Below is a resource about guardianship in Colorado:
Colorado Guardianship Association – A Colorado Non-profit Organization
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National Nurses Week!
Every year from May 6th through May 12th we celebrate National Nurses Week!! This annual celebration recognizes the dedication of America’s nurses and honors them for taking care of us in our most vulnerable moments. National Nurses Week was first celebrated in 1954 to mark Florence Nightingale’s 100th birthday. Florence Nightingale was a British nurse, statistician and reformer known as the founder of modern nursing. Today we would like to recognize our AMAZING nurses, Morgan Struck and Heather Markham. I think we can all agree that we are very fortunate to have two such amazing nurses at Support, Inc. who constantly strive to ensure the individuals we serve are getting the best care possible and who also provide endlessly support to all that are providing that care. Thank you for all that you do, and we have no doubt that Florence would be very proud!
New Apartment Specific Coordinator
We are excited to announce and introduce the new Apartment Specific Coordinator who recently joined the Support Inc. family! Please read more about Rayna below.
“Hi, my name is Rayna! I received a bachelor’s degree in psychology as well as studio arts from Western State Colorado University. I first started my career working with at-risk youth in Denver as a counselor, and just recently joined Support Inc. as an Apartment Coordinator. I’m excited to learn all the ins and outs of this role and to use my skills and passion in mental health and human connection. When not working, I enjoy going on hikes, spending time with friends and pets, tattooing, and enjoying the zen of painting in my studio.”
Increase Inclusion in Research for People with IDD
Read an interesting article below about a project designed to expand inclusion in research for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Self Advocacy Lessons
The Arc of Weld County is offering free lessons on adult self advocacy. Click below for more information.
SOAR Self-Advocate Parent Flyer
BACPAC Royal Gorge Train Ride
The Support Inc. BACPAC program is planning a day trip on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad! Please read below for more details and if interested reach out to Rich at Richard.Shaw@supportinc.com for more information!
What is it- Relax into comfortably cushioned high-back seats with expansive picture windows that showcase the pristine views throughout Colorado’s grandest canyon- Royal Gorge!
When- May 18th. Train departs at 12:30pm. Ride lasts 2 hours. Depart the Aurora office at 7am, arrive in Canyon City at 9:30am. Return to Aurora office around 6pm.
Cost- $79-89/person with lunch provided.
RSVP with Rich (Contact info. above)
Caregiver Resources
How to Work Small Moments of Joy Into Your Day
https://www.rd.com/article/moments-of-joy/
Now’s the time to start making summer plans- check out this article on Adaptive Summer Sports in Colorado
Free Upcoming Events in May-
Don’t forget to join our Monthly Caregiver Group to engage with like-minded families and providers at Support, Inc! Our next meeting will be held on May 17th at 11:00 a.m. and we will have a guess speaker to talk about Special Needs Trusts, ABLE accounts, etc. Please see the details below to join us online.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87461329478?pwd=Q0R3dnAzUXBRcStCVWNBU0hpalJLUT09
And last but not least, here’s a recommended activity for this month-try a new Spring Salad recipe! There’s so many yummy foods coming into season right now. I thought a few of these ideas sounded great!
Spring Salads Ready in Three Steps or Less
New Residential Coordinators
We are excited to announce and introduce three new Residential Coordinators who recently joined the Support Inc. family! Please read more about Nathalie, Jennifer and Celena below.
Hi, my name is Nathalie! I moved to Denver last summer from New York City after teaching 7th grade math in the Bronx. I got a degree in Mathematics and Education from Manhattan College. I came to Denver to take a break from the city and enjoy more outdoor activities. I’m originally from Austin, Texas, and enjoy visiting my family there. I’m excited to transition away from classroom teaching and explore other rewarding positions. In my free time, I like hiking, salsa dancing, and pottery making. I’m eager to join the team and look forward to meeting everyone soon.
My name is Jennifer and I am a Colorado Native (Southern Cheyenne), singer/poet, single mom of two amazing people and Food Bank volunteer, among many other things. This past year has seen a lot of change and long-awaited accomplishments. As I rounded the corner of my 50th birthday, I completed my Bachelor’s Degree, established an annual scholarship to be awarded to Denver Metro youth, ran my first 5k (Okay, there was pumpkin pie at the end of the race – contributing factor, maybe . . .?), and climbed my first 14er with two other 50 year olds. I made the bittersweet decision to leave my long career as a teacher and join Support, Inc. to be part of more wholistic support for people with IDD. You may be able to see a thread of rainbow over my shoulder in this picture from the summit of Mt. Sherman. I feel that is a harbinger for positive work to come as a RPC, because just like these monumental events, this leap into a new role came with plenty of trepidation and perspiration. Knowing what I do about the Support, Inc. community, already I feel certain it will come with beautiful summits too. Thank you for the opportunity!
Hi everyone! My name is Celena. I was raised in Fort Morgan, a small town here in Colorado. I lived in Washington state for a couple of years while I went to school for my Associate of Arts degree, and I am very happy to be back in my home state! I have worked in day programs as a caregiver/QMAP before and I am currently going to school for my BSN so I am eager to start learning more of the administrative side of things here at Support Inc. In my free time I like going to concerts, being active outdoors with my daughter Adalyn, traveling, and going to basketball games (go Nuggets!) I‘m excited to meet everyone soon!
April HHP of the Month!
Please join us in congratulating Jon Moir, the April Host Home Provider of the month!
Jon was nominated for Host Home Provider of the Month by the Denver Metro 2 Team. According to Residential Coordinator, Raymond, Jon makes the nomination choice extremely easy with his consistency and longevity. Jon is always on top of everything and on the rare occasion that I need to ask him for something he will respond quickly. Jon has expressed that D is like his family member and he takes care of her as if she were! With the help of D’s awesome parents, both guardian and HHP are always in sync to ensure D is safe and all appointments are taken care of. Recently, with the roll out of our new SCOMM’s, as I was training Jon on how we planned to change things, and he had already taken initiative of how to effectively implement his HHP duties! I would again like to say to Jon, thank you for always taking care of business and being committed to being your best. Your great attitude and attention to detail is the foundation of D’s success. Congratulations on being nominated for HHP of the month!
Ryan Celebrates a Year Living Independently
Ryan Berg switched residential agencies to work with Support Inc., seeking to live an independent lifestyle in an apartment setting. Ryan has been with Support Inc. for a little over a year and has been such a great addition to the Support Inc. Family. Throughout the year Ryan has been thriving living on his own, utilizes all his services, communicates well with his team members and gets himself out into the community by choosing to participate in events that sparks his interests. Some of those events include participating as an athlete with Colorado`s Special Olympics, volunteering as a traffic monitor for his Church on Sundays or hanging out with friends and his brother. Ryan has been working with Argus Event Security for
over 5 years and is seeking a permanent position with them in the future. Ryan is a great role model to all our individuals that seek to live independently and live life to the fullest. The attached picture is from the 2023 opening game for the Rockies, which he attended with his brother! They are also planning a trip together this Summer. Congratulations to Ryan for his past, current and future successes!
