Orchard Breeze Neighborhood Association

Starkey Info

Aug 03, 2008

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

John Larkin, an individual with disabilities served at Starkey Inc., was named April employee of the month (first shift) at Johnson Controls, a local manufacturer of heating and air conditioning systems. Larkin has been employed in the shipping and receiving department at Johnson Controls for the past 10 years, and was recognized by his colleagues for his work ethic, exemplary attendance and courteous demeanor. He receives services through Starkey?’s Supported Employment program, which assists people with intellectual disabilities in finding jobs at local businesses, then offers job coaches who train them on the job duties and check in with them weekly. Larkin, who is 37, entered Starkey?’s programs in 1992. He resides with his parents in Wichita , and was honored by his peers at Starkey in December with a Shining Star Award for longevity at his current employment.


Midwest Beer Fest
The AIWF Midwest Beerfest is the perfect opportunity to sample a wide variety of brews and check out a silent auction to benefit Starkey Inc. The 2007 event drew more than 2,000 people and the 2008 event is set for Saturday, September 20.

Starkey?’s silent auction booth features about 150 beer-themed and other collector?’s items. More info is available at www.midwestbeerfest.com.

Starkey Golf Classic
The Starkey Golf Classic will be held Monday, July 28, 2008 at Willowbend Golf Club in Wichita . Spend a day on the links and benefit people with intellectual disabilities ?– while enjoying breakfast, lunch and fabulous prizes! For information or to register, call Rachel Banning at 512-4173 or visit www.starkey.org. Sponsors include IMA, American Family Insurance, Newsradio 1330 KNSS and Waste Management.