I know that social networking is the "in" thing to do...but we at Team Daniel want to sit and chat with you. We will be at the Mountain Island Library in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, August 1st from 1:30pm-3:30pm.
The main topic of discussion will be future improvements for individuals with developmental disabilities, but if you have any other questions...we probably have an answer. This meeting would also be a great chance to talk about any article ideas for EMPOWERED! Plus we will have copies of "They Created Us" for sale.
Think of this as a "low key get together". Come one, come all! Hopefully we will all learn a lot, and possibly make a new friend or two.
Interested in coming?
Here's the address to the library:
4420 Hoyt Galvin Way, Charlotte, NC 28214
But you can always email: lrobinson(at) teamdaniel(dot) com if you have questions or would like to RSVP.
Can't wait to meet you!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Saturday, July 18, 2009
The "Going's On", In Cumberland County
Bright and early this morning it occured to me that I haven't announced any wonderful events for our "blog friends" down the street. Next Friday, July 24th is Fourth Friday in Downtown Fayetteville.
Now, you may ask why I'm posting this so far in advance. My answer to that is, this event is awesome! Now that we have all gotten into the summer groove, this event is the perfect way to take advantage of these picture perfect summer nights. From 7pm-9pm you, ME and hundreds more of your favorite Fayetteville residents will be walking the streets to live music, art exhibitions and tons of yummy food vendors.
Here's what the Fayetteville Downtown Alliance says about "Fourth Friday's":
Fourth Friday is like an old fashioned “Gallery Crawl.” Folks of all ages get a taste of Fayetteville's art and entertainment while enjoying the small galleries, bookstores, bistros and shops with unique items for shoppers. Even the streets become the stage for roaming magicians, puppet shows and drum circles. It’s safe, it's fun and did we mention it's free!
If you're heading down there next Friday, give me a call. See you there!
Now, you may ask why I'm posting this so far in advance. My answer to that is, this event is awesome! Now that we have all gotten into the summer groove, this event is the perfect way to take advantage of these picture perfect summer nights. From 7pm-9pm you, ME and hundreds more of your favorite Fayetteville residents will be walking the streets to live music, art exhibitions and tons of yummy food vendors.
Here's what the Fayetteville Downtown Alliance says about "Fourth Friday's":
Fourth Friday is like an old fashioned “Gallery Crawl.” Folks of all ages get a taste of Fayetteville's art and entertainment while enjoying the small galleries, bookstores, bistros and shops with unique items for shoppers. Even the streets become the stage for roaming magicians, puppet shows and drum circles. It’s safe, it's fun and did we mention it's free!
If you're heading down there next Friday, give me a call. See you there!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
It's Amazing What Happens When We All Work Together
If you live in or near the Charlotte area there is a wonderful non-profit organization that helps families with children on the Autism Spectrum. The best thing about the Autism Foundation of the Carolinas is that the whole organization is run by parents. All founding and governing board members have children on the Autism Spectrum.
Here is their mission statement:
The Autism Foundation of the Carolinas (AFC) is the effort of individuals with an interest in assisting families in the Charlotte area who have children on the autism spectrum or have some type of related developmental/neurological impairment. It is the desire of AFC to help families affected find solutions and provide funding for them. In addition, AFC is dedicated to developing programs to enhance and improve their lives. Below is our mission statement.
Our Mission
Our mission is to assist children with autism spectrum and related disorders to achieve fulfilling, productive and independent lives by:
Providing families and caregivers access to information and resources regarding programs, services, therapies, and alternatives to help their children.
Providing financial assistance to families and the institutions that support the development of these children throughout their lifespan, and
Increasing the knowledge and understanding of these children, their needs and their families’ needs through community awareness and educational programs.
If this has piqued your interest their biographies and detialed information is available on their website: www.autismcarolinas.org
Here is their mission statement:
The Autism Foundation of the Carolinas (AFC) is the effort of individuals with an interest in assisting families in the Charlotte area who have children on the autism spectrum or have some type of related developmental/neurological impairment. It is the desire of AFC to help families affected find solutions and provide funding for them. In addition, AFC is dedicated to developing programs to enhance and improve their lives. Below is our mission statement.
Our Mission
Our mission is to assist children with autism spectrum and related disorders to achieve fulfilling, productive and independent lives by:
Providing families and caregivers access to information and resources regarding programs, services, therapies, and alternatives to help their children.
