Health Care Directives

Health Care Directives


Health Care Directives allow an individual to make clear statements about the health care they wish to receive and also what health care they wish to be withheld under certain circumstances.
One opportunity for individuals to obtain these legal documents free of charge is at the upcoming LGBT Community Health and Resource Fair. One Saint Louis as part of the LGBT Legal Project will be staffing a clinic with attorneys at the fair. There may be opportunities to obtain these on a walk-in basis, but due to expected demand and limited staffing it is recommended that you schedule an appointment in advance If you are interested in having these vital documents prepared for you at the event, it is suggested that you register in advance.

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Mammography Screening April 17th @ MCCGSL

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The wait is over! The St. John's Mercy Neighborhood Ministry March Newsletter is now here!

The March addition includes information about:
~ Colorectal Cancer Screening
~ Proposition A
~ Regional Health Commission's Newest Member Sharon Neumeister
~SLU's 'Open Doors' Event
~Cleaning Products Drive
~ Social Work Month
~ Community and Resource Fair
~ And Much More!



We would also like to share with you an upcoming Mammography Screening:

Saturday, April 17
10 am - 3 pm

Metropolitan Community Church of Greater St. Louis (MCCGSL)
1919 S. Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63104

This event is open to all women between the ages of 40 - 64. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 314-251-6400.

For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Integrated Health Network Clinics (Locations)

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UPDATED LIST OF HEALTH CLINIC IN OUR AREA

St. Louis Integrated Health Network Clinic Locations

County Health Departments

John C. Murphy Health Center
6065 Helen Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63134
Appointments: 314-522-6410

North Central Community Health Center
4000 Jennings Station Road
Pine Lawn, MO 63121
Appointments: 314-679-7800

South County Health Center
4580 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63127
Appointments: 314-842-1300

Family Care Health Centers

401 Holly Hills Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63111
Appointments: 314-353-5190

4352 Manchester Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
Appointments: 314-531-5444

Grace Hill Neighborhood Health Centers
Appointment Desk: 314-814-8700

Grace Hill Settlement House
2524 Hadley (temp site)
St. Louis, MO 63106

Grace Hill South– Hispanic Site
3400 S. Jefferson Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63118

Grace Hill at St. Patrick’s Health Center
800 N. Tucker
St. Louis, MO 63101
Appointments: 314-898-1919

Grace Hill Murphy - O’Fallon
1717 Biddle Street
St. Louis, MO 63106

Grace Hill Soulard - Benton Health Center
2220 Lemp Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63104

Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers

Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health I
5471 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
St. Louis, MO 63112
Appointments: 314-367-5820

Florence Hill Office
5541 Riverview Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63120
Appointments: 314-389-4566

Homer G. Phillips Office
2425 N. Whittier Street
St. Louis, MO 63113
Appointments: 314-371-3100

People’s Health Centers

5701 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63112
Appointments: 314-367-7848

7200 Manchester Road
St. Louis, MO 63143
Appointments: 314-781-9162

11642 W. Florissant Ave.
Florissant, MO 63033
Appointments: 314-838-8220


Smiley Urgent Care Center
St. Louis ConnectCare
5535 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63112
314-879-6300
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY
Mon. – Fri. 9AM – 7PM
Sat. & Sun. 8AM – 5PM



Other Area Clinics


Casa de Salud
3200 Chouteau Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103
Appointments: 314-762-1250

Community Health-In-Partnership Services (CHIPS)
2431 N. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63106
Appointments: 314-652-9231

Health Care for Kids
4055 Lindell Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108
Appointments: 314-535-7701 x1

Health Protection and Education Services (HPES)
Registration from 9 – 10:30 am
3rd Saturday of the month (except July & Dec.)
University City Public Library
6701 Delmar Blvd.
Phone: 314-448-7373

St. John’s Mercy JFK Health Center
615 S. New Ballas Road
St. Louis, MO 63141
St. Luke’s Pediatric Care
8007 St. Charles Rock Road
St. Louis, MO 63114
Appointments: 314-423-8195

St. Louis University School of Medicine Health Resource Center
Every Saturday 9 am – 12 pm
Patients seen on first come first serve basis
St. Augustine Catholic Church
In the basement of the school building
1371 Hamilton Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63112
Phone: 314-389-0008

Washington University School of Medicine
Saturday Neighborhood Health Clinic
Most Saturdays 9 am – 12 pm
Forest Park Southeast
4352 Manchester Ave
St. Louis, MO 63110
Visit: http://snhc.wustl.edu/


Appointments: 314-251-6382

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ASK ME 3™: GOOD QUESTIONS FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH

Every time you talk with a doctor, nurse, or pharmacist, use the ASK ME 3™ questions to better understand your health.
 What is my main problem?  What do I need?  Why is it important for me to do this?

