11/19/2015 PPITT meeting minutes

Facilitator-Theresa Felton
Note Taker-Sonya Teigen
Delicious snacks provided by Mosaic. Thanks,
Mosaic.
Introductions and sign in for participants
Shelley Shepard - Volunteer Ambassador for
Mosaic. Open invitation to have folks attend an
informational luncheon every Monday at Mosaic
888 W Garden of the Gods Rd.
For information from flyers that were distributed,
please visit the PPITT.org.
Guest Speakers
Sterling from non-profit organization DuMyon
Martial Arts for Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities shared success stories of individuals
with disabilities. DuMyon (Korean language)
means uncommon, or rare. DuMyon focuses on
groups/organizations rather than individual
participation. Written tests are part of the course.
The written component focuses on individuals
needs. DuMyon Martial Arts requests fund raising
ideas and opportunities. DuMyon has offered
classes in conjunction with The ARC and Pikes Peak
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Library District. Maintains partnerships with TRE,

The ARC, Pikes Peak Library District and Mosaic.
Really enjoys teaching self-defense classes.
Distributed cards and flyers.
Amanda Thomas - Mosaic Associate Director - New
customized employment service began in July
2015. The model is a piggy back of the supported
employment model. Person-centered services are
the focus: what are the individuals passions, skill
sets? The Discovery process encompasses activity
based assessments to narrow down 3 employment
themes. Potential job carving situations are
proposed. Community Action Team and community
members informational interviews connect Mosaic
with potential employment sites. Currently, only
working with individuals that participated in the
pilot program. SLS and EBD waivers as well as
payment from School Districts will be options.
Best Buddies - John Jordan - Basic foundation of
Best Buddies: pairing up a typically developing
peer with an individual with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. There are currently
1800 chapters around the world. 800 schools in
Colorado are involved. The other two primary focal
points of Best Buddies are Integrated Employment
and Leadership Development.
colorado@bestbuddies.org There are middle
school, high school and college-aged programs.
Pairs are required to talk once per week. Pairs must
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participate one on one in two activities/events per

month.
JJ Ryan - Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
-looking for community-based non-profit volunteer
opportunities.
Regina DiPadova - Cheyenne Village Pikes Peak Region on Autism Resources: committee
that services individuals with autism. Purposes: to
get the word out about autism and teach parents
what resources are available for individuals with
autism.
Southern Colorado Regional Respite Coalition:
focuses on outreach opportunities and getting the
word out about respite and locations.
Cheyenne Village offers an outreach program that
provides recreation, caregiver respite and service
coordination for Pikes Peak Region adults with
developmental disabilities 18 years and older who
are not receiving government funding services, and
who live alone or with family caregivers.
Hannah Widmer The ARC - grant is being sought
for inclusive community participation curriculum
and activities for teens and young adults with
disabilities, and siblings of individuals with
disabilities. Searching for allied agencies.
Community input needed: recruitment, building
space, transportation issues. Any community
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agencies that want to assist 6 weeks: June 13- July

20: contact The Arc . Upcoming fundraising Chasing
Santa event flyer.
Therapeutic Rec Felicia
Reminder: 3rd Friday of every month: sponsors a
dance at The Senior Center for individuals with
disabilities. $5 cover charge. Caregivers welcome
with no charge.
The Ability Expo for Arts and Culture will be held on
12/10/2015 - focus is on Painting in the Parks
showcase. Flyers distributed with information about
Mixed Emotions Dance Troupe and Drum Circle.
Visit website for more information:
coloradosprings.gov/tr
Cindy Powell - United Providers sign language
classes (corner of Parkside/Bijou); flyer posted on
PPITT.org
Hannah Widmer - The ARC of the Pikes Peak
Region- fiscal update: current balance $1971.00
Fair to be held April 21 from 5-8 pm
Please visit PPITT.org for save the date flyer.
Booth rental fee: $40/ booth
Angie Brown - will handle facilities contact for El
Paso County Citizens Service Center

Bobbie Weber, Sonya Teigen and Chris Litzelman

will be handling the Community Resource Directory.
Next PPITT meeting: 1 pm on Dec 17 at Citizens
Service Center
Hannah Widmer Facilitator
Shelley Shepard - Note Taker
Happy Thanksgiving!