JUNE VISION STATEMENT:
DEDICATION
Parent / Family Support Group
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions
940 E. Haverford Road, Suite 102
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Kaleidoscope Family Support Group welcomes Beth Rosenwasser, PhD,
LPC, BCBA-D, Director of Community Development and Program
Development for JCHAI (Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence).
Simultaneous Peer Support Group * Refreshments Served
RSVP to [email protected]
Message from our Executive Director:
When summer comes, have some fun! That is exactly
what we plan to do in the upcoming months. Of
course, we will always continue to work on goals and
objectives that enhance independent living
opportunities, as well as promote self-determination.
Why not have fun in the process. With the warmer
weather, Kaleidoscope will offer many activities and
programs to ensure full and stimulating lives. I
recently noticed that, just in PA, we hosted over 30
events in May. Join us in June and have some fun! We
are DEDICATED – our June Vision Statement - to
bringing you an amazing summer!
All my best,
Dr. TaraColleen Macatee
Peer Support Groups Allentown
Peer Support Groups Bryn Mawr
6/7 Social Boundaries
6/14 Social Skills: Group Games
6/14 Career Readiness: Role Play
6/21 Career Readiness: Exploration
6/28 Social Skills: Fostering Teamwork
12:30-2pm
12:30-2pm
7:00-8:30pm
12:30-2pm
12:30-2pm
Bryn Mawr Office
Ashbridge Memorial Park
Bryn Mawr Office
Bryn Mawr Office
Ashbridge Memorial Park
Bryn Mawr Office: 940 E. Haverford Road, 19010
Ashbridge Memorial Park: 1301 Montgomery Ave., 19010
(Weather Permitting – rain location is Bryn Mawr office)
Picnic lunch provided at Ashbridge Memorial Park
CONSUMER SPOTLIGHT
Meet Trevor from Bryn Mawr, PA. Trevor is a regular member of our peer support group and
was just recently promoted to be one of our peer-mentors. It was a natural choice, as Trevor
always asks the most intuitive questions and fosters group participation. Even though Trevor
lives right in the neighborhood, he actually grew up in Kentucky. Here is his interview:
Q: Do you work or volunteer?
T) I work at the Radwyn Apartments in maintenance where I clean the building and hallways.
2200 Hamilton St., Suite 102, Allentown, PA 18104
Facilitated by Behavioral Specialist, Jena Gant, M.Ed.
6/14
6/21
5:00-6:30pm Managing Relationships Series
5:00-6:30pm Managing Relationships Series
RSVP to [email protected]
It’s our Annual Shore Trip
Where: Ocean City, NJ
When: Thursday, June 23rd (Rain date 6/30)
Time: Meet at the 9th Street Beach at 12noon
or at KFS Bryn Mawr at 10am to carpool
See activity sheet for full
details. More information to
follow in Weekly Updates!
Stay tuned for event flyer.
Q: How do you feel that your job makes your life better?
(T) It gives me a chance to interact with people in different settings. I have a boss named Sue
and she loves my great memory.
(Q) Tell us about your living situation.
(T) I live independently in an apartment managed by JCHAI (Judith Creed Homes for Adult
Independence). I make my own breakfast and lunch, but have dinner in a common apartment
with my group. I am responsible for my own cleaning and laundry.
(Q) What are your greatest challenges about your living situation?
(T) I would like to socialize more with people that are not in my group, which is why I like
Kaleidoscope activities.
(Q) Do you have future goals in regards to your living situation?
(T) I would like to someday live without supervision.
(Q) What are some of your hobbies?
(T) I love TV; “Once Upon A Time” is my favorite show. I like jigsaw puzzles, reading
books – I can read several at one time, and especially, hanging out with my family.
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Praise for Kaleidoscope
Lots of Controversy with ADA
Have you noticed the recent onslaught of complaints
and lawsuits against companies that allegedly or
admittedly violated the rights of individuals with
disabilities? On May 9, 2016, a judge ruled that the
Franklin Institute violated the Americans with
Disabilities Act several times when it required a direct
care worker to pay for his admittance. Just a few
months ago, Dorney Park was accused of keeping a
summer job from someone based on their disability.
Also in May, Lowe’s was charged with violating the
ADA when the company terminated individuals who,
based on their disability, took medical leaves of
absences longer than the company’s maximum leave
policy. This seems to be just the tip of the iceberg as
individuals with disabilities, their families and
caregivers are being encouraged to promote selfadvocacy and determination.
It is not our intention to focus on the negative, nor
bash any of the mentioned companies, as we all know
there are many sides to a story. Our point is that this is
seemingly a hot topic in our industry of late and it
could affect service providers, the disability
community and applicable families. As a provider
agency whose mission is to help those with disabilities
in every aspect of their lives, we will continue to
monitor related industry news so we can keep you
abreast of any pertinent developments.
We wanted to share this message from a
grateful parent:
“We are so happy to have Melissa
coming here! Simon looks forward to
her visits. She is a huge help to me so I'm
able to work a few extra hours and get
other things accomplished. We have no
concerns, just praise for the way
Kaleidoscope provides this blessing to
our family.”
Becky
Practicing teamwork, social skills
and time management …
Timothy loves his job at Giant
Supermarket.
We are happy to
report that we
plan to continue
the Managing
Relationships
Support Group
Series in
Allentown.
Check out the
group in action!
Mini
Golf
Anyone?
http://www.mcall.com/news/breaking/mc-dorney-park-rehiresspecial-needs-employee-20160205-story.html
http://www.thelegalintelligencer.com/id=1202757163764/Franklin
-Institute-Violated-ADA-by-ChargingCaregiver?slreturn=20160424164156
https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2016/05/13/lowes-disabilitydiscrimination/22307/
Kyle is exploring the past by
learning new skills on a classic
typewriter at Tech Week!
Congratulations are in order …
Mike - Got a new job at Giant and is going to
be in a Horse Show this weekend!
Eric - Crowned Prom King!!
Brandy - Got 1st place in an art competition!
Drew and Edward - Won medals for weight
lifting at the Special Olympics!
Amy – Is teaching a preschool class how to
draw!
Stephanie – Started volunteering at Darlington
Art Center!
John had a great time with his social group at
the Wagner Science Institute!
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Pittsburgh Area
Carnegie Science Center
Make memories with science at Carnegie Science Center!
Become a human yo-yo at Highmark SportsWorks, make it rain
in the water table, journey to the stars at Buhl Planetarium, and
check out our baseball-themed science demos!
SAVE THE DATE
Kaleidoscope 4th of July Celebration Picnic on Friday,
July 8th from 12:00-2:00pm – Ridley Creek State Park
Same time and place as last year. Stay tuned to your
mailbox for the event flyer.
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Ink your own silkscreen in The Studio, build and tinker with old
and new technologies, in MAKESHOP, pump and move water in
all directions in Waterplay, and much more at the award-winning
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood:
A Grr-ific Exhibit, June 11, 2016 - January 17, 2017.
Lehigh Valley Area
First Monday Block Party
6/6/16 5-7 p.m.
600 Block of Hamilton Street
Join us as we celebrate the First Monday of June (6/6/16) with
our fellow merchants! Musical performance by the Dynamic
Duo on the Bell Hall Pa
Lancaster/Harrisburg Area
North Museum of Nature and Science
400 College Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603
Primary - (717) 291-3941
SUMMER FUN IN PA
See dinosaurs up close and personal right here in Lancaster, PA! The
newest exhibit at the North Museum includes an in-depth look at T.
Rex and its fellow dinosaurs as they really lived, the opportunity to
view other forms of ancient life, and get hands-on with real fossils.
This new exhibit is sure to please dinosaur lovers young and old.
Let your inner scientist come out to play!
Spark your child’s excitement and curiosity with a trip to the North
Museum in Lancaster County, PA. Your family can explore engaging
exhibits and fun, hands-on activities in an immersive informal learning
environment.
Sensory Friendly Films
Get up, dance, walk, shout, or sing!
