News & Events
Michael Grey's 5th Annual Poker & Mahjong Tournament
On January 5th, Michael Grey hosted the 5th Annual Poker & Mahjong Tournament to benefit CCDH. The benefit raises money for children using wheelchairs. Having started as a mitzvah project for his Bar Mitzvah, this year marked his 5th annual poker tournament to raise money for wheelchair repairs for children with disabilities.
Breakfast For Champions October 21, 2008
Our Champions and their families are your customers, your relatives, and your neighbors. It is truly remarkable to think that as recently as 20 years ago, children and adults with developmental disabilities were thought to have few abilities, and were placed to live in institutions. Today, in contrast, they have homes, jobs, and families of their own. They attend school, volunteer, and contribute to our community.
Each honoree was nominated by the CCDH member agency from which he or she received supports and services. Recognition included a presentation about their accomplishments, certificates from elected officials, a personalized plaque, a financial award, and other gifts.
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Back to School Picnic – August 16, 2008
On August 16th, CCDH and Spina Bifida Association of Southeast Florida hosted a "Back to School Picnic for Children with Disabilities, their Siblings & Families.
One hundred (100 )children with disabilities and their siblings received back packs, school supplies, while also enjoying food, games and fun at Tropical Park.
The picnic was co-sponsored by OFFICE DEPOT – supplied back packs and school supplies; BEST BUY and employee volunteers are bringing all the latest electronics for the children to enjoy; MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT is providing use of the park, and staff to organize and conduct games and activities; and UROMED – donated the food and drinks.
[Photo: Oliver Cordorniu, Store Manager, Office Depot, Carl Edwards, Irene Ballart, Family Support Coordinator, CCDH, Inc., Trinidad Lora, ACT Program Specialist, CCDH, Inc., Victor Palacio, District Manager, Office Depot.]
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CCDH receives National Award during 4th Conference on Inclusion – April 3, 2008
On April 3rd, CCDH received a national award from Kids Included Together presented by Brian L. Trotier, J.D., President, Board of Directors, Kids Included Together and the National Training Center for Inclusion. Prior to the conference KIT sent us a letter stating that CCDH's All Children Together (ACT) was one of three nominees for the National Outreach Award.
At the awards luncheon, KIT introduced the three nominees and announced CCDH as the winner. The National Inclusion Outreach Award was in recognition for ACT's efforts to promote full inclusion.
[Photo: Brian L. Trotier presents CCDH's Phillip Collazo with national inclusion award.]