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Justin Tait – Sept. 7th 2020

When our daughter, Julia, was first diagnosed with autism, we felt alone and scared. Once we enrolled her at Selby, …

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A huge thank you to the Van Wezel Performing Arts A huge thank you to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for offering a sensory friendly performance of The Grinch. ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŽญ Your heart for inclusion grew at least three sizes today, and it meant the world to our families, participants, and even a few of our team members who brought their kiddos to join in on the fun. ๐Ÿ’– โœจ๐ŸŽ„ Special thank you to Justin Gomlak and the entire @vanwezeledu Team for creating a space where everyone can experience the arts in a way that feels welcoming and accessible. ๐Ÿ’œ๐ŸŒŸ
๐Ÿ’ƒ Get Ready to Dance the Night Away! ๐Ÿ•บโœจ T ๐Ÿ’ƒ Get Ready to Dance the Night Away! ๐Ÿ•บโœจ Tickets are officially ON SALE for The Havenโ€™s All Abilities on the Dance Floor Gala happening Saturday, February 21, 2026, at The Ora! ๐ŸŒŸ This yearโ€™s theme is Studio 54: A Night of Disco Glam, so grab your sequins, bell bottoms, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, dinner, and celebration โ€” all supporting inclusion and opportunity for individuals with disabilities. ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Individual tickets as well as tables and sponsorships are available โ€” donโ€™t wait, this event will sell out! ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://thehavensrq.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/AllAbilitiesOnTheFloor/Reserveyourseats/tabid/1552140/Default.aspx #TheHavenSRQ #Studio54Gala #AllAbilitiesOnTheDanceFloor #InclusionMatters #DiscoFever #GalaSeason
Weโ€™re so proud to share that our Vice President Weโ€™re so proud to share that our Vice President of Adult Day Services, Becky Forest, has successfully completed the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Leadership Academy! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’œ The Lakewood Ranch Leadership Academy brings together community leaders to learn, connect, and collaborateโ€”focusing on civic engagement, regional development, and leadership growth within the greater Manatee & Sarasota area. Beckyโ€™s commitment to her community reflects the mission and heart of The Haven. Weโ€™re so proud of her accomplishment and grateful for all she does to lead, inspire, and advocate for our participants every day! ๐ŸŒŸ #TheHavenSRQ #Leadership #CommunityStrong #InclusionInAction #ProudMoment Game On Nation
๐Ÿ‚๐ŸŽƒ Fall fun is in full swing at Haven Academ ๐Ÿ‚๐ŸŽƒ Fall fun is in full swing at Haven Academy! Our Kindergarten class worked together to build their very own scarecrow, learning all about teamwork, creativity, and seasonal change along the way. ๐ŸŒปโœจ Activities like this help students develop fine motor skills, problem-solving, and cooperation โ€” plus, they get to celebrate the joy of hands-on learning! ๐Ÿ’› #TheHavenSRQ #HavenAcademy #LearningThroughPlay #FallFun #InclusionInAction #HandsOnLearning
๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’ƒ When you see the holiday break coming and ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’ƒ When you see the holiday break coming and just canโ€™t help but dance! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ’œ Coraโ€™s got the right idea โ€” joy, music, and a little extra sparkle to kick off the season! โœจ Keep dancing Cora!!!!! Selby Preschool #TheHavenSRQ #SelbyPreschool #InclusionInAction #HolidayVibes #PreschoolFun #DanceBreak #JoyInLearning
๐ŸŽถ Our toddlers were ready to rock for music the ๐ŸŽถ Our toddlers were ready to rock for music therapy today with Gulf Coast Music Therapy โ€” K-Pop Demon Hunters style! ๐Ÿ’œโœจ This movie has taken the world by storm, and our little stars brought all the rhythm, energy, and joy to match! #TheHavenSRQ #SelbyPreschool #MusicTherapy #InclusionInAction #KpopDemonHunters
โœจ๐ŸŽ… A Magical evening at UTC ๐ŸŽ…โœจ Over the โœจ๐ŸŽ… A Magical evening at UTC ๐ŸŽ…โœจ Over the weekend our residents had the most amazing time riding in the UTC Santaโ€™s Arrival Parade and they did it in style on our personally decorated disco float! Huge shoutout to our rockstar team members Nori, Amber & Sherry who spent weeks dreaming up & creating this festive masterpiece. Your creativity, dedication & sparkle made the day unforgettable for everyone! ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ’œ โœจ Tell us โ€” what was your favorite float from the parade? Drop it in the comments below! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐ŸŽ„
