Summer Fun is Here!

Hello Summer

Goodbye May, Hello June!

We welcome the new month of June and all the summer vibes that come with it. This year, the June solstice occurs on June 21, marking the first day of summer. June's birthstone is the pearl and has two birth flowers for the month, roses and honeysuckle.

Our North Port participant Ben and Lora Carter, ADT Manager for Port Charlotte and North Port, are excited for all the fun things that are planned for this summer. If you are looking for a summer program for an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities, contact Krystal Heater at kheater@lovelandcenter.org to learn all the details.

Center Spotlights

Dylan has shown so much growth in interacting with peers and engaging during activities. He also has shown more independence and is working on projects by himself.

Great job, Dylan!

Tiffany has shown that she can be a great helper to staff and peers. She will ask if she can help assist a peer and will gather supplies for an activity. Her mom reports that Tiffany has shared that she loves coming to Loveland Center. The feeling is mutual, Tiffany, we love having you!

In the News

When Bassma [center] meets her mother's eye, she winks at her and smiles. Photo credit: Heba Khamis for CNN

There is nothing out of the ordinary at this small ballet studio in [Alexandria], Egypt, except many of the dancers have special needs, including Bassma. More...

Spotlight on the Arts

Meet Jessica Baird

Visual Arts Instructor

Meet Jessica Baird, our new Visual Arts Instructor. Jessica’s role at Loveland Center is to create a visual arts program for our participants at the Venice, Bradenton, Port Charlotte, and North Port locations.

When Jessica was asked what drew her to Loveland, she said it was because she wanted to work for a nonprofit, while incorporating creativity. Jessica stated that Loveland Center is a one-of-a-kind place. She felt that from the start, it was clear the employees and participants were very special and kind. Jessica shared that the smallest act of kindness can make a participant’s day. Her favorite aspect about working with the participants is making them happy by helping them express their creative ideas. Jessica said, “watching a participant come out of their shell when we talk about a project they are interested in, is very rewarding.” More...

Upcoming Events

Homeward Bound: Housing for Individuals with Disabilities

June 15, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Virtual and Loveland Venice, 157 S. Havana Road

Presented by Patrick Guerin, President/CEO, Loveland Center

The housing crisis is apparent all over Southwest Florida and it is no different for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). Come learn about the different types of housing available for individuals with I/DD, how to find different housing options, and Loveland’s plans to help support individuals with I/DD and their housing needs.

To join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82919050637?pwd=eFhaM2xVODNvVG95d3pwL0xSSzF3UT09

Meeting ID: 829 1905 0637

Passcode: 304393

4th Annual Loveland Golf Tournament

Saturday, September 30

Limited to first 30 foursomes

Reserve your spot now! We are excited to offer a range of sponsorship opportunities for our 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club.

This event gives local businesses and community partners an opportunity to support Loveland Center of North Port while gaining recognition and building stronger connections throughout the area.

Whether you take advantage of the Title Sponsor and receive the VIP treatment or support Loveland Center through a Hole Sponsor, there are a variety of ways to demonstrate your commitment to bringing visibility to disability.

Visit the link below to view the available sponsorship opportunities and/or to register a foursome. Contact Caryn McCullough at cmccullough@lovelandcenter.org or call

(941) 233-0547 for more information.

Recaps

Our Port Charlotte Loveland Center participants took part in Adopt-an-Office week with the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office in honor of National Police week. This special week in May pays recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Our participants delivered treats for the CCSO and thanked them for their service.

Equality Through Opportunity

Our Adult Day Training (ADT) programs incorporate community integration into their weekly calendars, ensuring that each participant has the opportunity to pursue their interests, desires, and goals. Kim from our North Port center enjoyed bowling on a recent trip to Bowland. Community integration enables persons with disabilities to fully participate in all types of activities.

Would you like to join us as a community integration volunteer ? To learn more about the volunteer opportunities at our North Port and Port Charlotte centers, contact Caryn McCullough at cmccullough@lovelandcenter.org or call (941) 233-0547.

Wilson-Wood Foundation Funds Vans

The Wilson-Wood Foundation's grant of $25,000 in August 2022 enabled Loveland to begin satisfying the demand of its Adult Day Training program, and it is also ensuring that our community members with intellectual and developmental disabilities are safe when traveling to and from community events, our center, and for after-program-hours opportunities. More...

Photo above: Loveland Venice participants and staff arrive in style in new vans purchased with a generous grant from the Wilson-Wood Foundation. Tom Faessler and Susan Wood, who run the foundation, greeted our grateful crew ready to show off the new vans and are pictured far left.

More AdvoCan Series Events

Sponsorships for all events are still available.

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