Wabash Center

We had so much fun last week at Civic Theater for a special movie night! ?????? The Greater Lafayette Civic Theater hosted a special screening of "Out Of My Mind," a film starring Phoebe Rae Taylor, a disabled and nonverbal actress that uses a communication device to speak, and Jenifer Aniston, who voices over her internal monologue. Thank you to our friends at Civic Theater for hosting such a fun event! ?? "Out Of My Mind" is now streaming on Disney+ ??

Last month, our team in Northwest Indiana hosted the Cupid Bash- a Valentine's Day dance for individuals with disabilities in the Crown Point area. ???? Thank you to all of the wonderful staff & volunteers who made this incredible night possible, and special thanks to Crown Point Mayor Pete Land for spending the evening with us! ??

Congratulations to Nora Truhart, or newest Employee of the Month! Nora has been with Wabash Center for over 21 years. When asked about her experience working here, she said, "I'm proud to work at Wabash Center because of all the work we've done to help so many individuals over the years." To join our award-winning team and make a difference in your community, apply for open positions online at https://loom.ly/alduVZA

Heading to the airport for Spring Break travels? Make sure you check out the Developmental Disability Awareness Month art gallery at the IND Airport! ???? Today, two of our favorite artists, Nellie and Mary, were honored at a ceremony to open the gallery. To learn more about the project visit INARF (Indiana Association of Rehabilitation Facilities)!

Our new gardening program is growing strong! ???? Individuals in our Day Services and Enrichment Services have been growing plants from seed indoors with our brand-new tower gardens! These plants can be harvested in the winter, or moved outside to our main vegetable garden in late spring. Kylee Pennington, our Youth Services Program Manager, oversaw the rollout of this project in partnership with 21 Petals Flower Farm. ????

We're so excited to introduce our new pre-vocational program: Catalyst! ???? Individuals in Catalyst can learn important workplace skills that will help them find jobs out in the community. One of our favorite workplace skill opportunities is Grounds for Growth: a new cafe located at our Main Campus where individuals in Catalyst can work alongside DSPs and learn how to operate a fully-functioning coffee shop! ??? While the cafe is not open to the public, employees and individuals served at Wabash Center can enjoy freshly brewed coffee made with love from the team at Grounds For Growth.

Happy Developmental Disability Awareness Month! ?????? Every day this month, we will be highlighting developmental disability activists and icons from around the world. Follow along to learn about the brave individuals that have fought for the disability rights we have today, as well as activists that are leading the charge for a more inclusive and accessible world today. ?? To learn more about Developmental Disability Awareness Month, and this year's theme: A World of Opportunities, visit the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities!

Our Self-Advocates hosted their annual chili cook-off today at our Main Campus! ??????? Throughout the year, the Self-Advocates raise money through events like the chili cookoff, volunteer in the community, and learn how to advocate for themselves and other people with disabilities as well! Know someone who would benefit from being a part of our Self-Advocate group? Participation is open to any individual with disabilities, whether they receive services at Wabash Center or not!

Our Adult Day Services crew celebrated Black History Month with a visit to the Black Cultural Center in West Lafayette! Thank you to the wonderful staff at the BCC for guiding us through a tour of the facility and teaching us about Black history!

Looking for the BEST summer job in town? Apply today to work at Camp #54 and join team members like Anthony in creating an inclusive & accessible community! ???? Here's what Anthony has to say about working at Camp #54: "My experience working at summer camp was an absolute blast! Every moment was different, there was always something new to do and the kids made each day unique. I never left a shift without a smile on my face." DSPs must 18+ years of age. To apply today, head to https://lnkd.in/gMSzbiEr!