Week of
October 11th, 2021
“Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end.”

― John Lennon
There's no new CLI video this week, but you can check out
all of CLI's videos by visiting CLI's YouTube channel:
In case you're wondering what day it is--
according to nationaldaycalendar.com it might be:
October 10
 
October 11

October 12

October 13
What are you interested in?
Angie & Mark are each working on refinishing a small piece of furniture they found in at garage sales. CLI loaned them the cash to purchase & supplies the tools. They'll either sell them at a local show, or work with a local retailer on consignment. All net income belongs to the person who did the work. It's a fun way to pick up a little cash and learning some hands-on skills.
Monica & Dawn worked on low-impact yoga stretches at the Norwalk Memorial Reservoir Clubhouse (left).

Mark helped build fences at the Norwalk Teaching Garden.
John's usual--

Ohio will officially implement STEP-type services as a regular part Adult Day Array effective October 15. CLI is grateful for DODD's commitment to meaningful community integration. One important consideration related to these services is that even though these services cost more money per hour-- individual budgets will increase to accommodate these services so that people won't run out of money before they run out of year.

This is progress that will help Ohio's DD system by enabling more person-centered and outcome driven services-- and by providing more money to DD providers who provide these services. But, both clients and providers need to make sure that the services paid for under this new billing code is worth the money. This means that we collectively have to really focus on the desired outcome of the services in each person's ISP-- and that we need to make sure that we're helping individuals with DD connect to their communities in meaningful ways.

That's all I have for now. Enjoy the beautiful fall weather while it lasts-- and keep those hands clean.

John
Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness in October
It's National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM). Check out OODWorks.com or the Employment First webpage for more employment information.

Would you like to join CLI for some fun virtual activities?

It's a bunch of loud fun!
Firelands Local LLC

James Johnson
419-921-6400
Good
Works
Cafe
Good Works Cafe Donation Request

Chili Beans
Cornbread Mix
Sandwich Bags
Saltine Crackers
Egg Noodles
Chicken Bullion
Canned Tomatoes
Cupcake liners
Donations can be brought to the Clubhouse from 9:30a - 12p or call (419)921-6057 to arrange a donation pick-up.

This helps us keep costs down and be able to provide meals each Friday at a low cost.

Thanks everyone! Here's to a good week!
Kerrie Close
Community Settings Coordinator
(419)921-6057
Music videos of the week-- got one you'd like to share? Send it in!