Statler Center was founded in 1999 as a unique concept in hospitality and customer service employment training. One of the first projects of its kind, Statler Center provides physically disabled, blind or visually impaired individuals with the right tools for successful careers. Our job training programs are a unique and exciting concept in employment and
This theatre company is for people with all abilities and there are are quite a few actors with Down syndrome in this play. It is a fun summer show! The Unique Theatre Company, a company of artist that aspire to promote community integration through the arts, presents 2 Love. All performances are taking place at
THE ATA THEATRE & ACADEMY OF THEATRE ARTS Fundamentals of Musical Theatre – for Adults with Developmental Disabilities This one-hour class allows adults with developmental disabilities to begin learning all that is a part of musical theatre. During this class students will learn vocals, dancing,and acting through many fun and exciting theatre exercises. This class
John Robinson lives by what he preaches. His message: “Don’t let your disability stop you from pursuing your dreams whether you want to be a doctor a lawyer or anything else.” Born a congenital amputee, Robinson has faced many challenges, but he is grateful to his friends and family for encouraging him to pursue his
Nick Heilig is Buffalo born and bred. He likes to travel. He likes to go out to eat. He likes to go to sporting events. But Nick has a disability that keeps him in a wheel chair and that makes all those things he lies a little bit harder to do. “There’s been a lot
Parenting and Personal Development for Fathers and Father Figures ERIE COUNTY, NY— The Erie Department of Social Services has announced Fatherhood Connection: Men’s Parenting and Personal Development Group. This 13 week series of classes empowers men of any age, fathers, and father figures to be better parents to the children in their lives. The Fatherhood
Would you like to give your thoughts and ideas about the programs and services provided for young children ages 0 to 5 years old? United Way of Buffalo & Erie County has offered to provide space to host a discussion group of parents. Dr. Maureen Millane will be leading the discussion. Individual comments will remain confidential
Looming budget cuts to Medicaid will effect benefits to many people, including those with special needs. Recently the Stepping Stones Learning Center in Rochester closed its doors suddenly leaving many families without services for their children and the staff unemployed. Read the article and view the video-it genuinely exemplifies, “Just because you have a service
The Community Network of Care (CNOC) for Children & Families in Niagara County is seeking parent / caregiver feedback on their interest in participating in Love and Logic Workshops that will assist parents / caregivers in reducing power struggles and improving relational interactions with their child. CNOC is also seeking feedback on how this curriculum
Location: Women & Children’s Hospital of Buffalo We are looking to understand how families can get all types of needed care for their children, whether it is in the hospital, school, pharmacy, therapies, or anything in the community where you live. We are seeking up to ten families of children who have medical complexity. This
