MARCH
2013
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Garden Center Services
HE LEAFLET
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The View From My Chair
ST. PATRICK’s DA PPY Y HA !
ST. PATRICK’s DA PPY Y HA
A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
artists have partnered with professionals from the American Institute of Floral Designers to present an interpretive exhibit of master works of art. Come and enjoy an early taste of spring by visiting the Garden Gallery and Studio’s booth, #505. For ticket information visit www.chicagoflower.com.
Paul & Gerry
INSIDE THIS ISSUE THE VIEW FROM MY CHAIR Page 1 GCS FAMILY SPOTLIGHT Page 2 LATEST FROM THE GALLERY Page 3 AROUND GCS Page 4
Springtime in Chicago is an amazing period of growth and new beginnings as the outside world begins to blossom and burst forth. This spring, Garden Center Services is also sprouting exciting new opportunities that we hope will continue to improve the lives of the individuals we support. In just a few short days, four of our artists from the Garden Gallery and Studio will inspire visitors that visit the 2013 Chicago Flower and Garden Show, “The Art of Gardening”. Our
“Spring is also the perfect time for me to announce that Garden Center Services is purchasing a new house that will become home for six women. ” Spring is also the perfect time for me to announce that Garden Center Services is purchasing a new house that will become home for six women. You can learn more about the new home on page 3 of the Leaflet. If your family, or another family you know, is at the point of considering having their loved one move into their own residential setting, please contact Cindy Haworth, Director of Operations, at 815-263-7419, to discuss this possibility.
We are busy working on exciting new changes within the day programs as well. Sheryl Kincincas, Director of Day Program Services, along with the staff that oversee the sites, Kim O’brien, Sarah Galvin, and Beth Kopf, are striving to improve our day training curriculum by offering our participants increased choices through enhanced adaptive technology, expanded vocational & volunteer opportunities, greater exposure to the expressive arts, and a more inviting environment. Be aware that March is recognized as Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Awareness month. You can celebrate it by participating in one of the agency’s upcoming events, volunteering at one of our program sites, bringing in new work for our businesses, or connecting us to new friends. For information on any of these opportunities, please contact Jennifer Georgis at 773-941-4151 ext. 218.