PG.2 Vocational
PG.3 Life Skills
PG. 4 Residential
PG.5 CEO Corner/Events
PG.6 Employee Recognition
/Birthdays
PG.7 Employment
opportunities
Inside this Issue
ADDWC 2023
Summer Newsletter
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Vocational
Our crew enjoyed a break from the monotony, and attended an hour of
recreational basketball on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the spring. They
utilized the gymnasium at the Washington Park District to brush up on their
3-point shots!
Our crew recently participated in an interactive Epilepsy Awareness program
on site. It was presented by Blue Tower Solutions. It was both informative,
and entertaining.
If your group would like to tour our Community Day Services facility, call
Roger; 309-467-3015 (Ext 109) or email rcrow@addwc.org
Wish list for the vocational program – If you happen to have any 10-gallon
round plastic totes with rope handles sitting around, please consider
donating them to our vocational program. We find them to be ideal for sorting
our material. Ours take a lot of abuse and we are constantly replacing them.
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Life Skills
We have been enjoying the sunny
days outside planting our garden. We
also have been taking trips to Five
Points in Washington for our exercise
program.
Life Skills also had a Cinco de Mayo party where they had a piñata, virgin
margaritas and a great time!!
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Our House Managers
Residential
A big THANKS to Lexi, Jake, and Meagan
for leading our 3 houses.
Some of our ladies had a night out
and went to the Cinderella Ballet at
the Peoria civic Center
Our 3 houses got together to have a summer
kickoff party. We grilled out and had
deserts. Clients invited their families, got to
play games and had a blast!
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EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE! We are switching gears to prepare for our 9th Annual Going Green Golf
Outing to be held on Wednesday, September 27th. We are excited to announce that it will
be held at Pine Lakes Golf Club in Washington this year! We will have some new challenges
with opportunities to win cash prizes and more! As always; beer, soda, water, and Gatorade
is free during play! Watch our social media for information and updates. If you would like
information about entering a team, or becoming a sponsor, contact Roger; 309-467-3015
(Ext 109) or email rcrow@addwc.org
As my first year of President/CEO winds down, I would like to personally thank the Leadership
Team at ADDWC for embracing the vision for our programs to evolve and take chances. We
now look forward to the beginning of our new fiscal year starting July 1st.
ADDWC is investing its resources into our staff and programming for clients. Plans are in place
for increased community access as well as work opportunities in our Life Skills program. I am
excited to announce that ADDWC is joining the Institute on Public Policy for People with
Disabilities. The Institute will provide us with firsthand knowledge of what is happening at the
state and federal level, as well connect ADDWC with other social service agencies throughout
the State of Illinois.
ADDWC is thankful for the efforts that the State of Illinois, along with the Department of Human
Services, has done to increase our funding rates and pay for all employees. Our staff will see
the largest increase to date in wages of $2.50/hr. effective January 2024. As this is great news,
those in the social service field know that there is lots of work to be done. Increasing wages
and recruiting staff is only one problem facing our programs. There continues to be a lack of
funding available to those individuals that have a desire to transition or attend a Community Day
Service program or reside in a Community Integrated Living Arrangement. This would include
individuals currently graduating from school, living at home with family or in a state operated
facility.
I have confidence that in the coming year, ADDWC will evolve and strengthen its current
programs along with researching what areas of service needs addressing in Woodford County.
Being active in the social service community is imperative for us to keep up to date with
changes and how we strategically plan for implementation. There will continue to be hills and
valleys as we move forward, but with the support of our families and community, ADDWC will
continue to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities in Woodford County.
Tyler Rogers, President/CEO
“Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together”
CEO CORNER
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Employee Service Anniversaries
Employee Spotlight
June-August
Joana Martinez
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Client Birthdays
17 yrs.
Sunny Merrit
12 yrs.
Theresa Sikes
13 yrs.
Jim Moran
10 yrs.
Jake Merch
8 yrs.
Jarret Witmer
6 yrs. Cindy McClallen
5 yrs.
Tim Smith
5 yrs.
Rachel Groth
3 yrs.
Noah Marshall
3 yrs.
Meagan Lulay
1) Joana worked as an activity aid at the
AC home in Eureka as well as a laundry
aid. She worked at an ice cream shop
throughout high school.
2) Jo has worked at ADDWC for a little
over a year at Thomas Court doing 3rd
shift mainly but occasionally 2nd shift.
3) Jo enjoys this job because she enjoys
taking care of people.
4) She enjoys getting to know the clients
and staff. She said she likes seeing what
each day brings to them.
5) When Jo is not working she loves to be
with family and friends. She also enjoys
relaxing at home with her dogs.
Supervisor comments:
Jo has great work ethic and never
hesitant to help where needed. She does
a phenomenal job with the individuals we
care for and exceeds in all areas
expected. She’s always open for ideas
and is never scared to ask if she’s unsure
of anything. She is a great asset to the
team!
6/2
Terry M
6/7
Quentin C
6/22
Michael C
6/29
Pam S.
7/15
Leah W
7/16
Shannon M
7/19
Matt B
7/23
Bryan M
7/31
Erin B
7/31
Ed G
8/01
Rebekah Z
8/10
Lisa H
8/13
David F
8/28
Derek P
8/29
Dorinda W
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Hiring DSP
nd shift / 30hrs. with rotating weekends ($16.65)
3rd Shift/ 30 hrs. with rotating weekends ($17.65)
Direct Support Person (DSP)
Provides individuals with developmental disabilities training and active treatment based on formalized
programming of identified needs, goals, and objectives within their individualized plan. Assist in direct
personal care including personal hygiene, dressing, and toileting. Provides for the care, welfare, safety, and
security of all participants
Qualifications:
High school Diploma or GED, Valid Driver’s License, & automobile insurance.
Ability to complete all state and agency required trainings.
Ability to lift 50lbs. from floor to waist height.
Any questions please contact:
Rachel Groth
309-467-3015 (ext.103)
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A huge shout out to businesses that sponsored, and to everyone that came out to support
our annual IFF (Italian Feast Fundraiser). It was a tremendous success, profiting over
$17,000. THANK YOU!