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Volume 3 Issue 2

Good News InitiativeThe

Michael Carpenter, a member of The Westwood Knights of Columbus St. Thomas Moore Council #2188, who is also a Spectrum for Living Parent and Board Trustee. Mr. Carpenter presented us with a generous donation from the Knights, the proceeds of

which were raised through a Knights of Columbus Poker night as well as a Canning Campaign, where Knights asked for donations from motorists and store customers throughout Westwood, where permitted. The donation will be used to support Spectrum for Living programming to enhance the quality of life of its many adult clients with intellectual and developmental

disabilities.

(Pictured, from left to right, are Michael Carpenter and Christopher Perry, President & CEO of Spectrum for Living)

Inside this Issue:

Spectrum’s Golf Classic ................................................................2

Spectrum’s Family 5K & Doggie Dash .....................................3

A Celebration of Endless Possiblities ......................................4

Spectrum’s Masquerade Ball ......................................................6

Spectrum’s Boardwalk ..................................................................7

Spectrum’s Flea Market ................................................................8

Staff News .........................................................................................9Alex Awards ...................................................................................10Profiles & Compassion ...............................................................12Upcoming Events ........................................................................13

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On August 12th, 2019, Spectrum for Living held its 15th Annual Golf Classic at the Alpine Country Club in Demarest, New Jersey. Our patrons enjoyed a beautiful day, filled with good golf and good company. We are most

thankful to all of our event sponsors who helped make the day such a great success. The event raised nearly $80,000, and the proceeds will directly enhance the services and supportive housing that

Spectrum for Living provides to adults living with developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout the state of New Jersey.

SPECTRUM’S 15th ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC

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We are pleased to share some photos from Spectrum for Living’s Annual Family 5K & Doggie Dash, which was held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. Everyone in attendance enjoyed a beautiful day with their families and friends. We are most thankful to our sponsors and volunteers who

came out to help make the event a great success. We hope to see you all again in 2020!For more pictures please see the album: Spectrum for Living’s Family 5K & Doggie Dash 2019

SPECTRUM’S ANNUAL FAMILY 5K & DOGGIE DASH

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Spectrum for Living hosted “A Celebration of Endless Possibilities” dinner gala at The Meadow Wood in Randolph, New Jersey. Honoring John F. Crowley, Chairman & CEO of Amicus Therapeutics, and Christine A.

LaRocca, Esq., Chair of Spectrum for Living Development, Inc., the gala featured a casino, cocktails, and a buffet-style dinner.

The event raised over $100,000, and the proceeds will directly benefit the services and supportive housing that Spectrum for Living provides to adults living with developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout the state of New Jersey. Spectrum for Living thanks Royal Flush event sponsors Jingoli Construction & DCO Energy and Spectrum for Living Endowment for their many years of support and thanks all event supporters

and everyone who attended in support of our Mission.

SPECTRUM FOR LIVING’S 2019 DINNER GALA:“A CELEBRATION OF ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES”

Pictured from left to right are Spectrum for Living Trustees Paul Blaustein, Roseanne Psomas, Steven W. Torrico, Maureen Pallatta, Christine A. LaRocca, Frank Fiore, Marty Semar,

Donna Cannillo & Randy Csik

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6For more photos or info, please visit www.facebook.com/spectrumforliving.

SPECTRUM’S MASQUERADE BALL

On June 19th, 2019, Spectrum for Living hosted its first ever Masquerade Ball for residential clients at The Rockleigh. With the help of Spectrum’s Sibling Group, we were happy to put together a night to remember. From start to finish, the evening was filled with dancing, mask-wearing fun, food and great company. Prior to the ball, all residential clients were invited to a Masquerade shopping attire event - free of charge. All dresses, suits, shoes, ties, and jewelry were generously donated by family and community members. We hope all who were in attendance

had a special night and we can’t wait for next year!

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On August 2nd, 2019 Spectrum held its Second Annual Boardwalk Event at the Closter ICF. The event was a great success and everyone had a blast. Residents received a full boardwalk

experience including games, food, cartoon drawing, face painting, music, and even a dunk tank. We are thankful to all Staff, Volunteers and Board members in attendance of their support.

For more photos or info, please visit www.facebook.com/spectrumforliving.

