Laura's Village

07/31/2025

You’re invited to our August Support Meeting, Bridging the Gap in Services, Presented by Finding Trusted Care in collaboration with Laura’s Village!

Families often face challenges finding reliable, compassionate care—whether through the MCO system or on their own. Finding Trusted Care connects families with experienced providers who understand the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Special guest Emily Gerhardstein will also join us to discuss adaptive clothing and hear directly from families about their experiences and needs.

📅 Saturday, August 23
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Gigi’s Playhouse – 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Let’s come together to share resources, ask questions, and shape solutions.

Optional lunch nearby to continue the conversation!
Register here: bit.ly/LVaug25

Questions?
🌐 www.laurasvillage.org
📧 laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/30/2025

🌎💛 International Day of Friendship 💛🌎

At Laura’s Village, we believe true friendship knows no bounds—not ability, background, or circumstance.

Today, we celebrate the connections that lift us up, the friends who walk beside us, and the beautiful community we’re building together.

Friendship is at the heart of inclusion. It’s in every shared smile, every kind word, and every moment of understanding.

💬 Want to connect with others and grow your support network?

Join us for our next meeting in collaboration with Finding Trusted Care:
📅 Saturday, August 23
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Gigi’s Playhouse – 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Please register for the meeting using this link: bit.ly/LVaug25

Together, we’re celebrating abilities and cultivating community—one friendship at a time. 🧡

🌐www.laurasvillage.org
✉️laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/28/2025

🧡 August Meeting – You’re Invited! 🧡

“Bridging the Gap in Services”
Presented by Finding Trusted Care in collaboration with Laura’s Village
Families often struggle to find consistent, trusted support—whether they’re navigating the MCO system or need care without MCO backing at all. That’s where Finding Trusted Care comes in.

Join us for this powerful and practical conversation as we explore real solutions that empower families. You’ll hear firsthand from caregivers who are making a difference and learn how this platform connects you with experienced, compassionate providers who understand the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We're also excited to welcome Emily Gerhardstein, who is passionate about listening and learning from families about their experiences and needs when it comes to adaptive clothing. This is a great opportunity to share your insights, ask questions, and help shape solutions that make a difference!

📅 Saturday, August 23
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Gigi’s Playhouse – 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Together, let’s build bridges and open doors to better care.

Gigi’s Playhouse is located in the Ayrsley area with local restaurants nearby. If you want to continue the conversations, we can look into lunching together!

Please register for the meeting using this link: bit.ly/LVaug25

🌐www.laurasvillage.org
✉️laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/26/2025

🧡 July 26 is National Disability Independence Day

Today we honor the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990—a landmark law that protects the rights of people with disabilities and improves access to jobs, services, and public spaces.

This day reminds us of the ongoing journey toward inclusion for all—visible and invisible disabilities alike.

🌟 Ways to Celebrate:
✔️ Learn about the ADA
✔️ Support a disability-inclusive organization
✔️ Advocate for accessibility in your community
✔️ Amplify disabled voices

🌐www.laurasvillage.org
✉️laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/25/2025

🧡 August Meeting – You’re Invited! 🧡

Bridging the Gap in Services
Presented by Finding Trusted Care & Laura’s Village

Families often face gaps in care—whether within or outside the MCO system. Let's talk real solutions that connect you with trusted, experienced caregivers who understand IDD needs.

💬 Plus: Special guest Emily Gerhardstein will join us to listen and learn from families about their adaptive clothing needs.

📅 Saturday, August 23
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Gigi’s Playhouse, 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Let’s come together to share, learn, and grow our community.

➡️ Register: bit.ly/LVaug25

07/24/2025

🧡 August Meeting – You’re Invited! 🧡

“Bridging the Gap in Services”

Presented by Finding Trusted Care in collaboration with Laura’s Village
Families often struggle to find consistent, trusted support—whether they’re navigating the MCO system or need care without MCO backing at all. That’s where Finding Trusted Care comes in.

Join us for this powerful and practical conversation as we explore real solutions that empower families. You’ll hear firsthand from caregivers who are making a difference and learn how this platform connects you with experienced, compassionate providers who understand the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We're also excited to welcome Emily Gerhardstein, who is passionate about listening and learning from families about their experiences and needs when it comes to adaptive clothing. This is a great opportunity to share your insights, ask questions, and help shape solutions that make a difference!

📅 Saturday, August 23
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Gigi’s Playhouse – 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC

Gigi’s Playhouse is located in the Ayrsley area with local restaurants nearby. If you want to continue the conversations, we can look into lunching together!

