Merry and Bright at ADEC

The holidays are coming, and ADEC clients are ready for the magic of the season. Each day service works hard on special projects as people prepare gifts and try to keep some big secrets. At our group homes, festive decorations and trees brighten the atmosphere as the fresh-baked smell of treats fills the air. In the community, many of our friends don their elf hats on as they shop for the ADEC Holiday Wish List.

At the Bristol Administration Building, the Art by ADEC store could not look merrier or brighter. Decorative holiday art pieces and canvases fill the wall, ready to brighten your home or office space. If you've been meaning to stop by the store but just don't have time during the week, tomorrow is the perfect time! From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Art by ADEC store will be open for special holiday hours. Come and get some ADEC cheer for your home.

This week, we celebrate how ADEC gives opportunity and makes our clients' lives merry and bright in unexpected ways. We also share how you can give to us - without even spending a penny.

Whitney Craig, Communications Specialist
craigw@adecinc.com | 574-848-2441

ADEC client finds encouragement, empowerment at work

Patricia Lepe, ADEC employment services client, looks forward to going to work each Monday where she learns from the eight women who partner in owning and running Reverie, a yarn and gift shop in Goshen. Click here to read more about Patricia's journey.

16 ways to support ADEC during the 2016 holiday season

At ADEC, we realize that there are many organizations competing for your money and attention this holiday season. And we also know that money can be tight around the holidays. So, we have compiled a list of ways you can give throughout the entire holiday season — and many of them don’t cost a penny. Click here to learn more.

As our 65 Videos for 65 Years series continues, we join Dianne as she reunites with her son after eight long years.

In this video, we meet Molly, Micah and their mother as they share about their adoption and their lives with ADEC.

Meet ADEC staff member, Raquel, and see her journey from Mexico to Indiana, where she created a better life for her family.

We extend our deepest condolences to Michelle McGuin, ADEC VP of Family and Employment Services, on the death of her husband, Tom McGuin. Tom's obituary may be found here. Our thoughts and prayers are with Michelle and her family during this time.

We want to celebrate your life events and accomplishment and stand with you during the tough times. Please e-mail Whitney Craig with any weddings, births, deaths, serious illnesses or personal successes you would like to share with fellow ADEC staff members.

New Staff

ADEC welcomed three new staff members this week! Please give each person a warm welcome when you see her.

Jessica Smith | DSP, ADEC Day Services at Mishawaka
Andrea Meteiver | DSP, Terrace Park
Jessica Diller | DSP, Ashley Court

Art by ADEC Holiday Hours

Make plans to stop by ADEC tomorrow and get your holiday shopping done! Our store will be open in Bristol (19670 SR 120) from 9 a.m. to 1 pm. for you to browse our clients' unique creations and find that special something. Each item is one-of-a-kind, perfect for you to share with your loved ones.

ADEC 2016-17 Winter Weather Procedures

It’s that time of the year again. Although we’re all crossing our fingers for a mild winter, we know that Mother Nature hasn’t been so kind to us in Northern Indiana the past few years.

As adverse weather conditions come our way, the safety of our employees and clients is our top priority. Please take a look at the weather procedures so you can know what to expect in the case of nasty weather conditions.

If there is any threat of severe weather – whether it’s thick fog, snow, ice or extreme cold – Transportation Director Jeff Schrock will begin monitoring conditions at 4:30 a.m. and make a call shortly thereafter in coordination with Donna Belusar, our CEO and President. As soon as a decision to close or delay our programs or transportation is made, Michelle Sokol, Media Communications Specialist, will communicate that to employees and the public via our website, phone systems, social media channels and all local television and radio stations.

Feel free to contact Michelle Sokol with any general questions about the winter weather procedures.

Pay It Forward continues as a way for ADEC employees to recognize their coworkers for the positive contributions they make each day. Be sure to continue to submit nominations via the employee website and check back in the next month to see who won the drawing. Each winner chooses from a selection of $25 gift cards.

Elisha Dockery
When the Mackey Group Home is in a “crunch” Elisha is always willing to come in on her days off to help out. She is such a great asset to the Mackey Group Home as well as ADEC! I have also had to pull her to help out with coverage at Heather Lakes Group Home and she is always willing to help out no matter what. Thanks Elisha for all you do for the clients. It is very much appreciated!
- Stacy Poorman

Last night Elisha noticed the inside of the microwave was excessively dirty and immediately went to work cleaning without being asked and with no expectation of recognition. The only reason I realized it was her is because when I went back to clean it myself a little later, I noticed that it had already been done and that Elisha was the only one who had been in the kitchen in that time frame. Elisha is always taking initiative and doing the kind of jobs that others might ignore. Thank you Elisha for all of your hard work! - Joshua Spinney

Maria Grove | Shout out to Maria! She always remembers the tasks everyone else forgets, and on time. Especially when it comes to bathroom duty, which can become an unpleasant task, Maria's always on it. Thank You Maria, we really appreciate it! - Amber Maust

Monica Johnson | I love Monica Johnson. I really don't know what I would do without her. She's always willing to help me out when I ask her and she even anticipates my scheduling needs and offers to help before I even have a chance to ask her sometimes. I really appreciate her. Thank you Monica!! - Blanca Leonhard

ADEC proudly advocates for and serves people with developmental and
cognitive disabilities so they live lives full of choice and possibility.

Special Thanks to the The Open Door team: Crystal Slabaugh, Michelle Sokol and Rod Tackett.

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19670 State Road 120 | P.O. Box 398 | Bristol, IN 46507 | 574-848-7451

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