Pediatrics Plus Connect April/May 2024

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Thank you to each and every team member of Peds Plus. The difference you are able to make by working with the children in our communities is immeasurable. It is an absolute joy to be able to come to work every day knowing that this organization, through its team members, provides much needed high-quality services to children who may otherwise not have the opportunity.

In the time that I have been with this organization, we were able to expand to several new areas, and I have been blown away by the support and eagerness of the communities, team members, and parents for each new opening As we continue to expand our footprint, it’s great to know that the wonderful people that make up this organization truly care and are committed to provide the best care possible to the children we serve.

Thank you again for the commitment you show, not only to the organization, but to the children we serve It has been my honor and a great source of pride to be able to work with you all, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for us!

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We would like to challenge our team members to live in the moment but with a perspective pointing forward. We want to continue to dream small in each and every opportunity that we have serving children and families, but we want to do it with “Someday” in mind.

At Pediatrics Plus, our vision of empowering children to conquer their world is accomplished day in and day out by our team members. Without you – we cannot accomplish this vision. Pediatrics Plus is able to serve others because of one incredible resource - our people. We don’t just want to point our eyes toward “Someday” for our children and families, we want to challenge you to think about your personal “Someday” dreams. We value our team members and want to help provide resources to see you accomplish your personal “Someday” dreams. Please take time to pause, reflect, and then tell us your top 3 “Someday” dreams. Thank you for choosing to be a part of Pediatrics Plus!

TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH

TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH RESPECT April May

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to shower you with gratitude and appreciation for the incredible work you do. You are the architects of their earliest memories, the guardians of their imaginations, and the champions of their curiosity. Thank you for turning learning into play, shaping little minds with love and patience, and nurturing a lifelong love for knowledge.

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Happy Nurse Appreciation Week!

As we celebrate Nurse Appreciation Week, we want to shower you with gratitude for the love you pour into our children. Thank you for being the superheroes in scrubs, bringing comfort, laughter, and healing to our precious children. You have the remarkable power to turn tears into giggles and fears into courage!

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The more you kno Mental Health Awareness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The team at Rise is joining the effort to bring awareness to mental health conditions and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health diagnoses and treatment.

DID YOU KNOW

More than 1 in 5 US adults live with a mental illness.

Over 1 in 5 teenagers (ages 13-18) either have a serious debilitating mental illness or will have at some point in their lives.

Learning to avoid and address stigma related to mental health is crucial. Individuals dealing with mental health conditions often experience isolation and secrecy due to the rejection, bullying, and discrimination associated with their condition. These feelings can hinder them from seeking the help and support they need.

How You Can Help

One of the best ways to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month is by talking about it with your friends and family. The more you talk about it, The more normalized it will become.

Support mental health social media campaigns this month! Like and share information about mental health. It could be the encouragement someone needs to seek the resources or treatment they need. Join the Rise staff in wearing green! The green ribbon is the international symbol of mental health awareness. Rise staff members will be delivering green ribbons to various Pediatrics Plus locations. Grab a ribbon, and wear it proudly to show colleagues, loved ones, and our Pediatrics Plus families that you care about their mental health.

Arkansas Programs Family Support

Conway Conway

The Community Connections Fishing Program is for children of all ages You are invited to socialize, form friendships, learn about fishing, and share experiences with others who have had similar challenges. Fishing gear will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own as well.

TOPSoccer

Greenwood, Springdale, Little Rock

TOP Soccer is an adapted soccer program for children with special needs, ages 2-18 TOP Soccer provides children the opportunity to participate in an organized soccer program in a safe and positive environment. The program is designed to give everyone a chance to play, and to foster the values of teamwork, pride, and accomplishment within each player. Players are separated by age and ability to create an equal environment for everyone.

YoungAdultSocialGroup

Cabot, Conway, Russellvile

The Young Adult Social Group (YASG) provides individuals, ages 15-25, with an opportunity to socialize and share experiences with others who have had similar challenges and life experiences Individuals with all diagnoses are invited to participate (not exclusive to autism) This group meets to socialize, form friendships, engage in activities, and enjoy outings together!

Community Connections has partnered with the Faulkner County Library to bring you the Parent Respite Literacy Program for families who have children with special needs

Parents/caregivers are invited to browse for books and enjoy a couple hours of down time while their children participate in multiple activities such as story time, crafts, & media center!

ParentSupportGroup

In-person meetings in Conway, Zoom/GroupMe

Community Connections hosts monthly support meetings for both English & Spanishspeaking parents/caregivers These meetings are a great chance to share stories and get tips and encouragement from fellow parents raising kids with special needs.

RespiteCareEvents

Bryant, Conway, Little Rock, Mena

We want parents/guardians to have the opportunity to take a break, run errands, have a date, or even head home to sit in silence whatever respite care means to you! Siblings are welcome, we just ask that you please fill out one form per child so we can plan activities and staffing accordingly!

SPOTS ARE LIMITED AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE.

