"Friends at Home" Issue #6
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Friends of Cyrus would like to wish all of our families, friends, peers, and the incredible individuals we serve Happy Holidays to send off the year! Thank you all for following us along this incredible journey. We cannot wait to show you all of the big things we have planned for 2022.
In this final issue of our In-Home Supports newsletter for 2021, we wanted to recommend some holiday-oriented, IDD-friendly activities you can share with your loved ones this winter. We also have an announcement regarding our In-Home Support Department that you don't want to miss!
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If you or anyone you know requires support services for an adult with disabilities, please contact our In-Home Supports Team to get the help you need.
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Friends of Cyrus has a number of well-trained and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) that are here to provide you with the support that you need.
DSPs are born caregivers and teachers, trained to understand each individual client’s needs. They are capable of providing behavior management, respite, and personal care services year round in the comfort of our clients’ homes.
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Community Based Supports
Our In-Home Supports Program ensures that clients are transported in and around the community and integrated into a selection of recreational activities. Our clients learn life skills, build healthy social skills and develop relationships with others.
Time in the community enhances awareness about dangers to be avoided and opportunities to be enjoyed. Direct Support Professionals provide 1-1 supervision to both guide teach, according to each individual's level of need.
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If you require support services for an adult with disabilities, please reach out to:
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KENNARD WILLIS
Adult In-Home Supervisor
(732) 589-2431
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AJ BIRARDI
Adult In-Home Director
(856) 394-3269
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Visit Our Website to Learn More About our In-Home Supports Services!
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A special introduction... |
Friends of Cyrus recently made an incredible addition to our In-Home Supports Department. We are so happy to introduce our new Managing Director of In-Home Services: John Hometchko!
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Managing Director of In-Home Services
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John is a veteran in the field of Human Services and comes to FOC with a number of years' experience in Disability Services Support Coordination, In-Home Supports Management, and Public Relations. He has also served as Chair of Toms River Mayor’s Advisory Committee on Developmental Disabilities and was an active member of the Office for Individuals with Disabilities in Ocean County. We are absolutely thrilled to witness his expertise, creativity, and passion for person-centered programs drive us toward new highs as our agency continues to grow.
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"I am looking forward to work collaboratively with the existing FOC team and contributing all I can to this wonderful organization. My ultimate goal is the promotion of self-advocacy and individualized support, which is an essential part of how I approach each individual that I have the privilege of supporting."
- John Hometchko
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Holiday Activities
For Adults With IDD
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The winter holiday season comes with many staples, including a number of safe and engaging activities for adults with IDD. Continue reading below to check out our list of Holiday activities to try with your loved ones this year! |
Photo by: Alexandra Pais | NJ Advance Media |
Nothing says Christmas like holiday light shows. This can be a fun, free activity to do with an adult who enjoys spending time out in the community and is safe to be around bright or flashing lights. There are a number of public light shows going on right here in New Jersey! Be sure to click the hyperlink to check out holiday light shows near you. |
There are a lot of simple, holiday-themed crafts that are perfect for exercising fine motor skills. Let your creativity shine with a classic paper snowflake, or break out some construction paper and create a festive garland with as many colors as you like. CrazyLittleProjects.com has a wonderful guide for 25 Easy Christmas Crafts for All Ages - one for every day leading up to Christmas!
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Photo by: synestheticstrings | Flickr |
Enjoying holiday tunes with those closest to you is another fun activity that not only stimulates the senses, but can also be therapeutic in the appropriate setting. It can also promote social interaction and connection through listening to music as a group. There are a number of towns in NJ that host festive music events, so be sure to check in with your community's events calendar and partake in some musical cheer this year!
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Nothing beats a fresh-baked holiday cookie, and making them from scratch is just as satisfying! Baking as a group is an excellent way to promote social interaction as well as exercise fine motor skills and activities of daily living such as following instructions or recipes. BRIT + CO published an incredible article with 24 Insanely Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes For The Holidays, so be sure to click the link and try one out.
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Check out our previous issues of Friends at Home
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Issue #1
Artwork & Eggrolls
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Issue #4
Activities for Adults With IDD
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Direct Support Professionals
We want to hire you!
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Are you looking for a meaningful and rewarding job that makes a direct impact on the lives of adults with disabilities?
Friends of Cyrus has a number of Direct Support positions available throughout the state of New Jersey.
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Competitive pay rates
dependent on level of experience
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Stay tuned for next month’s issue of Friends at Home
For more information, please contact:
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ROB GRAHAM
Marketing & Community Outreach Coordinator
(732) 322-0992
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Friends of Cyrus is a Human Services agency that provides community-based residential programs, in-home support services, and day habilitation services to New Jersey’s developmentally disabled adults. Since its inception, Friends of Cyrus has operated with an unwavering mission in mind: to create a haven of lifetime support options for individuals with disabilities. Friends of Cyrus currently supports over 120 adults throughout Burlington and Middlesex Counties with a focus on fostering independence, dignity, privacy, choice, and individuality.
Friends of Cyrus was founded in 2013 by Daren Singhani, the former CEO of a healthcare staffing company, and Kamelia Kameli, a veteran in the healthcare industry and the parent of an adult son with autism. Kameli’s son, Cyrus, was diagnosed with Autism at an early age and inspired the founding of the agency.
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