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Greetings!
Summer is in sight! The end of school is just around the corner! There are lots of exciting things happening in our area this summer. We hope you will participate in as many of the activities that we have planned as possible.
For many kids summertime can be lonely, changes in routine can lead to stress, and the days can get long and boring. We want to provide as many positive experiences as possible this summer. In addition to the weekly events already planned, we will be starting a Fitness Tracker Program with prizes for consumers that meet their goals, like walking or swimming 30 minutes a day, 3 times a week. We will be posting a sign-up sheet for the Fitness Tracker Program before school gets out.
We reviewed safety tips for summertime with our staff in the last newsletter and also in the May Points of Interest supervision. Help us keep your child safe by providing sunscreen, appropriate clothing (including hat and sunglasses if desired) and lots of water. We will need your permission to take your child swimming. Our policy requires a lifeguard to be present at all times when a consumer swims.
As always, we welcome your input. Please share your ideas! And have a blast this summer! |
Worthy Foundation Sponsors Arc Celebrity Ballgame
The 21st Annual Arc CelebrityT Ballgame is scheduled for Saturday, June 12, 2010, at 4:30pm, at Sims Legion Park in Gastonia. The first 100 guests will receive FREE tickets to the 7:00pm Gastonia Grizzlies game against the Forest City Owls!
The Celebrity Ballgame is an interactive slow-pitch softball game where many citizens with developmental disabilities play along side with various members of the community including local celebrities, friends, families, business owners and more! This event is not only a fundraiser for the Arc, but also a great community awareness event. Please plan to participate or attend this special summertime event. For more information, please contact the Arc at 704-861-1036 or email the arc at arcgaston@bellsouth.net.
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FREE Tennis Clinic for Children with Autism
The 3rd annual Aces for Autism is a Free Tennis Clinic for children with autism in honor of Olivia Collier. It will be held at Bradley Center in Gastonia, Monday through Friday, June 14-18, 2010, from 10am to 11am.
Aces
for Autism is directed by James Collier. James is a high school tennis
player and a big brother to Olivia. This is a free clinic, but you must register so we know how many to expect. To register, contact James Collier at 704-868-8272 or email arcmd@hotmail.com. Visit the Aces for Autism website at www.acesforautism.com for more information and registration forms. 
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Autism Awareness Fair a Hit!
 On Friday, April 16, 2010, hundreds of people gathered at Lineberger Park in Gastonia for Dreamweavers' 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Fair. The purpose of the fair was to provide information about the resources in our area for families living with children on the autism spectrum. A total of 16 vendors participated.
The feedback we have gotten has been very positive. Everyone enjoyed the free train rides and parents were appreciative of the fenced area to keep the kids safe. We look forward to an even bigger and better event next year. If you are interested in helping plan or organize the event, please contact Betsy Huffstetler.
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Welcome New Staff!
We are happy to welcome the following staff to Dreamweavers:
David Barnette, CAP CSS
Dana Davis, CAP CSS
Adrian Floyd, CAP CSS
Angela Gingles, CAP CSS
Laura Hancock, Music Therapist
Emily Hill, CAP CSS
Chenell Leaks, CAP CSS
Cynthia Majure, CAP CSS
Karla McNeal, Mental Health Counselor
Glenn Mitchell, CAP CSS
Sean Montgomery, CAP CSS
Holly Partlow, CAP CSS
Heika Petty, CAP CSS
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Mandatory Annual Training Scheduled
 Please mark your calendars now and plan for your staff to attend the Mandatory Annual Training in July. Your staff should be communicating with your about the dates and times of the trainings they have scheduled. We offer a choice of morning or afternoon trainings and give a choice of days to make sure everyone can work it into their schedule. Our goal is to have minimal disruption to services while making sure all staff meet the state training requirements. If yo have questions of concerns about the training, please contact Stephanie Brown at 704-868-8551 x101 or email stephanie@dreamweaversnc.com. Thanks for your cooperation!
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| Please remember to update your records if you have a change in address, phone number, or email address. We want to keep you informed and up to date on what's going on at Dreamweavers. Have a safe and happy summer!
 We will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2010, and will re-open on Tuesday at 8am. If you have an emergency that cannot wait until the next business day, please call the emergency number on your Consumer Handbook or call the office voicemail for the number. |
1010 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, North Carolina 28054
704-868-8551
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