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Bryn Mawr Peer Support Groups

7/3 12:30-2:30pm Career Readiness: “A Ball About Me”

7/10 12:30-2:30pm KCTC Giving Day at Christ Lutheran Church (see flyer)

7/17 12:30-2:30pm Social Skills: High School Musical Singalong!

7/17 Evening Activity 6:30-8:00pm Social Skills: Tye-Dye and Ice Cream

7/24 12:30-2:30pm Philadelphia ZOO Trip (see flyer)

7/31 12:30-2:30pm Independent Living: Taco Tuesday Cooking Class

7/31 Evening Group 6:30-8:00pm Self Esteem: Positive Self Talk Flower

Location: Bethel AME Church: 50 S. Merion Ave., Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

(Except 7/3 – Rain Date for Giving Day is 7/10)

Allentown Peer Support Group – Every 3rd

Friday!

7/20 1:00-3:00pm Social Skills: “A Ball About Me”

2200 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, PA 18104 Basement Level

Questions or RSVP to pfrebowitz@kfamilysolutions.org

We wanted to share this letter from Alpine High School with you. Below are

some pictures of us making the cards. This was an exceptional experience for us.

It is with a big heart and gratitude that our families here at Alpine ISD thank

you for this beautiful gesture. It was one of those heartwarming surprises when

I opened up your mail and found the beautiful and caring cards you and your

student's created for us. What happened at our campus has forever changed

many lives out here and it is because of the care we have received, and continue

to receive that we have been able to move forward and get stronger. Thank you

for your thoughts and prayers, and please know that you too will forever be in

our thoughts and prayers as well.

Sincerely and with tremendous amounts of gratitude,

Sandra Alvidrez and all of our Alpine High Staff

Parent Support Group in Chester County

Wednesday, July 18th

7:00pm– 8:30pm

“Learning What OVR Has to Offer”

Presenting Angelica Webster, MSW, LSW from the Office of Vocational

Rehabilitation to discuss the current programs available for supported

employment as well as the application and referral process. We will also

explore the transition procedures and how your child can utilize OVR’s

services as both a student and an adult. Refreshments Served.

This workshop is free and open to the community at:

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions

495 Highlands Blvd., Suite 106

Coatesville, PA 19320

Questions and/or RSVP to pfrebowitz@kfamilysolutions.org

Bryn Mawr Parent Support Groups will resume in September.

Message from Dr. TaraColleen Macatee:

We are living summer! It’s so much fun to see all of

the Kaleidoscope events and activities in action. I

love to watch our individuals enjoying their lives

exactly as they should with freedom, independence,

comradery and fun. It was with purpose that we

named our July Vision Statement “Opportunity to

Form Supportive Relationships.” During the

summer months, we are able to encourage this

vision more than ever. It certainly shows in all of the

photos, videos and even testimonials of fun that we

receive on a daily basis. Of course, it’s not about fun

all of the time. Being an adult takes commitment

and empathy for others; we have to show

responsibility in our lives. For example, a few

months ago, one of our groups made cards for US

soldiers in Africa. Next, another group made cards

of support to send to the families of the Texas

school shooting. Both groups shared how moved

they were by our kindness; our responsibility to be

full members of a large community that reaches

beyond our small worlds. We are forming

relationships, among ourselves, our communities

and our worlds. And the best part, we are enjoying

the journey – making this summer count! I am

sending you an invitation to make your summer

count and would be honored to hear back from you.

Enjoy this beautiful time of year.

With warmth and sunny days,

Dr. TaraColleen Macatee

Making the cards for

Alpine High School!

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A great picnic at Pine Grove Furnace State Park!

Congratulations Are in Order …

Nico mowed the lawn at his house for Father’s Day!

Kyle applied for a job in person at First Watch, they did not have

an open position, but the owner is working on making a position

for him as a dishwasher or something similar.

Gabe is moving to a new home in Lancaster. He helped his family

pack and prepare for the move. They couldn’t have done it without

him! He will be greatly missed at peer group each week!

Weronika, Edward, Lizzie and Eric went to PSU State

Championships for Special Olympics!

Lizzie is competing in the Special Olympic USA Summer Games

in Seattle Washington. Her whole family is coming to watch her

compete, even her brother from California!

Ivy got a new job at the YMCA!

Chris is teaching a hip hop class at his high school!

Eric is moving into a group home! We wish him the best of luck!

