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C r e a t i n g a C o l o r f u l D i f f e r e n c e I s s u e # 9 P a g e | 1
KaleidoSCOOP Monthly Newsletter March 2020
Bryn Mawr Every Tuesday 12:00-2:00 & 6:30-8:00pm
3/3 Career Readiness: Future Application Goals
3/3 Independent Living: Cooking Class – St. Patty’s Day Surprise
3/10 Independent Living: Cooking Class - Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
3/10 Self-Regulation: Emotional Monsters Craft Project
3/17 Social Skills: Chat Pack Favorites
3/17 Self Reflection: I Am Lucky Craft Project
3/24 Social Skills: Roll the Dice, Share a Slice
3/24 Creativity: Clover Sun Catchers
3/31 Money Management: Cents and Sensibility Workshop
3/31 Social Skills: Group Games
Location: Bethel AME Church: 50 S. Merion Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA
Allentown 1:00-3:00pm
Friday, 3/20 Creativity: Playing with Science Projects!
Location: Allentown Office, 6235 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18106
Hello Everyone and Happy March,
Finally, Spring is on the way and we can anticipate sunshine and the
beginning of warmer weather. Time seems to be flying thus far in 2020. I,
personally, am looking forward to some of the exciting foundations that
depict this time, such as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness
Month, World Down Syndrome Day and the planning stages for Autism
Awareness and Acceptance Month. The Kaleidoscope Vision encourages us
to focus on loyalty which deeply mirrors all of the celebrations and tributes
mentioned above. It takes loyalty to honor each other on a regular basis.
Loyalty is always so much sweeter when it comes from the heart; however,
similar to being a role model, we often have to make the choice to be loyal.
This applies to people in our life, things that we care about, causes that we
know deep down are important, and the universe in general. Its takes
tenacity and dedication, but as service providers, as well as people with
strong values, we are up for the task; especially if we do things together. I
would love to hear from you. What do you think about when you ponder the
word “loyalty?” How do you model being loyal to those around you? What
are your causes?
March might bring winds, yet a bright beginning also feels real. Have a
fabulous month and remember to feel the gratitude for your ability to make
a colorful difference in our world.
Warmly,
Dr. TaraColleen Macatee One of our favorite
photos from Hershey
Park last summer!
These pictures were
created by individuals
with DD, and featured
as the official 2020
images to
commemorate
National
Developmental
Disabilities
Awareness Month.
This was just taken at one of
our Valentine’s Day parties!
C r e a t i n g a C o l o r f u l D i f f e r e n c e I s s u e # 9 P a g e | 2
KaleidoSCOOP Monthly Newsletter March 2020
MISSION MONDAY is our space to congratulate our
Direct Service Providers of the Month!
EPA: Dana Johnson is committed to providing quality care to
our individuals. She is an integral part of our activities
program, and has frequently assisted and supported the
coordinators with groups and activities. She recently helped
out in a pinch and went above and beyond by helping to run
peer group for a staff member who was unexpectedly unable to
make it to the church in time to get things started.
WPA: Maddie Camp has picked up multiple cases and
seamlessly moved into the role of a DSP helping and
promoting the independence of her individuals. Maddie
maintains open and effective communication with her CCs and
team members. Maddie submitted 5 IC referrals and continues
to submit more.
NEPA: Tia Cooper has been at KFS for over almost 2 years
and continues to excel in her position. Tia is open to feedback,
willing to improve her skills and has a great rapport with her
individuals. Tia goes above and beyond to help her individuals
become independent. Keep up the great work Tia!!
LCPA: Helen Schlegel has continuously shown a positive
attitude that is infectious to anyone she speaks with! She uses
supervision and asks for help when she needs it, and in return
takes feedback very well. Helen has also been more than
willing to pick up sub shifts when they are offered to her.
CPA: Mindy Wright worked with us a long time ago and
recently has come back to work with one of our individuals
every Saturday! She does a great job at encouraging her
individual to make healthier choices and getting involved in
the community. She has also recently referred someone to
become an IC who started her first shift two weeks ago!
