2012 PROLOGUE, INC.
ANNUAL REPORT
CELEBRATING
30 YEARS
Inspiring Hope: 30 years and counting
Dear Friends,
“
This year marks Prologue’s 30th anniversary!
The very least you can
do in life is to figure out
what you hope for. And
the most you can do is
live inside that hope.
“
— Barbara Kingsolver
The passage of time provides a significant perspective in the life of
an organization. Thirty years of mission driven service is a worthwhile
accomplishment as we think about the road traveled and the successes and
bumps along the way. Certainly, like the acorn not becoming a mighty oak
overnight, Prologue has experienced slow but steady growth as we have
established roots in the community that have supported us to withstand the
test of time and prosper. As we look at our beginning years in contrast to
where we are now, we know we have had a significant impact in establishing
programs and services that are supportive and responsive to those seeking
help in their recovery from mental illness and/or homelessness. In fact our
own story of growth is much like the individual stories of recovery.
Through the years we’ve had the privilege to witness the self determination,
perseverance and resilience of individuals as they steadily work to gain
autonomy and success in life. This year we share the achievements of Denise,
Liz & Lee, Dosher & Patrick and Phil & Fred. The common thread in their
success is that it was gained after many years of sustained effort and despite
setbacks and disappointments. Each of them would agree that the energy
invested was worth the benefit gained. Rick’s journey is similar to that of
many of this country’s veterans that lose their way when returning home due
to a lack of resources and living with lasting memories of war. Cassandra fell
on hard times and quickly rebounded with the needed linkages for housing
and emotional support. The face of homelessness continues to change
and this year the federal government, through the Hearth Act widened the
definition of homelessness making it easier to serve those in need.
We hope our journey over the past thirty years brings back a memory, makes
you mindful of how quickly time passes, encourages you to be present each
day and most importantly inspires hope for the future.
Warmest regards,
PROLOGUE’S MISSION Prologue offers hope and support for people experiencing mental illness and/or
homelessness. Prologue provides programs and services to help people succeed in self improvement and
overall personal wellness. Prologue promotes choices, connection to resources, supportive relationships
and motivation for self sufficiency and life enrichment within the community.
Ken Tabler
Chairman of the Board
Sendy Rommel
President & CEO
Y A TRIBUTE TO
BEATRICE COLBERT FLEMING,
1960 - 2012
This annual report is dedicated to the
memory of Beatrice Colbert Fleming,
a devoted Prologue employee since
1987. She worked her way up as a
Case Manager then Case Management
Coordinator and in 2000 became
Director of the Baltimore County
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
and part of the Management Team.
Beatrice had a passion for her work
and truly made a difference in the
lives of people seeking recovery from
mental illness. Beatrice led by example,
passing her values to staff and clients
alike. Beatrice was lively and always
brought humor, a song and a healthy
dose of optimism that would lift
spirits even on the most difficult days!
She was proof that hope combined
with laughter is the best medicine.
Beatrice was well respected for her
professionalism, experience, knowledge
and contributions in the field of mental
health. Beatrice approached life with
humor, kindness and a generous spirit.
The Prologue family celebrates a life
well lived and misses her deeply.
“
The past is a source
of knowledge and
the future is a
source of hope.
PROLOGUE HOUSING
HUD 811 housing units
2004 = 7
2012 = 34
Supervised Residential Units
1983 = 6
2012 = 75
To further our housing mission, Prologue submitted
proposals to develop affordable housing projects
funded by the HUD 811 Program. Over a period of
ten years, we were rewarded with 8 million dollars in
capital advance and other grant funds to acquire and
renovate housing for persons of low income with
disabilities. Prologue was able to acquire permanent
housing for its Residential Rehabilitation Program by
eliminating apartment leases. Funding also increased
independent supportive housing. The final HUD 811
project, Kuleana Gardens, is a nine unit apartment
building which opened this past May. These projects
qualify for rental assistance to maintain operations so
rents can stay low.
Prologue began as a residential program operating
two apartments for six adults recently discharged
from state hospitals. Today the Residential
Rehabilitation Program provides a structured setting
to 75 adults living in Carroll and Baltimore Counties
who work on skills to gain self-sufficiency so they can
successfully live in the community.