๐Ÿ’ฅ Team Building Haven-Style! ๐Ÿ’œ Our incredibl ๐Ÿ’ฅ Team Building Haven-Style! ๐Ÿ’œ Our incredible House Managers took โ€œstress reliefโ€ to a whole new level at a local Smash Room! From breaking plates to breaking barriers, this powerhouse team knows how to support one another, recharge, and come back stronger for our residents. Hereโ€™s to teamwork, laughter, and maybe a few shattered vases along the way! ๐Ÿงค๐Ÿ’ช #TheHavenSRQ #TeamBuilding #SmashRoom #LeadershipGoals #StrongerTogether
๐Ÿ’œ Sponsor Spotlight: Friends of The Haven ๐Ÿ’œ ๐Ÿ’œ Sponsor Spotlight: Friends of The Haven ๐Ÿ’œ Weโ€™re feeling the groove! ๐Ÿ•บโœจ A huge thank-you to Friends of the Haven , our Grooovy Giver Sponsor for this yearโ€™s All Abilities on the Dance Floor Gala! For years, this incredible group of families, friends, and volunteers has been the heartbeat of The Haven โ€” supporting programs, showing up for our events, and spreading kindness everywhere they go. Their generosity and love continue to make a lasting impact on the individuals and families we serve. Weโ€™re so thankful for our Friends โ€” past, present, and future โ€” for keeping The Havenโ€™s mission shining bright! ๐Ÿ’ซ @friendsofthehaven #TheHavenSRQ #AllAbilitiesGala #FriendsOfTheHaven #GrooovyGiver #CommunityStrong #InclusiveTogether
๐ŸŒŸ Itโ€™s that time again! ๐ŸŒŸ Our 2025โ€“2026 ๐ŸŒŸ Itโ€™s that time again! ๐ŸŒŸ Our 2025โ€“2026 Friends of The Haven season kicks off tonight at 6:30 PM in the Frank Stern Warehouse โ€” and everyoneโ€™s invited! ๐Ÿ’œ Come be part of a great year of friendship, service, and community involvement. Hear from guest speaker Brad Jones as he shares exciting updates on The Residences at UTC, our new Community Center, and upcoming events โ€” including the Jingle & Jog 5K, Santaโ€™s Breakfast Bash, and our All Abilities on the Dance Floor Gala! ๐ŸŽ‰ Whether youโ€™re a Selby Preschool, Haven Academy, ADT, or Residential parent, a Friend of The Haven, or a community supporter โ€” weโ€™d love to see you there! ๐Ÿ‘‰ Learn more or become a member: thehavensrq.org/friends #FriendsOfTheHaven #TheHavenSRQ #CommunityStrong #InclusionMatters #Volunteer #Sarasota
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โ›ณ๏ธ What a day on the green! A huge thank you โ›ณ๏ธ What a day on the green! A huge thank you to the Sarasota Southside Rotary Club for their continued support and for hosting another fantastic golf tournament! ๐ŸŒ๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’š Our CEO Brad Jones and Mission Services Director Don Herndon, joined by two of our Haven supporters, proudly represented Team Haven on the course. While we canโ€™t say they brought home the trophyโ€ฆ they definitely brought the spirit, sunscreen, and snacks! ๐Ÿ˜‚ Weโ€™re so grateful to the Rotary for always driving inclusion forward โ€” both on and off the course. ๐Ÿ’œ #TheHavenSRQ #RotarySarasota #GolfForGood #CommunityStrong #InclusionInAction
โœจThank you to Medical Legal Solutions for being โœจThank you to Medical Legal Solutions for being our Get Down Tonight Sponsor for the All Abilities on the Dance Floor Gala! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ Your support helps us create opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to shine both on and off the dance floor. ๐ŸŒŸ Want to join Medical Legal Solutions as a sponsor? Click the link below to learn more and make an impact today! โฌ‡๏ธ https://thehavensrq.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/AllAbilitiesOnTheFloor/Sponsorships/tabid/1552139/Default.aspx
๐Ÿฅง๐Ÿ‚ Our 2-Year-Olds Are Ready for Fall! ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿฅง Thereโ€™s no better way to celebrate the season than with a little hands-on fun in the kitchen! Our youngest learners spent the morning getting into the fall spirit by making their very own pies โ€” mixing, scooping, and (of course) sneaking a few tastes along the way! ๐Ÿ˜‹ These sweet moments remind us that learning can be delicious, creative, and full of smiles. ๐Ÿ’› #SelbyPreschool #TheHavenSRQ #FallFun #LittleLearners #BakingUpSmiles #InclusionInAction
