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AUGUST NEWS @ DREAMWEAVERS
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Greetings!
We hope you have been enjoying your summer! Here's what's going on this month at Dreamweavers!
In this issue: Private Pay Services, Americans with Disabilities ACT turns 20, New Staff, Water day at the park, 2010 Autism Walk, Toddler Group Water Day, Medicaid Fraud.
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 Dreamweavers Announces Private Pay Option!
Dreamweavers is happy to announce a new private pay option for the following services:
Respite (day, night, or weekend!) One-on-one care with developmental goals Early Intervention Speech Therapy Counseling Music Therapy This private pay option was developed as a way to provide families of children and adults with special needs a worry-free option for family-care.
As a mother of a teenager with Autism herself, our Executive Director understands how hard it can be to find someone you can trust to take care of your child. Through Dreamweavers, families can find a network of qualified staff that are available to take care of their children and provide them with the peace of mind they need.
Our qualified staff are all trained in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, and on more specific cases, Tube Feeding, Oxygen, Seizure Management, etc. All staff are also trained in the latest North Carolina Intervention strategies that can be used to help deescalate tense situations.
Dreamweavers staff have a variety of expertise with specific disabilities such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, Varying degrees of Mental Retardation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Hearing & Vision loss.
Our staff are available for day, evening, overnight, and weekend services. Overnight and weekend services must be requested with advanced notice to guarantee staff availability. Staff are also available for interview prior to providing services, and specific trainings/expertise can be requested to meet families' needs. |
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 20 years for ADA!
July 26th marked the 20 year anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA ensures that people living with disabilities are able to be involved in their community by requiring equal access to employment, education, public transportation, and more. The passing of ADA in 1990 provided people with Accessible transportation, a lifeline for people with and without disabilities. It provided people with disabilites the chance to go to school, to work, to shop and to vote - things that many people take for granted. Laws like the ADA can change the lives of people with disabilities. For more information on ADA, please visit www.ada.gov. |
Welcome New Clinical and Administrative Staff!
 Karla McNeal joined Dreamweavers as a Clinical Therapist specializing in work with small children. Karla received her BA in Psychology from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC, and her MA degree in Counseling from UNC Charlotte. She is a National Board Certified Counselor. Prior to joining Dreamweavers in 2010, Karla provided counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. She has experience in day treatment settings providing individual, group, and family therapy, as well as experience in Level III group home settings as a group therapist with male and female adolescents.
 Melanie Jones, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant joined Dreamweavers in 2010. She graduated with honors from Caldwell Community College with an AAS degree in Speech Language Pathology Assistant. She was the recipient of the 2009 Caldwell Community College Academic Excellence Award. Melanie completed her internship with elementary school children in grades K through 6. Melanie will assist Marcy Pendleton, Speech Language Pathologist, and Director of Speech Services for Dreamweavers.
 Laura Hancock is the third Music Therapist to join Dreamweavers' Music Therapy Program. Laura received her first undergraduate degree Communications/Psychology. Laura graduated from Queens University of Charlotte Music Therapy Program in 2010. She completed her internship at Dreamweavers, and continued employment with Dreamweavers after graduation. Laura provides Infant-Toddler services and Music Therapy for individuals and groups in Mecklenburg County.
 Emily Hill joined Dreamweavers as a CAP Supervisor in June 2010. Emily received her undergraduate degree in Elementary and Special Education from Niagara University in Lewiston, NY. She received a Masters' Degree in Special Education from Grand Canyon University. Emily has been working with people with disabilities for ten years. Prior to working for Dreamweavers Unlimited, Emily taught Special Education in Niagara Falls, NY and Regular Education in Charlotte, NC. |
 Water Day at the Park!
Join us on August 18th from 11-12 at Lineberger Park and be prepared to get wet! We will have water games, free train rides, and everyone can have fun in the Spray Ground. Don't forget to bring/pack a change of clothes and a towel. If you have any questions, give us a call at the office! 704-868-8551 or email Blayke at blayke@dreamweaversnc.com. |
 2010 Autism Walk!
Its that time again! The Dreamweavers Dream Team is ready to walk and raise awareness for Autism at this years' Walk Now for Autism sponsored by Autism Speaks. When? Saturday, October 9, 2010 Where? Lowes Motor Speedway - Concord, NC Not a big walker? Already have other plans? That's fine! You can join our team as a virtual walker! Please contact Blayke at blayke@dreamweaversnc.com for more information. |
 Toddler Group Water Day!
We had a great time last week at our Toddler Group Water day! Our group kids were able to participate in fun water activities such as: *Painting with water *What does an Ice Cube feel like? *I got my feet wet! *"Diving" for treasure *Does this float? Everyone enjoyed this great activity to explore the world of water! |
Medicaid Fraud and You
Thinking Medicaid fraud and abuse "don't hurt anyone" is just wrong! Every dollar wasted or stolen is a dollar that could have been spent on health care for someone who needs it and who follows the rules. And those dollars add up - tens of millions in NC each year.
Whether you're a Medicaid provider, recipient or simply a taxpayer, fraud and abuse cost you! If you know or suspect someone has gained Medicaid benefits improperly, report it to the state Division of Medical Assistance.
(The above information is from the State of NC Department of Health and Human Services - www.ncdhhs.gov) |
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Dreamweavers is currently accepting referrals for the following services:
Speech Therapy - Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland
CAP-MR/DD - Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland
Individual and Family Counseling - Gaston, Mecklenburg
Music Therapy - Gaston, Mecklenburg
Early Intervention - Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland & Mecklenburg
Infant Mental Health - Gaston, Mecklenburg
To make a referral online, please visit our website. You can also give us a call at the office, 704-868-8551.
Sincerely,
Blayke Turrubiartes
Communications Coordinator
Dreamweavers Unlimited
p) 704-868-8551
f) 704-868-8552 |
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