Evan loves rewriting the lyrics to his favorite songs, both as a creative tool and a way to express what he’s feeling. That’s one of the primary goals of Music Therapy. Songwriting also helps Evan cope with life’s changes, while looking forward to the positive things the future holds. Because he’s been practicing songwriting in … Read More »
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Working on Stress Management
During the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home order, Kelsey and Behavior Consultant Lindsay Buck had to get creative if they were going to continue working together. That’s when they started meeting up virtually twice a week through video chats. Like so many of us, Kelsey was finding the social isolation difficult to navigate so they have focused their time … Read More »
Learning The Ropes
Being the new guy can be hard, unless you’ve just landed a new job. Dylan is now working through our Noble Employment and Workforce Services (N.E.W.S.) at the Indiana State Library. Monday through Friday, the crew kicks off their day at 6 am, making their way through the various floors of the building before many … Read More »
ABLE Accounts and the COVID-19 Stimulus Payment
From the Indiana ABLE Authority and the Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities: Recently, the U.S. government provided a $1,200 stimulus payment to individuals throughout the country as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people may have already received their stimulus payments. You may spend the money on whatever you would like. However, people … Read More »
COVID-19 Roadmap for Reopening Services
Dear families and caregivers, I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones doing well and staying healthy. It has been a trying time for all of us, and while it is certainly not over yet, I know that we will all emerge from this stronger as a community. I wanted to take this … Read More »
This Is The Best Thing Ever!
It’s the best thing ever! Twice a week, two-year-old Liam “plays” on the computer with his Noble/Kids Only therapists through First Steps early intervention. Developmental Therapist Kacey Eickhoff and Occupational Therapist Michaela Wadsworth coordinate their efforts with Liam to maximize the impact of both therapies. Remote early intervention therapies (provided through telehealth) ensure that everyone … Read More »
Noble Needs You This #GivingTuesdayNow
It’s finally here: #GivingTuesdayNow. This global day of giving and unity is taking place today, May 5, 2020, as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. For you, it’s an opportunity to ensure that the 3,400+ kids and adults with disabilities we serve each year continue to #DreamItLiveIt all year long. No gift … Read More »
Maintaining a (Social) Distance at Work
It’s been a great week for six individuals in Employment Services as they’ve returned to work. Masks (sewn and donated by talented volunteers), temperature checks at the door and plenty of social distance between each other kick off our day. However, they are just a small price to pay in order to get out of … Read More »
Latest (Noble) Fashion Craze
The latest fashion craze to hit the runway: #COVID-19 face masks that protect (although not quite N95 level) while making a statement. Diane Gann has been with Noble for over 32 years, holding a number of positions along the way. When she’s not helping people with disabilities live their best lives, a favorite hobby is sewing. Each year, … Read More »
Finding Moments of Zen in the Garden
Gardening can be extremely therapeutic, as Sarah discovered when she and her two Community Living housemates spent a sunny afternoon enjoying a picnic lunch before planting a few flowers, herbs and vegetables in our Giving Sum Garden. Paved paths and raised planting beds accommodate wheelchairs, while lots of space allow plenty of social distancing. Despite COVID-19, Noble … Read More »
