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  ISSUE 46 SPRING 2009  
DID YOU KNOW THAT TIP VOLUNTEERS RESPOND TO ALL TYPES OF CALLS?

THESE ARE SOME EXAMPLES OF SOME CALLS VOLUNTEERS HAVE BEEN ON RECENTLY.

- A TIP Volunteer was called to be with a young boy when the police were arresting his parents. The volunteer spent nearly eight hours with the child at the police station.

- TIP assisted family members after an officer involved shooting.

- A TIP Volunteer was called to be with a family after their young daughter reported that her father had touched her inappropriately.

- A TIP Volunteer supported a mother after her son was arrested for physical assault.

Executive Director
Sue Rutherford
Sue@TIPofAZ.org
PO Box 25195
Prescott Valley, AZ 86312
(928)445-4655 or
(928)300-8479

TIP Volunteer Training Academy starts March 26th in Verde Valley/Sedona Area.

Sue Rutherford - Executive Director

Trainees learn how to provide emotional and practical support to citizens in crisis, in addition to learning how to work on emergency scenes. Our volunteers say their work with TIP is one of the most rewarding experiences they have had in their lives.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a TIP Volunteer,

Visit www.TIPofAZ.org or call (928)445-4655 or (928)300-8479

You Can Make A Difference!

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"Very helpful...well done"

-- Verde Valley Fire District

TIP of AZ Stats
(February 2009)

· Calls: 35
· Response Time: 32 minutes
· Average Time on a Call: 2hrs, 2min
· Clients Assisted: 96
· Emergency Personnel Assisted: 173
· Hours Donated by TIP Volunteers: 4,704
· Responded to 100% of calls

March 2009 TIP Graduation

TIP Teen Honored with Award The Yavapai West Chapter of TIP of AZ was pleased to welcome ten new volunteers to the organization at the March volunteer meeting. The new volunteers began their training in February, and learned about emotional first aid, working with fire, police, and hospital agencies, local resources, and completed ride alongs with police officers and fire crews.

“Training to become a TIP Volunteer is intensive and thorough. It takes a very special person to be able to walk into someone’s life during their darkest hours and give them support and guidance. We are so proud of all of our volunteers, and welcome our new graduates” says TIP of AZ Executive Director, Sue Rutherford.

For more information about becoming a TIP Volunteer, visit www.TIPofAZ.org or call (928)445-4655 or (928)300-8479

Portrait Park By J

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Damsels in De-Stress 2009

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Meet Our Volunteers!

Kim P. Kim P. - Yavapai West Chapter

How long have you been a TIP Volunteer? 6 months

Family? I have one daughter, Michelle, who is 22 years old. I also have three frisky dogs that keep me laughing. Zappa – Standard Schnauzer, Gomez – German Shepherd, and Dora - German Shepherd/Beagle mix; and two horses, Jesse – Thoroughbred, Sonny – Welsh/Quarter mix. Back in Illinois are my incredible parents, three brothers, two sisters and their spouses, and numerous nephews and nieces and their growing families.

How long have you lived in the area? I moved to Chino Valley in May of 2005.

What do you do outside of TIP? I am employed full-time at North Central University. I am also a volunteer Big Sister to Miranda, a wonderful 15 year old. I enjoy gardening, taking care of my animals, horseback riding, and working out.

What do you like about being a TIP Volunteer? I appreciate learning from an incredible group of volunteers, and am fortunate to assist those in need.

Faye K. Faye K. - Yavapai East Chapter

How long have you been a TIP Volunteer? 1 year

Family? I have one extremely supportive husband, Steve, three grown children, and six incredible grandchildren.

How long have you lived in the area? We've lived in the Village of Oak Creek for almost nine years. We moved to Sedona from Northridge, California (earthquake country).

What do you do outside of TIP? I have been a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children (CASA) for over eight years. We are privileged to have a wonderful Superior Court Judge, Robert Brutinel, who knows every CASA by name. I am also Vice-president of CASA Children's Center, which raises money to award grants to needy children.

I am delighted to be a volunteer for the Jewish Community of Sedona & the Verde Valley. We're having another Deli Day on April 22nd. Enjoy an authentic Cornned Beef Sandwich, with all the trimmings!

In my spare time, I play Mah Jongg, Bridge, and have fun with my hunk of a husband and our two rescued cockapoos.

What do you like about being a TIP Volunteer? I like being a TIP because the training was and continues to be fantastic. I truly feel that I make a difference with our client survivors. I can't fix it, which makes this volunteer work incredibly freeing.


Copyright © 2009 Access 13. All rights reserved. TIP TV Show, Volunteer Angels, Nominated For Award

Access13 of Prescott and Prescott Valley have announced nominees for the 10th Annual Cable Access Awards Show. Through March 30, 2009 you can cast your vote online at www.access13.org. Winners will be announced at the 10th Annual Cable Access Awards Show to be held at Yavapai College Performance Hall on April 25, 2009.

