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No baby deserves to die or be disabled for life because he or she cries!  Understanding the devastation that results when an adult violently shakes a baby, and knowing it is 100% avoidable... compels me to take action!  Once in awhile there is an opportunity for learning and sharing that eases a bit of the angst I carry against such injustice and abuse.  I can only do a little, but I can do

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CHLOE, Inc. is a 501 C (3) tax exempt charitable organization, founded in 1999 by Connie Nafziger, RN.  Having a professional focus on Maternal & Child Health and Community nursing, she set out to establish an organization committed to making health and life skill education accessible to diverse communities.  Since 2009 the focus has been to empower young, single moms to become self-sufficient,

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Join Team CHLOE! 5K Run and 1Mile Fun Walk  at the Columbus Zoo!May 21, 2011 There will be a lot of  charities there,  making for a fun and festive day! If you live in the Columbus, OH area be a runner or walker with Team CHLOE.If you live a distance, sponsor a runner or walker! Here is what to do: Click here to open the Walk 4 Faith website; under Main Menu click on ‘register to walk/run’   (

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This being Valentines Day and all, I was planning to write a sweet and clever post, perhaps wax a bit sentimental. Then on Saturday while reading the Columbus Dispatch I was drawn to an article : ‘Teens must be aware there are risks to dating’ by Cheryl Pentella, Co-President of the National Council of Jewish Women, Columbus Section. I was reminded; February is National Teen Dating and Violence

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I am young; almost a woman... dangling my feet in a shallow stream. My hormones are surging. Boys are intriguing. My media idols make love and romance seem worth doing whatever it takes to find this elusive thing called ‘love’. I’m casting a line... I’ll reel in true love, right? I’m a young woman...wading in the lake. The ‘boyfriend’ makes me feel special; loved. My friends are fickle..

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When I left my position as a Community Health Nurse, having served a multitude of young mothers and their infants/children, I knew the course was set for the rest of my career. I determined to establish a not-for-profit organization able to equip others with health and life skill education. CHLOE, Inc (community health & life skills opportunities & education) was born. Ten years and many

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Since early in the process of bringing into focus the vision for Chloe’s Place (a self-sufficiency home for young single moms and their children) I’ve had a snap shot in my mind of just how it might look. It has a warm, comfy, living area with space for each little family to l live in community with the other little families; all living and working together toward common goals. The living space

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I can't believe how long it has been since I have posted an update! ... So sorry to keep you in the dark on the progress of CHLOE, Inc and Chloe's Place. I have been contentedly busy over the past several months.Late in the Spring we had a bit of a set back due to the departure of one of our key leaders. That happens from time to time. I've learned to embrace and enjoy each contribution of

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Who would have thought it? The cost of offering a desperately needed, well planned and executed program is staggering!I decided early on that programs and services through CHLOE, Inc would be offered as we had funds to pay as we go. We plan carefully, acquire the needed resources, and then proceed. When we began the quest, to establish a self-sufficiency home, we had around $10,000.00 in our

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I have been thinking about moms and young babies today. There are at least eight in my circle of friends and family. I’ve been privileged to wait with happy expectation for the arrival of each of these little ones. I’ve shopped for gifts that I hoped would be helpful or entertaining. I have waited as ‘due dates’ approach for the joyful news that they have ‘arrived’, healthy and whole. Some

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Last week we were invited to set up a display table and meet and greet participants at a networking event… Connection With Intention was an important event within the networking community of Central Ohio. Renee Belbeck,founder/president of National Association of W.O.M.E.N., invited us to be the beneficiary charity of the event. Erin, our Program Director was invited to give a brief speech

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My intent for this blog is to provide insight into the behind the scenes thoughts, tasks, and processes involved in structuring a comprehensive self-sufficiency program. This particular pursuit began in November of 2008 (16 months ago); the eight months prior to that I spent researching how to best help break the cycle of poverty, in the lives of young single moms. It was then I determined a