“
— Stephen Ambrose
Supportive Housing Units
2002 = 2
2012 = 22
Nurturing Relationships: Liz and Lee
Liz and Lee married in April 2011 and live in a
and continued with the day program, setting a
comfortable condo provided by the Supportive
life goal to get married. In 2005 he met Liz at
Housing Program. This was a first marriage for
the consumer run Wellness and Recovery Center.
each and as Lee once remarked, “what comes late
He was working there part-time and she was
comes solid.” Lee came to Prologue’s residential
attending to gain support for a long standing
rehabilitation program in 1993 after many
history of depression. Today you will see a couple
setbacks with his bipolar disorder – first jail,
very happy to have met, fallen in love and become
then Spring Grove Hospital, then to Prologue on
partners for life. As Lee remarked, “I just feel
conditional release. Over the years Lee gained
normal, like I’m part of society.”
As individuals recovered from mental illness and
became more autonomous in their lives, they needed
safe affordable places to live. Prologue embarked
on a plan to increase supportive housing options
for people and began to seek funds to develop
housing in desirable safe neighborhoods. The first
one bedroom condominium unit was purchased in
2002. Today, the Supportive Housing Program has
expanded to include 22 units, mostly one and two
bedroom condominiums with rents set at 30% of the
resident’s income. Thirty-three people pay subsidized
rents living in Pikesville, Reisterstown, Eldersburg and
Towson.
Shelter Plus Care Housing Slots
1993 = 6
2012 = 60
Many homeless individuals and heads of households
recovering from mental illness are unable to qualify
for leases. Prologue advocated to the State of
Maryland that it was capable of administering Shelter
Plus funds to secure permanent housing for qualified
homeless households. Today 60 families with 42
children have permanent housing and receive
support services from Prologue and other providers
through this program.
stability and moved on to Supportive Housing
1982
1983
1985
1987
1989
1989
1991
1993
Prologue is incorporated
for the purpose of
providing services to
persons with severe
mental illness being
discharged from mental
health facilities.
First two apartments
are leased by Prologue
to house 6 residents in
Baltimore County.
Prologue takes over
psychosocial day program
from Baltimore County
located in the basement
of Hannah More Academy.
Homeless Outreach
Program services begin
with case managers
reaching out to the
shelters and the Baltimore
County Detention Center.
Springfield patients begin
to transition to Carroll
County community
through Prologue and are
housed in cottages on
campus.
The Prologue Foundation
is incorporated to raise
money for client needs
not covered
by other funding.
Prologue purchases first
houses for clients and
a headquarters/ day
program site in Pikesville.
Prologue receives a grant
to start six Shelter Plus
Care Housing units for
homeless individuals.
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Respite and Renewal: Denise
Denise came to Prologue’s Day Program in 1999
seeking respite from the severe symptoms of
depression and bipolar disorder. As she emerged
from the struggle she radiated a light that
spread and inspired
hope in others. She
has shared her recovery
story time and again in
the hope it will promote
needed legislation or
spark someone else’s
recovery along the way. In
2005, Denise became the
Director of our Wellness
and Recovery Center.
MARTYLOG WELLNESS AND RECOVERY DROP-IN CENTER
1994: Started by Marty Hoffman as a consumer run drop in center providing a place for fellowship and
advocacy.
In 2011 she moved on to become On Our Own
of Maryland’s WRAP Program Coordinator and
Wellness Trainer. Presently, she also serves on
several Boards – Prologue Foundation, First
Journey Housing Board, Community Behavioral
Health Association of MD and Baltimore Crisis
Response Inc. In addition she serves on the
Baltimore County Mental Health Advisory
Council, the MD Commission on Disabilities
and the Sheppard Pratt Consumer Council.
When asked what she would say to Prologue
in honor of our 30th anniversary, she
replied,“Thank you for saving my life on
more than one occasion.”
2012: Now the “Martylog Wellness and Recovery Center” is focused on peer support, recovery and wellness.
