June 7, 2018
Thank you Festa Italiana and Who is Ready for Summer?!! Festa was fun, with a great turn out and Nevins certainly shined bright with its musical performances, live art demonstration and of course our wonderful participants. We owe a BIG THANK YOU to Vincent and Sandra Voci ,the Saint Anthony Foundation Board, the entire Festa committee, all the volunteers (helpers, chefs, performers, etc) and all the wonderful guests who, for a few hours, made our mission their cause. THANK YOU! We have lots of great stuff in this months issue including an explanation of some of the services we provide, photos of just some of the fun we had in May, updates on our new security systems and of course our employee of the month, congrats Danielle Craig! For Details download here
May 4, 2018
Spring weather is finally here! That must mean it’s time for Festa Italiana, when the best Italian festival comes to the Gateway Village in Uptown Charlotte on May 20th. Celebrating all things Italian and benefiting Nevins! Check out the event and get your tickets HERE! https://festaitalianacharlotte.org/ After a cold winter, and rainy start to the spring, I know our staff and individuals look forward to getting outdoors. Some of our folks should enjoy the new garden and raised garden beds that have been recently installed. Thank you to our volunteers that came out on April 14th. to work on this special project. Another successful Spring Fling is behind us. Thank you to all the staff and families that came out to enjoy a day of music, awards, and burgers and hot dogs, compliments of the Nevins Board of Directors. Congratulations to Delores Miller who was presented with the 2017 Melanie […]
April 25, 2018
We are sorry to report that due to inclement weather that Team Nevins will be unable to participate in the Special Olympic Spring Games on 4-26-18. Our Olympians will stay warm and dry and begin training for the next games!
April 9, 2018
April 2018 Nevins Newsletter! March was Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Nevins had the opportunity to celebrate and showcase our commitment to providing quality services and educating others on the opportunities that Nevins has to offer. Nevins attended the Metro School and East Mecklenburg Transitional Fairs, and these two events offered options for families and the support they need for post-secondary success for students needing ongoing services. We look forward to connecting with the families again in the future! Our 2nd Annual Chili-Cook off was a huge success! Thank you to everyone that came out to support Nevins, and thank you to our Nevins team, Rudy, Gail and Delores for a near perfection chili they prepared. $1,300 was raised, and this will help fund our 1st. Annual beach trip to Myrtle Beach for our staff and individuals that Nevins supports on May 4-6. Download the whole Newsletter here!
March 8, 2018
Some great stuff is happening this month! The Chili Cookoff on March 10th at Resident Culture Brewing and the Nevins Yard Sale on March 24th 8am to noon. But the real great stuff is what is happening everyday here at Nevins! Keep up by reading our Newsletter! Download it here
February 8, 2018
Great events are fast approaching! Our 2nd. Annual Chili Cook-Off is on the calendar for Saturday, March 10th, at Resident Culture Brewing. Spring Fling is April 21st. and Festa Italiana is May 20th. Please check our Facebook page, and our NEW WEBSITE for more information. The 2017 Annual Surveys have been distributed to families and staff. Please take the time to give us your feedback and input. February 2018 Newsletter
January 2, 2018
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season, and that the spirit of the New Year is with all of us! I look forward to celebrating 2018 with everyone, and I look forward to more growth and improvement of our services. With that being said, we will be sending out our survey in the near future, please be looking out for it. Also, with considerable interest, we will be adding an additional day to our Art Therapy Program in the month of January. We have many ideas that we are discussing to continue helping our individuals lead a fulfilling life.. Stay tuned! We had another milestone in December. Christine White has retired after 20+ years with Nevins. Chris started out as a CPCC instructor here at the Nevins Center 18 years ago, but up to recently was instructing an Enrichment Class on Fridays. Chris will finish out […]
December 25, 2017
Happy Holidays! This is the time of year I especially look forward to being here at Nevins! Every day is a celebration, but as the holidays approach it always brings a smile to my face seeing the excitement and joy come out of everyone. I think highlighting our current employment and opportunities that Nevins has established is appropriate for me to bring to everyone’s attention. Over the past year our Supported Employment Program has had significant growth. Jonathan Martin and his staff have worked very hard finding successful employment in the community for our individuals we serve . . . For More Download the whole newsletter here!
November 25, 2017
The flu season is starting and will last through the fall and winter. More than one kind of flu virus will be spreading this season, including seasonal flu and the 2009 H1N1 flu. If you get the flu, you can get sick and can spread the flu to others at home, at work and in the community. If you don’t feel well, please stay home. It is important to remember to cover your coughs and sneezes and wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand cleaner if soap and water are not available. Please educate the individuals we serve to do the same. Download the November Newsletter here!