TIPS FOR CLEAR HEALTH COMMUNICATION Check off the ones you will try:


0 I will ask the 3 questions.
0 I will bring a friend or family member to help me at my doctor visit.
0 I will make a list of my health concerns to tell my doctor.
0 I will bring a list of all my medicines when I visit my doctor.
0 I will ask my pharmacist for help when I have questions about my medicines.


WHAT IF I ASK AND STILL DON’T UNDERSTAND?
Let your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist know if you still don’t understand what you need to do.
You might say, “This is new to me. Will you please explain that to me one more time?”

Partnership for Clear Health Communication
Dial 211 or 800-427-4626 United Way Information & Referral
for critical health and human services, everyday needs and in time of crisis. 24-hour, seven-day-a-week availability. When appropriate, 2-1-1 specialists can connect callers directly with a service provider, eliminating the need to make another telephone call.

Health Ministry Blood Pressure Check

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Health Ministry Blood Pressure Check

The second Sunday of each month will be Blood Pressure Check Day.Anyone who wishes to have their BP monitored, will be seen after the 9:00 service for 40 minutes and after the 10:30 servicefor an hour to 90 minutes. Also, bring a list of your currentmedications, to assist Carole Ward, RN, the new MCCGSLParish Nurse and the Health Ministry Team.This program will kick off Sunday, February14, 2010.For more information contact: parishnurse@mccgsl.org

Upcoming United Way EVENTS

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1. 2-1-1 United Way of Greater St. Louis Open House
Come meet the new director and new chair of the volunteer advisory committee.
After a short presentation tour the 2-1-1 call center and speak with the 2-1-1 team.
See attached flyer for more details.
Thursday, February 11, 10:30 a.m.
910 N. 11th St.
St. Louis, MO 63101


2. Employee Benefits Design and Compliance for Nonprofit Organizations Discussion
The Nonprofit Management & Leadership Program at UMSL would like to help your nonprofit organization achieve your mission and goals by discussing valuable employee benefit plan design and compliance.
See attached flyer for more details.
Wednesday, February 24, 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
JC Penney Conference Center at UMSL
Instructors: Sarah Roe Sise & Bryan Cave
Cost: $20


3. Cooking Demonstration and Food Tasting
The City of St. Louis Health Department will be holding a demonstration for all those interested in new ideas for healthy food preparation. All those in attendance will receive a gift!
See attached flyer for more details.
Wednesday, March 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
Joint Neighborhood Ministry
Call Nurse Colleen to register: 314-771-3987


For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Free Health Screening, Education, and Treatment Referrals

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Free Health Screening, Education, and Treatment Referrals
Sponsored by Health Protection and Education Services

University City Public Library
6701 Delmar Blvd.
One Saturday per month in 2010

Details: Free tests available for adults and youth including: Anemia, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Dental, Diabetes, Hearing, Heart and Lung Disease, Vision and So Much More!
See Flyer Attached for Details



Free Mammography Screening
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Church
2650 Parker Rd.
Florissant, MO 63033

Free mammogram for all women over 40 and $5 grocery gift card for all who attend.
See Flyer Attached for Details



For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry


Peace
Alexa Previti

Gateway Vincentian Volunteer
St. John's Mercy Neighborhood Ministry
3660 Gravois Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
314-865-0927 ext 4 314-865-0679 (fax)
Alexa.Previti@Mercy.net
www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Schnucks Offering Free Prenatal Vitamins

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Schnucks Offering Free Prenatal Vitamins


Schnucks is offering free prescription prenatal vitamins at its pharmacies to help pregnant women prevent birth defects. All 103 Schnucks Pharmacies will offer 13 of the most often prescribed vitamins absolutely free. Customers must present a valid prescription for selected prenatal vitamins, which are free regardless of insurance provider.

