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February 16, 2026

Cursive Academy Extends Services to Engage Senior Citizens and those with Special Needs thanks to Partnership with Travail With Us

(Merrillville, IND) - Today, Cursive Academy officially expanded its audience to include senior citizens and those with special needs thanks to a partnership with the Merrillville-based organization Travail With Us. Initially known for its CNA certification and transportation programs, Travail With Us launched its Adult Day Center in 2025. Cursive Academy has capitalized on this new offering by agreeing to conduct cursive writing workshops designed to strengthen motor and memory skills. The course has also produced an environment where participants can interact with one another further stimulating social adaptation.

"No sooner than I wrote the first cursive letter on the chalk board, I felt a strong connection with the participants," said Cursive Academy founder Terrell Whittington. "This is an opportunity of a lifetime, and I can't wait to see these participants excel and add more students to the program."

Monday's inaugural course featured 15 participants hailing from various age groups and abilities. The common denominator was the smile on everyone's faces.

"The energy in the room is incredible," said Travail With Us Founder and CEO Alfreida Robins. "The way our clients have jumped in to learn cursive is beyond inspiring. Some partially remember their cursive skills, but it's really about stimulating their motor and memory skills while having a good time learning or relearning handwriting."

The inaugural workshop lasts 3 days and includes three 90-minute sessions of instruction eac, supplies (workbooks, noteboots, worksheet) and a graduation ceremony on the final day. Whittington will return for another workshop in March.

In addition, Whittington has enlisted the assistance of several retired teachers who are currently training in preparation to facilitate Cursive Camps as the program ramps up for Spring and Summer.

A graduation ceremony will be held Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., 5429 Broadway in Merrillville, where participants will be awarded certificates for completion of the Cursive Workshop. This ceremony will boost the number of graduates to over 100.

"The goals are for them to be able to sign their names and to have fun while learning," added Whittington.

Cursive Academy earned it 501c3 non-profit status in November 2025 and is looking to partner with organizations, companies and individuals to resurrect the art of penmanship. Friday's graduation will be broadcast live via the Cursive Academy Facebook Page, and media are cordially invited to cover the distinguished occasion onsite. For more information about Cursive Academy or to book a workshop, visit the Facebook page, or email Chelsea@CWHITT.biz. 

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