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Preparing to Transition Into Adulthood
A period of transition begins once we know a change is coming. And for adolescents, transition into adulthood is a right of passage and time of great importance in one’s life. The planning a person does or doesn’t do can make or break a smooth transition process. Disability or not, transitioning into adulthood can be […]
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Moving Forward, Together.
As we move into 2023, I felt compelled to reflect on what has passed and to share where we are headed as an organization. The last couple of years have been challenging for many. We’ve experienced loss like we’ve never faced before, an on-set of new requirements, and new faces. With each challenge, I kept […]
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Pay It Forward
I’ve been thinking a lot the past few days about what would be a good topic for my first attempt at composing a blog in a very long time. After researching and considering several topics, I realized the answer was right in front of me all along. So, I decided to co-produce (a word we […]
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Quality in Action
Each year, the Office of Developmental Programs qualified service providers (that’s us!) are required to take part in formal waiver monitorings and licensing reviews. These controls are designed to make sure that people with disabilities are getting services that meet standards, and should result in people having opportunities and support to live Everyday Lives. This […]
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Giving Thanks
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Marian Frattarola-Saulino, shares a message of gratitude for the Values Into Action community and encourages us all to give back to our communities in some way. Video Transcript Happy Thanksgiving Values Into Action Community. This is my monthly Vlog and I’m going to focus on […]
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We honor Lois Curtis
The world lost a bold and courageous warrior last week. Lois Curtis is perhaps known best (to those of who did not have the honor of knowing her) as the ‘L.C.’ in Olmstead vs L.C. The Olmstead vs L.C. decision is the single most impactful civil rights decision for people with disabilities in United State history. This […]