Viscardi Alumni

11/27/2025

On behalf of the Viscardi Alumni, we wish you a very Happy & Healthy Thanksgiving!

11/26/2025

Kick off the holiday vibes with Beats by Joy! HVS alum, Joy Jeong is taking over the airwaves with his DJ skills and you don’t want to miss it! Catch him on 105.3 FM on Thursday at 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM and Friday at 8:00 AM & 3:00 PM.

11/25/2025

Jump-start your Wellness Journey! This holiday season, give yourself the best gift: a path towards improved health. Join us Tuesday, December 2, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm EST for a FREE virtual informative session via Webex featuring experts: Dan Sweeney (DPT) will provide adaptive exercises, and Ariel Mulzoff will demonstrate adaptive yoga for all abilities.

Below is all the information on how to join the session.
Meeting link:

https://viscardicenter.my.webex.com/viscardicenter.my/j.php?MTID=mf3c95654d6ea80e4411a55df01b33220


Meeting number (access code): 2550 265 7587
Meeting password: viscardi

Enhance your health, learn from experts, and boost your body and mind. If you have any questions, reach out to Kate Weglikowski at kweglikowski@viscardicenter.org. Help spread the word to other alumni and encourage them to attend!

11/25/2025

Read about how the power of adaptive sports changed Charlie Baker’s life after his accident.

Charles Baker went from suicidal thoughts to becoming athlete of the year after spinal cord injury, finding community and purpose through Triumph Foundation's adaptive sports program

11/24/2025

In this season of giving thanks, especially to the amazing and dedicated Alumni Basketball coaches, this is a friendly reminder that there’s NO practice next Thursday as we celebrate Thanksgiving.

Join us for our next session, Thursday, December 4, from 6:00–7:30 PM in the HVS gym. The ideal prep for the December 6 tournament!

No experience or cost required. Please arrive by 5:45 PM through the HVS cafeteria entrance. Participants are responsible for their own transportation and PCA/Nursing support if needed.

Help share the news to other alumni, and we would love for you to join us and be a part of this incredible community!

11/23/2025

Launch your culinary career with The Viscardi Center’s Culinary Skills Training Program. This hands-on course helps you build foundational skills, gain industry insights, and prepare for exciting roles across the hospitality sector. No prior experience required. Explore the program today and take the first step toward your future!

https://viscardicenter.org/job-training/

11/22/2025

Get ready to cheer! Join us Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 AM–4 PM for our Annual Wheelchair Basketball Tournament! Feel the Viscardi pride as the Cubbies, Cougars, and Alumni hit the court, then shop the Viscardi Marketplace for great finds. Don’t miss out on a full day of action, spirit, and fun!

11/20/2025

Be a part of the alumni basketball magic! Join us tonight from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the HVS gym. No experience or cost required. Just bring your competitive fire! Please arrive by 5:45 PM through the HVS cafeteria entrance.

Participants are responsible for their own transportation and PCA/nursing support, if needed. Please help us spread the word to fellow alumni. We can’t wait to see you on the court!

11/19/2025

The temperature may be dropping outside, but inside, the Viscardi Alumni are bringing the heat to the court! The game is on, the energy is unstoppable, and we want YOU in on the action. Join us tomorrow, November 20, from 6:00–7:30 PM in the HVS gym. No experience or cost required. Just bring your competitive fire! Please arrive by 5:45 PM through the HVS cafeteria entrance.

Participants are responsible for their own transportation and PCA/nursing support, if needed. Please help us spread the word to fellow alumni. We can’t wait to see you on the court!

11/18/2025

Check out how a former athlete from the Special Olympics World Games created a Barbie with Down Syndrome.

She also shares challenges, such as being asked if she wants a coloring book and crayons at a restaurant.

11/17/2025

Come and support Henry Viscardi School alum, Chris Alvarez tomorrow, November 18, at 83 Maiden Lane, 4th Floor, NYC for a 7 PM Preview Screening of El Padrino: “ICE Melts in His Hands”, a film starring Chris himself! The evening kicks off with a 6 PM Reception, followed by the 7 PM screening. Reserve your spot by calling (347) 653-2566.