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Category: Testimonials

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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💜🦸 Join Sean’s Super Squad at Seany’s Sh 💜🦸 Join Sean’s Super Squad at Seany’s Shuffle! One of our amazing students, Sean—from The Haven Academy’s inaugural kindergarten class—is hosting Seany’s Shuffle to raise critical funds and awareness to end epilepsy. Join this crew of superheroes as all of us at The Haven walk alongside him—everyone is welcome (all ages & abilities). Can’t make it? No problem—your donation still powers the mission. https://give.cureepilepsy.org/event/seanys-shuffle-2025/e691044
🎃 Jacqueline’s House was ready for the first 🎃 Jacqueline’s House was ready for the first Halloween dance of the season last weekend! Our residents enjoyed a night of dancing, laughter, and spooky fun! Check out these amazing costumes and Halloween spirit 👻🕺💃 #TheHaven #HalloweenDance #InclusionInAction
🍸✨ Cheers to 1st Choice Pharmacy for sponsor 🍸✨ Cheers to 1st Choice Pharmacy for sponsoring our On the Rox Lounge at the All Abilities on the Floor Gala! ✨🍸 While they’re helping us raise a glass on gala night, they’re also the reason our residents have what they need every single day. 💊💙 From ensuring timely medications to providing ongoing support, their dedication keeps our community healthy and thriving. Thank you, 1st Choice Pharmacy, for always keeping us on the right prescription for success! 🙌
🎶✨ A big shoutout to the Milton Family—our 🎶✨ A big shoutout to the Milton Family—our Funky Town Sponsor for the All Abilities on the Floor Gala! ✨🎶 Their generosity and commitment to The Haven go far beyond gala night. The Milton Family was also instrumental in making Michael’s House a reality—opened this May as part of our 8 brand-new group homes 🏡💛. Their impact continues to help create safe, supportive spaces where our residents can truly thrive. Thank you, Milton Family, for keeping the funk alive and making a lasting difference in our community! 🙌🌟
🎨✨ Our Kindergarten class had a colorful day 🎨✨ Our Kindergarten class had a colorful day in Art Class with Ms. Jill! 🌟 From painting to creating, the kids loved expressing themselves and showing off their creativity. 💛 Art time not only sparks imagination but also helps build focus, confidence, and fine motor skills. 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨 #SelbyPreschool #KindergartenArt #CreativeKids #LearningThroughArt
🚗✨ A huge thank you to Sarasota Ford for bei 🚗✨ A huge thank you to Sarasota Ford for being a proud sponsor of our Get Down Tonight Gala! ✨🚗 We are so grateful for their generosity and continued partnership. Sarasota Ford has supported The Haven not only through this event but also by helping us build and maintain our fleet of vehicles 🚐💛. These vehicles are essential in keeping our clients connected to the community—whether it’s for work, volunteering, or recreational outings. 1 Community 1 Team Thank you, Sarasota Ford, for driving inclusion forward with us! 🙌💫
✨ A huge thank you to Representative James Bucha ✨ A huge thank you to Representative James Buchanan and his team for stopping by The Haven today! We were honored to share more about our mission of empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through education, employment, and community inclusion. 💙 Your continued interest and support mean so much to the individuals and families we serve every day. Together, we’re building a more inclusive Sarasota & Manatee community!
