CEO Donna Belusar’s Jan. 2021 COVID Update
Hello, I am Donna Belusar, President /CEO of ADEC. Thank you for joining me today. I want to share a COVID update with you: to the employees of ADEC and to the individuals and families we [...]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Celebrating His Impact on America and Individuals with IDD
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vision to wipe out racism, ableism, and other types of discrimination. The work he did during the Civil Rights Movement laid the foundation for many [...]
Resource: COVID-19 Vaccine Information in Plain Language
Here is a simple resource that helps give a clearer understanding of the COVID-19 vaccination and what to expect. You can download the below slides at the original source at the Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center. [...]
ADEC employees begin receiving COVID-19 vaccination
On Dec. 31, 2020, the Indiana Department of Health sent a letter to ADEC and other healthcare and service providers in Indiana, informing them that they are now eligible to receive the vaccine. Eligibility requirements also include organizations who are [...]
CEO Donna Belusar Shares Inspiring New Year’s Message
Hello everyone, I am Donna Belusar, President and CEO of ADEC. Today I am sharing a special year-end message — a farewell to 2020 and a “hopeful hello and big virtual hug” to 2021. To the [...]
Santa steps up to deliver gifts to ADEC clients
Despite the pandemic, Santa and his helpers geared up once again to bring gifts to ADEC clients through our annual Wishlist. On Dec. 21, gifts were loaded onto Santa’s holiday busses and delivered to various locations [...]
ADEC Releases Bonuses and Extends COVID-19 Leave Policy
On Dec. 11, 2020, employees received their first installment of the sustainability bonus, made possible by the Sustainability Grant received earlier this year. “Many of our staff have worked additional hours and made personal sacrifices to make sure we continue [...]
Family Forum Part Two – How employment and disability benefits work together
Often individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving Social Security benefits are reluctant to work a job because they fear they will lose benefits. So, their desire to work and become more independent becomes a difficult [...]
ADEC offers employees free flu vaccinations
Continuing its effort to create a safe environment for employees and clients, ADEC is providing free flu vaccinations to staff. Katrina Vargas, ADEC’s Health Service Coordinator, encourages staff to schedule their vaccine as flu season approaches. “We are heading into [...]
Froggy 102.7 recognized for Picture Possibilities partnership
Congratulations to Froggy 102.7 for receiving an Impact Award during The Arc of Indiana & Self-Advocates Virtual Conference! Popular local modern variety music station Froggy 102.7 went above and beyond a co-presenting sponsor of ADEC’s Picture Possibilities virtual fundraiser this [...]