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Ever since the arrest of the church group from Idaho, caught taking children illegally from Haiti, the question of doing what’s ‘right’ has been discussed through a vast array of perceptions. Even if I assume, and I do, ( simply because I want to) that the zealous Americans thought they were ‘saving’ the children, doing the ‘right’ thing by providing a better life for them,they were still dead

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I am delighted to introduce you to our Chloe's Place... Program Director!Erin Whinnery has spent her life as an observer of people, patterns and possibilities. Her strengths lie in research and development and problem solving; specifically through the application of principles. Her passion is truth. Her vision is to encourage individuals to embrace the pain necessary to fulfill their destinies

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I have been thinking of a comment a colleague made, a few years back. She said, " I hear you talk a lot about CHLOE, but it is really 'just you' right?" I've wondered over time just how many people share that opinion. There are actually quite a few people who have made integral investments in leadership, service and expertise to get us to this apex. I did a tally in my head and thought of 40

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My all time favorite Christmas song...Mary did you know that your baby boy would one day walk on water?Mary did you know that your baby boy would save our sons and daughters?Did you know that your baby boy has come to make you new?This child that you delivered will soon deliver you.Mary did you know that your baby would give sight to a blind man?Mary did you know that your baby boy would calm a

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Sometimes I get really perplexed...When circumstances disappoint.With red tape, complex laws, and legal codesWhen I read that there are 8x more animal shelters in our community than for human victims of abuse.When my heart knows for sure...but words fail meThat good work must have substantial funds to operateSometimes I am simply overjoyed...When I meet someone whose heart is bent and priorities

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Thank You, Thank You, Generous God!Thank You, thank You, thank You, generous God! You have injected life with joy, thus we know laughter.You have dabbed creation with color, thus we enjoy beauty.You have whistled a divine tune into the rhythm of life, thus we hear music.You have filled our minds with questions, thus we appreciate mystery.You have entered our hearts with compassion, thus we

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There are two predominant encouragements clinging to the nooks and crannies of my mind these days. The first, a reflection from leaders of Hope House of Colorado; their recent newsletter stated, "Our guiding question this year has been, What are you doing with what God has already given you". The second was spoken regarding the ministry of Chloe's Place. "Just do it", was the message I

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My recent choice in reading material has directed my focus to the plight of women and children across the world. The book Three Cups of Tea…offers the account of Greg Mortenson’s passion for the children of Pakistan and Afghanistan. His astounding humanitarian efforts to educate children, especially girls, is remarkable. My current read, Uwem Akpan’s Say Your’re One Of Them is a collection

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There is a nip in the air; seems like autumn is here for sure. It is my favorite season, with one reservation... it ushers in winter! The reminder of seasons and inevitable change directs my thoughts to transformation in my own life... and how raising up Chloe's Place in this particular season of my life makes sense. I have enjoyed lots of seasons. A few of my favorites include: "Baby, Baby,

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This summer has passed more quickly than any I can remember! From the time of my last post I have enjoyed a couple months chocked full of family visits, a bit of travel and hopefully, some answers to health issues that will be resolved! I felt odd, not having back to back meetings, trainings to prepare and a tight schedule to maintain. Because major fatigue had taken a toll, I realized that a

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Friday was my last 'official' day at Nationwide Children's Hospital. On Wednesday I was touched by the well wishes and thoughtful interest expressed in the work of Chloe's Place by my colleagues in the Education Department. We enjoyed yummy cake and punch and said our good-byes. It has been a great learning experience to be apart of the Healthy Child Care Ohio network for nearly 4 years, as

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I am ready to take a Big Step! For the past several years I have served as a Child Care Health Consultant in the Healthy Child Care Ohio program at Nationwide Children's Hospital. It has been a wonderful opportunity! I am very thankful for friendships made, skills acquired and insights gained. For the past few months I have sensed that I need to put all my time and effort toward Chloe's

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I'm always very excited to get the opportunity to share our vision for Chloe's Place and the progress we are making toward our goal. Today I had the opportunity to speak briefly to 35 women at my home church as part of the WM Spring Luncheon. My assigned topic was actually "My Spiritual Journey in Ministry", but certainly the calling and vision to this ministry is part of that. I had a small

