Every day, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) play a vital role in America’s workforce and economy by providing necessary supports and services to people with disabilities of all ages.
Please take a moment to recognize the DSP in your life, whether a caretaker, colleague, family member or friend. Thank them for the extraordinary work they do to teach, guide and care for the individuals and families in their care!
THANK YOU!
The Kennedy Collective DSPs!
We Appreciate You!
September 2023
'A Unique Perspective' Featured Artist
John Mitchell III "A Leopard"
John's approach to art shares much with his approach to life - wonder, excitement, and humor! His varied subject matter is intensely and happily researched prior to beginning his work.
Spotlight: Voter Advocacy
On August 22, The Kennedy Collective hosted My Voice My Vote!, a special voter registration event to encourage and assist individuals with disabilities, their guardians and the community register to vote in the State of Connecticut and make their voices heard.
Individuals eligible to vote (U.S. citizen and Connecticut resident who will be at least 18 years old before Election Day) were
welcomed at The Kennedy Collective office and Day Program facility at 39 Lindeman Drive in Trumbull.
Register to Vote & Make Your Voice Heard! CLICK HERE to learn how to register online in CT.
Above: Marlene Bodnar demonstrates how voting works on election day.
Below left: Jean Rabinow from The Trumbull Voting Registrar and The Kennedy Collective staff informs and guides guests through the voter registration process.
Below Right: Sarah Fagan answers questions from attendees.
Representative Jim Himes Recognized as AbilityOne Congressional Champion!
On Monday, August 28, United States Representative, Jim Himes was honored as an AbilityOne® Congressional Champion of Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities. The AbilityOne Congressional Champions Program was established in 2002 to honor representatives and senators who have demonstrated a commitment to constituents with disabilities as well as the AbilityOne Program. The award was presented by The Kennedy Collective President & CEO, Rick Sebastian along with Nevin Frank and Trechena Grier, The Kennedy Collective employees and this year’s representatives to the SourceAmerica Grassroots Self-Advocacy Conference in Washington DC.
Mark Your Calendar!
A Unique Perspective
2024 Calendar Reception
Thursday, October 26, 5 - 7:00 PM
Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative
1042 Broad Street, Bridgeport
The Kennedy Collective
58th Annual Four Seasons Ball
Saturday, November 11, 2023
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Brooklawn Country Club, Fairfield, CT
2023 Honorees: The Foley Family
Goings on at The Kennedy Collective
On September 18, four individuals will begin their Project SEARCH internship at the YMCA in Stratford - a collaboration between Project SEARCH, The Kennedy Collective, YMCA, DDS, and Stratford Public Schools. Project SEARCH is an international program designed tp prepare young people with disabilities for success in competitive integrated employment. Congrats to our new Interns!
Every Friday at The Kennedy Collective Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative (MDAC) in downtown Bridgeport, staff and individuals partake in a special hour of Karaoke! In addition to the amazing art they create at MDAC everyday, our individuals get to shine by expressing their love of music through song!
On August 8, The Kennedy Collective Mobility Services Department's, Meg Haffner, Steve Kish, Thomas Robertson, and John Wardzala hosted a mobility information table at the 1st AmeriCorps Summer Senior Expo outdoor event held at The Waterbury Downtown Green. The event was a collaborative effort of agencies to bring awareness of community resources to the seniors and persons
with disabilities in and around the Waterbury, CT area. In addition to the information tables, attendees enjoyed music, free food, cultural demonstrations, and wellness activities on this beautiful summer day!
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