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Elizabeth has been eager to understand her diagnosis of Autism and what it will mean for her as she grows up. With the help of her Behavioral Therapist, Elizabeth was able to connect with an adult with an Autism diagnosis. Elizabeth is typically shy, but she had an amazing Q&A session and was very social. Elizabeth was able to see that he
Elizabeth has been eager to understand her diagnosis of Autism and what it will mean for her as she grows up. With the help of her Behavioral Therapist, Elizabeth was able to connect with an adult with an Autism diagnosis. Elizabeth is typically shy, but she had an amazing Q&A session and was very social. Elizabeth was able to see that her life can and will continue to be beautiful and successful, despite the struggles she may face. Her parents and all her therapists are so proud of her for having such a positive interaction and being such an inspiration to others. Elizabeth turns 10 years old this month and is hopeful that one day she will be a Veterinarian, Doctor, or a Fashion Designer. Thank you for sharing with us Elizabeth!
Dru was named one of the Hoe-Down Kiddos for Children's TherAplay. She will be a TherAplay Ambassador for the year. How fun!
Alec has a great knowledge of Paleontology and worked at The Children's Museum through an Internship. Alec is a hard worker and has been taking classes at the University of Indianapolis to earn a degree in Paleontology. He was recently featured on WRTV news for his hard work at the Children’s Museum. Great work Alec!
Haisley just turned 3 years old! She recently started preschool and will soon be a big sister! She is the sweetest little girl who will put a smile on anyone's face.
Kirk and his mom Barb love to take golf cart rides around their rural community in Shelby County. What a sweet ride!
Jackson was recently featured in the INvision newsletter for Indiana's Division of Disability & Rehabilitative Services. The article describes the success he has had at his two jobs for the last nine years. What an awesome story!
To read the entire article please click here INvision DDRS Newsletter, Jan. 2023
Kerrigan has been working with her mom and Behavioral Therapist on expanding her photography skills. One of Kerrigan’s favorite things to do is go to the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and capture images of her favorite animals. Here are a few recent shots photographed by Kerrigan! Kerrigan shared that she enjoys sending pictures of animals
Kerrigan has been working with her mom and Behavioral Therapist on expanding her photography skills. One of Kerrigan’s favorite things to do is go to the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and capture images of her favorite animals. Here are a few recent shots photographed by Kerrigan! Kerrigan shared that she enjoys sending pictures of animals because it brightens up people's day. Beautiful pictures Kerrigan!
Ryan was recently featured with Stone Belt's Project Search Indiana where he is learning new job skills. He participated in two weeks of job readiness classes and is now placed in his first internship at Ivy Tech. He has really enjoyed the classes and learning about the opportunities. He will get to rotate through Stonebelt, Ivy Tech, Coo
Ryan was recently featured with Stone Belt's Project Search Indiana where he is learning new job skills. He participated in two weeks of job readiness classes and is now placed in his first internship at Ivy Tech. He has really enjoyed the classes and learning about the opportunities. He will get to rotate through Stonebelt, Ivy Tech, Cook Medical, Upland Brewery and the Monroe County Humane Association for internships over an 8 month program. Ryan is getting to meet new friends and make connections in the community. Way to go Ryan!
Brycen started Preschool this year and this picture was of his first day. Brycen is doing amazing and learning so much. He loves school and especially loves the big boy bus he gets to ride. He learned how to sign "bus" and will sign bus when mom sings "when the wheels on the bus" song.
Mike just had his 75th birthday celebration! Mike likes to keep busy! He loves Aktion club, New Hope of Indiana and his Jewish faith. Allison, his case manager, said he is the definition of 75 years young! Happy 75th Mike!
Michael is standing in front of the truck he is buying from his dad after reaching his goal to get his driver’s license! He also recently got a full-time job after working at his part-time job for a couple years! Michael works hard and spends some of his free time helping others. He mows grass at his church, for family and neighbors, and
Michael is standing in front of the truck he is buying from his dad after reaching his goal to get his driver’s license! He also recently got a full-time job after working at his part-time job for a couple years! Michael works hard and spends some of his free time helping others. He mows grass at his church, for family and neighbors, and serves in the Knights of Columbus. Congratulations on your accomplishments Michael!
