Volume 2 | April 30, 2026| Spreading Sunshine Since 1951

Good News Lives Here.

The Happiest Highlights

Our amazing Hi-Ability team of physical, occupational, speech, and behavioral therapists is at the heart of the ASC family.

This month we celebrated their passion, expertise, and dedication with a full week of thanks.

How does the therapy team impact ASC?

By helping students and residents build communication skills, grow independence, and strengthen their abilities every day in fun, supportive, and individualized ways!

ASC’s Maximizing Out of School Time (MOST) is all about spring by painting bright seasonal scenes that celebrate their creativity, positivity, and self-expression.

Why is Art Important in ASC's Program's?

• Art can uplift moods and inspire imagination.
• Art brings joy with every brushstroke.
• Art can be a nonverbal way to express your thoughts and emotions.

Learn more about the MOST program

A huge thank you to MamaFuma for generously donating their time to spend the day jamming at our ADT and School. Your energy, kindness, and positive messages made such a special impact on everyone involved.

Everyone’s life can use a little more magic and with music... that's possible. ✨🎶

Click the image to the right to watch some of their incredible performance!

Read this article to learn some more about how music can support individuals with developmental disabilities.

Check out MamaFuma

STEPping Stones To Success

ASC's STEP has been hard at work preparing for Summer Internships. Currently in 6 local high schools, the program gives young adults with disabilities, aged 15-21, the opportunity to get a step up into their adult life. The program offers career exploration, social and employability skills training, individualized support, and activities leading up to paid summer internships.

We’re excited to see how they put their skills into action during their internships.

Learn more about ASC's Supported Employment and Training Program

Stay tuned for an update at the end of the summer!

April's ASC Feature

It's a very special story of one of our resident artists, Mindy Sierra, a Brooklyn native with a life-long love of art who has called ASC home since 1995.

She began painting at the ASC fine arts program in 2001, sharing powerful personal stories through her work. Her first project "Everglades Egret" introduced her to selling her art, and "God's Grace" tells the impactful story of her brain aneurysm at age 11.

Mindy continues to create throughout her years at ASC. In 2011, she created the original series of 8 "POP Hearts" which later became the inspiration behind ASC's current "All Heart. All Ability" logo. The imperfect heart shape, using earth tones, came to represent how each and every one of us on the planet has imperfections, but when we come together as a community and celebrate our abilities, the limits are truly endless.

Today, Mindy continues to create in ASC's Art Program in the Adult Day Training Center. Through hand over hand painting, sculpting, and exploring different mediums Mindy's passion for art does not waiver.

"My explorations of various media and mediums have given me a unique avenue to express myself. Because I’m wheelchair bound, art has made me a stronger person by making me boundless." - Mindy S.

Collaborations We Can't Get Enough Of

We are always welcoming people to ASC. Interested in coming for a tour? Reach out so we can get it on the books. There may or may not be some adorable kiddos along the way ☺️

Good Times Ahead!

Kick off Summer with some fun in the sun on JUNE 13th.

Spots still available to play, so get your friends together to spike for good!

September 17th, 2026



Click here to learn more about the Arlene Lakin Advocacy Fund.

This event has become a staple in the disability community that provides extensive resources on how to navigate life with a developmental disability.

And its FREE, so save the date!

December 8th, 2026

Click here to learn more about the event

Santa, Singing and Treats – Oh my! You won't want to miss this 3rd annual event that has become the perfect way to kick off the holidays. Start working on your “I've been good” list now!

VLP is dealing out something exciting…

Our friends are getting ready to host a Casino Night country club style, and you’re invited to take a seat at the table. Feeling lucky? Get your tickets TODAY for an evening of cards, chance, and community — all in support of individuals with developmental disabilities (our shared mission!).

Get ready to play your part in a night that gives back and RSVP at the link below.

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