A big THANK YOU to the Sarasota library team for v A big THANK YOU to the Sarasota library team for visiting our campus today! 📚✨ Our ADT participants had such a fun time learning how to make their very own sugar scrubs. 🧴💜 Hands-on activities like this bring creativity, learning, and a little self-care into the classroom and our participants loved every minute! Sarasota County Government
✨ We are honored to announce our Presenting Spon ✨ We are honored to announce our Presenting Sponsor for The Haven Gala: The Boren Family, in loving memory of Dusty Boren. ✨ Dusty was a beloved resident at Mary Jane’s House, where his guitar playing and bright smile filled the home with joy. He is deeply missed by all who knew him, and his legacy continues to inspire us every day. 💛🎶 The Boren Family’s generosity helps to ensure that Dusty’s spirit lives on through opportunities, care, and community for individuals of all abilities. 🌟 Please join us in thanking the Boren Family for carrying Dusty’s memory forward and making a lasting impact. For Sponsorship Opportunities please visit: https://thehavensrq.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/AllAbilitiesOnTheFloor/Sponsorships/tabid/1552139/Default.aspx
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and su A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and supported Tidal Wave Charity Day! 💙 Your generosity and kindness truly make a difference. We are especially grateful to Tidal Wave Car Wash of Bradenton for choosing to support our mission and helping us create brighter futures. 🌟 @tidalwaveautospa Together, we made waves for good! 🌊✨
🤘🎶 Rock For A Reason: A Tribute To Ozzy Osbo 🤘🎶 Rock For A Reason: A Tribute To Ozzy Osbourne was a SOLD-OUT night of music and giving back! The event, hosted by Suncoast Charities for Children , raised over $13,000 to support their amazing work. 💜 We’re so grateful to Lucy and Lisa of Suncoast Charities for Children for inviting our participants to join as VIPs — they had an unforgettable night rocking out! 🖤✨
📣 Time is running out! 📣 September 30th is t 📣 Time is running out! 📣 September 30th is the LAST DAY to cast your vote for The Haven through Target Circle. 🛍️❤️ Every vote helps us receive vital support for our programs serving children and adults with disabilities. 👉 Open your Target app or visit target.com/circle to vote today! Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community. 🌟
🎄🎅✨ It’s that time of year… 🏃‍♂️ Registration is officially OPEN for our 29th Annual Jingle & Jog 5K! 🏃‍♀️ Join us on Saturday, December 6th for a festive morning filled with running, walking, jingling, and holiday cheer — all to benefit The Haven. With over 700 participants each year, this holiday tradition is one you don’t want to miss! 🎁 https://www.thehavensrq.org/jingle-jog
🌟👏 Big smiles for big achievements! These t 🌟👏 Big smiles for big achievements! These two kindergarteners worked hard in the classroom, and that joy you see is what it looks like when you reach a goal you’ve been practicing. 💛✨ Learning, growing, and celebrating together — that’s what kindergarten is all about! 🎉📚
🎣🦈 Hook, line, and sinker! Our Haven crew r 🎣🦈 Hook, line, and sinker! Our Haven crew reeled in an unforgettable day at the Venice Sharks Tooth Fishing Tournament. 🐟✨ With 35 of our clients casting lines, sharing laughs, and soaking up the sunshine, the smiles were the real catch of the day. 💙🌊 Huge thanks to the tournament team for welcoming us and making this such a special experience.
👩‍🍳✨ Cooking up fun in the kitchen! A h 👩‍🍳✨ Cooking up fun in the kitchen! A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer and board member, Liz Laboone, for leading a cozy fall cooking class with our students. Together, they made hearty chili and homemade cornbread — and the best part? 🌽 Each student went home with all the ingredients ready to bake their very own cornbread at home! Hey parents, we can’t wait to see those cornbread creations — share your pics with us! 📸🍞
✨ It’s time to Jingle & Jog! ✨ Join us for t ✨ It’s time to Jingle & Jog! ✨ Join us for the 29th Annual Jingle & Jog 5K benefiting The Haven on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at our beautiful 32-acre campus. 👟 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎁 Sponsorship opportunities available! 🙌 Open to everyone in the community — runners, walkers, and spectators are all welcome. Every step helps empower children and adults with disabilities to live their fullest lives. 💛 👉 Sign up or learn more: https://www.thehavensrq.org/jingle-jog
🚧🏡 Exciting progress at Jake’s Place! The 🚧🏡 Exciting progress at Jake’s Place! The roof is officially going on our new group home, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to see this vision coming to life. Each nail and beam brings us one step closer to providing a safe, welcoming home where residents can thrive and feel truly supported. 💙 Stay tuned as construction continues—we can’t wait to share the journey with you!
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A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and su A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and supported Tidal Wave Charity Day! 💙 We are especially grateful to Tidal Wave Car Wash of Bradenton for choosing to support our mission and helping us create brighter futures. 🌟 Together, we made waves for good! 🌊✨
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