๐Ÿ’œ We were thrilled to welcome Jorge de Moya fro ๐Ÿ’œ We were thrilled to welcome Jorge de Moya from The de Moya Foundation in Miami to The Haven ! ๐ŸŒŸ The De Moya Foundation is dedicated to creating meaningful ๐Ÿ’ผ employment opportunities for young adults with unique abilities โ€” empowering them to build confidence, independence, and lasting careers. ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ Their innovative approach to job placement and business partnerships has inspired programs across Florida and beyond. ๐ŸŒด Together, weโ€™re exploring ways to grow & strengthen our employment programming here at The Haven, ensuring every individual has the chance to reach their full potential in the workplace. ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ™Œ Thank you, Jorge, for visiting & for the incredible work you do to open doors for so many! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ‘ #alwaysbeunique #TheHavenSRQ #DeMoyaFoundation #InclusiveEmployment #AbilitiesInAction #CommunityPartners Inclusion Revolution SRQ @thedemoyafoundation
๐Ÿฆ†๐ŸŒฟ A Wild Morning at The Rookery! ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿฆ‹ ๐Ÿฆ†๐ŸŒฟ A Wild Morning at The Rookery! ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿฆ‹ Our south campus wildlife spotters were busy during our visit to The Rookery! ๐Ÿ‘€ We spotted an Anhinga, Great Blue Heron, Zebra butterflies, a turtle, squirrel, bat houses, and of course โ€” plenty of ducks! ๐Ÿข๐Ÿฆ‡๐Ÿฆ† #TheHavenSRQ #REACH #CommunityOutings #NatureLovers #InclusionInAction
๐ŸŒŸ Big applause for our Director of Early Learni ๐ŸŒŸ Big applause for our Director of Early Learning, Erin Nowakowski, who recently led a professional development workshop at the Early Learning Coalition Of Sarasota County ! Erin shared her expertise on neurodiversity in early childhood education, helping local preschool teachers learn strategies to support, engage, and celebrate every learner in their classrooms. ๐Ÿ’œ A special shoutout to our amazing Selby Preschool teachers, Ashtyn and Alicia, and Occupational Therapist with Kidspot , Meghan Ehling, for sharing their classroom insights and helping bring real-world perspective to the discussion! ๐Ÿ‘ Together, theyโ€™re helping shape a more inclusive and understanding early learning community. ๐ŸŒˆ #TheHaven #SelbyPreschool #EarlyLearning #Neurodiversity #InclusiveEducation #ELCofSarasota #EducatorsInspire #CommunityImpact
๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿชฉ Get Down Tonight Sponsor Spotlight! ๐Ÿชฉ๐Ÿ’ƒ A big thank you to The Bailey Family for showing their support as our Get Down Tonight Sponsor for the All Abilities on the Dance Floor Gala! ๐ŸŒŸ The Bailey Family has been a wonderful friend to The Haven, helping to uplift our mission and create opportunities for children and adults with unique abilities to shine. Their generosity helps us continue building programs and spaces where everyone belongs. ๐Ÿ’œโœจ Weโ€™re so grateful for their continued partnership and love for our community! โœจ Want to join the Bailey Family in making an impact? Become a gala sponsor today and help us keep the dance floorโ€”and our missionโ€”moving! ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://thehavensrq.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/AllAbilitiesOnTheFloor/Sponsorships/tabid/1552139/Default.aspx
๐Ÿ’—๐ŸŽ—๏ธ Pink Power in Action! ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’— Our ๐Ÿ’—๐ŸŽ—๏ธ Pink Power in Action! ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ๐Ÿ’— Our Venice Campus took to the track to Take Strides for Breast Cancer Awareness during our Pink Out Walk! ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ From pink shirts to big smiles, our participants walked together to honor survivors, support fighters, and remember those weโ€™ve lost โ€” showing that compassion and community are always in style. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ž #TheHaven #PinkOutWalk #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #StridesForACause #VeniceCampus #CommunityStrong
We were honored to welcome Senator Jim Boyd and S We were honored to welcome Senator Jim Boyd and Senator Danny Burgess to The Haven this month! During their visit, the senators took time to learn about our mission of empowering individuals with unique abilities, explore our residential and educational programs, and hear about our exciting plans for growth and innovation across the campus. Their leadership and dedication to advancing opportunities for individuals with disabilities align closely with The Havenโ€™s vision of building a more inclusive Florida, one where every person has the chance to live, learn, and thrive. We are grateful for their continued partnership and interest in understanding the needs of our community firsthand. ๐Ÿ’œ
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