The lights are turned up, the sound is turned down, and guests
may walk around, dance or sing during the film.
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
AMC Clifton Commons 16
AMC Loews Waterfront 22
AMC Freehold 14
AMC Marple 10
AMC Hamilton 24
AMC Neshaminy 24
AMC Loews Brick Plaza 10
AMC Philadelphia Mills 14
AMC Loews Cherry Hill 24
AMC Loews Jersey Gardens 20
AMC Loews New Brunswick 18
AMC Loews Wayne 14
AMC Mountainside 10
AMC Rockaway 16
Saturday, June 11, 2016 10am
Teenage Mutant Ninga Turtles-Out of the Shadows
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 7pm
X-Men,The Apocalypse
Saturday, June 25, 2016
Finding Dory
10am
- See more at: http://www.discoverlancaster.com/members/north-museumnature-science.asp#sthash.qI22CH93.dpuf
Philadelphia Area
Community Cup Coffee House offered by New Avenue Foundation
Chambers Memorial Presbyterian Church
2 E. Sylvan Avenue, Rutledge, PA 19070
June 3, 10, 17, 24 Contact: [email protected]
Friday nights to have dinner and enjoy live music
with friends who share different abilities – all disabilities.
Headed to the Whitehouse
National Constitution Center
525 Arch St., Phila., PA
9:30 am until 5:00 pm, This event occurs daily, every day(s).
This one-of-a-kind exhibit engages students, teachers and families with
the election season.
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Watermelon Cupcakes
What you’ll need~
Mission Monday
Every month the Kaleidoscope team recognizes the providers
who give exceptional care to our consumers.
A heartfelt thank you to:
-Erin S. for filling in and being proactive in helping her
consumer get her drivers license.
-Latisha G. for being flexible and dedicated with Avi.
-Larry C. for continuing to fill in and provide extra support.
-Ryan B. for doing a great job with all of his consumers.
-Jedaiah H. for becoming our most improved provider in
Northeastern PA.
-Megan, Monica, Matt, Kathy and Allison for helping always!
-Melissa J. for helping out when needed.
- Sonya who helped 2 consumers join a bowling league.
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8 cupcake liners
8 cupcake shaped pieces
of seedless watermelon
2 cups pineapple
cream cheese frosting
Sprinkles for garnish
How to make them~
Place the liners in an 8-cup cupcake tin. Cut 3-inch
thick slices of seedless watermelon. Cut round
cupcake sized pieces from the slices. Put a
watermelon ‘cupcake’ in each liner. Place a dollop
of frosting on each cupcake. Decorate as desired
with sprinkles. Serves 8.
Congratulations to: Walt Carter, Zakiyyah Sarrys and
Monica Banks for winning Eastern PA ICs of the Month!
What a beautiful
night in WPA,
30 individuals
and IC's
attended the
Pirates game
with KFS.
Read more:
http://www.blisstree.com/2008/07/01/mentalhealth-well-being/summer-party-treat-watermeloncupcakes/#ixzz48qUCjbDH
Brian got to celebrate his
birthday at the Washington
Wild Things game!
Living our VISION of DEDICATION …
At a recent peer support group we asked the
question, “Why would you be selected by the
President of the United States to visit the
Whitehouse?” Enjoy the answers.
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Jimmy is practicing independent
living skills by doing his
weekly food shopping.
Because I can educate him about autism.
I bring peace and responsibility to life.
I am good at organizing things.
I can create cartoons to help those at war.
I like to help others and am really good at
Disney trivia.
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Liz, Jess, Cristian and Stephanie had an
awesome visit and made some new friends
at the Friendship Heart Gallery!
Corporate Office
940 East Haverford Road, Suite 102
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Western PA
600 North Bell Avenue, Bldg. 2, Suite 240
Carnegie, PA 15106
Lehigh Valley
2200 Hamilton Street, Suite 102
Allentown, PA 18104
New Jersey
One Woodbridge Center, Suite 512
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
P: 877-384-1729 F: 610-527-8672
www.kfamilysolutions.org
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