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The Resource Connection
Weekly Update
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I'm back ! It feels good to be back in the saddle! I'm easing back into work, as I've myriad tasks to complete at home so my husband has a better quality of life, but Rome wasn't built in a day so I'm still not back full time, every day, but also not totally disengaged. The only reason I could take that time I needed for my husband is my work family, who picked up all my duties and kept the Center running without even a hiccup. So let me say a big thank you to Kris, Cid, Wanja, Donmarie, Dave, Priya & Dianne for being the amazing people you are. Your passion for the work we do shows each and every day.
I also want to thank those who reached out to me, I have been touched by the many expressions of support and caring over the past two months, being the active and social creature I am, I had some dark days being confined. 
Summer is in full swing, I feel as if I've missed so much of it ! I'll admit it was a bitter pill to swallow to miss the Mother's Retreat and the week at Camp Havvago. I'm hoping to be at Breezy Picnic Grounds this weekend with Ed, and next week I will be at Camp Starfish with Cid with our Beachcombers, and at the Noche Mexicana Fundraiser at Margaritas on July 27th. Would love to see you there!
One event that I can't attend, not being a dad is the Dad's Night Out at the Worcester Bravehearts this Friday July 21, 2017. - DADS there is room for more, come and enjoy a ball game, food and good company! Mom's you know how much you enjoy the Mother's Retreat. Encourage your partner to get out and connect with other Dads!! Summer means baseball and we've another night that we can ALL attend in August with the Bravehearts - Scroll down for the details ! If the date doesn't work for you, remember we have tickets for all home games that you can get for your family.
We're still looking for golfers for August 18th. The committee has done an amazing job putting together the annual tournament. Not only do I have a great staff but we're lucky to have wonderful volunteers. Do you golf, or does your child have a grandparent who golfs who'd like to spend a day on the links supporting the organization that supports their grandchild? Help us spread the word about a great day of golf that supports your center.
Also we are seeking nominations for Guiding Stars to honor in October at our Twentieth Year Gala Celebration. Certainly a few of you could think of a deserving individual? I recently was notified that I will be honored as a CHAI Champion at Jewish Family & Children Services biennial celebration this fall. I can't tell you how gratifying it is to be nominated and recognized. Sure people get paid for what they do, and most who work in the field of disabilities feel gratified every day to be be able to
make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We all say "Thanks" at the end of a school year with small gifts for the whole team or when a special person moves on in their career and leaves our child's life. But it is truly special to be recognized at an event. YOU have the power to make that a reality for a special person in your child's life. So put it on your to do list, make it a priority, nominations need to be in by August 25th so we will have time to notify honorees and prepare for the big night.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Sue
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2017 Guiding Stars Awards
This year, we celebrate HMEA's Autism Resource Central working with families in central Massachusetts for 20 years. Over the years we have grown in the numbers of families served. The goal of the Center is to promote the well being of people with autism at home, at school, and in the community. Many people/groups have helped us in this journey and we would like to thank them for making a difference in our lives.
Make your nomination by August 25th, 2017 and winners will be honored during our celebration gala on
October 20, 2017, at Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, Boylston, MA.
We invite you to join us that day as we recognize the winners and celebrate the contributions made in the autism community over the last 20 years. Tickets to the event are $75.00. More details on how to register will be announced.
Nomination Criteria
Is there someone who has made a significant contribution to the success of your family member on the spectrum in any of these areas. Nominate someone in any of the categories below:
* Educators (Early Intervention through College)
* Service Providers (e.g. ABA, OT, Speech, Social Skills, Direct Service Provider Adult & Children)
* Advocacy (Legislators, Self Advocate, Advocacy groups)
* Community Leader (Parent, religious leaders/groups)
* Adult Services
Nominator Information
Guiding Star Awards
Nomination Form
Your Name & Address: _______________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________
Email:_____________________________________________________
Phone Number: _____________________________________________
Nominee Information
Name: ________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
Email:_________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________________
Profession: _____________________________________________
Choose a Category
- Educator
- Service Provider
- Advocacy
- Community Leader
- Adult Services
Tell us in 150 words or less why you feel this person deserves recognition, attach to this form and mail to:
HMEA's Autism Resource Central 71 Sterling Street, West Boylston, MA 01583 before August 25, 2017
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SAVE THE DATE
Want to play for free? Individuals who raise $500 in pledges or more by Friday, August 11th at midnight and your entry fee will be refunded. Refunds will be available on Friday, August 18th between 8 AM and 8:45 AM.
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SAVE THE DATE
Join us at Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, 10006 Shops Way, Northborough, MA on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Margaritas will host a Noche Mexicana Fundraiser and donate 20% of pre-taxed food and beverage sales from participating families, friends and supporters of HMEA's Autism Resource Central. Guests can choose items from any of their menus,
takeout orders included
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Please make sure to let the host or server know that you are there to support
the fundraiser, so 20% of your pre-tax food and beverage purchases will be donated to HMEA's Autism Resource Central.
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SAVE THE DATE
This event is FULL but we do have a wait list. Please call 508-298-1610 or email [email protected] to be put on the wait list
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July 21, 2017
Worcester Bravehearts
Dinner & game
5:15pm
Meet at ticket booth
Fee:$5.00/pp
July 23, 2017
520 Northwest Main St
Douglas
10am
Fee: $5.00/pp
July 27, 2017
Noche Mexicana Fundraiser
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
10006 Shops Way
Northborough, MA
July 28, 2017
FRIDAY FUN
Rt 12 Sterling MA
10 AM
$3.00/pp
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AUGUST
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
August 4, 2017
FRIDAY FUN
West Boylston Cinema
101 West Boylston St West Boylston 10 am
$2.00/pp
Fitton Field @Holy Cross Worcester
August 11, 2017
FRIDAY FUN
Swimming, hiking and picnic
DCR Dunn Park
289 Pearl St Gardner, MA 10:30a
August 18, 2017 - CLOSED
August 20 - 24th
FAMILY FUN DAYS AT CAMP
August 25, 2017 - CLOSED
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We have suspended walking for the summer
due to vacations and other activities.
We will resume in September.
If you wish to walk please do.
You might even meet one of our families walking at
Quinsigamond State Park Worcester
or
Coolidge Park in Fitchburg
on Monday nights from 6-7 pm.
PLEASE REGISTER FOR ALL ACTIVITIES AT:
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As part of our mission we try to keep you informed of relevant meetings, hearings, recreational opportunities in our community.
Check out the
Bulletin Board this week for information about upcoming activities in the community. The Greendale YMCA has an inclusion initiative for May & June that will allow families to enjoy a membership for $20 a month
The Bulletin Board is a place to have events that would be of interest to the families of HMEA's Autism Resource Central posted. Sped PAC meetings with speakers, recreational opportunities, classes and more.
To have an event considered for posting please send information to
[email protected]
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Sincerely,
Sue Loring -Director
HMEA's Autism Resource Central
508-298-1605 
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