**Free H1N1 Vaccine for St. Louis County Residents

**No appointment necessary. Locations and times below:

North Central Community Health Center
4000 Jennings Station Road
Pine Lawn, MO 63121


Monday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Tuesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Thursday
9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.


Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.





South County Health Center
4580 South Lindbergh Boulevard
Sunset Hills, MO 63127





Monday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Tuesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.






Queeny Park – Greensfelder Recreation Complex
550 Weidman Road
Ballwin, MO 63011





Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.




Also contact your local Shop n' Save: $15 and Walgreens: $18 to find out about available vaccines.





All are invited to receive free vaccines on:



Thursday, January 21

1:00 - 5:00 pm

St. Louis University Allied Health Professions Building

3rd Floor Multipurpose Room 3437 Caroline Mall (63014)





Peace

Alexa Previti



Gateway Vincentian Volunteer

St. John's Mercy Neighborhood Ministry

3660 Gravois Ave

Saint Louis, MO 63116

314-865-0927 ext 4 314-865-0679 (fax)

Alexa.Previti@Mercy.net

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FREE MAMOGRAPHY Screening - FEB 3, 2010

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on behalf of:
Gateway Vincentian Volunteer
St. John's Mercy Neighborhood Ministry
3660 Gravois Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
314-865-0927 ext 4 314-865-0679 (fax)
Alexa.Previti@Mercy.net
stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Date: Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Place: Shalom House
1040 S. Taylor
St. Louis, MO 63110

Free Mammograms and Breast Exams for Uninsured Women

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Appointments are required

Please call Karla Pruemer
314-534-1010 ext. 221

$5 Grocery Gift Card
for All Women
Who Have a Mammogram

All women 40 years of age and older are encouraged to have yearly mammograms.


If uninsured bring: If insured bring:
· Proof of income — Insurance card
· Picture ID — Picture ID

Free Mammography Screening & FLU Shots

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Free Mammography Screening

at

St. Anthony of Padua Parish Hall

3133-35 Meramec St. 63118

on

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

9:30 am - 2:30 pm



FREE mammograms for women over 40 yrs.

For appointments call Barb Salmo at 314-655-0554. Additional information on attached flyer.





Also, it's not too late to get a FREE seasonal flu shot for those 18 yrs. and older.

Flu shots will be offered during mammography screening, thanks to a recent donation of vaccine

H1N1 Flu Virus Update

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“This flu season is different.”

The holiday season has arrived and families are busy preparing for their annual celebrations. It’s also the time when flu germs can spread. February is the peak of the flu season in Missouri.

The H1N1 flu vaccine is free and now available for everyone. Go get it now. The vaccine provides the best protection against the flu for you and your loved ones.

For questions about the flu and the vaccine to prevent it, call toll-free, 24 hours a day.

1-877-FLU-4141 or 1-877-358-4141

In addition to getting an H1N1 flu shot:
 Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
 Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or the inside of your elbow, not your bare hands.
 Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
 Stay home when you are sick, especially if you have a fever. Remain at home until 24 hours after your fever is gone without the use of fever-reducing medication.

Check with your local health department or go to
www.dhss.mo.gov/missouriflu/_provider_listing.html
to find a flu clinic near you.
Get the facts and get vaccinated.




A message from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and
your local health department.

Breast Cancer Screening - JAN 6th

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Breast Cancer Screening

Wednesday January 6, 2010

9:00 am - 2:30 pm

St. Anthony of Padua Parish Hall

3133-35 Meramec St.
St. Louis, MO 63118



Free mammogram for all women over the age of 40 and Free grocery gift card!