Still consumer-run, the center is open three days a week. Wednesdays are dedicated to support groups and
classes to develop Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). Fridays and Saturdays are focused on education,
resources and social activities.
THE HOMELESS OUTREACH PROGRAM
1987: Prologue case managers prepare homeless inmates at the Baltimore County Detention Center for
reentry by linking them to mental health services and housing upon discharge.
2012: The Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) consists of a staff of 15 including Case Managers, a Street Team
Leader, a Shelter Plus Care Housing Coordinator and a Director, all who seek to house homeless people and
link them to essential services to maintain their housing. HOP receives a “patchwork” of six grants to support
homeless outreach activities throughout Baltimore County in shelters, streets and the woods. Over the years,
the homeless population served has expanded to include those with mental illness, substance use, HIV, victims
of domestic violence, veterans and those experiencing chronic homelessness.
DAY PROGRAM
Out of the Woods: Rick
In 2004, a series of setbacks sent Rick, a Vietnam
Army veteran, into the woods. Using his survival
skills, Rick lived through heat waves, snow storms
and floods. By 2012, Rick had opened up and
become friends with others and was introduced
to a Prologue case manager. Wade helped Rick
obtain his retirement benefits and his veteran’s
pension. Rick wanted to share his good fortune
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1983: The Day Program was a “Clubhouse” for individuals released from state hospitals, offering a place to
gain a sense of belonging and a social network.
2012: The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program serves individuals at the Day Program, in the community and
in their homes focusing on personal recovery as defined by the individual. Consumers at 3 Milford Mill Road
select from groups that include offerings on education (symptom and illness management), marketable and
life skills (job readiness and computer classes) and life enrichment (relaxation, tai chi and art). In addition,
consumers meet regularly in MISA (Mental Illness/Substance Abuse) groups to prevent relapse, attend AA/NA
meetings and gain knowledge about living with co-occurring disorders. Vocational services connect individuals
to employment, volunteering or the pursuit of further education.
with two homeless friends and they decided to
live together; “Living with and working with my
friends to overcome homelessness, we have had
the opportunity to watch each other grow into
better people.” After experiencing thirty years in
the business of offering support, we at Prologue
can appreciate Rick’s commitment to help others.
1994
1997
1997
2000
2000
2002
2004
Drop-In Center
opens to offer
peer support.
Street Team
is formed to
outreach to
homeless
citizens of
Baltimore County.
Towson faith
based
Community
supports
homeless
services
by offering space
for Homeless
Outreach
First Prologue
Foundation Bull
Roast is held
to help raise
funds for those
requesting
assistance not
covered by
other sources.
Prologue
Foundation
begins to sponsor
annual Ocean
City trip
for consumers.
Prologue is
awarded its
first HUD 811
grant. These
grants provide
affordable housing
to persons with
disabilities.
Rivendell Homes,
Prologue’s first HUD
811 corporation
begins providing
housing to 17
individuals in 7
properties.
2005
2005
Prologue
The Prologue
continues housing
community breaks
development
ground for a new
through HUD 811
site in Pikesville for
with The S hire’s
the day program,
7 units for 14
drop-in center,
individuals — four
homeless
more condos for
outreach and
Supportive Housing.
administrative
offices.
2006
2006
Another HUD 811
housing affiliate,
Lorien Homes
provides 4 units
of housing for
11 individuals —
another condo for
Supportive Housing.
Prologue moves to a new
building, the Harry and Jeanette
Weinberg Center in Pikesville
— a landmark for the Day
Program. It provides state of
the art space for classrooms, a
library, specialized classrooms
for technology and art.
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Remaining Connected for
Continued Success: Philip and Fred
Well on Her Way: Cassandra
In the spring of 2012, Cassandra and her one
year old daughter were homeless, referred by a
domestic violence shelter. She qualified for short
term rental assistance and
Laura, her Prologue case
manager helped her gather
initial housing costs. Laura
is amazed by Cassandra’s
ambition and work ethic.
Today, Cassandra works
In 1999 after a 25 year stay at Springfield
Hospital for obsessive compulsive and pervasive
developmental disorders, Fred moved into the
Carroll County Program and continued with
a job
at Goodwill Industries he
had obtained while in the
hospital.
