
My name is Donald Mayer. I have had a dream since I was in High School to work at News Channel 9. My Advocates Service Coordinator helped me find an opportunity through the state Employment Training Program to start my dream.
Christine Gerst, a bright young woman with a passion for music, is a pioneer of Self-Determination. She has a love of swirling sights and sounds, and some of her favorite sensory experiences involve playing her piano and harp.

My name is Jamie Burke and I am from Syracuse, New York. I am a senior at Syracuse University in the College of Human Ecology. I am very interested in making communication a happy absolute in autism, simply holding the potential of everyone.
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Eyal Sherman, 28 years old, was born in Syracuse, New York. He is a recent graduate of Syracuse University. He has been quadripalegic and ventilator dependent since he was five years old when he was diagnosed with a brain stem tumor.
In 2010, Kevin Gentry enthusiastically devoted himself to volunteering over 100 hours throughout the year to earn the Presidential Volunteer Service Award! The award is a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of volunteer service.
Each week, Katrina Schwanke brightens the lives of many people in her community. Katrina takes pride in her volunteer work and finds joy in helping others. By sharing her time and her caring spirit, she has touched the lives of those at St. Camillus, St. Joseph's Hospital, Holy Family and Nun Better.

Sam Procita is a graduate of Onondaga Central Schools. After graduation, Sam attended a local day habilitation program. Sam had dreams of becoming a farmer and working with tractors. Sam's goals of farming could not be achieved within the confines of a traditional group day habilitation program.
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All-Star C.A.S.T. Actor's Workshop begins February 10thThursday, 02 February 2012 09:18 The Syracuse University All-Star C.A.S.T. Actor's Workshop Spring Semester will begin on Friday, Feb. 10. This workshop is a partnership between Advocates and the Syracuse University Drama Department. The semester long class is led by SU Drama students and incorporates movement, dance, vocalization, teamwork, use of props and song to engage participants with developmental disabilities in an inclusive setting on the Syracuse University campus. For more information, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |