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 HMEA THANKS 
all donors for their ongoing support of HMEA's Mission!


 
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HMEA's 13th Annual Independence 5K Run and Walk, Roll & Stroll, held on Sunday, May 18, 2014 at the EMC2 Manufacturing facility's soccer field saw nearly 300 runners in the early morning run, and over 2,000 walkers stroll through the Franklin Industrial Park at mid-morning.
Two Pawtuxet Rangers shoot muskets to start the Independence 5K Run.
Over 2,000 people participated in the Independence Walk, Roll & Stroll.

Fundraisier Unites Communities
FundraiserThere are all sorts of communities: the HMEA community, the community of people with developmental disabilities, the autism community, the communities of Franklin, Wrentham, Bellingham, Milford, Millis, Mansfield and so many more!! They all came together for one day on May 18th for the 13th Annual Independence 5K Run and Walk, Roll & Stroll at the beautiful field owned by EMC2 in Franklin. 2200 people ranging in age from 1 to 91 came to walk, to run, to volunteer, and to support the programs of HMEA run by 640 caring and competent staff for over 3800 individuals with disabilities. With some sponsorships still coming in the event is sure to reach over $220,000.

Talented volunteers came from Home Depot in Bellingham, Sodexo Foods at Dean College, Big Y Supermarkets, King Philip High School students and many more. All totaled...221 volunteers tallied up 774 volunteer hours and you couldn't miss them - dressed in bright fluorescent green volunteer shirts donated by EMC2.

The event was a family oriented fun day with kids' activities, such as touch a truck - a Franklin fire truck, police vehicle displays, and National Guard vehicles - free food, parking, tee shirts, entertainment, and fun games. Special guests included the mascots Finz from the Worcester Sharks, and the Cardi Brothers, NiRoPe. In addition there was a Dog Obedience Show from GoTeam21.org, a Hot Rod exhibition, the Music Bubbleman, face painting, raffles, caricature artists, dress-up photo booth, a superb giant cookout and a whole lot more. The Massachusetts National Guard and the Pawtuxet Rangers participated in the opening ceremonies by providing a special tribute to America's Armed Forces.

A special Dream Come True raffle was held with over 60 prizes won, including a Bose SoundLink III and Soundlink Mini system, Red Sox Tickets, stays at Boston Harbor Hotel, the Renaissance at Patriot Place, and Doubletree suites, Abrams Books donated 50 Diary of a Wimpy Kid Workbooks by Jeff Kinney, and a five burner outdoor grill from Home Depot!

See more of the event's activities in pictures throughout this newsletter!



 NewHMEA welcomes Katie Goode who recently joined the Board of Directors. She is an Assistant Vice President, Director, Human Resources, at the HomeGoods division of TJX. In her current role, Katie oversees human resources in the home office for HomeGoods. During her 27 years in human resources, she has provided support in the areas of associate relations, talent development and as a human resources business partner. Katie has a BS from Skidmore College and an MS from Lesley University.

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HMEA's own Matt McNellage took home the Gold Medal for his weight class at the Massachusetts Special Olympics summer games held at Harvard University. Matt lifted 185 lbs. dead lift, 140 lbs. squat and
105 lbs. bench press.
CONGRATULATIONS, Matt! We're proud of your accomplishment! 


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           For your support of the 13th Annual Independence 5K
                                 Run and Walk, Roll & Stroll
 THANKThis year we had many sponsors and donors of raffle prizes and gifts-in-kind that we would like to thank for their generosity and support of this event. 
  All Pro Cleaners...Big Blue Bug Solutions...Bren Tuning... Cloud4Causes...Dean Bank...DeMoulas Market...Eagle Stainless
Hudson Seating & Mobility...JACO...KGA...McFee Auto Center
Met Life Insurance...Andrew & Marilyn Moore...Neighborhood Insurance Co.
New Corr Packaging...Owens & Minor...Park Development
Plansee USA...Selective...Sentinal Benefits & Financial
T&J Heating, AC & Plumbing...Team Cross Fitness/Franklin...
 The Landing...The Plaza at Bellingham Commons
 Todson, Inc.... United Benefits...UPS

"Thank You" RAFFLE PRIZE DONORS

Abrams Publishing...Applebee's Restaurant...Barett Distribution Center
Big Blue Bug Solutions...Big Y Supermarkets... Bose Corporation
Boston Harbor Hotel Franklin/Boston...Boston Sports Club
Cardi's Furniture...Carol Barry...CBIZ Tofias...Children's Services
Dansko Shoes/Becky Smith... Deb Monaghan...Double Tree Hotel of Milford
Doug MacPherson...Ficco's Bowladrome... Franklin DDS
Home Depot...Jean Cahill Social Recreational Club...Joan Mikalauskas
Judy Davis...Jump Trax...Linda Conley...Liz Bird...Luis Jorge
Marriott Residence Inn...Michelle Donohue...Nancy Moloney
North Bowl Lanes...Pauline Santoro...Quality Beverage...Ride Away
 Ron Barnes...The Biagioni's...The Darnell School
The Marriott Renaissance at Patriot Place...Veronica Rich
Walmart Stores...Waste Management...WMRC Radio

And, "Thank You"...GIFTS IN KIND DONORS

 

 
Individuals from one of HMEA's residences thank DCU for their
support of the Independence 5K Run and Walk, Roll & Stroll. 