In 2004, Philip came to
Prologue after being
hospitalized more
than ten years at
Springfield. Despite
his schizophrenia he
obtained a job.
“
The highest
compliment you
can ever pay me is
to say that I work
In 2012, Philip and Fred graduated from
Prologue’s Residential Rehabilitation Program
hard every day.
and moved into a shared apartment in Kuleana
Gardens, a Prologue Supportive Housing
“
Independence:
Dosher and Patrick
Patrick came to Prologue 28 years ago, Dosher,
16. They lived as roommates in the Residential
Rehabilitation Program a decade ago but each
envisioned a future with more independence.
This year they became roommates again in the
Supportive Housing Program where they enjoy
the privacy of their own home and the financial
independence that comes from regular earnings.
Dosher reports “Patrick is a good roommate; we
affiliate. Both are proud of their achievements,
yet they remain connected with Prologue to
— Wayne Gretzky
manage stress and receive support to ensure
continued success.
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full time and she is prepared to take on her
housing expenses when the subsidy ends. Laura
predicts that Cassandra will not need Prologue’s
help for much longer as Cassandra is seeking to
advance her career and is moving up the ladder
joining the ranks of the middle class. This citizen
of Baltimore County is responsible for her own
success; Prologue is a bit player, providing limited
temporary support to weather a crisis.
cook and eat together.” Patrick chimes in that
they share expenses, look out for each other
and enjoy watching sports together. Through
their recovery efforts these two men took charge
of debilitating illness by learning to cope with
symptoms, have maintained steady jobs and
found friendship in creating a home together.
They continue to use the connection to the day
program to stay well.
2007
2007
2008
2009
2009
2009
2010
2011
2012
2012
2012
The peer support Drop-in Center
gains additional funding and becomes
The Wellness and Recovery Center.
Wellness information and practices
are introduced including WRAP
(wellness recovery action plan)
groups, support groups and 1:1 peer
support sessions.
United Way o f
Central Maryland
provides housing
assistance
funding to help
surmount the
barriers to obtain
housing.
Ohana Homes
initiates housing
in Carroll County
and another unit
in Baltimore
County to house
8 individuals.
Pono Homes
expands Carroll
County housing
by two homes
for 7 individuals.
UWCM
provides a
grant used to
train Homeless
outreach and day
program staff in
Motivational
Interviewing.
UWCM
provides an
Emergency Relief
Grant to aid
homeless citizens
to attain housing
or prevent
eviction.
Mahalo Homes is
established in
Carroll County
offering 3 homes
for 9 people.
UWCM
provides a grant
to the Homeless
Outreach Program
to take technology
on the road to
better serve the
population.
Prologue
purchases 5
housing units
in Baltimore
County
to expand
Supportive
Housing by
10 people.
Kuleana Gardens’
HUD 811 project,
a nine unit
apartment
building, opens
in Eldersburg,
commencing
Supportive Housing
in Carroll County.
PROLOGUE
CELEBRATES
30th
ANNIVERSARY!
PROLOGUE/PROLOGUE FOUNDATION
DONATIONS: FY 2012
Without the continued support from the following list of dedicated and committed friends of Prologue, Inc. and Prologue
Foundation, Inc., our ability to provide the quality and quantity of necessary and vital services to our members would be
greatly diminished. We sincerely appreciate their involvement and are most grateful for their generosity.
CASH DONATIONS
$1,000 and over
BB&T
Cyndi & Al Blank
Barbara Brandt &
Michael Gerber
Carroll Care Pharmacies
Molly Coffay & Jeff Reilly
Demmer/Melnikoff Family
Patricia & Richard
Pridgeon
Frederick Schilling II
Jackie & John Spelman
Trionfo Builders
$500 - $999
Ariosa & Company LLC
HCF&L
Dawn & Marcellis Mosby
Claro Pio Roda, M.D.
Jeff Wallop
$100 - $499
Advance Business Systems
Richard Bange
Molly Bazel
Laurie Bennett
Roger Bonvino
Steve Brown, M.D.
Canterbury Estates, Inc.
Cobalt Architects, Ltd.