TIP was nominated in two categories: Series Program of the Year and Inspirational Program of the Year.

There is only one vote per IP address. If you do not have computer access and wish to cast your vote, paper ballots are available at Access13, located at 824 E. Gurley St, on the second floor of the Grace Sparkes Activity Center. For more information, please call the station at (928) 445-0909.

Vote Today!

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You Shop, TIP Wins

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Support Your Neighbors In Crisis

NO ONE SHOULD BE ALONE DURING THEIR DARKEST HOURS

Tragedy can strike anyone at any moment. A fire could destroy a family’s home. A wife becomes a widow in a matter of moments. An auto accident can change a child’s life forever. We see it in the news everyday. TIP Volunteers are available every moment of the day to respond at a moment’s notice to assist a stranger in need.

This year, we hope that you will consider giving a gift to your neighbors by supporting the Trauma Intervention Program. Any donation, great or small, is deeply appreciated. In 2008, we are also kicking off our Wonderful 100 Club. We are looking for 100 individuals and businesses to donate $100. TIP of Arizona, Inc is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and your donation is tax deductible.

We appreciate your support of the community and wish you a happy and safe new year!

You may donate online now, or print the form below.


Support TIP today!
Support TIP today!

TRAUMA INTERVENTION PROGRAMS OF ARIZONA, INC
PO BOX 25195 PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ 86312
PHONE: 928-445-4655 FAX: 866-717-8189
www.TIPofAZ.org

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User Agencies, Towns, and Cities

Camp Verde Fire District
Central Yavapai Fire District
Chino Valley Fire District
Chino Valley Police Department
Town of Chino Valley
Clarkdale Fire District
Cottonwood Fire Department
Cottonwood Police Department
City of Cottonwood
Mayer Fire District
Montezuma - Rimrock Fire District
Prescott Fire Department
Prescott Police Department
City of Prescott
Prescott Valley Police Department
Town of Prescott Valley
City of Sedona
Sedona Fire District
Sedona Police Department
Verde Valley Fire District
Verde Valley Medical Center
     (Cottonwood & Sedona Campus)
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office
Yavapai Regional Medical Center
     (East & West Campus)

Advisory Board Members

Yavapai East Chapter:
Tish Arwine, Verde Valley Medical Center
Marie Carpenter, Cottonwood Police Dispatch
Chief Mike Casson, Cottonwood Fire Department
Commander Jody Fanning, Cottonwood Police Department
Chief Joe Moore, Clarkdale Fire District
Captain Mike Rauton, Verde Valley Fire District
Chief Joe Vernier, Sedona Police Department

Yavapai West Chapter:
Chief Glenn Brown, Mayer Fire District
Chief Dave Curtis, Retired Central Yavapai Fire District
Chief John Ginn, Chino Valley Fire District
Irene Connor, Yavapai Regional Medical Center
Sergeant Georgia Davies, Prescott Police Department
Butch Hampton, Hampton’s Funeral Home
Chief Pat Huntsman, Chino Valley Police Department
Battalion Chief Jay Fillingim, Prescott Fire Department
Vivian Marcott, Public Safety Regional Communication Center
Chief Mike Parrish, Central Yavapai Fire District
Augie Perry, Augie’s Place
Captain Dave Peterson, Prescott Fire Department
Sheriff Steve Waugh, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office

Wonderful 100 Club

In these tough economic times, your support is more vital than ever. We invite you to join our Wonderful 100 Club. Our goal is to have 100 people and businesses donate $100 or more. We are grateful to our supporters who have helped us start this program. If you are interested in becoming a Wonderful 100 Club member, please visit www.TIPofAZ.org or call (928)277-1108 or (928)300-8479.

Wonderful 100 Club

Thank You to our Wonderful 100 Club members!

Shara and Paul Beck – Prescott, AZ
Bradshaw Mountain Promotions—Prescott Valley, AZ
Broni Bruce - Prescott, AZ
Connie Burak - Prescott, AZ
Ken and Shannon Byers - Prescott, AZ
Dava & Associates, Inc. - Prescott, AZ
eSolutions Unlimited - Prescott Valley, AZ
Mike and Allison Flannery — Prescott Valley, AZ
Martin and Luida Gottleib - Prescott, AZ
Tom and Jenny Heatwole — Prescott, AZ
Helfinstine and Associates, CPAs — Prescott, AZ
Hensley Employee Foundation — Prescott, AZ
David Hess and Pamela Jones — Prescott, AZ
Ralph and Janice Hood — Sun Lakes, AZ
Steffi and Karl Kern – Phoenix, AZ
Philip Miles — Prescott, AZ
Maurice “Jay” Peck — Phoenix, AZ
Joan and Paul Petty — Prescott, AZ
Portrait Park by J - Prescott, AZ
Robert and Arda Rutherford - Dewey-Humboldt, AZ
Steve and Sue Rutherford - Prescott, AZ
Sir Speedy - Prescott, AZ

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