Bowling fun in Allentown!
We made Valentine’s Day cards for
our loved ones and then made some
for the Black Kick Homeless Shelter!
Our Wednesday night group volunteered
at Caring for Friends in Philadelphia.
Packing food for the needy!
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KaleidoSCOOP Monthly Newsletter March 2020
Brianna started
attending Reading
Area Community
College this month!
She is so excited
and happy to be a
college student!!!
Congratulations to Darquell
who is doing an amazing job
working at Home Depot!
Rachel working on her cooking
goals with Tortellini Sausage Soup!
Congratulations are in Order!
James cooked Garlic Parmesan Chicken for his family!
Christian had a job interview at Acme!
Jacob got a new job at Acme. He also works at TJ Maxx.
Sophie took the time to fill out the comment card at
Nifty Fifty’s rating the service and food EXCELLENT!
Damien took his driver’s test!
Mindy lost 19 pounds in the past month and is working
hard to live a healthier lifestyle!
Cameron got a full-time job at Lydall after returning
home from Hiram G Andrews!
Brendan has been excelling in his classes at Millersville
and will be traveling to Kenya in May to study abroad!
Thomas made his own pizza from scratch which is a
huge accomplishment since he previously only heated
food in the microwave.
India got 90% on her respiratory systems exam!
Joseph was praised by his volunteer job at the Salvation
Army! They are very impressed with his work.
Eric was so thoughtful when he
brought Jenna flowers and
chocolates for Valentine’s Day.
Alex worked on his cooking
goal by making pork chops!
Devin has been
“cooking up a storm.”
Our peer support groups made Valentine’s
Cards for Connect by Night Homeless shelter.
They put their HEART and soul into them!
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KaleidoSCOOP Monthly Newsletter March 2020
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions
Home Office
950 East Haverford Road
Suite 100A
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
P: 877-384-1729 F: 610-527-8672
www.kfamilysolutions.org
www.facebook.com/kfscares
www.linkedin.com/company/kaleidoscope-
family-solutions-inc-
www.twitter.com/kfscares
www.instagram.com/kfscares
Coffee Filter Butterfly
What You Need
1/2 of a black pipe cleaner
paper coffee filter
water color paints
paint brush
water
What You Do
1. Flatten the coffee filter and place it on a plate or newspaper, the
paint and water will soak through. Set aside on paper towels to dry.
2. Fold the chenille stem in half. (Remember, you are only using half
of a chenille stem to begin with.)
3. Fold the coffee filter accordion style, in about 1/2″ pleats.
4. Position the pleated coffee filter into the bent end of the chenille
stem. Center the filter at the bend.
5. Twist the chenille stem around the filter to secure it in place.
6. Bend the tips of the chenille stems over about 1/4″ to create the
antennae.
7. Fan out the butterfly wings.
8. If desired, hang with yarn or fishing line.
SPOTLIGHT! National Developmental
Disabilities Awareness Month
We are super proud to highlight Sarah who just
recently began volunteering at the Daily Bread Food
Pantry in Collegeville, PA. This is in addition to
Sarah’s extremely active life. Sarah brings a spark of
bright light to everything she does with her outgoing
personality and ongoing conversations. Sarah loves to
dress up, eat out, be with family and friends, and walk
for exercise. Sarah especially enjoys her time with
Kaleidoscope peers at special events and the Friday
bowling league where she often gets the overall high
score! Sarah absolutely loves her two basset hounds.
Praise for Kaleidoscope
Kyle’s family raved about Simeon and appreciates all
the work he does with Kyle!
--Amanda Sanabria, Program Director
Kevin has created a great relationship with our
family and is focusing on goals and objectives. He
has been very receptive to feedback and is very
thorough.
--A Happy Kaleidoscope Mom
Just a few photos from
our Lancaster
Valentine’s Day party!