Kelly & Joe Cranston
Cheryl & John Doyle
Janet & Ben Edelman
Nancy Farmer
Ruth & Bernard Feller
Glenmont Commons
Developers LLC
Howard Goren
Shirley Hall
Independent Benefit
Services, Inc.
V. Maxine Lehman
Milford Auto
Servicenter Inc.
Old Dover Road LLC
Pineview Homes, Inc.
Powder Mill Heights
Linda Reilly
Sylvia & Ira Rose
Anne Marie Smouse
Janet & Donald Spangler
Vail Manor Developers, LLC
Ethel Zelenske
Carol & Steve Zimmerman
Mark Zimmerman
Up to $99
Anonymous
Brigitte & John Banton
Camp Chapel United
Methodist Church
Richard H. Contos
Paula & Roger Gardner
Cathy Hunt-Schuh
Debbie & Jerry Jobson
Naseem & Mohammed
Majid
Valezy Mikhailik
Sharon Palmer
Louis Richards
Lil Teplinsky
The Wheelock Family
Peggy & Steve Witman
Y DONATIONS IN MEMORy
OF MARy BILy
Pat Bily
Pamela Grant
Y DONATIONS IN MEMORy
OF SHEILA BURK
Betty & Wayne Bump
Liz Grimes
Linda Wagner
Y DONATIONS IN MEMORy
OF ALAN OGURICK
Sandra Diener
Erika & Douglas McQuillan
Susan & Donald Russell
Sandra Schonfeld
DONATIONS THROUGH
THE UNITED WAy OF
CENTRAL MARyLAND
Anonymous
Prologue Workplace Giving
Patti Appel
Marybeth Baughman
Molly Coffay
Jeff Martin
Sendy Rommel
Karen Staley
GOODS AND SERvICES
Marilyn Abato & Giorgio
Spagliardi
Patti Appel
Ascension Lutheran Church
Bahama Breeze
Baltimore Co. Detention
Center Staff
Baltimore Co. Public
Library Staff
Baltimore Symphony
Orchestra
Marybeth Baughman
Beaumont Pottery
Joyce & Denny Bell
Laurie Bennett
Donna Benson
Marcy Bielik
Theresa Bittle
Cyndi & Al Blank
Bob Davidson Ford
Lincoln-Mercury
Lois Bowen
Cheesecake Factory
Chik-Fil-A
Cortnee Brennon and
Gene Berrill
George Brown
Jennifer Buehrer
Yolanda Burke
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Cascio
Toni Cascio & Ken Tabler
Center Stage
Catherine Clinton
Coco & Buff Salon
Molly Coffay & Jeff Reilly
Laura Cole
Marnita Coleman
Joanna Czopnik
Simonee Davis-George
Barb Donohoe
Nancy Farmer
Faith Christian Fellowship
Cathy Fifield
Flamingo Motel
Franklin Square Hospital
Carolyn & Gil Freitag
Kate Georgantas
God Will of America, Inc.
Linda Goldberg
Liz Grimes
Alan Grubb
James Hammond
Beverly & Stu Hancock
Jean Harmon
Sherri Harper
Tirith Hlavacbeckwith
Debbie Jobson
Jeanette Jones
Lisa Keamy, M.D.
Kelly Kerins
Lavern King
Legal Aid Bureau
Let’s Dish!
Levindale Hebrew
Geriatric Hospital
& Center
Erich Lewis
Cathie Lindsay
Jessica Linnie
Linwoods
Little Vinnie’s
Living Legacy Foundation
Karen Marcellino
Jeff Martin
Jocelyn McVey
MedStar
Milford Auto
Servicenter Inc.
Nicole Mister
Niwana Restaurant
Lora Ann Morris
Beatrice Mosberg
Dawn & Marcellis Mosby
Frank Muse
Piney Branch Golf Club
Claro Pio Roda, M.D.