Justin just started his senior year in high school. On his first day at school he found out that he was accepted to the International Business College Vet Tech Institute in Indianapolis. He currently needs two more classes to graduate, so he will be able to volunteer at the local shelter a lot this year in preparation for his college expe
Justin just started his senior year in high school. On his first day at school he found out that he was accepted to the International Business College Vet Tech Institute in Indianapolis. He currently needs two more classes to graduate, so he will be able to volunteer at the local shelter a lot this year in preparation for his college experience. When he finishes his 18 month program he will be a certified vet tech! Congratulations Justin!
Jessica is a young woman on the autism spectrum who learned to do beading during her Project Search internship her last year of high school. The Project Search team received a Creative Classroom grant from Lawrence Township Education Foundation to make Meditation Beads for Community Hospital North. Out of all the Project Search interns a
Jessica is a young woman on the autism spectrum who learned to do beading during her Project Search internship her last year of high school. The Project Search team received a Creative Classroom grant from Lawrence Township Education Foundation to make Meditation Beads for Community Hospital North. Out of all the Project Search interns at the time, she was chosen to work on this project. During the internship, over 180 bracelets were given to patients at Community Hospital North Cancer Center. The project was then expanded, and bracelets were given to all Lawrence Township bus drivers and transportation staff following the tragic death of Amy Beverland Elementary principal, Mrs. Susan Jordan. At the end of the internship, Jess and her instructor created her own Etsy Page as a way for her to continue what she had learned. Jess has continued making bracelets at home and has added lots of new items to her collection such as earrings, rosary beads, keychains, bookmarks and even facemask lanyards! She loves coming up with new designs and posting them before the next holiday is coming, so that her customers can show off her designs in spirited fashion! Jessica is very proud of her work and appreciates all of the support that has been shown to her! Please “like” Designer Beads by Jess on Facebook and Instagram and check out her Etsy shop for more information on her amazing talents!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/designerbeadsbyjess
Instagram: https:/www.instagram.com/designerbeadsbyjess
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignerBeadsByJess
Andrew recently received his Technical Certificate in Software Development from Ivy Tech Community College. He is currently working towards his Associates Degree. Andrew is a valued employee at his local grocery store, active in Special Olympics, and recently received his learner's permit to work toward getting his driver's license. He is
Andrew recently received his Technical Certificate in Software Development from Ivy Tech Community College. He is currently working towards his Associates Degree. Andrew is a valued employee at his local grocery store, active in Special Olympics, and recently received his learner's permit to work toward getting his driver's license. He is a wonderful friend and advocate for others. He does a great job of balancing his very full schedule.
Steven and his Bloomington South High School Track and Field team just won their first ever Unified Track and Field sectional championship. Steven won in the long jump competition. He and his teammate were awarded the Captain Award by their coaches based on sportsmanship, integrity and leadership. Steven and his team were featured in The Herald-Times. Way to go Steven!!
Tiffany and Joy just recently moved in together. They are using remote supports as needed and they are both working in the community. Tiffany just moved from a house where residential services were provided 24 hours a day and Joy just moved out of her parents' home. Hello independence! They are changing the world!
Mackenzie is holding the trophy from her track team winning sectionals. She started track this year and was extremely nervous about it, but it has been an awesome experience for her. Way to go MacKenzie!!
Elliot just recently celebrated their 15th birthday and attended prom! Their birthday weekend was filled with celebrating with their family and friends. Great pictures Elliot! Thanks for sharing with us!
Tommy was the Grand Marshall for the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Indiana Buddy Walk in Fort Wayne on September 9, 2021. He got to meet the Mayor!
Laura recently wrote a song about her case manager, Amber, with her Music Therapist. Amber stated it made her teary eyed. "Moments like today remind me of why I love working in this field. I am extremely proud of Laura for composing and singing this song, especially for me.