Please register for the meeting using this link: bit.ly/LVaug25
Link is also in our Bio.

🌐www.laurasvillage.org
✉️laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/23/2025

At Laura's Village, we Celebrate Abilities and Cultivate Community by providing opportunities for those with I/DD to make a positive impact on the community! Help us continue providing more opportunities by volunteering in-person or from a satellite location, one hour per month or a few hours per week...you choose! Our adults need you and your gifts!

P.S. Please stay tuned for a wonderful opportunity this September!

Please take a moment to fill out a quick survey about volunteer opportunities.

You can help make positive changes for those in our communities with I/DD! Volunteers participate in fundraising, social media, corporate outreach, and special events to help build an inclusive, supportive community for adults with special needs. Whether you're planning a benefit night, writing a ne...

07/17/2025

🎉🌍 Happy World Emoji Day! 😄💬

At Laura’s Village, we know that communication comes in many forms—spoken, signed, typed, or symbolized. Emojis are a fun and powerful way to express feelings, connect with others, and celebrate inclusion! 💛🌟💬

Whether it’s a 🌞, a 🧡, or a 💪—we love how emojis help everyone share their voice!

Today, let’s celebrate all the creative ways we connect with one another. What’s your favorite emoji? Drop it below! ⬇️✨

🌐www.laurasvillage.org
✉️laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/05/2025

🌿 Upcoming Laura’s Village Meeting: Taking Care of Yourself While Caring for Others 🌿

At Laura’s Village, we deeply understand the love, dedication, and sometimes exhaustion that come with caring for a child or adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We invite all parents and caregivers to join us for an empowering and supportive discussion focused on your health and well-being — because your wellness is vital to your family’s strength.

✨ Date: Wednesday, July 9
✨ Time: 6:00 PM
✨ Location: Advanced Spinal Fitness
📍 444 Williamson Road, Suite C, Mooresville, NC

We are honored to welcome Dr. Nicole Whitehead and Dr. Michelle Swenson of Advanced Spinal Fitness as our guest speakers. With decades of combined experience serving the neurodiverse community, Dr. Whitehead and Dr. Swenson bring expertise as chiropractors with pediatric specialities and advanced training in Functional Nutrition, neurological rehabilitation, and postural care.

💚 This meeting will offer practical insights into daily habits that can be easily woven into your routine to boost your health and longevity — through simple nutrition, accessible activities, and a positive mindset.

Come connect with fellow families, gather helpful tools, and leave feeling encouraged and uplifted. Together, we celebrate abilities and cultivate community.

Register Here: https://forms.gle/1fhHMgZHuwUbANrw6

📌 All are welcome — we look forward to seeing you there!

🌐 www.laurasvillage.org
✉️ laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from Laura’s Village!
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Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and community. At Laura’s Village, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to shine, to be included, and to live a life full of dignity and purpose.
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As we honor our nation's independence, we also honor the incredible individuals and families in our community who remind us daily what strength, resilience, and joy truly look like.
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Wishing you a safe, joyful, and inclusive 4th of July — from our Village to yours!

🌐 www.laurasvillage.org
✉️ laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com

07/03/2025

🌿 Upcoming Laura’s Village Meeting: Taking Care of Yourself While Caring for Others 🌿

At Laura’s Village, we deeply understand the love, dedication, and sometimes exhaustion that come with caring for a child or adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We invite all parents and caregivers to join us for an empowering and supportive discussion focused on your health and well-being — because your wellness is vital to your family’s strength.

✨ Date: Wednesday, July 9
✨ Time: 6:00 PM
✨ Location: Advanced Spinal Fitness
📍 444 Williamson Road, Suite C, Mooresville, NC

We are honored to welcome Dr. Nicole Whitehead and Dr. Michelle Swenson of Advanced Spinal Fitness as our guest speakers. With decades of combined experience serving the neurodiverse community, Dr. Whitehead and Dr. Swenson bring expertise as chiropractors with pediatric specialities and advanced training in Functional Nutrition, neurological rehabilitation, and postural care.

💚 This meeting will offer practical insights into daily habits that can be easily woven into your routine to boost your health and longevity — through simple nutrition, accessible activities, and a positive mindset.

Come connect with fellow families, gather helpful tools, and leave feeling encouraged and uplifted. Together, we celebrate abilities and cultivate community.

Register Here: https://forms.gle/1fhHMgZHuwUbANrw6
Link is also in our Bio!

📌 All are welcome — we look forward to seeing you there!

🌐 www.laurasvillage.org
✉️ laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com