Type Of Business:
Nonprofit Organization
Marketing Area:
San Bernardino County
Expertise:
Ms. Schroeder's expertise is in the oversight of financial compliance and the promotion and development of programs for seniors.
Major Product/SVS:
Education and Outreach Programs for Senior and Disabled Citizens
Favorite Business Publication:
Manuals
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Crocheting, Knitting, Genealogy, Making Crafts
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Health Science in Nursing, California State University, Long Beach (1974); Associate of Science in Nursing, Fullerton Junior College (1968)
Affiliations Awards:
Vice President, Lake Jodie Homeowners Association; Daughters of the American Revolution; Chairwoman, Regional Council on Aging; Bartstow Senior Center; Hinkley Senior Center; Newberry Springs Senior Center; Community Presence Team Leader, American Association of Retired Persons, Area 4
Place of Birth:
Fort Madison
Children's Names:
Michael, Geoffrey
Work History:
Clerk, Personnel Department, Los Angeles County UCS Hospital; Clerk, Rancho Los Amigos Hospital; Secretary to Business Manager, Ranch Los Amigos Hospital; Secretary, Los Angeles County Department of Building Engineers; Staff Nurse, Orange County Hospital; Staff Nurse III, University of Irvine; Obstetrical Supervisor, Garden Grove Community Hospital; Director of Nurses, Nursing Home
Career Achievements:
Recipient, All Cardiac Care and Intensive Care Certificates; Matron, Order of the Eastern Star
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career was working as a neonatal nurse and seeing high-risk babies survive and having the parents thank her for helping them.
Charity:
Volunteer Program Coordinator, Newberry Springs Senior Center
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to getting active in the areas that interested her and then pursuing the avenues that opened to her.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because, after caring for her siblings and great grandmother, she knew that she wanted to spend her life helping and caring for others.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Schroeder has published a book entitled 'The Blue Blood Among Us' through a genealogy society, for her family. She also writes articles regarding senior health for the senior center.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Overseeing Emergency Medical Services for Low-Income Seniors in Various Areas throughout the County Districts, Educating and Disseminating Information to Seniors Regarding Healthcare Issues
Education Certifications:
Registered Nurse, State of California; Temporary Nursing Teaching Credential