WAE Center News

LGBTQ+WAE holds second virtual meeting

LGBTQ+WAE Holds Second Virtual Meeting

/ JSDD News, WAE Center News
Group for LGBTQ+ adults with developmental disabilities to meet via Zoom on February 16, 7pm, via Zoom. New members welcome!

LGBTQ+ WAE brings together people who share similar life experiences to enjoy the support of that community. The goal: to lessen the isolation and reduce stereotypes and misperceptions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) who identify as LGBTQ+. Regularly scheduled online or in-person meetings allow participants to connect with others who deal with similar issues in a more diverse group than they might otherwise encounter.
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Thanksgiving Birthday Memorial Luncheon for Scott R. – Tuesday November 24, 2020

/ JSDD News, WAE Center News
Story by Monica Schneider-Brewer The WAE Center has a long-standing tradition of celebrating the birthday of resident and member Scott R. Each November Scott’s parents provide a beautiful Thanksgiving Feast to the members and staff, bring a huge cake…and we all celebrate …

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WAE Center’s Birthday Wishes for Ellen Goldner

/ JSDD News, WAE Center News
Enthusiastic birthday greetings for Ellen from WAE Center members and staff.

There is no one more genuine in their admiration for WAE artists and the accomplishments of WAE members than Ellen. “She touches and shapes the self-esteem of our members and their sense of belonging to something bigger. Ellen's presence, enthusiasm, encouragement, warmth, and pride are infectious and inspirational,” says Linda Press.

Watch and listen as WAE Center members sing special birthday greetings to Ellen in this wonderful split-screen video.
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