SPECTRUM’S BOARDWALK CARNIVAL

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On August 21st, 2019, Spectrum for Living’s annual Client Flea Market returned and saw more than 110 Adult Training Center and Residential Program clients throughout the day. Each participant received “Spectrum Dollars” and they were able to shop and learn important money managing tips along the way. Everyone had a blast and

went home with a big smile on their face! Thank you to the Sibling Group for sponsoring this great event and everyone who donated to help make our

market a success once again!

SPECTRUM’S FLEA MARKET

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We are pleased to announce the following Spectrum for Living employee new hires and promotions:NEW HIRES:Nigeria Albert - Group Home Counselor - Highwood GHZainab Ali - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFMarie Augustin – Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFSherlyne Bazile - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFShalissa Burgess – Group Home Counselor - Westwood GH-subAlexandrine Clerville – Group Home Counselor - Norwood GH Samirah Chislum - Group Home Counselor - Wayne GHKatia Gabriel Elmera - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFReynalda Esteus - Supervised Apartment Counselor - Closter Apts. Kristina Garcia - Program Director - Closter ApartmentsFrantzcia Gabriel – Group Home Counselor - Northvale GH Kalliope Gallucci – Group Home Counselor - Haworth GHMyrika Harding - Edison Condo Counselor - Edison CondosUzome Ike - Activity Therapist Assistant - Edison ATC Fagnol Jean - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFGaetchens LaFleur – SUB - Rockleigh AptsMarie Laguerre - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICF Kemberly Lysius - Receptionist/Driver - Carver ATCClement Lyamu – ECS - Edison CondosJean Merisma - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFAngele Merisma - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICFSabina McKay - Activity Therapist Assistant - Teaneck ATCAnthony Marroccoli – Maintenance Tech - Closter ICF Tamiko Miles – Group Home Counselor - Guttenberg GH Busola Oladele - Activity Therapist Assistant - Edison ATCJessica Palencia – Chief Human Resources Officer - River Vale Corporate Office Briana Philiips - Supervised Apartment Counselor - Closter ApartmentsNicole Patterson - Behavior Specialist - North Haledon ATC Talikwa Robinson - Activity Therapist Assistant - Carver ATC Dana Scott - Activity Therapist Assistant - Edison ATCMasood Rizvi – Budget and Revenue Analyst - RVCO Timothy Sabbagh - Marketing Associate - RVCODinelta Shields – ECC - Edisn Condos Laura Stroud - Development Manager - River Vale Corporate OfficeOlubukola Olayiwola-Smith – Group Home Counselor - Westwood GHLesly Thermidor - Supervised Apartment Counselor - Closter Apts.Carine Thermidor - Direct Care Counselor - Closter ICF Dahiana Torres - Accountant - River Vale Corporate OfficeTameka Turner – Residential Coordinator - Hillsdale GHAju Varghese – RN - Closter ICF-PD Ivory Whitaker - Behavior Specialist - North Haledon ATCShontae White - Activity Therapist Assistant - Teaneck ATCMonisha Williams - Group Home Counselor - Westwood GH PROMOTIONS:Domingo Angeles - Psych Aide to Activity Therapist - Ringwood ATC Erin Dolphin – ATA to RN - Closter ICF Pierre Fenelon – SAC to Food Handler - Ringwood Apts Joan Garcia – Assistant Director of Human Resources to Director of Human Resources at River Vale Corporate Ooffice Diana Mangan – Group Home Counselor to Group Home Supervisor - Norwood GH Dashon McCall – Security Guard to Transportation Tech - Closter ICFZakiya McRae - ATA to Psych Aide - Carver ATCMildred Medina – ATA to AT - Edison ATCMetsy Neil - Group Home Counselor to Group Home Supervisor - Paramus GH Sean Tillman - Group Home Counselor to Group Home Supervisor - Westwood GH Bridgette Vasquez - ATA to AT - Westwood ATC Victoria Thomas – Group Home Counselor to Group Home Supervisor - Highwood GH

STAFF NEWS

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We are pleased to share the names of employees who won an Alex Award during the months of May through September. Named in honor of Spectrum for Living Founding parent Alexander Gallione, The Alex Award recognizes Spectrum employees who go above and beyond in service to our clients. Each month, a select group of employees are chosen to receive an Alex Award. Current Spectrum employees, clients and family members may nominate a Spectrum employee by visiting our internet website homepage. Click on the Alex Awards Link at www.spectrumforliving.org to submit a nomination.