Joe's family planned a trip to Disney World. This trip consisted of 12 family members and lifelong family friends who gathered from all over the United States to spend 4 days at Disney with Joe! Joe set personal goals to increase his strength and endurance to prepare for the trip by walking laps in the therapy pool daily. Joe was thrille
Joe's family planned a trip to Disney World. This trip consisted of 12 family members and lifelong family friends who gathered from all over the United States to spend 4 days at Disney with Joe! Joe set personal goals to increase his strength and endurance to prepare for the trip by walking laps in the therapy pool daily. Joe was thrilled to meet Mickey, Ariel and King Triton. His favorite ride was the Rock N Roll Rollercoaster at Hollywood Studios. Joe’s favorite activity was dinner and a live Polka band at The Biergarten at Epcot. There, Joe danced and sang the night away while enjoying a dinner show and traditional German eats, and celebrating his family’s heritage. We are thrilled Joe was able to fulfill one of his dreams!
Christopher is very talented with building things and mechanical/electrical tasks. His mom recently stated that she needed something to hold her ribbons in her craft room. Christopher asked her to describe it and then told her the things he would need to build it for her. She bought the items, and he built her the ribbon holder! Christoph
Christopher is very talented with building things and mechanical/electrical tasks. His mom recently stated that she needed something to hold her ribbons in her craft room. Christopher asked her to describe it and then told her the things he would need to build it for her. She bought the items, and he built her the ribbon holder! Christopher enjoys helping his dad re-wire electrical outlets and doing things like wiring and installing their dishwasher. He is really great with tasks like this. He was recently on the prop crew of a play at school building props! Way to go Christopher!
Ned recently helped out with a training for the Bureau of Quality Improvement Services to share with others about what his good life looks like and the things that are important to him and for others to know! Ned very much values self-advocacy and chooses to do things that HE WANTS to do each day. Ned has a positive outlook on life that
Ned recently helped out with a training for the Bureau of Quality Improvement Services to share with others about what his good life looks like and the things that are important to him and for others to know! Ned very much values self-advocacy and chooses to do things that HE WANTS to do each day. Ned has a positive outlook on life that he loves to share with others and share his knowledge of how we can choose to live and drive our own life.
Check out his interview: https://youtu.be/NEXwxREWpYU
Emery is a sweet and spunky 4 year old. She loves music, animals, food, family and being outside! She was recently featured on the Global Down Syndrome Foundation Facebook page for World Down Syndrome day this year! www.globaldownsyndrome.org/rocks
Harmony was recently awarded Student of the Term. Harmony has been through a lot this year with several staff changes at her school. Harmony continues to work hard and push through the hard times. Harmony’s mother, Melissa, is so proud of her little girl and her perseverance to get through the many challenges that Harmony has gone through. Way to go, Harmony!
Matthew was featured in Special Needs Living Magazine this month. He shared about his small business he has started, making pottery. He sells his pottery through Matthew's Hands Down Pottery. He is an amazing artist!
Check out the article: https://issuu.com/.../december_2021-special_needs_living...
View his artwork for sale: https://www.facebook.com/groups/204024358183944/
Terrell is an amazing advocate for himself and others, and serves on the Gigi's Indy Board of Directors with full voting rights. He is friends with everyone at Gigi's Playhouse, and they call him Uncle T. Gigi's is opening a new Playhouse in Ohio in March, and Terrell has been asked to speak at their gala! Watch Terrell with an individual
Terrell is an amazing advocate for himself and others, and serves on the Gigi's Indy Board of Directors with full voting rights. He is friends with everyone at Gigi's Playhouse, and they call him Uncle T. Gigi's is opening a new Playhouse in Ohio in March, and Terrell has been asked to speak at their gala! Watch Terrell with an individual he mentors at Gigi's: https://vimeo.com/677386201/f9a530108c
Morgan currently works at the YMCA in Warsaw, where she recently increased her hours from only a couple hours a few days to just about every weekday. She was awarded Employee of the Month for the month of December 2021! In talking with Morgan, she loves working with her coworkers and interacting with so many different people while working at the Y!
