Ben Hill Preschool celebrates Black History Month with notable reading from the community. Pictured above: Brittany T. Young and Picture below: Janice Lawson. Other volunteered readers from The Jessamine Place, not pictured, included: Shirley B. Brook – Executive Director, Constance Manley – Accountant & SE Manager, Sandra Sheppard – HR Manager, Crystal McCranie – CA Manager, Miranda Melton – CA Manager, Carletha Ford – HHP Monitor.
In honor of Black History Month, on February 27, a group was able to enjoy a trip to the Center for Civil and Human Rights. This trip a great learning experience and was enjoyed by all.
Thanks to The Coca-Cola Foundation admission was free January 28 – February 28, 2019.
February is the month of love. This February, People First, gathered supplies and donations to make beautiful gifts baskets. The baskets were created by People First members and supporters and were given to residents of the local nursing homes to boost morale. People First wanted residents to know that they are loved and cared for regardless of their placement.
This is also a great time to join. People First is an advocacy group for individuals with all types of disabilities. They advocate for better services, to raise awareness, and to change laws at the local and state level.
Meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of every month and TJP Educational Center. Dues are $2 a month or $24 a year.
Marian Jay Curry, who is a friend of The Jessamine Place and Rotary member, shared a presentation of her experience in Uganda, Africa.
Robert attended the “Night To Shine” event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, where is was crowned king! Robert shared this great evening with his niece and nephew.
Rae Ginna received her new iPod Touch from Tools For Life to aid in her communication style.
On Monday, February 4, Mattel announced that its Barbie Fashionistas line will come out with two dolls with disabilities in June of 2019. In addition, there will dolls with braided hair texture and more realistic body type. Also, there will be Barbies in a wheelchair and with a removable prosthetic leg.
Mattel representative stated, “Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is a critical component of our design process and we are proud that today’s kids will know a different image and experience of the brand.”
For more information: https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2019/02/12/barbie-dolls-disabilities/26025/
We Appreciate You, Thank You For All The Work You Do.
In honor of Black History Month, Willie was assisted with a much needed update to the bulletin board. Willie and his staff, Katina Hall, used printouts of important facts and key figures to educate others on important accomplishments. Please take time out today to see the impact of those features. This bulletin board is located downstairs, coming into the back door.
