Winter 2012 - lonokeexceptional.org

THE BRIDGE
Core Values
Client-focused • Dedication • Compassion
Patience • Integrity • Respect
LEDC is dedicated to building bridges toward
independence and acceptance, by partnering with
and empowering individuals with disabilities and
their families, to participate and contribute within
their communities. LEDC is guided by compassion, patience, integrity, and respect.
Lonoke Exceptional Adult Clients made their
2nd annual trip to Arkansas Children's Hospital to drop off hats and scarves. They donated
over 181 hats and 53 scarves that our clients
knitted throughout the year in their “Knitting
for Noggins” program. They also dropped off
over three gallons of pop tops to the Ronald
McDonald House!
ELVIS was
In the building!
We had a special visit from Elvis on October 28th. This
event was held to obtain non perishable food items for the
local Family Resource Center. Over 385 pounds of food and
a 45.00 cash donation was given to the center thanks to
our amazing Adult Clients.
Its hard to believe almost 40 years ago Lonoke Exceptional School opened its doors. The program originated from the concern of local community members who recognized a need for a program to serve
children who were not served in public school systems. We have grown from serving 25 clients to now
serving 250 clients. LEDC is dedicated to building bridges toward independence, and we are looking
forward to continued growth for our clients and center.
For more information about our services
please call 628-0063(Cabot-Adult/Waiver) 628-5580(Cabot-Preschool) 676-2786(Lonoke-Adult/Preschool
Or visit us at www.lonokeexcpetional.com or you may email me directly at [email protected]
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Santa came to visit ..
Thanks to the Kiwanis of
Cabot! They delivered a
toy to each and every girl
and boy!! It was such a sight to
see every child grin from ear to
ear as they sat on Santa's
lap to get their gift. What
a Blessing the Kiwanis are
to all the Kids and Adults
here at the Center.
We love you Kiwanis!
From Left to Right: Stubby Stumbaugh, Billie Howard ,
Santa ( aka Carl Beutelchies, Maxine Thompson and Carl
We had a Wonderful Time with our 1st Annual Cookies and
Cocoa event. We were treated to a story by our very own Holly
Tapscott, Certified Teacher and Outreach Coordinator, followed
by delicious Cookies and Cocoa. We even had a
visit from Senator Eddie Joe Williams. It was a
great time to visit with our amazing families of
LEDC.
Arkansas Waterfowl Association presented
Lonoke Exceptional Development Center
a check for $250.00. We appreciate their
continued support of LEDC !
Thank you AWA !
(Pictured Mike Crow and Janie Sexton)
Through their Shoe and Stocking Fund The Fraternal
Order of Eagles #60 presented Janie Sexton, LEDC
Director $800 in Payless gift cards for our clients.
What a wonderful partner the Eagles have been to
LEDC. They also presented a check for $100.00 to our
2011 employee of the year for both our Lonoke and
Cabot Center. And! Yes there is more, they gave a
$3,000 donation to our centers! We cant say thank
you enough to the Eagles for all they do for
LEDC.
(Pictured from left to right-Mr. Conard McKown, Janie Sexton,
and Mr. Don Mangum)
The Snack Shack’s Grand Opening was Jan 9th, 2012
The idea was to construct and stock a snack shop in the adult center to be operated by the clients. This
program teaches and enhances independence, life skills and employment development. Maintenance Supervisor Wendell Walker constructed an amazing “Snack Shack” for our adult clients to operate. This idea
started with an assignment given as part of management training exercise. This has already been a tremendous success and our adult clients truly enjoy getting the opportunity to work the Snack Shack.
(Pictured from Left to Right : Deidre H., Courtney M., Quenthia T. )
Want to donate but don't know what we need? Below is a list of items that are always needed :
Unscented Wipes
Crayons
Air freshener
Clothes (baby up through size 5/6,
Toys - ages infant thru 5
Markers
Play dough
Glue sticks
Construction paper
Bubbles
AA and D batteries
Dry Erase Markers and Erasers
If you would like to make a monetary donation please send to
LEDC Attn: Gina Quattlebaum, 207 W. Plaza Blvd., Cabot, AR 72023
If you have any questions please contact me directly at 501-628-5580 or [email protected]
A HUGE Thank you to all our donors!
Kiwanis of Cabot
Fraternal Order of Eagles #60
Wal-Mart of Cabot
Arkansas Waterfowl Association
Junior Auxiliary of Cabot
Lonoke Banking Center
LaRoche Financial Services
Walton Family Foundation
Lonoke County Co-Op
Billie Ruth Pinkstaff
Don Herring
Clara Lambert
JT Gunter
Carroll and Mary Jane Hallum