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ARTiculation Creates Connection at the Heidi Gallery

May 14, 2025 / Heidi Gallery News

Artists tell their stories With the closing reception of the Contextual exhibit, nearly 70 people gathered to hear the stories behind the works that lived in Heidi gallery for the past two months. The exhibited artwork featured the use of text and …

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Therapies at JSDD: Growth and Independence in Progress

May 13, 2025 / JSDD News

JSDD believes in nurturing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. For adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), access to therapeutic services is a critical component of personal growth and overall well-being. The in-house therapeutic team provides the expertise and opportunity for …

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A Joyous Milestone: Celebrating Debbie’s 70th Birthday at the WAE Center

May 13, 2025 / JSDD News

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon at the WAE Center, a big group full of life, laughter, and love gathered to celebrate a milestone birthday for Debbie! The room was transformed with elegant gold and mint green decorations, reflecting the warmth and vibrancy …

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Showcase at the WAE

April 25, 2025 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

As is the custom on the last Thursday of each month, WAE members reveal their work, entertain, and discover what each person has been doing in their respective cohorts and classes! Thursday April 24th was a big day, as it coincided with …

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Spring has Sprung in the Art Studio & Digital Art Lab

April 25, 2025 / WAE Center News

By Faye Graye and Bill Hall / April 25, 2025 Mondrian paintings In our art and history class the members went back in time to the early 1940’s to experience the jazz rhythms depicted in in Piet Mondrian’s “Boogie Woogie Broadway.”The use …

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Jeremy Kole in a red jacket with his fingers making a peace sign

Getting to Know…. Theatre Facilitator, Jeremy Kole

April 25, 2025 / WAE Center News

Name: Jeremy Kole Title: Theater Consultant How long have you been with JSDD? This is my first year!I officially started with the agency back in September of 2024. Is this the position you started in? It is, though I have now also substituted …

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A Day to Remember: JSDD’s Third Annual Prom

March 27, 2025 / JSDD News

For the third year in a row, JSDD residents and WAE Center members came together for an afternoon of music, laughter, and pure joy at the annual Prom. The event was nothing short of magical, creating lasting memories for all who attended. …

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WAE to Sew – The Creation of a Sensory Blanket

March 27, 2025 / WAE Center News

In the WAE Center sewing class, members created a tactile sensory blanket. Each member who participated in this group project made a three-part strip of colorful fabrics and then added touchable objects like beads, buttons, and bells. These strips were joined together …

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Empowering Independence: Bringing Enabling Technology to Adults with IDD and Older Adults

March 27, 2025 / Uncategorized

As technology continues to transform daily life, JSDD: Life | Home | Tech (LHT) is at the forefront of expanding opportunities for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and older adults to live more independently. By integrating enabling technology solutions, LHT …

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JSDD’s Foodie Event: A Delicious Success!

March 25, 2025 / JSDD News, Past Events & Campaigns

JSDD’s Foodie Event, held on Sunday, March 23, 2025, was an incredible success – delightful culinary inspiration, community connection, and support for a meaningful cause. Guests enjoyed a unique and flavorful experience that celebrated the joy of food while supporting the important …

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