obtained her BS degree from the University of Texas in 1998. She graduated from nursing school in early 2007 with a 4.0 grade point average while serving as class president. Jennifer was also a research assistant at MD Anderson hospital in Houston, Texas and began working in home health in 2007.
Phyllis Godwin, RN	Prior to employment with First Texas, Phyllis's past experience includes 3 1/2 years as a med/surg nurse. She also has over 10 years experience in quality, infection control and occupational health. Phyllis is certified in both infection control and case management.
Nandra Dennis, MSW	2007 member of the Sigma Phi Omega, Phi Alpha Honor Society. Interned at Parkway Place in Houston, Texas. Past experience with Sheltering Arms, St. Joseph Manor in Bryan Texas. She is also an interpreter for the deaf.
Tara Schneider, CNA	Tara has 3 years experience in home health.
Anne Frye, Business Development	Anne began her home health career at First Texas in 2005. Prior to home health, she was employed 10 years by Kimberly-Clark as an Account Manager. Anne has over 30 years experience in marketing and management. She graduated from Southwest Texas State University in 1976 with a BS in Merchandising/Marketing.

 

Sealy Office
324 Meyer St.
Sealy, Texas

979-877-0900

Open Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Liz Kainer is a licensed physical therapist and Patty Wright is a licensed occupational therapist. They both received their Bachelor of Science degrees in 1989 at UTMB in Galveston.

They have been providing therapy services in a variety of settings for 19 years and are excited to now bring their knowledge and experience to 1st Texas Home Health in their hometown of Sealy.

They love the fact that their jobs allow them to help people get good quality rehabilitation in the comfort of their own home after a hospitalization, surgery or illness.  They specialize in treating patients who have had joint replacements, strokes, amputations, orthopedic surgeries, fractures, arthritis, heart surgeries, cancer, Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions.

The patients are evaluated based on individual needs and then personalized goals are set. Basic home modifications are made to improve patient safety and mobility, promoting independence and allowing the patient to return to normal activities.

When home health is an option you have the right to choose the agency of our choice. 1st Texas Home Health is the one agency housed and locally staffed in Sealy.

Mission Statement: 1^st First Texas Home Health envisions a health care delivery system in which all persons receive high quality care in an atmosphere of respect for human dignity.  1^st First Texas Home Health seeks measures to promote the many aspects of health care that contribute to comprehensive home care, while achieving and maintaining the fiscal integrity necessary for operations.

Largest Crowd Ever Gathers for Aggie Muster

by Jackie Craver

“The largest crowd ever of Former Students from Texas A&M University gathered together in Waller County on April 21 for the annual Texas Aggie Muster in honor of all Texas Aggies who have passed away within the last year,” announced Kay Woodley, Class of ‘78, and Susan Hopkins, Class of ‘77, 2009 Muster Chairs.

Various Muster activities, including reliving the Memories of Texas A&M by Former Students Byron Wehner, Class of ‘39; Edmondy “Dusty” Turner, Class of ‘46; Sam Estes, Class of ‘59; Charlie Menke, Class of ‘64; Betty McCormick, Class of ‘81; Victoria Jozwiak, Class of ‘91 and Lewis “JR” Schiel, Jr., Class of ‘03.

The evening began with the Aggie War Hymn, the invocation given by Tom Finch, Class of ‘77, and the Muster Tradition by Dr. James Woodley, DVM, Class of ‘68. Following dinner at Repka’s, in a Texas A&M decorated room, Michael Diezi, Class of ‘74, introduced the evening’s guest speaker, Larry Cooper, Class of ’77. Mr. Cooper is the Director of Marketing for The Association of Former Students at Texas A&M University.

The Texas Aggie Muster tradition spans over a century and was observed in more than 300 locations around the world. These Muster gatherings are held in many unique places ranging from battleships and foxholes during World War II to ballrooms and steakhouses.  Over the years, Aggie Muster has grown to be one of Texas A&M’s most revered traditions.  Muster honors the memory of A&M men and women whose death prevents them from answering Roll Call at Muster.  “Roll Call for the Absent” was read by Odis K. Styers, Class of ‘08.

The Roll Call, a roster compiled of all former and current students who have died over the past year, was read by Stan Kitzman, Class of ‘88.  As each name was called, a friend or family member answered “Here!” symbolizing that their memory lives on in the hearts of Aggies everywhere, and a candle was lit in their memory. Rosemary Gambino, Class of ‘83, read the traditional “The Last Corp Trip.”

Muster is more than just a ceremony; it is a way for Aggies to renew, each year, the loyalty and unity which constitute the foundation of their friendship for each other and love and devotion for their school. Matthew Bettis, Class of ’08 read “In Memoriam” and in closing Matt Menke, Class of ’98, lead “The Spirit of Aggieland.”

The evening also included the election of new officers for the Waller County A&M Club, presented by Robbie Peterson, Class of ‘96.

Many thanks to everyone on the program; to Barbara Repka, and the entire staff at Repka’s for a wonderful meal & A&M cake; to Dr. Jim & Kay Woodley for the flower arrangements; to Victoria Jozwiak of The Verandah for the maroon and white table linens; to Laurie Bettis for preserving the evening in pictures, and to attended and who made this year’s Muster so very special!

Article furnished by our partners at the Times Tribune

 

22nd Annual Brookshire Masonic Lodge Scholarship Fish Fry

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Saturday, April 11^th saw it’s 22 year for this event at the Pattison Area Volunteer Fire Department.  The menu included catfish, french fries or potato salad, coleslaw, bread, and a drink. The feast was prepared by Howard Priner, Tim Tyler, Paul Hansen and Chris Ryland, Brookshire Masonic Lodge members.  Lodge members, S. C. Bell, Tom Marshall, Ralph Hansen, Nick Marcilier, Dorsel White, Ted Krenek and Yehiel Fridfertieg served the food and refreshments. 

A silent and live auction was also a great success.  Commissioner Glenn Beckendorff held the position as Auctioneer, while Bud and Sandy Dumesnil along with Joe Trimm, Jr. worked the auction. 

All proceeds go toward scholarships for Royal High School Students. 

If you would like to donate to the Masonic Lodge Scholarship Fund, contact Secretary of the Brookshire Masonic Lodge, W. L. Wotipka at 713-298-9473.

Photos are courtesy of Laura Parker-Fox from the Times Tribune.

2009 Easter Egg Hunt at the Oaks at Brookshire

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Photos courtesy of Laura Parker-Fox from the Times Tribune

The Oaks at Brookshire held there annual Easter Egg Hunt, April 11th for their residents and the community was invited.  With the help of Alpha Koppa Alpha Sorority, and the ladies from Pattison United Methodist Church the event was a great success.  The facility also wants to thank B & B Grocery for giving  a discount on the eggs purchased  that were decorated by the residents for the Easter Bunny to hid.