Mondays | April 15th-May 27th | 5:30 - 6:00

Stonebriar Community Church

Mondays | April 15th-May 27th | 6:00 - 6:45

Stonebriar Community Church

Thursdays | April 11th-May 30th | 5:30 - 6:00

Fridays | April 12th-May 31st | 6:00 - 6:30

Meetthe Dream Team

Thank you to our volunteers from the Alma Community that helped set up both Alma and Van Buren sites. We are so grateful to this hardworking group of volunteers that put in endless time and effort to empower children to conquer their world!

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ATI Team

This team is responsible for ensuring that the Appropriate Toy Initiative (ATI) is successfully implemented across all Pediatrics Plus locations. They work hard and have fun too while selecting developmentally appropriate toys for our children while in therapy or in the preschool. The team is also responsible for the move-in and setup of all new locations!

Brittany Sexson, Carri Frazier, Stephanie Carey, & Gabby Barajas!

LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

We are excited to have transitioned all of our available continuing education videos from Vimeo over to Paycor! Below is a link on how to access the Learning Management System (LMS) If you have any questions please reach out to your director for clarification!

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Coming August 1st

1 Year Anniversaries

EmilyMeyer St1year

KatherineMankin RBT1Year

DarianHefley AC1Year

CheyenneTackett RBT1Year

KenziTaylor RBT1Year

ZoeMcgregor RBT1year

KrystalKendrick CTA1year

AnnaKannady RBT1year

Hannahdurbin RBT1year

KelbyCansler RBT1Year

BaileyBeard RBT1Year

HaleyDoster RBT1Year

LaurenBeene CTA1year

ZyriaEdmond RBT1year

KatherineConnell BT1year

MacyAndrews RBT1year

KateGibbons AC1year

AliaJones BT1year

Starlasteward CLT1year

Courtneyterry CTA1year

Malarierussell Bcba1year

maciewoodard rbt1year

laceyvassallo rbt1year

laquashawillis clt1year

matthewjohnson CTA1year

ashlyncook RBT1year

lindseybullock ST1year

JaniyaO’neal RBT1Year

KelseyRoss RBT1year

johnnieMartin CTA1year

leannahenson CTAS1year

CArolineMorgan CTA1year

Alexaschenkel RBT1YEAR

kaitlinaustin rbt1year

donovanstafford rbt1year

zoyaeffanga BT1year

abigailsnyder BT1Year

2-5 Year Anniversaries

destinyplatt RBTFloat2years

MckenzieSmith st2years

Emilymoses clt2years

brooklyntrammell rbt/Obufw2years

alyssafawbush rbt2years

joshclaxton cta2years

sydneystanisch bt2years

Averylichty rbtfws2years

aiylaeast rbt2years

Briannafrawley aA2years

terenaparnell RBT2years

alyssafelty RBTFWS2years

Madisonstewart rn2years

CassieHager CLT2years

tiffanyphillips cta2years

consueloposada CTAS2years

ShanarraGoldman FamilyRelations 2years

janekahorner RBT2years

Samanthacole Ot2years

kabrianaturner rbt2years

yelyzavetamykhailovska CTA2years

taishaworthy BT2years

denisetraylor PASFloat2years

laurenredican therapydir2years

Addisonhamilton clt2years

andreahale rbt2years

briannasoliz pluscta2years

tiffanydagnino pluscta2years

stephaniepadgett fsc2years

holdenraines clo2years

ashtynlove ot3years

jessicadaniell bcba3years

allysondillingham cota3years

michaelaweatherly rn3years

melissaorosz pt3years

kalanjackson rbt3years

2-5 Year Anniversaries

lauraolivar clt3years

jenniferhill cta3years

marlanasisson staffacct.3years

bradwestbrook ot3years

trinaperry cta3years

bethanyfiles bcba3years

kellythevenot bcba3years

kaylawilliams Familyrelations 3years

morganmeeker clt4years

kaydrafulmer recruiter4years

zanebrobinson clt4years

hannahmartin bcba4years

saigemcdonald rbt4years

megandavis-posey astl4years

saracrabtrey cred.admin4years

terrajones bcba4years

baileemartin bcba4years

haleykirk ot4years

whitneythompson cota5years

brookelane pt5years

taylorbogard pas5years

kimberlyphelan st5years

charitycurlin bcba5years

elizabethaltamirano cc5years

ryanrooke cota5years

sabrinaarmstrong cta5years

emilyengland ot5years

Richardloghry ot6years

sarahbryant ot6years

periagipson st6years

tonidelcid

rbtregteamlead Years

maryreesor st6years

emilyjohnson st6years

loishyatt

billingspec.6years

reganharris bcba6years

Chandaheinen DRBT6years

6-9 Year Anniversaries

sandragarcia aa6years

annWood bcba7years

rendablakemore hrs7years

sarikamaymoundok ot8years

jamiewilkie cred.admin8years

PaigeCromwell ot9years

karlihaley clt9years

ashleejohnson cota9years

angelahambright reg.foodprogram

Coordinator 10years

pattiyoung preschoolasst.dir. 10years

michaelamCmillian st11years

rubenromo groundssupervisor 11years

carigilmer pt11years

10+ Year Anniversaries

laurasmith ot11years

jenniferdraxten st12years

sharonwoodson stteamlead12years

lauraweigt vpofcurr.&training 17years

geniehall vpofopadminstration 23years