To register call Barb Salmo at 314-655-0554

New Book Offers UNCOMMON HOPE In The Midst Of HIV/AIDS Pandemic

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New Book Offers UNCOMMON HOPE In The Midst Of HIV/AIDS Pandemic
Yesterday at 10:05pm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December1, 2009

“AIDS has never been about the body alone. It is a condition of the body, mind, and spirit. AIDS crosses the depths of despair, soars on clouds of uncommon hope, and sits in hushed silence while time passes and no cure is forthcoming,” says Joshua L. Love, a survivor of HIV/AIDS and drug addiction. His new book, Uncommon Hope , available on December 1, 2009 (World AIDS Day) is inspired by people whose lives are affected by HIV and AIDS. Love found a journey to healing through faith, which led him to his current position as director of the Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC) Global HIV/AIDS Ministry and to oversee MCC's Drug and Addictions Literacy Program.

Love says, "Uncommon Hope unveils a strategy to end the silence and inaction by people of faith, in and out of organized religious communities, and other nonprofit agencies who feel called to partner in the work of bringing an end to HIV and AIDS. This step-by-step curriculum allows them to engage volunteers and employees in advocacy, public action, and social support of people living with and affected by HIV and AIDS.

"We can do a lot to diminish the suffering of people living with HIV and AIDS and the unnecessary deaths caused by limited access to healthcare and support services. Local churches and faith-based organizations are often the support system of last resort for vulnerable people. We need to be equipped to act," says Love.

Rev. Dr. Donald E. Messer, author of Breaking the Conspiracy of Silence, said, "Metropolitan Community Churches was addressing the HIV and AIDS crisis before most other denominations were. While others were silent or condemning, MCC was on the forefront of offering Christ's inclusive love and compassion. Those of us in other denominations need to listen to and learn from MCC, as well as express our gratitude for their selfless ministry over the years."

Executive Director of the Center for Church and Global AIDS, Rev. Dr. Messer added, "In Joshua Love, MCC has an articulate and winsome spokesperson and leader. This superb curriculum, Uncommon Hope, will bless your life and your faith-based organizations and your communities in which they serve."

Joshua L. Love is a survivor of HIV and drug addiction, an activist in the Gay Men's Health Movement, and is committed to serving people where HIV/AIDS and addiction support services are unavailable or limited by extreme poverty and religious oppression. Love was published in IAPAC+, a publication of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (Spring 2007); produced a documentary entitled We Who Are One Body: A Spiritual Walk with AIDS; and presented at the American Sociological Association 2009 Annual Conference.

He is a clergy candidate with Metropolitan Community Churches and is completing his Master of Divinity at Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 2010, he will release a second book Deconstructing Meth, funded by the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Love travels the world to share a message of hope and spiritual renewal through preaching, workshops, and retreats.

About Metropolitan Community Church (MCC)

Metropolitan Community Church, founded in 1968, is a human-rights movement and ministry operating as a Christian denomination in 25 countries around the world. MCC has often been and continues to be one of few leading advocates for vulnerable people in places where religious orthodoxy, sexism, and homophobia can result in violence and death. MCC's promise is stated in its tagline "Tearing Down Walls. Building Up Hope."

For more information about MCC visit: http://www.mccchurch.org.
For more about MCC's Global HIV/AIDS Ministry visit: http://www.mccgham.org .

About Uncommon Hope

Uncommon Hope offers a dynamic, small-group curriculum designed to support people of faith in answering God's call to end the silence and inaction magnifying the human suffering and death wrought by HIV and AIDS. Whether your church or faith-based organization is just beginning to engage in HIV/AIDS ministry or has a long history in the work, Uncommon Hope provides tools and experiences to foster the development of spiritual responses that are authentic to your community, consistent with the core teachings of all major faith traditions, and respectful of the rich diversity reflected in the lives most impacted by the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

Uncommon Hope is open to and inclusive of all people living with HIV and AIDS, whether they are infected in the body or affected as concerned and caring community members. The program is a progressive, multi-unit curriculum packaged in six chapters, each comprising a combination of educational tools, engaged learning, public action, and social support. Participants are afforded the opportunity to acquire new skills and insight at each stage of the process: Awareness, Truths, Radical Change, and Inspiration.

If you hunger to minister at the true intersection of justice, mercy, compassion and hope, then read the pages of Uncommon Hope.

Please contact 1-866-HOPE MCC (4673-622) or email franklincalvin@mccchurch.net to order your copy now!