Prologue Board of Directors
Joanne Prucha
Joan Rollison
Sendy Rommel
Dawn and Matt Roney
Helen Rowe
Debbi Sauers
Michael Seabolt
Suzanne Selby
Patricia Shaw
Shelly & Anton Smith
Henry Smith
Jane Smith
Anne Marie Smouse
Southwest Airlines
Spring Grove Hospital
Center SW Staff
Karen Staley
Alice Steifermann
Surprise Shop
Towson Golf &
Country Club
Danielle Turner
Sharon Tyler
Deborah Ward
Eldon Watts
Mike Welsh
Litsa Williams
Karen Williamson
Danette Wood
Mike Yestramski
Ethel Zelenske
Every effort has been made to assure accuracy and include all donations. We apologize for any errors, and request that you notify us of any omissions
and/or incorrect information. Donations are for the period of 07/01/11 through 06/30/12.
PROLOGUE, INC.
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
Years Ended June 30, 2012 and 2011
2012
2011
$3,815,974
1,638,484
5,331
52,600
31,709
50
264
$3,712,057
1,562,941
7,175
44,896
17,596
849
117
Total Unrestricted Revenues, Gains, & Other Supports
5,544,412
5,345,631
EXPENSES
Program Services
Community psychiatric rehabilitation
Residential rehabilitation
Homeless services
1,168,880
1,706,595
1,553,481
1,155,646
1,756,346
1,431,937
4,428,956
4,343,929
928,671
949,324
Total Expenses
5,357,627
5,293,253
NET ASSETS
Change in Unrestricted Net Assets before
Unrealized Loss on Interest Rate Swap
Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Interest Rate Swap
186,785
(176,461)
52,378
48,569
10,324
100,947
4,710,316
4,609,369
$4,720,640
$4,710,316
UNRESTRICTED REvENUES, GAINS, & OTHER SUPPORTS
Program revenue
Government grants
Contributions
Food program
Supportive housing income
Interest income
Miscellaneous
Total Program Services
Supporting Services
Management and general
Change in Unrestricted Net Assets
Unrestricted Net Assets – Beginning of Year
Unrestricted Net Assets – End of Year
This statement has been audited by Handwerger, Cardegna, Funkhouser and Lurman P.A. Complete audited statements with accompanying notes
can be obtained by contacting the administrative offices of Prologue, Inc. at 3 Milford Mill Road, Baltimore, MD 21208, 410.653.6190.
PROLOGUE AND ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES RECEIvED GRANT FUNDS FROM THE FOLLOWING SOURCES:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Mental Hygiene Administration
Capital Planning, Budgeting and Engineering Services
Maryland State Department of Education
Maryland Affordable Housing Trust
Baltimore County Core Service Agency
Baltimore County Department of Planning
United Way of Central Maryland
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc.
PROLOGUE INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
(year ending June 2012)
Kenneth A. Tabler, Chairman • Sendy Rommel, President • Molly Coffay, Secretary
Steve Witman, Treasurer • Laurie Bennett • Al Blank, M.D. • Marcellis Mosby
Richard N. Pridgeon • Claro Pio Roda, M.D • Paul H. Shimizu
Anne Marie Smouse, LSCW-C • John R. Spelman • Eldon Watts, LCSW-C • Ethel Zelenske
PROLOGUE MANAGEMENT TEAM
Sendy Rommel, President/CEO • Molly Coffay, Vice President/General Counsel
Patti Appel, Chief Financial Officer • Lee Deckelnick, Quality Improvement Director
Stu Hancock, Homeless Outreach Director • Jeff Martin, Baltimore County RRP Director
Debbi Sauers, PRP Director • Karen Staley, HR Director
Kwante’ Carter, Carroll County Residential Coordinator
ADMINISTRATIvE AND HOMELESS OUTREACH OFFICES
AND PSyCHIATRIC REHABILITATION PROGRAM
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center
3 Milford Mill Road, Baltimore, MD 21208 • 410.653.6190
BALTIMORE COUNTy HOMELESS OUTREACH SITE
609 Baltimore Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 • 410.653.6190
MARTyLOG WELLNESS AND RECOvERy DROP-IN CENTER
3 Milford Mill Road, Baltimore, MD 21208 • 410.917.2702 (Info Line) • 410.653.6190
Prologue, Inc. and Prologue Foundation, Inc. are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
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