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My excitement for the ministry potential for Chloe's Place continues to grow! I have been keeping quite busy lately with behind the scenes projects. In my last blog I mentioned I had completed the first draft of the Policy Manual. Since that time I have been working on the Program Manual. The contents were largely donated by Hope House of Colorado, but still every page (300+) needed to be

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Establishing a new program having the depth and breadth of Chloe's Place takes a long time!We have been researching, planning and networking for the past 15 months. There have been times of exciting progress and other times that require patient waiting. During the 'waiting' times, I actually remain quite busy. Lately I have been working on Policies for Chloe's Place. We have the incredible

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Easter... the true account of indescribable love of God for His created is what gives us hope and joy and hearts filled with love. May all we do in and through Chloe's Place be done as an offering of praise for the love and grace we have received.

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Today our Chloe's Place Foundation Building Team met for most of the day. I am in awe of this group of women who have committed to bring our vision for Chloe's Place to reality. There is so much to do as we have facility, staffing, promotional, legal, volunteer, and collaborative decisions to make and policies to develop. The program component is pretty much intact, thanks to our collaboration

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This has been an intense week in the life of Chloe's Place.Our circle of 'friends' has grown!We did a walk through, with a builder, at the potential site for our house and office.An article written by Lisa of Hope House of Colorado and I was published in a newsletter that has national distribution. (to request a copy email us at:chloesplace@chloeinc.org)We have a place reserved and a date for our

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Earlier this week, I had a dream, in the dream I was pouring water into a pot of dirt. It must have been a glass pot as I could see below the surface of the soil. In awe, I watched, fascinated by the germination process unfolding before my eyes. First, the seeds absorbed the water. Tiny seedlings emerged from dry, wrinkled seeds. The seed coats burst open and seedlings emerged, unfurling and

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I am glad that the winter blast that has brought our community to a near standstill doesn't need to hinder the work of Chloe's Place.This week I submitted an article that Lisa Steven and I wrote for InSpirit magazine. This magazine is part of the Women Ministry organization of the Evangelical Covenant Church. I am so pleased to have the opportunity to share of our vision and work with such a

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Today I attended a fundraiser for a new ministry in our community. Rahab's Hideaway has begun work to offer hope and help to women victimized by human trafficking. The Women Ministry organization of our church has designated 'human trafficking' as a primary issue to address, so I have learned a bit about the travesty of trafficking. During the presenters talks I was reminded of my days as a

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The picture I posted on Wordless Wednesday may seem like a departure from primary topic of this blog...but actually it is right on target. According to the Department of Justice; on average from 2001-2005; 37.5% of victims of nonfatal intimate partner violence are in the 18-20 age range. We know from a variety of sources that many young women who find themselves pregnant/parenting and alone

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Last night our Chloe's Place Foundation Building Team met to continue our work toward establishing the Self-Sufficiency Home for young, single moms and their children. I always look forward to our meetings and go with great expectations! Last night I was not feeling well, so I didn't bring much energy to the meeting, but certainly felt energized by the meeting's end.We shared information

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During our last Foundation Building Team meeting we worked to refine a succinct statement that conveys our organization's reason for being. Defining the Mission Statement is time consuming, but well worth the effort. We will measure each programmatic decision against the statement, as well as communicate our reason for being to others. Our Mission Statement:"Chloe's Place, a Christ-centered

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I am especially aware of teen moms... I notice them in the hubbub of holiday shopping. I watch their stories on TV programs like TLC's "The Baby Story". I take note of comments they make and comments made about them. I understand that teen moms love their babies and want to be great parents!I listen to twenty and thirty-something moms talk about parenting and the weariness they experience;

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Our Chloe's Place Foundation Building Team met tonight. It is always exciting to come together and get caught up with the information our members have gathered. Tonight's meeting was special in that we welcomed a new member to our team. Dee brings a wealth of knowledge in Early Childhood Education. We look forward to learning from her, especially as we consider curriculum and programing for

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My friend Jill inspired me to post a weekly "Wordless Wednesday". I hope the photos will guide your thoughts to the precious moms and tykes that Chloe's Place will serve. They deserve our best, don't you agree?

