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The Association for persons with Intellectual Disabilities, or AID, formerly known as The Cape Girardeau County Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc., (ARC), is a local organization dedicated to the welfare of developmentally disabled individuals of all ages. It was established in 1958 as a non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian organization, by a small group of interested people who wanted and needed programs for all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Prader-Willi Syndrome Seminar
Come and hear Dr. Barbara Whitman, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics at St. Louis University School of Medicine and a widely respected expert on Prader-Willi Syndrome as she leads a seminar on the history of PWS and medical and behavioral interventions unique to this syndrome.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 25th at AT Still University in Kirksville, Missouri, from 9am to 12pm in the Mehegan classroom. Read the Full Story
Come and hear Dr. Barbara Whitman, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics at St. Louis University School of Medicine and a widely respected expert on Prader-Willi Syndrome as she leads a seminar on the history of PWS and medical and behavioral interventions unique to this syndrome.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 25th at AT Still University in Kirksville, Missouri, from 9am to 12pm in the Mehegan classroom. Read the Full Story
Let's Get Cooking!
Crystal looks forward to being able to help at in-house events at VIP Industries and is proud to say that she has already participated in preparations. Completing the cooking class is a pre-requisite for assisting at the monthly events. From preparing the meals to setting the tables, Crystal is excited about helping and volunteers at every opportunity. Classmate Beth echoed Crystal’s enthusiasm, adding that she helped make the chili for the Halloween party held in October. Beth feels more a part of an event when she is able to help with the “behind the scenes” details, she said. Read the Full Story
Crystal looks forward to being able to help at in-house events at VIP Industries and is proud to say that she has already participated in preparations. Completing the cooking class is a pre-requisite for assisting at the monthly events. From preparing the meals to setting the tables, Crystal is excited about helping and volunteers at every opportunity. Classmate Beth echoed Crystal’s enthusiasm, adding that she helped make the chili for the Halloween party held in October. Beth feels more a part of an event when she is able to help with the “behind the scenes” details, she said. Read the Full Story
Outdoor Adventures
Venturing into the great outdoors several times this year, some individuals with developmental disabilities were able to experience the joy of camping from campfires to swimming to learning about various aspects of nature.
The camping trips were taken by participants of the Outdoor Adventures Program, which is sponsored by the Association for persons with Intellectual Disabilities (AID), in conjunction with VIP. Some trips were to Lake Wappapello State Park while others were to Arrowhead Campgrounds in Glen Allen.
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Project Stage Light
“To be a star you must shine your own light, follow your own path; don’t worry about the darkness, that is when the stars shine brightest.”
Project Stage Light is a cultural arts program sponsored by the Association for persons with Intellectual Disabilities (AID). This program was created to provide cultural art opportunities for children and adults with special needs. The name of the project evolved as its' organizers witnessed how the artistic process transformed the performers and revealed their hidden talents.
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February 23, 2012
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