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Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
SIDA
Southern
Illinois Dietetic Association - President's
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Presidents Message
Posted: 1/2/2009
As the spring approaches, SIDA will look forward to a new year. We have a slate of officers that have been working together to provide new programs and services this year. We appreciate thier help in making new innovative programs possible.
In January be sure to mark your calendars for our meeting on Saturday January 24, 2008. The meeting will be in Benton, Illinois at Franklin Hospital. We have two great speakers lined up Brian Carrol from Davita will talk about renal nutrition and Kim Fremont from Health Technologies will examine evidenced based nutrition for the elderly.
As reminder, we will be looking to fill several committee chair positions, Secretary, Treasurer and President Elect in the Spring. Did you know that being President-Elect includes a $100.00 stipend?
Remember, to keep this organization growing and remaining strong we need each member to contribute something to the organization…whether getting another non-member dietitian to join our group, become a board member, participate on a committee, help organize revenue and/or just suggest some ideas to better our group. Our goal is to have a steady income stream to ensure the future of our organization. If you are interested, please contact a BOD member.
If you have any items of interest, please forward them to newsletter chairperson: Amanda Settle at amanda.settle@va.gov
Feel free to email me at bell@onecliq.net with any ideas, comments or suggestions. We can all work together to make this season for SIDA the best year ever!
Cathy Ludwig-Bell
SIDA President, 2007-2009
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President
Cathy Ludwig-Bell PhD, RD, LDN
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10 Reasons to Join Southern Illinois Dietetic Association |
1. Receive
informational newsletters at least quarterly.
2.
Obtain a current Member Directory (with areas of
specialty) of all SIDA Members.
3.
Network with other dietitians in Southern Illinois.
4.
Gain leadership experience while earning continuing
education credits.
5.
Receive job opportunities, current standards of
care, research and resources via email.
6.
Have a voice in promoting the value of dietitians
in our community.
7.
Earn continuing education credits for free or reduced
rates.
8.
Add another line to your resume.
9.
Gain a support group of local dietitians.
10. Develop friendships with colleagues. |
SIDA
Mission Statement:
Serving the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition,
health, and well being.
Officers and Committee Chairs 2008 - 2009 |
| President |
Cathy Ludwig-Bell |
| Past President |
Cynthia York-Camden |
| President
Elect |
Melaina Lane |
| Treasurer |
Beth Michaels |
| Secretary, Newsletter Editor |
Amanda Settle |
| Nominating Committee, Chair |
Holle Colle |
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Yvette Peterson |
| National Nutrition
Month |
open |
| Awards/Scholarships |
Sandy Long & Allan
Higginbotham |
| Government Affairs |
open |
| Public Relations/Outreach |
Melissa Fay Banz |
| Website Coordinator |
Cynthia York-Camden |
| Journal Club |
open |
SIDA Program Schedule 2008 - 2009
To give members a voice in planning for the
next year all SIDA members will be invited to attend
a meeting before or after CEU Events. Details will
be sent in your newsletter closer to each meeting.
January 24th, 2009
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Time:
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Saturday January 24th at 9:00 until Noon
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Topic
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Evidenced Based Practice for Elderly Care
Renal nutrition |
Speaker:
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Kim Fremont - 1.5 CEUS
Brian Carrol - 1 CEU |
Location:
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Franklin Hospital in Benton Illinois |
Comments:
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Members free, non-members $15.
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SIDA's listing of educational
programs is subject to change in meeting times,
dates, topic, and location based on speaker availability.
Please watch your SIDA Newsletter for announcements.
For concerns or questions regarding
SIDA's Educational Programs, please contact:
Cynthia York-Camden cynthiyc@yahoo.com
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Message from the
Treasurer
If you would still like to register
to be a part of SIDA - please download the membership
application and send in your dues to the following
address.
Make Checks payable to:
Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
Mail form and dues to:
Beth Michaels. MS. RD. LDN
301 S. Eason Apt 4
Carbondale, IL 62901
There are many benefits of membership
so consider joining today! We would enjoy seeing you
at our next event!
Active Registered Dietitians owe $20.00,
Students and retired dietitians owe $10.00. Friends
of SIDA* (Non ADA Member) owe $40.00 (Can not vote
or hold office).
You may also make a donation toward
the Scholarship Fund
by sending your donation with
your dues.
Thanks for your support!
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The Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
includes ADA members living in
Randolph, Washington, Marion, Wayne, Edwards, Randolph,
Washington, Marion, Franklin Hamilton, White, Jackson
Williamson,
Saline, Gallatin, Union, Johnson Pope Hardin, Alexander,
Pulaski and
Massac counties.
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