Press Contact Or To Arrange Author Interviews:
Jim Birkitt
The Birkitt Communications Group
Los Angeles, California
Tel. (310) 272-3046
E-mail: JimBirkitt@aol.com

Updated Resource Listings, St. John's Mercy Neighborhood Ministry

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We would like to share with you our updated and new Resource Lists!



Dental Providers & Vision Assistance - 2 Completely Modified Lists

Domestic Violence Resources - Brand New List

Transportation Resources - Updated Again

Area Food Pantries - Phone # for All Nations Resources Center
Changed to - 314-869-6636

For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Community Health Fair NOV 20th @ Wooten Family Life Center

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Community Health Fair

Friday November 20, 2009

Bishop L.M. Wooten Family Life Center
5170 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
4 pm - 7 pm

The health fair includes: blood pressure and glucose screenings, healthy cooking demos and food samples, an "Ask the doctor" booth, and health handouts. For more information see flyer attached or contact Josephine Fields, RN at 314.773.1107 314.773.1107.

For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

SAGE LGBT Monthly Grief Discussion- starts 11/17/09

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SAGE LGBT Monthly Grief Discussion
The SAGE LGBT Grief Support programs are open to all LGBT adults (18 or older) who have experienced the death of a partner, family member and/or friend. The groups are led by trained facilitators.

Please RSVP for these groups by calling: 314-821-4845
or by email: swayland@sagemetrostl.org
Date: 3rd Tuesday, 11/17 Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Location: Tower Grove Manor, 2710 S. Grand, St. Louis, MO 63126

SAGE LGBT 6-Week Grief Support Group
The next 6-Week Group is scheduled for December 1, 8, 15, 29 and January 5 and 12.
Pre-registration is required by phone: 314-821-4845 or by email: swayland@sagemetrostl.org
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Tower Grove Manor, 2710 S. Grand, St. Louis, MO 63126

More information at: www.SageMetroSTL.org

Community Resource Fair NOV 12 @ Kirkwood UMC

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Community Resource Fair
Thursday Nov. 12
9:00 - 11:00 AM

Kirkwood United Methodist Church
www.kirkwoodumc.org

201 W Adams Ave
Kirkwood, MO 63122-4001
(314) 966-8167

Open to Social Workers, Case Workers, Nurses, Health Coaches, Client Advocates, Clergy and all who are interested in educating themselves on key community resources!


Please print, post and distribute as appropriate. For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

Neighborhood Ministry Newsletter (NOV 2009)

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Extra Extra - Neighborhood Ministry Newsletter!

Find out what's new regarding:

Homelessness Awareness Month
Hope is Moving in - St. Louis Continuum of Care
Cold Weather and Weatherization Info
Our Newest Member - Sister Jonella
Collections, Screenings, Volunteer Opps. and More!
For additional health and social service resources, visit our website: www.stjohnsmercy.org/services/neighborhoodministry

CDC Foundation Offers Flu Updates Via E-mail

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CDC Foundation Offers Flu Updates Via E-mail

MFH is always interested in passing along helpful information to its grantees to help them better serve the people in our communities.

The Center for Disease Control Foundation (CDC Foundation) has recently released updates concerning the H1N1 influenza. Highlighting common myths, the CDC Foundation offers guidance during the flu season.

If you would like to have Flu Updates e-mailed to you, visit the CDC Foundation at https://www.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/9580_18629/74869/, or you can contact Shannon Easley at 404.523.3510 or seasley@cdcfoundation.org . The most recent updates are included below.

Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone who would find it helpful.

Links to archived E-mails:

Flu Update: H1N1 Vaccine (10/08/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_10082009.html

Flu Update: Guidance for Small Businesses, Travel and Seasonal Flu (09/16/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_09162009.html

Flu Update: Supporting Parents and Families (09/04/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_09042009.html

Flu Update: Communications Tools and FAQs (08/27/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_08272009.html

HUGE shipment of Baby Food~ (FREE)

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The St. Louis Food Bank has received a
HUGE shipment of Gerber baby food!

Much does not expire until January - February 2010,
and even more have expiration dates of 2011.

If interested call Kate Sapp at 314.292.6262 X 135 or
email her at ksapp@stlfoodbank.org