E A S T E R N D I S T R I C T
N E W S L E T T E R
AUGUST 2012
INSIDE THIS
ISSUE:
CIRCLE SCHOOL BURLINGTON JUNIOR OLYMPICS
LIFESPAN Circle School Burlington held
PHILANTHRO PY
LUNCH EO N
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UPCO MING EVENTS
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WISH LIST
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LETTER FRO M
STEVE KNIER,
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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its 5th annual Junior Olympics on Friday
June 1, 2012. The Junior Olympics ceremony began with a parade of athletes
and included an Olympic torch. The parade proceeded to the side playground
for the opening ceremonies where Director Lynn Crabtree welcomed guests
VO LUNTEERING WITH
A SMILE
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FALL BULB SALE
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DESIGN A T-SHIRT
CO NTEST
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CO NTACT
INFORMATIO N
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DONATIO NS
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including: The United Way of Alamance,
The Alamance Committee for Persons with Disabilities and PBH. After Mayor Lennie Williams
of Gibsonville led the Pledge of Allegiance, the children played Frisbee toss, mini-golf and
bean bag toss. At the end of the Junior Olympic games, Mayor Jerry Peterman of Graham
and Mayor Williams presented each child with a gold medal and certificate.
WORKING IN THE COMMUNITY: LYDIA
Lydia began her career with Wal-Mart as a greeter in 2002 and
now works as a Maintenance Associate. Lydia’s responsibilities
Our Mission
include keeping the restrooms cleaned and sweeping the store.
LIFESPAN empowers children
She enjoys interacting with her customers and states, “When a
and adults with intellectual and
customer can’t find something, I love to help point them in the
developmental disabilities by
right direction, since I know where everything is located, and
providing education, employment, and enrichment
they are happy someone was able to help them”. Lydia’s super-
opportunities to live, work, and
visor states, “Lydia is very dependable. She always works as
play in their communities.
scheduled.” Congratulations, Lydia, on 10 years of employment!
Since January 1st, the Guilford Supported Employment Department has placed 15 individuals into competitive wage
employment in the community. We have received 24 new referrals from Vocational Rehabilitation Services
EASTERN DISTRICT NEWSLETTER
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PHILANTHROPY LUNCHEON
Over 100 guests attended the A Bridge to the Future Philanthropy Luncheon
at the Emerald Event Center in Greensboro on June 6. The audience listened
to guest speakers as they shared personal stories about their own journeys in
life and how LIFESPAN has been with
them during each step offering support
and assistance along the way. Kathy &
Robert Davis were honored with the
2012 Philanthropist of the Year Award
on behalf of The George Andreve Foundation. Over $10,462 was raised
through sponsorship dollars and financial donations at the event. Special thanks
2012 Philanthropist of the Year,
Kathy & Robert Davis
to our generous sponsors the Knier Family and Intellect Resources.
UPCOMING EVENTS IN GUILFORD & ALAMANCE
LCC Guilford Open House and Ground Breaking Ceremony-LIFESPAN will “break ground” for the George Andreve
Gardens and Greenhouse on Friday, September 7. The event will be held from 11:00 until 1:00, light refreshments will
be served. Program tours will be provided, along with interactive activities for guests who may want to add their touch
to an outdoor mural, participate in a sewing project or learn about the creative campus curriculum. For additional information or to RSVP for the event, contact Rhonda Martin, Program Director at (336) 852-1495.
LIFESPAN Circle School Burlington Open House-An open house is planned for the LIFESPAN Circle School Burlington location on August 23 from 2:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. This will be a great opportunity for parents to tour the school,
gain information on the curriculum and meet with their children’s teachers for the next school year. For more information, please contact Lynn Crabtree, Program Director at (336) 513-4250.