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HMEAHMEA's Autism Resource Center
2014 5K & Walk for Autism Awareness
raised $200,000!
Here's a peak at the day in pictures...
 While the weather on April 27, 204 was anything buy sunny, the spirits of  all those who participated in this annual event was not dampened at all...EVERYONE had a great time! the money raised at this event allows   the ARCCM to continue to provide valuable resources, supports and service to many families whose children have been diagnosed with autism. Thank you all for supporting this great program and helping children and families living with autism.
 

Ona Bouchie (center) from Open Door Yoga in No. Attleboro and
Yoga instructor for several HMEA programs was this year's
50/50 raffle prize winner at the Run/Walk. Here she shares her joy
with friends from HMEA's Hopedale program.



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LocalLocal Politicians standing with The Caring FORCE
  
HMEA CEO Michael Moloney introduces Representative Jeff Roy,
who addressed close to 700 Caring Force Human Service
Workers at a rally at the Massachusetts State House

 
Senator Karen Spilka hoists up the Care Bear in solidarity with
The Caring Force of Human Service Workers at the same rally. 


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Shana Moreau, Transportation Coordinator for HMEA and
some folks from the Bellingham program receive the key
to their brand new 2014 Toyota Sienna Mobility van, won by HMEA
in Toyota's 100 car for good 2013 contest!

AA very 'thankful' group
"Hello,
I would like to thank you for awarding the beautiful Toyota van to Bellingham Clinical Day. Nathan Daigneault, George Chapman, Cameron Mackie and staff were thrilled to be a part of the ceremony. Nathan said "I am a celebrity now". Too cute. George said "I feel on top of the world" and Cameron thinks he owns the vehicle. I love it. It is very spacious and will meet the needs of our program. We feel blessed.
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Have a wonderful day and again - Thank you!!!!!!

Charmain Thomas, PS
HMEA Bellingham Clinical Day Habilitation"
  
Senator Richard Ross also commented on HMEA being an award recipient and winner of a brand new Toyota Sienna Mobility van through Toyota's "100 Cars for Good" campaign.

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 Sister
Joanne (left) and her sister Marie visiting after 40 years.

Sisters find each other after being separated for many years 

Thanks to HMEA, and the efforts of Shared Living providers Margarette and Eric Voyard, Joanne, who is supported by HMEA, and her sister Marie were able to be reconnected after 40 years. Marie said she always wondered what happened to her younger sister. But, after some internet investigation and 'people' searching, the sisters found each other, and they were thrilled at the idea of seeing each other again.

Following several phone calls of getting to know each other again, an overnight trip was planned for Joanne to visit Marie in Maine to celebrate her birthday. Marie invited an aunt, a cousin and nephew along with their friends and family for the special occasion. When Joanne arrived, she immediately remembered her sister and said, "that's Marie". The afternoon was filled with tears, hugs, laughter and picture taking.

Joanne received a special card that read:
FOR A SPECIAL SISTER...
I've waited a long time to see you!
This is a Special Day!
Lots of Love, Luck and Laughter
Always Your Sister, Marie.


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RedSoxBoston Red Sox Honor HMEA at Disability Awareness Night
Making Kids Dreams Come True

Since 2007, HMEA has been the proud recipient of being one of the select groups honored by the Boston Red Sox at a pregame, on field ceremony. Staff, families and individuals supported by HMEA were able to attend the game and sit in specially selected seats chosen by the Red Sox. Two families from HMEA's Autism Resource Center were on the field with their children who were chosen as honorary Bat Boy and Bat Girl, meeting Wally The Green Monster, and being introduced to the sellout crowd of 38,000. In addition Ryan from HMEA's Plainville program was selected to start the game with those two words we all love to hear as he bellowed out to the crowd and the players, "PLAY BAAAAAAAAALL."
A really sweet personal "Thank You" note
acknowledging the great time this family
had being involved with this year's
Red Sox Disabilities Awareness Night.


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Grants
Rockland Trust Franklin Branch Manager Laurel Katsaros (top left)
presented a grant check to members of HMEA's Hopedale program
and Doug MacPherson, Vice President of Development and PR.
Rich Lehay, President/CEO, Holly Deslauriers, Marketing Mgr. and Sam Bitar,
Foundation Executive Director from the Webster Five Bank with landscaping equipment bought with funds from the foundation for HMEA's Millbury Employment Program

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BecomeBecome a member of the HMEA Legacy Society
What will your Legacy be?
7 steps to leave your Legacy...
1. Prepare a will. Without a will you lose control over your property at death.
2. Consult an attorney, accountant or financial advisor about tax-friendly options for making a legacy gift.
3. Contact the organization(s) of your choice to learn about opportunities for legacy giving.
4. Leave a specific dollar amount or a percentage of the assets in your will to a charity of your choice.
5. Name a charity as the beneficiary of your pension or a life insurance policy.
6. Consider using non-cash assets for your legacy gift.
7. Remember that almost everyone has the capacity to leave a legacy.

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For more than 50 years HMEA has provided exceptional services and supports to 3800 children and adults with developmental disabilities and intellectual challenges in more than 110 Massachusetts communities.
  
Sincerely,
Doug MacPherson
VP of Development and Public Relations



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