Providing financial assistance to families and the institutions that support the development of these children throughout their lifespan, and
Increasing the knowledge and understanding of these children, their needs and their families’ needs through community awareness and educational programs.
If this has piqued your interest their biographies and detialed information is available on their website: www.autismcarolinas.org
Friday, July 10, 2009
It's True! You Learn Something New Every Day.
Every day I do more research and uncover more local gems, the "Teens to Adulthood" support group hosted by the ARC of Wake County is no exception. If you check their website they do not meet in the summer months, however they are working on their upcoming September 2009-May 2010 schedule and Steve Strom, the Executive Director with the ARC of Wake County assures me the schedule will not disappoint.
Do they have a website with details? Oh course they do: http://www.arcwake.org/teentoadult.html
This support group covers the questions most parents will have when the children start to transition into adulthood. And with most organizations, products and services...the ideas stemmed from a need and I've found the story.
HISTORY
When Kathy Honeyman moved to Raleigh five years ago, she went about identifying community resources for her teenage daughter, Rebecca. Having been assisted in many ways by The Arc of Monmouth County in New Jersey, she decided to contact The Arc of Wake County. There she was advised to start planning for her daughter’s future. Kathy began to realize that as children with disabilities become teenagers and young adults, a new set of issues emerges in every area of development and lifestyle. Social, emotional, safety, recreational, financial, housing, vocational and advocacy concerns needed to be addressed. Eventually, the idea for monthly meetings, where parents and professionals could come together to talk about some of these transitions, came to light. “Teen to Adulthood” was born.
With the help of other parents and area professionals the meetings started to take shape. Today, Teen to Adulthood boasts over 400 people on its mailing list. The group has covered issues including SSI, Vocational Rehabilitation, CAP services and registering our teens/young adults to vote in upcoming elections. The program is free of charge and offers a casual, friendly and supportive atmosphere for networking with other parents and professionals, while learning valuable information from community providers and experts in their areas.
I am very excited to learn more about this support group and the families they help educate thoughtout the state.
Do they have a website with details? Oh course they do: http://www.arcwake.org/teentoadult.html
This support group covers the questions most parents will have when the children start to transition into adulthood. And with most organizations, products and services...the ideas stemmed from a need and I've found the story.
HISTORY
When Kathy Honeyman moved to Raleigh five years ago, she went about identifying community resources for her teenage daughter, Rebecca. Having been assisted in many ways by The Arc of Monmouth County in New Jersey, she decided to contact The Arc of Wake County. There she was advised to start planning for her daughter’s future. Kathy began to realize that as children with disabilities become teenagers and young adults, a new set of issues emerges in every area of development and lifestyle. Social, emotional, safety, recreational, financial, housing, vocational and advocacy concerns needed to be addressed. Eventually, the idea for monthly meetings, where parents and professionals could come together to talk about some of these transitions, came to light. “Teen to Adulthood” was born.
With the help of other parents and area professionals the meetings started to take shape. Today, Teen to Adulthood boasts over 400 people on its mailing list. The group has covered issues including SSI, Vocational Rehabilitation, CAP services and registering our teens/young adults to vote in upcoming elections. The program is free of charge and offers a casual, friendly and supportive atmosphere for networking with other parents and professionals, while learning valuable information from community providers and experts in their areas.
I am very excited to learn more about this support group and the families they help educate thoughtout the state.
Monday, July 6, 2009
From One Mother, To Another.
This week a member of Team Daniel family, is featured on "TriangleMom2Mom ", and we couldn't be more exicted. Jess talks about life as a military wife, mother of three children, her families favorite activities and also her more personal reason she loves working with Team Daniel.
Here is the link to the feature: http://www.trianglemom2mom.com/content/meet-jess
We hope you enjoy Jess' story as much as we did! If you don't live in the Triangle and are looking for similar websites they are out there. If you live close to Fayetteville or in one of the surrounding counties 910 Moms (http://www.910moms.com/) is a great place to start.
Here is the link to the feature: http://www.trianglemom2mom.com/content/meet-jess
We hope you enjoy Jess' story as much as we did! If you don't live in the Triangle and are looking for similar websites they are out there. If you live close to Fayetteville or in one of the surrounding counties 910 Moms (http://www.910moms.com/) is a great place to start.
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