NEW County Transportation! DID YOU REGISTER??

Back in December we posted about the new County Transportation service!!!Please know this is an expansion of service, it is not replacing any current existing service. It is a pilot program between several cities, townships, and organizations in the County – and hopefully will expand in the future. You will not be losing any current level of service. What this expansion does is enable transportation between cities – like Woodstock to McHenry – which Dial-A-Ride currently cannot offer. There is also an expansion on weekend and evening hours. It simply gives more opportunities for everyone.

Some FAQ’s Frequently Asked Questions

When Does Service Start? Service begins on February 13, 2010. How much? All one-way trips on this new service are $3.00. There are no discounted fares. What time? Take trips between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Will my existing dial-a ride service change? Existing services will remain the same. This is a new, expanded service and does not change existing dial-a-ride services in Crystal Lake, McHenry, Woodstock and McHenry Township.

How do I sign up? To use this service, you must register.

GO TO: www.McHenryCountyDOT.org to register.

Call Sarah Lutz at 815-334-4985 with questions about registration or the service.
For questions or comments about this service, call 815-334-4985. Please leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. An online form is also available. Click here to access the online contact form.

Movie Magic

The Bridges Cast and Crew is ready to make some movie magic!

Most of you know that our volunteer extraordinaire Kris, has written a play for the Bridges clients. They have been rehearsing lines, painting backdrops and collecting props. Today we began the filming of the opening credits. Thanks to all of those who sent in costumes for us to use for the week. Get the popcorn ready!

Colts vs Saints

Bridges clients have subbmitted there picks for the big game! They are very excited to watch the game and to see which one of us predicted the winner! Each client guessed the winner and what their final score would be. Just for fun, here is what everyone said. Saints:Tom C: 31, Joe: 35, Kathy: 7, Vicki: 24, Eirc: 33, Gerry: 17, Lorrie: 9, Ted: 14, Tom H: 20 Colts: Deb: 16, Rachel: 23, Alex: 20, Diana: 17, Megan: 30, Sharon: 41, Ed: 42, Jeff C. 31

Welcome PATTY!!!

WHOOOOOOHOOOOOOO!

All of us would are in good cheer because PATTY is here!

Patty is our new "Q" for the Bridges program. She will be working side by side with Tom, ensuring that all of us work on our goals! We are all very excited to have her join our team.

WELCOME PATTY!

W-2 Statement

W-2 statements were sent home with the clients today. If for some reason the statement does not make it home, the please contact either Tom or Rachel right away! Thanks!

Start the New Year Right!

It's always at this time of year when people reflect and think about New Year's resolutions.

They think about the year to come and all the things that they would like to accomplish.

In Bridges, we're not any different. We would like to start the year out right and focus on our goals for the year. As you know, each client has an IP (Individual Plan) that is created at an annual staffing. However, we would like to ask that we have an additional staffing this January. (This additional staffing will help in getting all the i's dotted, and t's crossed for our files in preparation of funding changes as well.)

A note is being sent home today asking for your availability this January.

Please note: We will not have a staffing for group home or residential clients.