A Life of Their Own – Page 8

One of ADEC’s core values is to give the individuals we serve a life of their own with the right to make their own choices, pursue their passions, learn new skills, develop healthy personal relationships and make a positive contribution to their communities.

ADEC’s Annual Celebration on Oct. 26 to feature keynote by best-selling author Rachel Simon

2017-08-25T13:55:48-04:00August 25th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Dignity|

You're invited: Come ride the bus with ADEC. On Oct. 26, we will blow out the candles on our 65th birthday celebration with an evening at the Lerner's Crystal Ballroom. Joining us will be keynote speaker Rachel Simon, author of the [...]

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Elkhart Leadership Academy builds screened-in porch for ADEC supported living clients

2017-06-27T10:36:01-04:00June 27th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Community, News|

Joal Oaks, a longtime ADEC client, loved being outside and enjoying nature. He dreamed of a screened-in porch on the supported living duplex he lived in with several roommates so he could enjoy fresh air even when his staff members were [...]

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Dianne’s Continuing ADEC Adventure: Flying to Arizona
Dianne’s Continuing ADEC Adventure: Flying to Arizona

Dianne’s Continuing ADEC Adventure: Flying to Arizona

2017-03-31T12:46:31-04:00March 31st, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Dignity, Direct Support|

At 67 years old, Dianne Hampshire is living proof that it's never too late to enjoy a new adventure. A few months ago, we shared this incredible story of Dianne and Richard Hampshire reuniting after eight years of searching for each [...]

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ADEC’s ‘Wings for All’ takes the scare out of the air for children with disabilities

2017-03-28T10:11:56-04:00March 28th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Community, Families, News|

From long security lines to strange machines that bounce electromagnetic waves off your body, air travel can be a chaotic and confusing experience. The process of clearing security and boarding a flight can cause anxiety for any family. But for families [...]

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ADEC Remembers Joel Oaks

2017-03-17T10:25:10-04:00March 17th, 2017|A Life of Their Own|

There was just something about him. He had a charming sense of humor. He had a smile that was almost a smirk. – Jodi Taylor, ADEC Guardian Advocate Joel Oaks, or “Joey,” as his friends lovingly called him, never missed an [...]

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ADEC’s Resource + Transition Fair set for March 11 at Goshen College

2017-02-17T11:32:04-05:00February 17th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Community, Families, News|

Receiving and living with a disability diagnosis can be overwhelming. Families are asked to learn a new language and navigate a complex system of forms, government agencies and local resources. But ADEC can help. Not only does the nonprofit offer free [...]

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ADEC client is a small business owner with big hopes

2017-02-03T11:50:03-05:00February 3rd, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Dignity, News|

Look up Erin Smoker's Etsy page and you'll find this description, Buttercups Emporium is my new adventure. I wanted to become more independent so with the help of some friends we have my shop started. I enjoy making items for others [...]

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When you give to ADEC, we give back

2017-01-16T16:30:01-05:00January 16th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Community, News|

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'" At ADEC, we give back in many ways. Each week, ADEC clients volunteer their time as a way to connect with the [...]

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Remembering Lawrence Jones

2017-01-09T08:31:19-05:00January 9th, 2017|A Life of Their Own, Dignity|

Cheese balls, 1970’s motown, rubber bands, balloons and dogs - these were just a few of Lawrence Jones’ favorite things. “He loved to dance,” remembers Gale LeCount, ADEC program manager. “He would just grab me and dance.” We don’t know much [...]

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You’re invited: ADEC presents free screening of award-winning documentary ‘Life, Animated’ on January 10

2016-12-16T13:27:40-05:00December 16th, 2016|A Life of Their Own, Community, Families|

Owen Suskind was a thriving, typically developing 3-year-old boy — until suddenly he wasn’t. “He loses speech, he loses motor function, he can’t meet your gaze. He just kind of vanished,” Owen’s father, Ron Suskind said. “It was like we were [...]

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