Awake Labs

28/10/2024

📢 Join Us for the 6th Technology Community of Practice (TCP) Session! 📢

This month, we’re excited to welcome Edward R. Amey, MS, CEO of Jay Nolan Community Services, for a session on "Creating Lasting Momentum: Driving Change in IDD Service Teams". Edward brings over 20 years of experience leading nonprofits through impactful digital and cultural transformation, focusing on the people they serve and those who support them.

From his extensive background in education, social work, crisis counseling, and nonprofit leadership, Edward has a deep commitment to strengthening communities by putting people at the center of change. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering positive, lasting change in IDD services.

📅 Date: October 31, 2024

🕒 Time: 2 pm - 3 pm ET

📍 Zoom Registration Link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodOCrpzsrG9EPgemgJOq9VK-pAAYRMCm5 #/registration

Let’s come together to support, learn, and grow as a community. We look forward to seeing you there! 🌐

24/09/2024

📢 Join Us for the 5th Technology Community of Practice (TCP) Session! 📢

Are you a self-advocate, parent, or caregiver interested in assistive technology? Join us on Thursday for the 5th Technology Community of Practice (TCP) Session! Our public zoom session is open to all and it's a great way to learn from peers in the field.

This week we'll be welcoming Cassie Frost M.S.Ed, ATP, who will be sharing from her nineteen years of experience in the field of special education.

📅 Date: September 26, 2024
🕒 Time: 2pm - 3pm ET
📍 Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodOCrpzsrG9EPgemgJOq9VK-pAAYRMCm5 #/registration

See you there! 🌐

18/09/2024

Be sure to pop by the Awake Labs booth at the Community Living Ontario’s 71st Inspiring Possibilities Conference this week! We look forward to connecting with you and sharing the big updates we’ve been working on!!

🤝 Can’t wait to meet you and so we can explore new possibilities together. See you there!

13/09/2024

Will you be attending the Reinventing Quality Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, from September 15-17, 2024?
If you are, be sure to spot our CEO, Andrea Palmer! She’ll be around to chat about the latest at Awake Labs and answer any questions you might have. See you there!

09/09/2024

This week, we come together to celebrate the Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who bring light, love, and care into the lives of so many. 🌟

Let's take a moment to express our gratitude for their tireless efforts and the impact they make each and every day.

Thank you, DSPs, for your endless commitment to enhancing the lives of those you support. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do! 🙌💙

13/08/2024

Our CEO, Andrea Palmer, will be in Long Beach, CA from August 13-15, 2024 for the 2024 OPEN MINDS Institute For Operational Excellence. 🌟

Will you be attending as well? Look out for Andrea! She’ll be happy to chat about the latest developments at Awake Labs and answer any questions you might have. 💬✨
See you there!

18/07/2024

Did you know Disability Pride has its own flag? Each color on the flag represents a group of people:

🟥 Red: Physical disabilities
🟨 Gold: Neurodiversity
⬜ White: Invisible disabilities and disabilities that haven't yet been diagnosed
🟦 Blue: Emotional and psychiatric disabilities, including mental illness, anxiety, and depression
🟩 Green: Sensory disabilities, including: deafness, blindness, lack of smell, lack of taste, audio processing disorder, and all other sensory disabilities

The faded black background mourns victims of ableist violence, while the diagonal band signifies breaking down barriers in society.

This month, let's continue advocating for a more inclusive world.

Source: https://www.weinberg.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/history-disability-pride-flag

16/07/2024

☀️ Summer Break Update! ☀️

The Awake Labs Technology Community of Practice (TCP) is taking a short summer break. We sincerely thank our speakers and participants for enriching our discussions.

Look out for the TCP Sessions to resume on September 26. We are excited to continue exploring how technology can empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Do you have any feedback or suggestions for discussion topics? We'd love to hear from you! 💬 Haven't registered yet? Sign up at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodOCrpzsrG9EPgemgJOq9VK-pAAYRMCm5 #/registration now and mark your calendars! 📅

See you in September!

11/07/2024

July is Disability Pride Month. It’s about fostering an inclusive and accessible world where everyone can thrive.

Disability Pride Month is more than a celebration; it’s a call to action. It’s a reminder to amplify the voices of individuals with disabilities, to advocate for accessibility in all areas of life, and to break down barriers that still exist.

Let’s work towards a future where inclusivity is the norm. Together, we can make a difference.

26/06/2024

📣 Just 1 Day Left! 📣

Our session with Kathleen Gifford is almost here! 🌟 Don't miss her journey as a parent supporting a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

🗓️ Date: June 27th, 2024 🕒 Time: 2pm - 3pm ET 📍 Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodOCrpzsrG9EPgemgJOq9VK-pAAYRMCm5 #/registration

Spread the word and join us for an insightful session. See you there!

📢 Join Us for the 4th Technology Community of Practice (TCP) Session! 📢

We are honored to welcome Kathleen Gifford, who will be sharing her journey as a parent at our upcoming TCP session! Kathleen will share her experience of supporting her son, who faces difficulties in communication due to intellectual and developmental disabilities.

In this session, she will cover:

✨Her journey of overcoming communication barriers
✨Effective communication strategies
✨ How she navigated her son’s transition into youth
✨ The powerful role technology played in supporting her son

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Kathleen's experiences and insights. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply interested in learning, this session promises valuable takeaways for everyone.

📅 Date: June 27th, 2024
🕒 Time: 2pm - 3pm ET
📍 Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwodOCrpzsrG9EPgemgJOq9VK-pAAYRMCm5 #/registration

Let's come together to support, learn, and grow as a community. See you there! 🌐

20/06/2024

June is recognized as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness and support individuals and their loved ones impacted by these conditions. Remember that support can come in many forms, whether it's lending a listening ear, offering a helping hand, or educating ourselves and others about brain health. Our collective efforts can make a lasting impact not only in June but throughout the year.

17/06/2024

Our CEO, Andrea Palmer, will be in New Orleans this week at the 2024 OPEN MINDS Strategy & Innovation Institute.

If you’ll be there too, make sure to say ‘hi’ to Andrea! She'll be available to discuss the latest developments at Awake Labs and answer any questions you may have.

We look forward to seeing you at the event!