Emily R. Makes Many Friends at Parents’ Night Out
“You be the ogre; I’ll be the princess!” That was Emily six years ago. At that time new to Parents’ Night Out, Emily R. was playing a game […]
Yvette Thomas Cares for Our Group Home Residents
A self-described jack-of-all-trades, Yvette Thomas, Chief Registered Nurse, fills many roles to support our group homes throughout the state. “Do you need a hug from me?” Yvette Thomas [...]
Ronnie Teague Loves Being Around People
If a man wearing a baseball and bearing a generous smile cap greets you at an Adults’ Night Out event, chances are it’s Ronnie T. “I like being around people,” […]
Robbie Loves Being Himself at Weekend Recreation
If you or your child finds themselves being serenaded, the person singing is likely to be a tall, dark-haired young man named Robbie. Music is the way Robbie connects […]
By Dan
In College for People with Disabilities, Employment Services for People with Disabilities, Testimonials
Posted Ryan T. – Continuing Success Through Self-Advocacy
No person succeeds without the help of others. “After working with Frank [Halpin], I can definitely agree with that,” said Ryan Tannenbaum, as he accepted the 2019 Andrew J. Murphy […]
Every Saturday, Billy Looks Forward to Weekend Recreation
Saturday may be days away, but that the special day for Billy S. “He looks forward to events every Saturday,” says his mother, Zoia. When asked which events are his […]
By Dan
In College for People with Disabilities, Employment Services for People with Disabilities, Testimonials
Posted Ryan T. Gets Down to Business
“My first job was not posted on Indeed.com or a company website,” says Ryan Tannenbaum of his recent internship. It was through the power of networking; Ryan learned this […]
Dominique S. – Once Shy, He Now Has Many Friends
At the beginning of each month, Dominique S. looks forward to going through the mail. Inside a special envelope that eventually lands in his mailbox is a flier. Eagerly, […]
For C.J., New Friends. For His Mom, Peace of Mind
“He looks forward to the program every week,” says Joann M. about her son C.J., in regard to his participating in Weekend Recreation. C.J. has attended most of the […]
By Dan
In Assistive Tech Tuesday, Assistive Technology, Cerebral Palsy, College for People with Disabilities, Our Consumers, Testimonials
Posted Assistive Technology Helps Stephanie in Her Love of Learning
“Though I’m just learning,” Stephanie P. says, “I feel more independent.” Stephanie, a woman with cerebral palsy, in her early 50s, is a life-long learner who loves researching (more […]