Chaplain David Clements
Jim Galbraith introduced Chaplain David Clements from the Denton County Jail System. Chaplain Clements provides services at the Denton County Jail, was a member of the Texas Army National Guard on several deployments, and provides Chaplain Services at the DFW Airport. He has worked with Denton County for six years but was deployed several times with the Guard during these years.
His Chaplain Services mission is “caring for others.” Whether in the military or civilian environment, the valves are “Nurture the Living, Care for the Wounded, and Honor the Fallen.” There are 1,400 individuals in the Denton County Jail, with the majority awaiting trial. The typical time served is 90 days, but some are there longer awaiting appeals, etc. Almost 90% of the individuals are addicted to drugs or alcohol. The Chaplain works with these individuals to break the addiction cycle during these difficult times in their lives. He provides literature, counseling, and spiritual comfort to each person. He also helps individuals with family notifications and information.
During his Guard deployments, the Chaplain was tasked with providing spiritual comfort to soldiers in difficult combat situations in Iraq and at work to secure the Texas border. Whether dealing with a hostile attack or the loss of a member of the military, the Chaplain is there to provide spiritual comfort and witness the power of faith to the individuals and families. He highlighted situations in each of the deployments. The Chaplain is also very active in programs for the prevention of suicide.
His duties at the DFW Airport are to counsel and help travelers or airport employees in stressful situations. He also provides support for military escorts who are transferring the remains of fallen soldiers to their final resting place.
As a community, we are so fortunate to have individuals such as Chaplain Clements to minister to those in need.
Janice Quick
A Fun Afternoon of Kiwanis Club Bingo
The Kiwanis Club of Robson Ranch was thrilled to have 300 Robson Ranch residents attend the recent Bingo, a record sell-out attendance for the Kiwanis Bingo.
The Kiwanis Club has a Texas Charitable Bingo license, which allows it to award cash prizes to Bingo game winners. At this recent Bingo, 22 people won cash prizes for winning in the Bingo games, and another 17 people won door prizes!
Janice Quick, a Kiwanis member and experienced Bingo caller, engages the players in each game and ensures a fun Bingo experience. She works to create a variety of Bingo card winning patterns to keep the games interesting. Other Kiwanis Club members support her in coordinating the event.
The next Bingo dates will be Sundays, March 23, June 22, and Sept. 21.
Bingo is a major fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club, and 100% of the proceeds are donated to local charities to support the kids and families of Denton County. The Kiwanis members enjoy having a fun afternoon with their friends and neighbors! We appreciate everyone’s participation and know that it is going toward improving the lives of kids and families in Denton County.
Leslie Morris, PA-C WCC
Kiwanis Club Introduced to R3 Wound Care and Hyperbarics in Argyle
Bill Wilson, Kiwanis Club president, introduced Bob Childs, founder of R3 Wound Care and Hyperbarics; Leslie Morris, PA-C WCC; Rose Beck, RN; and Megan Cameron, Director of Business Development.
Bob introduced the history of R3. The company was founded in 2013 in San Antonio when Bob, an entrepreneur, saw a need for more accessible Wound Care and Hyperbaric Treatment (HBOT) for patients. R3 was the first Wound Care and HBOT clinic not affiliated with a hospital. As a result, patients can still receive the same great care but at a fraction of the cost. Smaller clinics are easier for patients to physically access (parking, size of clinic, etc.).
Leslie Morris explained the major services provided by R3. Leslie has been a physician assistant for over 30 years and has completed research projects related to wound care that have received national recognition. Most recently, she attended a Symposium on Advanced Wound Care in which her research presentation was nominated to be among the top 2% of all projects submitted.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
• 100% Oxygen under pressure.
• Mainly used to treat crush injuries, compromised skin flaps/grafts, bone infection, radiation damage (tissue, bladder, colon/rectal), gangrene, carbon monoxide poisoning, diabetic wounds with bone infection, or abscesses.
• For non-Medicare plans, some plans also cover surgical wounds that are not healed after 30 days.
• Five days per week, usually 12 to 30 treatments.
• Radiation wounds, often internal, can be up to 60 treatments.
• About 1.5 hours in treatment length.
• Can enjoy watching Netflix, sleeping, etc.
Wound Care and Advanced Wound Care for:
• Diabetic Ulcers
• Radiation Wounds
• Traumatic Wounds
• Post-Surgical Wounds
• Arterial Ulcers
• Others
The Kiwanis Club members expressed appreciation for R3 providing these services so close to Robson Ranch.
For more information about R3, see their website at r3healing.com.
Charlotte Ivy, Mayberry Gardens
Kiwanis Club Welcomes Mayberry Gardens Presentation
At a recent Kiwanis Club of Robson Ranch, Bill Wilson, president, introduced Charlotte Ivy, activities director of Mayberry Gardens. Charlotte, a Robson Ranch resident, provided an overview of Mayberry Gardens, an assisted living community in Denton. The facility includes five houses that provide living arrangements for 75 residents. The facilities offer three levels of care, from assisted living to memory care.
Each home is designed to accommodate 15 residents in a beautiful home-like setting, allowing for privacy and social interactions. Daily activities are designed to meet the needs and interests of each individual. The professional staff provides all the activities of daily living, giving gentle, loving care. The staffing level increases according to the needs of the residents in each of the three levels of care.
Charlotte works to provide fun and stimulating activities for the residents. These include games like Bingo and Dominoes and visits from various individuals, such as Master Gardeners, to speak. There are also special events, including the ever-popular Car Shows. One of the most stimulating and fun activities for the residents is music. Often, pianists, harpists, or even drummers engage the residents in music that frequently brings back fond memories of times in their lives.
In addition to games and entertainment, Charlotte leads the residents in several service projects that are very rewarding to the residents. The first is a project to make food bags for school kids in need. About 1,000 bags are made each month for distribution by Denton ISD to select kids on Fridays so that they will be assured food for the weekend. The second is to assemble essential toiletry bags for the homeless. These bags include small portions of daily needs that the individual can comfortably carry in a backpack. Working on these projects enhances the sense of purpose in the lives of the residents.
Charlotte and her team always need volunteers to assist in the activities and spend time visiting with the residents. There is also a need for donations to fund the service projects. For more information about Mayberry Gardens, see their website at www.mayberrygardens.com/mayberry-gardens-denton-tx.
Kiwanis Club of Robson Ranch Craft Bazaar April 5
It is time to showcase the creative people at Robson Ranch and local neighboring craft vendors. There will be quite a range of crafts for sale, from handmade jewelry to handbags to 3D-printed children’s toys.
The Kiwanis Club of Robson Ranch will hold its annual Craft Bazaar on Saturday, April 5. The Bazaar will run from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will be held in the Robson Ranch clubhouse ballroom.
This Kiwanis Club fundraiser, made possible by the vibrant Robson community, provides crucial donations to organizations that support the kids and families in Denton County.