Congratulations to our high school graduates:

Andrew, Sierra, Muma, Torren, Olivia and Jessica!

Kaleidoscope Lancaster represents at

the sidewalk chalk event in Ephrata.

Making a colorful difference!

Great job Nico!

The Kaleidoscope Colors the Community team has been

avidly working on improving their retail experience as well as

their organization and teamwork skills with the over 50 bags

of clothing donated to our project. Now it’s time for the

philanthropic aspect that we love the most! Next Tuesday, we

will give it all away for free to our community!

Allentown Field Day Fun!

Rebecca and Jaimelyn

are all smiles at

Eastland Alpaca Farms!

Best friends!

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Mission Monday is our space to thank providers who continue

to go above and beyond when servicing KFS individuals.

Please help us salute our monthly winners!

Western, PA:

Cara Surrena is determined and encouraging with the individuals

she supports. She consistently targets goals and motivates!

Northeastern, PA:

Nick Croft for his compassion and enthusiasm! When Nick works

with his individuals, you can see he truly cares about the impact he

has on their goals and lives in general.

Central, PA:

Andrew Darkes does hands down a great job with all the

individuals that he works with. He is able to juggle all the

schedules that he has and dedicates time to each one of his

individuals. He does a great job of taking the individuals to

community events, working on their goals and overall enjoying the

day they have together!

Eastern, PA:

Tony Benson for his dedication and support for Kyle! He has

helped Kyle establish a workout routine and volunteer job. In

addition, Tony is always trying to promote and support KFS!

A little swimming

…

A game of cards …

Someone got buried in the sand before this photo …

All the way from

Lancaster …

Silliness …

Just chillin’…

The first arrivers …

Lehigh Valley represents …

Thumbs up …

Friends forever …

Ocean ready …

Praise for Kaleidoscope

Kyle’s family is thrilled with the progress that

he has made with KFS and specifically his

provider, Tony. Kyle now has a volunteer

position and is newly committed to a health

and wellness routine.

--Shared at the KFS Weekly Meeting

Great pose …

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Home Office

950 East Haverford Road

Suite 100A

Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

P: 877-384-1729 F: 610-527-8672

www.kfamilysolutions.org

www.facebook.com/kfscares

www.linkedin.com/company/kaleidoscope-

family-solutions-inc-

www.twitter.com/kfscares

www.instagram.com/kfscares

Janelle Eshleman, KFS Clinical Coordinator sent us this letter and photos.

The whole experience brought tears to our eyes while reminding us why we

do what we do. Enjoy! “Last evening, I had the privilege of being invited to attend Lydia’s dance recital.

She studies dance at Cavod Academy of the Arts in New Holland. Attached are

some of the pictures I took of Lydia dancing. Mom was concerned that not many

people would come out to support Lydia because it was on a Sunday evening,

but over 30 people came out to watch Lydia dance!! It was so amazing to see the

support Lydia has. There were people from all different areas of Lydia’s life.

One of the photos includes her friend Beth who also receives services with

Kaleidoscope. They know each other from work, but have also formed a

friendship (with help from KFS providers) to get together in the community and

at the local YMCA. Lydia was very excited that Beth came to support her. It was

such a wonderful evening and Lydia did such a magnificent job! Mom was so

grateful for the support and that so many people came out for Lydia.”

Red, White and Blue Patriotic Peppermint Patties

Ingredients:

¼ cup butter, softened

⅓ cup light corn syrup

4 cups powdered sugar, divided

1½ tsps. lemon extract OR ½ to 1 tsp peppermint extract

OR any other extract you want food coloring

½ cup granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Combine butter and corn syrup together in a small

bowl.

2. Add 2 cups powdered sugar and your choice of

extract and beat until well combined. Add extract ½

tsps. at a time until the mixture reaches your desired

flavor.

3. Stir in an additional cup of powdered sugar.

4. Turn bowl onto a cutting board sprinkled with last

cup of powdered sugar.

5. Knead the mixture until sugar is absorbed and is

completely smooth.

6. Divide dough into three portions.

7. Tint one portion red with the red food color/gel and

one blue. Leave one portion white.

8. Shape into ¾ inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.

9. Flatten gently with a fork.

10. Let candies stand, uncovered, at room temperature

for 1 day.

11. Store in an airtight container.

https://www.momontimeout.com/red-white-and-blue-patriotic-

peppermint-patties/

A special thank you to

Susan and Susannah

who came out to help

us tye-dye!

As always, we just had

to make a sign!