At The Roots LLC

11/14/2025

Our house is full of centerpieces, LED candles, thank you cards, and the debris path of a person with ADHD who cares about every.single.detail of an event…

(sorry,husband)

That means it’s almost time for our annual Gratitude Dinner & Rootie Awards!

Big shout out to all of our community members and partners who shared their well wishes and words of encouragement for our staff tonight. It truly means the world.

Stay tuned for Rootie updates and photos coming soon! ♥️

-R

11/13/2025

Our Gratitude Dinner is tomorrow so this is your last chance to SHARE THE LOVE!

It takes less than 3 minutes and makes a huge impact on our team: https://forms.office.com/r/D3Vy6QGeQQ

Every year in November, our team gathers for an evening of gratitude, laughter, and connection - a reminder of how much good we can create when we do this work together.

If you’ve been touched by someone from our team or simply want to share a few words of encouragement, we’d love for you to “Share the Love.”

Your notes will be displayed during our Gratitude Dinner as a reminder that the work we do makes a difference - and that people notice!

FILL OUT THIS QUICK FORM: https://forms.office.com/r/D3Vy6QGeQQ

11/12/2025

I’m just a girl, sitting in her car gasping for air and hoping no one calls 911 😅, asking stores why there’s never a cart return anywhere near the handicap parking spots.

I know it doesn’t look like its that far to bring it back in but after spending the last hour with a heart rate over 140 and chest pains just to get through my shopping, it feels I’ve crossed the finish line of a grueling marathon just to find out there’s actually several yards left to go.

And if I feel this way, imagine how frustrating it is for people with far more challenging mobility issues than I have.

Anyone with expertise in this area who can explain this to me? I’ve got time to read while I catch my breath 😮‍💨

11/11/2025

👏 Here’s to the partners who quietly hand you cheese and crackers while you’re having a full-blown meltdown on the floor because you ignored your own needs for too long and kept pushing until your autism reminded you (not so gently) that self-care isn’t optional.

There’s so much content out there that makes neurodivergence look cute or quirky.

But the truth? It’s not always like that.

Sometimes it’s tears, stimming, repetitive self-harming behaviors. Sometimes it’s shame, exhaustion, and a body that’s just done pretending to be okay.

Meltdowns aren’t pretty. They’re not “quirky.”

But they are very real.

If you’re lucky enough to have someone who sits with you through them, who feeds you snacks, grounds you, and doesn’t make you feel broken, give them a high five from me.

And because my brain sometimes repeats familiar phrases (something called echolalia) it only feels right to end with one of them:

“It’s always a party with havarti.” 🧀

-R

11/09/2025

Life lately has been… a lot.

This weekend, self-care looked a little different for me. It wasn’t bubble baths or yoga or unplugging - it was catching up.

I spent most of Saturday at the office, not because I wanted to, but because it’s what I needed to do to feel a little more settled heading into the week.

And honestly?

It turned out to be pretty lovely.

The views from the office were spectacular, and the sunset reflecting through our rainbow window film added the perfect dose of unexpected joy and color. 🌈

Sometimes self-care is rest.
Sometimes it’s getting things done.
And sometimes, it’s both.

-R

11/05/2025

Zoom into that black square…
Yep, you.

It could help you if you accidently took too much of your prescription.

It could help you save your child or pets life if they ate a dropped pill.

It could help you save a strangers life at the store or on the bus.

It could help you if that party drug you snagged for one night turns out to be less of a party than you planned.

It could help you save your teenager’s life when they take that pill from a friend.

It could help you or someone else see another day and have another chance at life.

Not sure where to get it?

We have limited supply available for free in our office but most local health departments have it as well! Give them a call or check out their websites. 💚

10/31/2025

Hope your night is full of treats, laughter, and just the right amount of spooky. 🖤

HAPPY HALLOWEEN from all of us at AT THE ROOOOOOOOOOOTS! 👻 (get it?)

Be safe out there!

10/31/2025

KNOW A LOCAL COLLEGE STUDENT?

Make sure they see this! 👀

We have one scholarship spot available for a college student who wants to join our Curious Communities training next week!

This training is all about learning how to have more real, meaningful conversations - the kind that build trust, understanding, and connection.

If you’re studying in a helping field, working with people, or just passionate about community, this will be such a valuable experience!

🌱 Message us you’re interested or want to learn more!

CLASS INFO: https://attherootsllc.com/cctraining

10/30/2025

Every year in November, our team gathers for an evening of gratitude, laughter, and connection - a reminder of how much good we can create when we do this work together.

If you’ve been touched by someone from our team or simply want to share a few words of encouragement, we’d love for you to “Share the Love.”

Your notes will be displayed during our Gratitude Dinner as a reminder that the work we do makes a difference - and that people notice!

FILL OUT THIS QUICK FORM: https://forms.office.com/r/D3Vy6QGeQQ

10/30/2025

Team building, obviously. 👻

10/30/2025

Guaranteed to be a productive morning. 😂

10/30/2025

If you would like to help with immediate need for folks that are losing SNAP benefits, here are some quick links:

Donate funds here --> https://app.donorview.com/1yEAZ
Sign up to Volunteer here --> bit.ly/VolunteerTCT
Amazon Wishlist --> https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3JR93R4LRJKPR

Food and resource donations can be dropped off at 320 Putnam St. 9am-3pm, or email kitchen@thecommunitytable.org to set up an alternate time for drop off.

Your contribution will have a daily impact in The Chippewa Valley. The Community Table Eau Claire serves a FREE meal to ANYONE who wants to join at our table, 365 days per year.