Tim is an amazing guy who would help anyone, anytime without question. He loves doing work outdoors, especially mowing lawns and clearing snow for others using his snowblower. Recently, he helped an older gentleman clear his driveway when his blower stopped working. A veteran posted on the Nextdoor app in his neighborhood asking for help
Tim is an amazing guy who would help anyone, anytime without question. He loves doing work outdoors, especially mowing lawns and clearing snow for others using his snowblower. Recently, he helped an older gentleman clear his driveway when his blower stopped working. A veteran posted on the Nextdoor app in his neighborhood asking for help clearing his driveway and Tim and his mom reached out immediately to offer help! Although someone got there before they did, Tim was ready, willing and able to do the job! Mom also shared another story of Tim climbing a tree at an apple orchard to help a friend when there together. These pictures show just how much Tim truly cares for others and gives of himself all the time! Thanks Tim for being such a great guy!
Kurt, known as "The Blind Pianist", performed in the Traditional Christmas Show at Paramount Theater in Anderson this month. Kurt was one of the four performers and played multiple songs on the piano. Kurt is very talented and also plays the organ and guitar. His case manager Emily reported that she got the pleasure of attending the show and seeing Kurt perform!
Matthew recently showcased at Books and Brews, sharing some of his comedy to the crowd as well as selling autographed copies of his joke book. He has published 3 books so far! Matthew loves to write jokes, bake and be with his family. Check out some of his work!
Check out a clip of him with his stand-up routine: https://youtu.be/Hyj7wJeCM
Matthew recently showcased at Books and Brews, sharing some of his comedy to the crowd as well as selling autographed copies of his joke book. He has published 3 books so far! Matthew loves to write jokes, bake and be with his family. Check out some of his work!
Check out a clip of him with his stand-up routine: https://youtu.be/Hyj7wJeCMTQ
Link to his book: https://www.lulu.com/.../paperback/product-ney8g2.html
Blake got a new job as a ticket taker at his local movie theater. He has wanted to work at a movie theater so he asked his waiver staff to take him to complete an application. He completed the application and got a call back for an interview and was hired on the spot! He was excited that he was able to do this completely on his own and is ready to work! Congratulations Blake!
Noah and Adriana presented these books that they helped write and lead a lecture on autism at the Good Journeys Expo- Holistic Health and Psychic Fair. Noah and Adriana are very passionate about helping others! You can purchase the books on Amazon.
Andrew has a love for dogs and animals. Over the past year, Andrew and his family have been in touch with 4Paws Lodge in Fishers, IN, consistently checking in to see if they were hiring before they had their grand opening. Andrew was officially hired at the end of this March. He has been doing such a great job and has been working withou
Andrew has a love for dogs and animals. Over the past year, Andrew and his family have been in touch with 4Paws Lodge in Fishers, IN, consistently checking in to see if they were hiring before they had their grand opening. Andrew was officially hired at the end of this March. He has been doing such a great job and has been working without a job coach or assistance. 4 Paws is so pleased with his work and dedication that they want to add in more hours to his work schedule each week. Awesome work Andrew, we are so happy for you!"
Ariel began planning her wedding in 2019 and her plans came to fruition in July of 2020. Due to COVID, there was some question as to whether they would be able to make it happen but, in the end, they were able to have the wedding as planned. Her family has supported her every step of the way and continue to support her as she strives towa
Ariel began planning her wedding in 2019 and her plans came to fruition in July of 2020. Due to COVID, there was some question as to whether they would be able to make it happen but, in the end, they were able to have the wedding as planned. Her family has supported her every step of the way and continue to support her as she strives toward greater levels of independence. She recently moved out of her parents' home and into her own apartment, another first for her. Her recent marriage and move are not the only causes for celebration. To say that this young woman is inspirational would be an understatement. When she is not working at her community job or working on improving her independent living skills, she can be found volunteering, learning how to play the guitar, or taking cooking lessons. Courtney, her case manager, is very proud to be a part of her team and looks forward to having the opportunity to support her, cheer her on, and celebrate all of her future accomplishments! Congratulations on achieving your dream Ariel!
Easton was born very small, weighing around four pounds, with a rare chromosomal micro-deletion. He was discharged from the hospital on hospice at six months of age with a feeding tube and low oxygen levels. Easton has overcome some major deficits to be where he is at today. You are an amazing young man, Easton, keep up the amazing progress and continue to defy the odds!
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