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St. Louis Community Info, Saturday, November 5, 2005
Missouri Air National Guard unit carryed the American Flag pass the front of the Soldier's Memorial at the beginning of the Veteran's Day parade.
Honorary Parade Marshall, singer, actress, business-woman, Ms. Connie Stevens.
Staff member from the World Bird Santuary held tight to an American Bald Eagle.
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Large Veteran's Day Observance Was Greeted by Small Crowd
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), November 5, 2005 - The 22nd Annual St. Louis Regional Veteran's Day Observance and Parade, Saturday, November 5, was an opportunity for St. Louisans to show support of those who have proudly served in the armed forces.
Pre-parade observance was held from 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Soldier's Memorial in downtown St. Louis with Master of Ceremony Ron Elz. Activities included a POW/MIA Remembrance; keynote speaker MG Thomas P. Kane, Director, Plans & Programs, Air Mobility Command, US Air Force, Scott Air Force Base; and presentation of the Bob Hardy Veteran's Advocacy Award to Mr. Craig Cornett, which was accepted by his wife.
Singer, actress, business-woman, Ms. Connie Stevens, who toured by Bob Hope around the world at major military bases and hospitals, served as Honorary Parade Marshall.
Family and friends of parade participants gathered along the route to pay their respects.
WW II veteran, Second Lieutenant Robert Wagner, wore his uniform decorated with ribbons and a Purple Heart. He saluted every pass of the American flag.
Responding to a comment from this reporter, Wagner proudly stated, "Yes, my uniform still fits. I'm here again and I will be here every year as long as I can."
Wagner, now age 88, joined the National Guard in 1940 at the age of 23 and then went into the Federal Service (Army). "I was looking for excitement, to have some fun, and to see something," he laughed.
Wagner went from Camp Robinson, Arkansas, to Louisiana, then Fort Ord in California, Fort Lewis in Washington and finally spent a year in Alaska. In 1943, he came back to Fort Benning and received his orders to go oversee as a replacement officer. "I was in Utah Beach after the invasion. I saw combat in Europe until I got out in 1945."
The 14th Armored Re-Creations group of Louisville, KY, brought 3 fully operational McA1 Stuart Tanks, several jeeps, halftracks and heavy trucks for the parade. Volunteers from all over the US including Colorado, Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri and Illinois staff the unit.
US Army Human Resources Command Select Honor Guard performed the POW/MIA Remembrance ceremony, narrated by CSM Wilbert Thompson.
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2002 Veterans Day Observance "St. Louis Veteran's Day Observance Committee Honors
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2001 Veterans Day Observance "Proud to Be an American"
Assisted Living Costs Increase 15% from 2004
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), November 5, 2005 - Assisted living costs in the U.S. increased 15% in the past year, according to the 2005 MetLife Market Survey of Assisted Living Costs.
The average monthly base price rose from $2,524 in 2004 to $2,905 this year, or $34,860 annually. The highest cost was reported in Boston at $4,629 per month, while the lowest was Jackson, Mississippi at $1,642. In St. Louis, MO, the cost averages $2,696.
Assisted living is defined as a housing option for older adults promoting independence and autonomy while also providing services to assist aging individuals with daily living. Facilities can range in size from a small house to a large apartment-style complex, though most have between 25 and 125 units. The study was conducted for the MetLife Mature Market Institute(R) by LifePlans, Inc.
"As the population ages, assisted living is fast becoming a viable and often preferred option for those who are relatively independent, but who need some supportive services and social interaction," said Sandra Timmermann, Ed.D., director of the MetLife Mature Market Institute.
"The cost of care in an assisted living facility is rising rapidly and in many areas, is outpacing inflation. With 15% yearly increases, this type of living arrangement may be out of reach for many people," Timmermann added. "In addition, fees sometimes added to the monthly base cost for services, such as meals delivered to the living quarters and dementia care, may add up, and should be researched carefully."
According to the Assisted Living Federation of America, more than one million Americans live in 20,000 assisted living residences. The typical resident is a woman in her 80's who is either widowed or single. The majority of those in assisted living facilities pay privately or through a long-term care insurance policy. Assisted living facilities traditionally have not been funded through Medicaid, though a number of states have begun covering some services through Medicaid waiver programs. Currently, no federal quality standards exist for assisted living and licensing varies from state to state.
Community Services Projects will Benefit From State Tax Credit Program
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), October 23, 2005 - Gov. Matt Blunt has announced approval of Neighborhood Assistance Program tax credits that will help leverage contributions for community service projects in Shrewsbury and Pettis County.
"The Neighborhood Assistance Program allows businesses to redirect a portion of their tax dollars when they make contributions to local community service projects," Blunt said. "I applaud the generosity of these philanthropic businesses, as well as the work of the local charitable organizations, that together are helping provide a much better quality of life for some of our most vulnerable citizens."
The Missouri Department of Economic Development approved up to $150,000 in NAP tax credits for Cardinal Ritter Senior Services. The tax credits are expected to leverage $300,000 in donations the non-profit agency will use to support independent living, job skills training and employment programs for senior citizens. As a result, dozens of seniors will be able to remain at home and maintain employment while thousands of other low-income seniors will receive home visits and health assessments.
The department also approved up to $250,000 in NAP tax credits for the Children's Therapy Center of Pettis County. The state tax credits could leverage at least $500,000 in donations which will be used to construct a new learning/recreation center for disabled adults. The facility will house programs that provide social, recreation and rehabilitation activities, and teach life skills.
The Missouri Department of Economic Development administers the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP). The program helps not-for-profit organizations raise private-sector funds by providing partial state tax credits to businesses that make contributions to approved community improvement projects.
Businesses can donate cash; materials, supplies or equipment; technical assistance and professional services; labor; real estate; or stocks and bonds. Credits can equal up to 50 percent of the total amount contributed or up to 70 percent for projects located in most rural areas. Businesses donating to this project will receive tax credits at a 50 percent credit level, which can be used to offset their Missouri tax liability.
Not-for-profit organizations participating in the NAP program provide services to help individuals in their community with crime prevention, education, job training, and physical revitalization, or provide community services such as counseling, day care, senior citizen centers, recreation, food and transportation.
Archived St. Louis Community Information:
 Americans Are Using More Credit to Pay for Higher Energy Costs
St. Louis Named Among 100 Best Communities for Young People
Missourians Will Have to Show Proof for New Driver's Licenses
Governor Blunt Signs New Family Legislation
Family Justice Center in Downtown St. Louis
Missouri Governor Matt Blunt Featured Speaker at World Trade Day
Mathews-Dickey Boys' & Girls' Club Receives State Tax Credits for Programs
Local Arts Organizations Receive Grants
More Seniors Use Technology to Stay Connected
New Home Construction in January Sets Monthly Record
St. Louis Launches Project Heartbeat PAD Program
City Library to Open Facility in Old Post Office
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