A core value for all ADEC staff is to respect the dignity of the individuals we serve and to protect them from exploitation and abuse.
When Cary Kelsey began work at the Sheltered Workshop in 1970, he planned to stay for a little more than two years to satisfy his alternative service for the military and then find a job teaching history. Today, 45 years later, [...]
On Friday, July 24, representatives from ADEC’s Power for Independence (PFI) chapter had the privilege of being present while Indiana Governor Mike Pence signed a bill officially replacing all instances of “mental retardation” with “intellectual disability” in Indiana’s legal code. [...]
When Jeff Schrock came to work for ADEC in 1985, he “wasn’t looking to change the world or anything,” as he puts it. He just wanted a better job and a better way to provide for his growing family. His [...]
Thirty years is a long time, but it goes by quickly. “Sometimes it don’t seem that long,” said Dieter Owens, reflecting on three decades of employment with ADEC as a direct support professional, helping men and women achieve goals they [...]
Largely due to the efforts of ADEC driver Kim Nelson, ADEC will be receiving eight new vans between now and September. Also the administrative assistant for transportation, Kim has researched, written and reported on a large Indiana Department of Transportation [...]
When Ruth Yankey came to work for ADEC 25 years ago, she was just looking for a job that offered insurance for her family. “Then it went from there – the rest is history,” Ruth said with a smile. [...]
Oftentimes when ADEC employees and clients represent ADEC in the community, someone will ask what ADEC means. In this installment of The Story of ADEC, we will dive deeper into our organization’s history and learn how we became known [...]
Tom Nickel is on a roll. He works hard to keep the faith and keep the momentum going for ADEC. Tom raised more than $5,000 in donations for the 43rd annual ADEC Ride-A-Bike May 16, making him the Top [...]
ADEC’s Summer Camp kicked off this week with good news and fun activities. Each morning, 38 children with disabilities gather at Memorial High School for a summer experience designed to fit their needs. On Monday, June 8, ADEC’s Family [...]
Walking into the Project SEARCH commencement ceremony June 2, the energy and excitement was palpable as graduates talked to each other and their families in tones filled with the hope found in uncovering a life filled with choice and [...]
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