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Blossoming Partnerships: Cummins Engine Volunteers Help Transform Aspire of WNY’s Beautiful Blooms Garden!
On Friday, August 16th, volunteers from Cummins Engine joined participants and staff at Aspire of WNY’s Group Day Habilitation Program at Mall Boulevard in the Southern Tier for some gardening fun! Our agency was honored to accept a grant from Cummins Engine to...
Community Partner Spotlight: Parkview Health Services!
Meet Parkview Health Services, a sponsor and community partner of Aspire of WNY. Parkview has helped to support the access and adherence of behavioral health medications across WNY for over 35 years and has worked alongside Aspire of WNY for over 20, describing...
20+ Years of Making an IMPACT: Aspire of WNY Celebrates Mark Mesi!
Aspire of WNY is proud to congratulate Mark Mesi as he embarks on a new chapter: Retirement! Throughout Mark’s time with our agency, he has served in various roles including Team Coordinator, Service Coordinator, and most notably, as Adaptive Projects Specialist...
Pens, Pencils, and Potential: Aspire of WNY Participates in the Equipping for Success School Supply Drive!
Pens, pencils, and potential galore! As students begin gearing up for the new school year ahead, Aspire of WNY is proud to announce its 3rd year of participation in the Equipping for Success School Supply Drive, hosted by Agents for Advocacy! Agents for Advocacy, a...
The Art of Advocacy: Making an IMPACT One Wristband at a Time!
(from left to right) Joyce, Max, and Craig. Meet...
Spotlight Amanda Marlinski: Creating Art and Empowering Individuals at Aspire of WNY
Aspire of WNY art facilitator Amanda Marlinski is a shining example of dedication in the art field. Her journey, which began over 17 years ago with a bachelor’s in art and a minor in art therapy, has led her to the iXpress program at Aspire of WNY. Here, she serves as...
Spreading Hope: Aspire of WNY’s SVLE-Erie Teams Up for 8 Days of Making an IMPACT!
This past week, individuals supported by the Supported Volunteering and Lifestyle Enrichment (SVLE) program at Aspire of WNY had the opportunity to volunteer with Eight Days of Hope. This national organization serves communities through mass feeding, disaster...
Community Connections Spotlight: Explore & More!
The Community Connections Committee works to guarantee that individuals supported by our agency have secure, welcoming access to places where they can live, work, and play. The Community Connections Committee at Aspire of WNY has recently selected the Explore &...
Spotlight on Sean: Guitar Extraordinaire and Aspiring Rock Star
Sean, an individual who receives services from Aspire of WNY, is well known around the agency for his extraordinary talent for playing the guitar. This talent has not only brought him joy but also has helped to boost his self-confidence and realize his full potential....
Aspire of WNY Attends the Disability Pride Festival at Canalside!
Festive tattoos, delicious food, and live performances set the stage for a wonderful afternoon as staff and individuals supported by Aspire of WNY celebrate National Disability Independence Day at the Disability Pride Festival at Canalside in Buffalo, for the second...
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Megan Rechin
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