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Aspire of WNY Celebrates B.R.I.D.G.E.S Program Graduation Ceremonies
Tassels were turned on November 14th and 15th, as Aspire of WNY held graduation ceremonies to help recognize the graduates of the B.R.I.D.G.E.S. 1.0 and 2.0 programs at the agency’s Training Academy. B.R.I.D.G.E.S. (Bridging Relationships, Integration, Dreams, Goals,...
Implicit Bias Workshops at Aspire of WNY
One of many steps taken to help create a more inclusive and accepting work environment here at Aspire of WNY is the new implicit bias workshops that are being offered to employees throughout the agency. These workshops aim to help employees be able to identify and...
Twirls and Tuxedos: Dancing the Day Away at Aspire of WNY’s Prom
Individuals at Aspire of WNY's 7 Community Drive location dressed to the nines to dance the day away at Prom on September 29th, 2023. The event involved colorful lights, fun decorations, fancy attire, and a DJ. Guests were able to take pictures in front of a prom...
A BOO-tiful Halloween with Individuals and Staff at Aspire of WNY!
At Aspire of WNY, we love to see the individuals we support and our amazing staff members go all out for holidays like Halloween! This year, Aspire of WNY had door decorating contests, costume reveals, and plenty of SPOOKY snacks to share. Please enjoy some of our...
In Memoriam of David Echevarria
Recently, Aspire of WNY was heartbroken to learn of the passing of one of the individuals that we have been honored to support, David Echevarria. The team at Aspire of WNY, along with David's family, have put together this page to honor the memory of David and...
Art, Wine, and Good Times at the 2023 Art & Wine Celebration for Aspiring Artists!
Art, wine, and good times were had at Kleinhans’ Music Hall in Buffalo for Aspire of WNY’s annual Art and Wine fundraiser event on Friday, September 8th. The community came together to recognize the talents of several artists who participate in our iXpress Art...
Aspire of WNY Attends Thirty Fifth Annual “DDDay”
Aspire of WNY is proud to have recently attended the thirty-fifth annual Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day ("DDDay") at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. This was the first time the conference had been held in person since 2019, making this an extra exciting...
Aspire of WNY Announces the Addition of Demetrius Brooks as Vice President of Residential Service
To improve and innovate residential programming, Aspire of WNY has appointed Demetrius Brooks as Vice President of Residential Opportunities, effective June 26, 2023. In this role, Demetrius will oversee Aspire of WNY’s residential services division, developing and...
Aspire of WNY Hosts Annual Art on the Lake Event at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel on July 13, 2023
JULY 10, 2023, LAKEWOOD, NY | Aspire of WNY is proud and excited to host Art on the Lake, an event featuring artists’ works from Aspire of WNY’s iXpress program. iXpress is an art program for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Art on...
Aspire of WNY 2022 IMPACT Report
At Aspire of WNY, we live by creating and lead by innovating. Walk into any of our homes. Attend any of our events. Speak to our employees. Work with the individuals we support. Participate in our programs. In every moment, in every way, our agency seeks out...
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