Hello PFLC Parents and Friends,

We have just received communication from Tiffany Bailey, Associate Deputy Director, SODC Operations, State of Illinois regarding visiting your loved one at the Ludeman Center.  Steps are in place to limit the COVID19 exposure to the residents staff, and all who enter the Ludeman campus.

“Visitors will be asked to not enter the residential homes, but will be redirected to another location in order for the COVID19 checklist to be completed. If anything on the list is answered “yes” or a visitor has visible signs of illness (cough, sneezing, running nose) they will not be allowed to visit.” 

“For those who do visit we will be requesting hand sanitizer be used when completing the checklist and again upon entry to the home. At times, we may ask that you visit in a conference room not in a residential home- depending upon the medical acuity of folks at any given home and/or the current presence of influenza at the Center.”

Attached is additional information regarding the steps being taken to keep everyone healthy during this time of exposure to the COVID19 virus.

20200304_IDPH_COVID-19_Guidance_LTC

Take Care of Yourself and Stay Healthy!

Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center (PFLC)

Hello PFLC Parents and Friends,

PFLC has just received information regarding the Illinois Special Olympics events scheduled for this weekend.    

According to the Special Olympics Illinois website:

“Special Olympics Illinois State Basketball Championships at Illinois State University and at Illinois Wesleyan University, in Bloomington/Normal, have been cancelled this weekend.

In addition, the Unified State Basketball Championships, in conjunction with the IHSA State Championships, in Peoria have been cancelled this weekend as well. It is our goal to keep the safety of our athletes foremost in everything that we do. With the large number of players and others at each of these competitions, we felt it was necessary to make this difficult decision.

NOTE: There are currently no confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) with any Special Olympics Illinois athlete.”

Additional information is available on their website:

Special Olympics Illinois

Regards,
Sarah Ross
PFLC Corresponding Secretary
ludemanpflc.org
ludeman.pflc@gmail.com

Hello PFLC Parents and Friends,

To stay up-to-date regarding the Corona-virus illness, there are two websites that will will help you stay informed.

VOR (Voice of Reason) is a nationwide Developmentally Disabled support organization located in Illinois that offers advice regarding the Corona-virus on their website. 

VOR – The Coronavirus and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

The Illinois Department of Public Health website has information regarding the current state and valuable guidance on keeping yourself and others healthy during this time of health concerns.

 Illinois Department of Public Health

Stay safe and keep in touch with your loved ones.

Regards,
Sarah Ross
PFLC Corresponding Secretary
ludemanpflc.org
ludeman.pflc@gmail.com

Hello PFLC Parents and Friends,

PFLC has received information that our elected officials are planning on continuing the ‘Money Follows the Person’ program.  The intent of this program is to re-purpose funding to the Community and away from facilities like Ludeman. 

PFLC’s position is that the needs of individuals vary, and a Community setting is not always appropriate for all Developmentally Disabled individuals. 

The VOR organization has provided a very simple way to reach out to your government officials and oppose the renewal of this program.  Additional information is available on the link below.  The VOR website provides a means to populate who your government officials are, and a pre-formatted letter that allows you to oppose renewing the ‘Money Follows the Person’ program.

VOR Action Alert

Thank you for standing tall for the Developmentally Disabled Community and Ludeman.

Regards,
Sarah Ross
PFLC Corresponding Secretary
ludemanpflc.org
ludeman.pflc@gmail.com

It’s Giving Tuesday Today!!!

Please consider donating to Parents & Friends of Ludeman Center on Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2019.  We are no longer conducting the PFLC Annual Nut Sale, which was our flagship fundraiser for over 40 years.  We are hoping to encourage your generous donation to our organization so we can continue to provide Dance Parties and other exciting events for the individuals at the Ludeman Center.   

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, for your generous support!

Please consider sending an end of year donation on Giving Tuesday to:
Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center
PO Box 754
Park Forest, IL 60466

And if you happen to find some extra cash $$$ between the couch cushions after your holiday celebration, we’ll accept that too, even if it’s not Giving Tuesday. 

The Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center wish you and yours Happy Holidays!

Hello Parents & Friends of Ludeman Center!

Happy Holidays, Shopping, and Giving times are here!

If you are a Cyber Monday shopper, be sure to use the Amazon Smile link for our organization!

When you shop Cyber Monday deals at smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7156752, AmazonSmile donates to Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center at no cost to you!

It’s Giving Tuesday Day Tomorrow!!!

On Tuesday, December 3, Please consider donating to Parents & Friends of Ludeman Center on Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2019.  We are no longer conducting the PFLC Annual Nut Sale, which was our flagship fundraiser for over 40 years.  We are hoping to encourage your generous donation to our organization so we can continue to provide Dance Parties and other exciting events for the individuals at the Ludeman Center.   

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, for your generous support!

Please consider sending an end of year donation on Giving Tuesday to:
Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center
PO Box 754
Park Forest, IL 60466

The Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center wish you and yours Happy Holidays!

Hello PFLC Parents and Friends!

Take a look at our Fall Fun Fest 2019 photo gallery! There are so many Ludeman individuals and families enjoying the day thanks to the new Glider Swing donors, a family sponsorship, and your generous donations.  Click on the link below to go to the web page, and we hope to see you this Sunday, October 27th at our Fall General Meeting.

PFLC Fall Fun Fest 2019

Happy Fall from your Parents and Friends of Ludeman Center

Hello PFLC Parents and Friends,

PFLC Amazon Smile