The Evolution of ADEC Industries and Growth of Silver Linings

2023-09-05T15:59:43-04:00September 5th, 2023|Uncategorized|

The History 1958 Back in 1958, ADEC Industries started as one of the first sheltered workshops, extending vocational training and practical experience to adults with disabilities. Over the years, our focus evolved, shining a spotlight [...]

ADEC Hosts Podcast Release/Listening Party for: “Expert Tips By ADEC Self-Advocates”

2022-08-26T15:42:03-04:00August 26th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Community, Dignity, Employment, Families, History, News|

On Wednesday, August 24th, 2022, ADEC was proud to host a Release & Listening Party for the new Podcast, “Expert Tips By ADEC Self-Advocates.” Debuting on most streaming platforms this week, the new podcast is hosted by Emily, an attendee [...]

Picture Possibilities at the Plaza

2022-08-05T13:37:13-04:00August 4th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Administration, Community, Dignity, Direct Support, Families, News|

On Saturday, July 30th, ADEC turned Elkhart Civic Plaza into a true celebration space! From 11-3 we welcomed volunteers, staff, clients, family, friends, and the public to celebrate the culmination of our month-long 2022 fundraiser, Picture Possibilities. Food trucks, free [...]

The 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

2022-07-26T11:47:14-04:00July 26th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Community, Dignity, News|

THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT CELEBRATES 32 YEARS The ADA, or Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law on July 26th, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. The civil rights law was an historic win for the community of [...]

ADEC Supported Living Residents Receive Container Gardens from Creekside Church of the Brethren Volunteers

2022-07-15T12:52:35-04:00July 15th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Community, Dignity, News|

The Creekside Church of the Brethren received a grant from the Lilly Endowment Fund a few years ago that allows them to purchase supplies to create container gardens that they then donate to ADEC Supported Living clients. According to Cary [...]

CEO of THOR, Bob Martin, Talks ADEC and Picture Possibilities

2022-07-15T09:48:23-04:00July 15th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Community, Dignity, News|

Zach, Froggy 102.7: We're talking with the president and CEO of Thor industries, Bob Martin, about ADEC. And can you tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to know about ADEC? Bob Martin: [...]

Gaining Grounds Conference Center to Host Craft Bazaar in September

2022-08-17T13:50:26-04:00July 14th, 2022|Community, News|

GAINING GROUNDS 1ST ANNUAL CRAFT BAZAAR hosted by ADEC Gaining Grounds is hosting its 1st Annual Craft Bazaar on Sat. Sept. 17th from 9-3 in our Conference Center space at the ADEC Main Administration Building at 19670 State Road 120, [...]

In July, ADEC is all about “Picture Possibilities.”

2022-07-14T13:00:41-04:00July 14th, 2022|A Life of Their Own, Community, Dignity, News|

ADEC is proud to announce our annual fundraiser. This year, July 2022, is our third year of “Picture Possibilities” – named that because it features photos and videos on social media, but also because it inspires those we serve, and [...]

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