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Hi friends and family,
I want to do something good and make the world a better place. And I know that the Teen Times program at ARCh makes the world a better place.
That's why I created a fundraiser to support the program that empower young people with disabilities to be more independent, have opportunities for peer interaction, and gainfully participate in their community.
Teen Times are monthly get-togethers for teens with and without disabilities that often are theme related, like the “super bowl” (featuring adapted football games), “Friendship Day” (where the teens made videos depicting the do’s and don’ts of common social situations) and “Make a Mess Day” featuring squirting shaving cream off your partner’s nose, and foot-painting. Community outings like Admirals hockey games, plays at local theaters, improv comedy shows and Christmas shopping are also Teen Time activities. All of these outings give teens the opportunity to be a part of their community, to see and be seen, and the chance to learn how to actively participate in common social situations.
A really awesome aspect is the service component, which is based on the notion that people with disabilities do not always have to be the recipients of service; rather, they can and should provide service to others. For some time, Teen Time held annual projects involving a local homeless shelter. Kids ages 5-10 who were staying at shelter were bussed to ARCh Camp Pow Wow for a day of games, food, and fun put on entirely by the teens who were friendly and non-judgmental. Everyone won on these days; the little kids had a blast, their parents in shelter were able to rest or focus on job-seeking, and the teens felt great about helping someone else.
Teen Time is about abilities and possibilities, not
disabilities. You can help teens gain friendship, independence and social skills in a positive and accepting atmosphere continues!
I hope you'll check out my fundraising page and please consider making a donation to help me reach my goal of
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Give today.
Giving online is easy and fast, and your support will make a real difference. I appreciate your help!
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