April 2018
World Autism Awareness Day
December 2007, the United Nations General Assembly declared April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD), encouraging measures to raise awareness about autism and early diagnosis and early intervention. Deep concern at the prevalence and high rate of autism in children in all regions of the world and the consequent developmental challenges was expressed. WAAD calls attention to autism as a growing global health issue, increases/develops world knowledge of children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, and celebrates the unique…
Find out more »June 2018
Superhero 5K
2018 Superhero 5K Results! Calling all Superheroes! Today, 1 in 68 kids is diagnosed with autism. Everyone can be a hero for young kids with disabilities. Join Woodfords for a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk. USATF-certified course. Prizes for top finishers and costumes. Busy that day, Pledge a Preschool! Proceeds from the event will benefit Woodfords’ three therapeutic preschools located in Pineland, Waterville and Westbrook. FMI or to register or pledge visit https://runsignup.com/race/me/brunswick/woodfordssuperhero5k Saturday, June 2, 2018 United Lodge No. 8…
Find out more »July 2018
Christmas in July
It is not too early to sign up to be a Secret Santa to a consumer, foster child or family in need. FMI about ways to get involved in holiday giving—hosting a giving tree, “adopting” a consumer or family, donating warm winter gear or providing a holiday dinner giving basket, contact Cathy McGuckin, Development Associate, cmcguckin@woodfords.org or (207) 878-9663, x 4109.
Find out more »Woodfords Family Fun Day
Consumers, consumer families, Woodfords employees and employee families are invited to a picnic at the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray. This free event will be held rain or shine on Saturday, July 28, 2018. Invitations will go out in mid-June with more information.
Find out more »September 2018
Pathways to Transition: Special Needs Trusts and Estate Planning
A workshop series for parents and professionals supporting youth with special needs as they transition to adulthood. FREE workshop but advance registration is requested. The topic for this workshop is Special Needs Trusts & Estate Planning. The program will cover: Who needs a Special Needs Trust? What are the benefits? What is involved in creating and managing a Special Needs Trust? Why it is different from other legal documents? How funds from Special Needs Trust can be used. Do I…
Find out more »2018 Auction Gala
Your Destination for September 22, 2018 is Woodfords' annual Auction Gala. Head to the Marriott at Sable Oaks, 200 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland at 6 p.m. The Auction Gala includes a Cocktail Hour, Live Music, a Wall of Wine Raffle, Dinner and Silent and Live Auctions. Tickets are $65 per person, $100 for a Host Sponsor or $500 for a table of 8. To purchase, please visit our Auction Ticket Purchase Page. Thank you to our sponsors: Platinum Sponsor: Clark…
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