Heartspring Connections - a monthly newsletter for Heartspring

Volume 1, Number 1, April 2007

April: Autism Awareness Month

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Our mission, in partnership with parents, professionals and the community, is to help children with special needs grow and learn on a path to a more independent life.

Heartspring School is a residential and day program that delivers a warm, loving environment for children with special needs.

Heartspring Pediatric Services provides therapies for children with developmental delays and disabilities.

Heartspring Hearing Center offers hearing services for people of all ages.

Volunteering is a wonderful way to learn more about Heartspring programs and services.

Donate Today. There are many ways you can support Heartspring to create greater opportunities for children with special needs.

World Reach is dedicated to touching the lives of children all around the world.

News And Events

• Autism Awareness Month
• Heartspring in Forbes.com
• Heartspring in NonProfit Times
• Heartspring Parent Weekend
• Special Olympics
• AXA Sponsored Golf Tourney
• PedalFest Bike Ride Fundraiser
• Lights On The Lake Fundraiser
• Autism Conferences

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We're proud to let you know that Heartspring was recently featured nationally on Forbes.com and NonProfit Times.

Bobby is a creative 17-year old teenager with Autism at Heartspring Residential School. Trying to communicate effectively is extremely difficult for most autistic children like Bobby. Bobby wrote and illustrated a unique version of "Old MacDonald" that was inspired by his weekly music class. [learn more about Bobby]

Jack is an energetic little boy with Autism who has benefited from outpatient psychological services, occupational therapy and speech-language therapy provided by Heartspring Pediatric Services. April is Autism Awareness month, and we'd like to share some of Jack's accomplishments. [learn more about Jack]

"I am treated at Heartspring as a valued member of the team and my input to her programming is appreciated and welcomed. Thanks to Heartspring, I am finally able to proudly show off the sweet, precious spirit that has always been the core of who Sami is."

Watch video of Dawn speaking about her daughter Sami

Learning can be fun and interactive. These tips and activities describe how to take advantage of teachable moments that occur throughout the day to supplement and support your child's learning. This month, learn how putting away groceries can be turned into a fun game that pairs objects with how they are used. [Food For Thought]

Help us reach more people by sending this newsletter to someone you know by using Tell A Friend. There are many ways to donate including attending a Heartspring fundraising event or asking your employer to match your donations. Make a difference today. [ways to donate]

Leea is the Staff Recruiter at Heartspring. Her goal is to hire caring, responsible people who want to make a real difference in the lives of our students. Leea has been at Heartspring more than eight years, beginning her career in a direct care position. [View or apply for available positions online]

Heartspring’s vision is to change, transform, and revolutionize how children with special needs receive education and therapy. Our aim is to provide every child with a chance for greater independence, here at home, across the country, and around the world.

Gary W. Singleton, Ph.D.
Heartspring President and CEO