Monthly Statistics
Volunteers-26
WISH LISTGUILFORD & ALAMANCE
Total volunteer hours-219.5
Community outings-76
Total hours in community outings-1736.5
Participants attending community college-80
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Financial gifts
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Gift Cards: Lowes, Wal-Mart, dollar stores, gas cards
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Horticulture supplies: wheel barrow, watering cans, potting soil, pots, soil, garden gloves, rakes, garden tools
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Volunteers to paint and provide supplies for painting hallways at Creative Campus Guilford
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Volunteers for horticulture and other enrichment classes
AUGUST 2012
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A LETTER FROM STEVE KNIER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dear Parents, Families, Friends:
The legislators of the State of North Carolina continue to face very difficult economic challenges. If we remain silent,
there is a strong chance that we will be impacted by significant reductions in funding for services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It will take every parent, sibling and guardian, along with community partners to
join together and serve as strong advocates for those who do not have a voice. We know from our trip to Raleigh in
May, that meeting with state representatives can be productive as we promote the services we provide for individuals
with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sharing concerns with our legislators is a key component in the education and awareness process regarding budget cuts. By meeting with our legislators face to face, we are able to share
our story and countless other stories about the how these devastating cuts will affect our families. Your voice is important and we cannot just hope that our legislators will make the right decisions. We need to reach out, share our own
stories and explain very clearly why services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are so greatly
needed in our communities.
VOLUNTEERING WITH A SMILE
Once a week, Rob and his peers volunteer at Golden Living Center - Starmount, a senior facility
and rehab center in Greensboro. Rob assists residents serving refreshments, crafts, and games.
The residents look forward to his smiling face and friendly personality. Whenever the staff at the
Golden Living Center asks for anything, he is quick to respond with a big smile. Rob states, “I
like volunteering, it makes me happy to help others.” Activity Director Colleen Brown says,
“Rob’s upbeat personality has an infectious effect on all of the residents of the facility; his laugh
is the best!” Rob is a great volunteer because of his positive outlook at life.
FALL BULB SALE
The horticulture program at LCC Guilford has launched its Fall Bulb sale with Flower Power Fundraising. For each package sold, LIFESPAN Creative Campus Guilford will receive half of the purchase price. The goal is to raise $7,500. To
order, contact Horticulture Specialist, Diane McRoberts at (336) 852-1495, or go online to
www.flowerpowerfundraising.com and type “LIFESPAN” when placing an order. The actual product will be shipped directly to the purchaser.
DESIGN A T-SHIRT CONTEST
This project is open to all individuals within the LCC Guilford program . Interested individuals should submit a t-shirt
design expressing the image and community spirit of LIFESPAN. Deadline for submission is October 1. The winner of
the design will receive a t-shirt free of charge. The goal for this fundraiser is $1000; t-shirts with the winning design will
be printed and available for purchase.
LIFESPAN Creative Campus-Guilford
908 McClellan Place
Greensboro, NC 27409
Phone: 336.852.1495
Fax: 336.855.9994
www.lifespanservices.org
Follow us online:
LIFESPAN is a 501(c) (3), non-profit organization. Contributions to LIFESPAN are tax deductible. Donations can be made payable to
LIFESPAN and designated to the program location of your choice. Contact Lori Avery, Senior Director of Development, at
704.944.5112 or by email to [email protected]. Donations can also be made to LIFESPAN by credit card or electronic
funds transfer on our website: www.lifespanservices.org. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are
available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888.830.4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Executive Director-Eastern Region
Steve Knier
908 McClellan Place
Greensboro, NC 27409
Phone: 336.852.1495; Fax: 336.855.9994
[email protected]
Senior Director of Development
Lori Avery
200 Clanton Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
Phone: 704.944.5112; Fax: 704.944.5211
[email protected]
LIFESPAN Creative Campus-Guilford
908 McClellan Place
Greensboro, NC 27409
Phone: 336.852.1495; Fax: 336.855.9994
Contact: Rhonda Martin, Program Director
[email protected]
Case Management
908 McClellan Place
Greensboro, NC 27409
Phone: 336.852.1495; Fax: 336.855.9994
Contact: Debbie Smith, Program Director
[email protected]
BOARD OF
VISITORS
GUILFORD COUNTY
Steve Branch, Chairperson
Tiffany Crenshaw
Dr. Beth Holder
Donna LaBranche
Sandy Doyle-Jones
Gregory Holland
Dr. Jennifer Diliberto
LIFESPAN Circle School-Burlington
919 Stokes Street
Burlington, NC 27215
Phone: 336.513.4250; Fax: 336.513.4241
Contact: Lynn Crabtree, Program Director
[email protected]
Michael Thorn