PLATINUM:MARIE BUTLERLALITA SACHDEVMICHELLE SIGUENZA

GOLD:JOSEPHINE AMBROCIOBENITA BOUTINMARIE BUTLERWILSON EXCELUSDIANA MANGANVIVIAN MILLERJEAN NICOLASVELMAH MUNAYI-SMITH

SILVER:RHONDA ANTHONYMARC ARTHUR ANTOINEALAN BARLANJOSEPH BISCHERLINNETTE BURRELLBRUCE BLOCKLESLIE CASTROWILMANN CHANCYJERRY JEAN CHARLESDONNA DOLPHINVINNETTA DOUGLASCHRISTINE DRAGHICLIVE FACEYGERARD FRANCOISPIERRE FENELONCLAUDIA GOICOCHEAKIARA GIBSONROBERTA GILLESPIELATRICE GORDONCARA HARVEYAKKEEM HARRISONCHERYL HENSLEELIZABETH HOPPEBOBBETTA JOHNSONPIERRE RICHARD JOSEPHSUSAN KERRIGANNASHEEMA LEAKDURESTE LOUISSAINT

PATRICK SAINT LOUISDINA MAIGNANCHRISTINE MAISONNEUVERHONDA MANGANGAYLE MATTHEWSSHEEREEN MORACAMARIE NICOLASLILLIAN NIEVESKRISTEN PAONEROSEMONDE JEAN PAULJEAN JOSEPH PHILIPPEAUCONSTANTINE ROCHESTERYOLANDA ROZIEREARL RUSSELLREEM SALEMGALE SARACINELLONATASHA SHARPEMARIA SUAREZMITCHELL THOMPSONMICHELE TOLLEFSONSAMANTHA VOLKTIMOTHY WANGOYALISA WEBB

BRONZE:BRUNETTE ALEXANDERMILLIE ANDREWSEBONY ADGERMARIO ARMANDYAMILEY ARMANDMARION BARRETTGARRY BREITHAUPTMIKO DIGIACOMO-CASTILLOMARGARET COLEMANMARIE COMPERESTEPHANIE CUNNINGHAMJUNE DICKSONTIMOTHY DILLONBERTHONY DORISCAMARIE ST. LOUIS DORCEALEXANDRA DROUILLARDSUNYA GARVINMARIA GAVIRIAJAMES GEDEUS

MICHAEL GRUBERKYLE (STEPHAN) HARVEYKATIE HENNESSYAMINATA ISRAELCHARLES ITHAUKALICIA MCCALLSABINA MCKAYMONIQUE MCKINNEYMILDRED MEDINADIANA NIMMO MERIDAANGELE MERISMAIMANI MONTIQUEROSE MWOLOLOTANYA NORMANDANIELLE NYENAPOCALVINS ODHIAMBOSUSAN ORIWALOUISETTE OSCARMARIE PAGANJACOB JEAN-PAULNALASIA PETERSONRONY CHARLES PIERREJOSEPH PHILLIPSJEAN JOSEPH PHILIPPEAUGEORGETTE PUNTASECCAHYACINTH QUIBILANRAINER RABINOMAXINE REIDTANASH REIDYOLANDA ROZIERSTEPHANIE SAJIMELISSA SEDITAJEAN SINGLETONPAULETTE SPEARMANLAMIKA TAYLORSEAN TILLMANARLENE THOMPSONVICTORIA THOMASDAHIANA TORRESTWANDA WATSON MONISHA WILLIAMSIVORY WHITAKER

ALEX AWARDS

CONGRATULATIONS!

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PROFILES IN COMPASSION

What is your name? Lalita Sachdev

What is your position at Spectrum for Living? Counselor/Supervisor for the Closter Apartments

How many years have you been working at Spectrum for Living? 11 Years

How does it feel to be the first platinum Alex Award Winner at Spectrum? Winning this award makes me so happy! It made me most happy seeing Mr. Chris Perry [Spectrum’s President & CEO] come give me the award each time; he gave me all four awards. Watching the CEO hand you any award gives me a happy feeling.

How does this recognition make you feel? It makes me feel great. It is always a great feeling working in a place you can receive so much love.

What is it you most enjoy about working at Spectrum for Living? THE CLIENTS. Everything that I do is for the clients and my co-workers too.

If you could have dinner with one person (famous or not), who would it be and why? I would choose my sister, or somebody I loved in my family. I enjoy spending time with the family I have with me.

Spectrum for Living would like to congratulate its first ever Platinum Alex Award Winner:

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Anniversary Luncheon at Rockleigh Country Club - 11/13/19

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Santa’s Workshop - 12/11/19

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