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Chris Thomas IAAP President

I am the IAAP president and have been involved in the activity profession for over 32 years at the Pella Regional Health Center. I keep busy with working, teaching exercise classes, reading, and spending time with family. I have been married for almost 34 years and have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Working with the elderly means a lot to me and I feel it is a true pleasure to see their eyes light up and a smile on their faces when we are finished with an activity. I have served on the IAAP board for many years and would encourage every one to think about the opportunity to serve this organization by being on the Board. Please feel free to email me or call I will try to help in any way I can. My e-mail address is cthomas@pellahealth.org phone number is 641-628-6660 and cell phone number is 641-780-0200.  Hope to see you at the Convention  .Learning and sharing are so important to our profession.  
Message from the President:

The Spring conference this year will be held April 18 at the Gateway Center in Ames. The morning speaker is Janalea Hoffman, owner and founder of Rhythmic Medicine. Janalea is from Olathe, Kansas and brings many years of experience in the music/healing field.
Nikki Carrion is returning to the spring conference as our afternoon speaker. Nikki's session is entitled "Bringing Back Balance. What affects our balance as we age and how to improve it." Nikki is very passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle especially for the elderly.
5 1/2 CEUS will be awarded for attending both sessions. Please join us for the day.
Costs for the conference&emdash;Postmarked by March 31--$115 After March 31 ---$130
If you have any questions regarding registering for the conference you may contact Chris Thomas cthomas@pellahealth.org or Karen Wells Karen.wells@pcitexas.net
Chris Thomas, ADC IAAP President          

Meet our Directors

First Vice-President:
Sue Roth-I am the Certified Activity Director at the Sanford Medical Center/Senior Care in Sheldon. I have worked in Long Term Care since 1075 and have been in Activities for 28 years. I have served on the IAAP Board for the past 5 years as the public relation office and currently have been elected to the 1st VP position. I am involved in the NW Iowa Activity Coordinators Assoc and Sanford Medical Center-Sioux Falls Activity coordinators network. I and my husband Kevin have two grown daughters and one grandson. I like to spend time with my husband and my maltese "Otis" on walks, and also time with my grandson, family and friends, LOGOS at church, exercising, shopping, antiquing, and just celebrating life.  
Second Vice President:
My name is Candy Schainker, Second Vice President. I am an alum of The University of Missouri, graduating in 1978 with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. I have been fortunate to work in the activity profession for the past 25 years. I have developed a good root system at Story County Medical Center, as I have been working as the Director of the Activities Program for the last 24 years. Story County Medical Center is a 40 bed acute hospital and a 78 bed Long Term Care Facility in Nevada, Iowa. It is fun to work in a hospital based nursing facility, one that values the quality of life of the residents, and provides support to the staff. Everyone should be blessed with this kind of work environment. My 24 year membership with IAAP has definitely enriched my professional and personal life. The meetings, symposiums,conferences and networking opportunities continue to energize and inspire me. IAAP is an invaluable resource. IAAP is about support-support from fellow activity professionals who become confidants, offer help, and share great ideas. I encourage everyone to take advantage of this great organization. I am pleased to give something back to this group, serving as your Secretary.You can reach me at cschainker@scmc.nevada.org. or call me at 515-382-2111(w).

Third Vice President:
Diana Kroes-I have been working in the activity profession in Pella, Iowa for over 24 years. I've had the privilege of being with seniors in Long Term Care, Adult Day Care and now Independent Living. I enjoy being on the IAAP Board…they are a wonderful group of professional women. Many years ago I held this same board position and I look forward to doing it again.

Treasurer:
Karen Wells- Activity Director of University Park Nursing and Rehab in Des Moines-My position is Treasurer. This has been a wonderful opportunity to further my education and knowledge of the profession as well as developing new friendships. I can't say enough about the Board members and how supportive they are and the years of experience they have to share. I encourage everyone to take the opportunity of being a part of the Board. I am secretary-treasurer of Union Park Ind. Christian Church and very much involved with my church. I have been married for 39 years. My husband is retired and we have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I am currently the President of the Central District of IAAP. It is my privilege to be a part of this fine organization. Contact me at University Park Nursing and Rehab in Des Moines work #515-284-1280 Fax# 515-284-0127 e-mail Karen.wells@pcitexas.net

Secretary:
Hi I am Venita Franey, Activity Director Jefferson Manor, in Jefferson, Iowa. 2003 is my first year as a member of the IAAP Board, I feel blessed to serve. Currently I hold the position of secretary.  My primary jobs are to record the minutes of the board meetings and the IAAP awards program.  As a board member, I also assist during the conventions to hand out CEU's, introduce speakers, and any other jobs that come up.  I am so excited for Iowa activity professionals to share professional experiences on am IAAP message board. This opportunity will increase Iowa Association of Activity Professional's networking and growth. WE ROCK! Feel free to contact me at 100 Ram Drive,Jefferson, Iowa 50129 My personal email is Venitaf@excite.com work phone is 515 386-4107 fax number is 515 386-2347.
 
Treasurer's Assistant Trustee:
Cindy Bell-- am the Activity Director at the Evangelical Free Church Home in Boone, a position I have proudly held for the past 23 years. I am not really new to this Board, having also served the roles of Public Relations and First Vice President over the past years. This board is dedicated to bringing quality conferences, information, and assistance to all activity professionals in the state. Many life experiences have prepared and sustained me in the field of Activities including wife, mother of 3, grandmother of 3, daughter, volunteers, breast cancer survivor, student, church member, and friend.

Trustee- Newsletter:
Karen Patrick-I have a new position on the IAAP board. I am now the Newsletter Trustee. I have enjoyed working on the board the last four years as the treasurer-a job I took with reservations but did enjoy as I got to know many new friends. I would like to encourage you to apply for a position on the board, the tasks are made easier from the rewards you receive-new friends and new knowledge. I have been an Activity Professional for over 12 years. I have been married almost 25 years, have 3 sons, two grandsons, and a cat. I am active in my church, our town betterment foundation, and a bowling league.

Trustee-Public Relations:
Lori Clark-I have worked in Activities at Pella Regional Health Center Long-Term Care for 18 years. I have an Associates Degree in Health Care Administration. I have also taken the Activity Director's class at DMACC; as well as having CAN and CMA certification. I can be reached at 641-628-6660 or 641-780-1370, or my email address is lclark@pellahealth.org. I look forward to meeting you.

Resource Room Assistant
Diane Kiley -I am the Resource room Assistant which means I help out in anyway getting venders who want to display their products at the convention.  I am also this year working on getting all of the District Leaders contacted and put on a list so you will know who to call in your district to attend meetings.  I am from Clarion Iowa and work at Wright Medical Center.  I am the manager of the Independent Living Facility. I organize all the volunteers, manage the Hospital Gift Shop, and am the Activity director at our brand new Assisted Living Facility.  Please feel free to contact me anytime at 515-532-3923 or 515-851-2120 and I will return your call as it is important to the organization and myself.  Or you can e-mail me at dkiley @wrightmed.com