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My friend Dar called yesterday. It is always a treat to catch up on her family and her work. It was exciting to hear her talk about her ‘calling’ and conviction to have a positive impact on the lives of teens that live with Asperger syndrome. We are each incredibly blessed to have paths and direction for our life’s work. I am blessed by our friendship. Another friend; recently

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Last Saturday the Foundation Building Team for Chloe’s Place had a full day work session. I was able to share an overview of my visit to Hope House of Colorado and we began to absorb the information contained in the documents shared by Hope House. It was an exciting time for us to focus on ‘next steps’. One purpose of this blog is to help those that are interested, learn what is involved in

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Marriage is no longer the option chosen by most teens with an unplanned pregnancy. In the early 1960’s almost 70% of pregnant Caucasians ages 15-19 married compared to 19% in the early 1990’s. For African American girls the rate fell from 36% to less than 7%. Teen parenting statistics show that teen parenting is still a rising occurrence in today’s society despite widely available

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One huge consideration for the ministry of Chloe’s Place is where the ‘house’ will be located. This issue is bigger than me or the Foundation Building Team or all of us combined. It is an issue that is in the hands of God. I believe that God has a design for Chloe’s Place and that the ‘house’ is part of that design. That does not mean that we sit by and wait for the door bell to ring and Ed

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It was my great privilege to travel to Arvada, Colorado to visit Hope House of Colorado and meet with their leadership. Since determining to establish Chloe's Place as a self-sufficiency home for teen moms, this trip as been highly anticipated. I arrived on Friday evening(10/31/08) and enjoyed some time to gather my thoughts, relax and prepare a full day on Saturday. Lisa Steven, Founder

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Don't you just love it?! Thanks Mindi for designing such a sweet and winsome design to represent the ministry of Chloe's Place. The actual color is in pastel shades of yellow, pink, and green with black lettering...I'm not sure why the blog interprets the colors differently, but I like it this way too! If I can figure out how to correct the color, I will fix it.

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During the recent months of research and discovery I have read several books. I aim to learn all I can on subjects that impact the ministry of Chloe's Place! Yesterday I read Positive Parenting With A Plan (Grades K-12)...Family Rules by Matthew A. Johnson, Psy.D., MSW. I am really excited about this book and the plan it provides!There is legitimate concern for creating a family environment for

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There are three primary models for serving young teen moms and their children that we have considered. Maternity Homes, Self-Sufficiency Homes, and Transitional Living Centers. We did careful assessment of each ministry opportunity. Each has it's own set of challenges, and requirements. We factored in our desire to provide Christian nurture to the ones we serve, as well as specific topics

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In the past number of months we have spent literally 100's of hours researching the needs of pregnant and parenting teens. This entry is provided to share snippets of what we have learned.Teen Pregnancy Background For almost all of human history, women began their careers as mothers when they were teenagers. Until the years preceding World War II, girls usually got married within a

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By April of 2008 plans for Chloe's Place were swirling in my brain. So much to do. So much to learn. So much help needed! I credit my friend Ruth O. with encouraging the first priority to be establishing an Intercessory Prayer team. I knew for certain that I had no desire or energy to make wrong choices or plans that would lead us to meander down paths of indecision. Ruth O. sought people

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The vision for Chloe's Place began to unfold following an assessment of the work and connections of CHLOE. Here are a few of the projects, programs, and opportunities that come to mind:Equipping women to become leaders of STEP (Systematic Training for Effective Parenting)Equipping several young women to provide training to 'tweens' through the 'Safe Sitter' programServing alongside leaders of

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In 1999 I set out on an incredible journey. In answering a new call on my life I left the familiar and set out to establish a ministry. CHLOE is an acronym Community Health & Life skills Opportunities and Education. My heart longs to be faithful in this calling. The past seven years have sped by. If you are interested in learning about the work done in CHLOE's first years, please check our our

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