Beyond Support Network - Community Services

Last week, our Chautauqua Day Hab WOW group, Happy Hab, got together for a delicious brunch-themed Cooking Club! 🍳

Group members took turns whipping up scrambled eggs on the stove and using the waffle iron to make fresh, golden waffles. Everyone had the opportunity to practice their cooking skills, take an active role in preparing the meal, and enjoy the tasty results together! 😋

It was a fun morning filled with cooking, learning, and plenty of delicious brunch! 🧇🥚🧡

The Chautauqua I-Learn group had a fantastic time visiting Bayview Raceway & Golf! 🏎️⛳

Our group enjoyed getting out on the miniature golf course for a few rounds and then putting the pedal to the metal as they took some exciting laps around the raceway! 🏁🏎️

Everyone had a great time enjoying some friendly competition, getting active, and making the most of a beautiful day! 🧡

Our Gerard Place WOW Day Hab group recently had the opportunity to participate in a local Health and Wellness Fair by hosting a table to represent and support Beyond Support Network! 🧡

The group was excited to be part of this community event and proud to share information about the services and opportunities our agency provides.

Throughout the fair, group members helped welcome visitors, interact with community members, and support the table. Their participation provided a wonderful opportunity to practice communication, teamwork, and community engagement skills while representing our agency in a positive way.

It was a meaningful and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Our Day Hab group was proud to give back, support our agency, and be an active part of the community. ⭐️

We look forward to participating in more events like this in the future!💫

🧡Kindness goes beyond words!

This week, an individual’s grandmother, Judy, stopped by the BSN Café in Fredonia with a simple surprise for our staff member, Travis: a to-go container of homemade potato salad, with his name on it and a fork ready to go. 🥔

Why? Simply because they know Travis loves homemade potato salad.

It may seem like a small gesture, but these are the moments that remind us that kindness doesn’t have to be big or complicated. Sometimes, it’s just remembering what someone enjoys and taking a moment to make them feel thought of.

It’s the little things that go BEYOND. Beyond expectations, beyond words, and straight to the heart. 🧡

Thank you, Judy, for such a thoughtful and delicious act of kindness! We’re pretty sure Travis’s day was made. 😊🥔

What an incredible July it was! ☀️🧡

Our day program groups enjoyed a month filled with fun, adventure, learning, and awesome memories!

🎡 The Chautauqua I-Learn group had a fantastic time at the Chautauqua County Fair, enjoying carnival rides, delicious fair treats, and an exciting magic show.

⚾ The Chautauqua Day group had a blast cheering on the Buffalo Bisons at an exciting baseball game!

🦒 Our Harlem group explored The Buffalo Zoo where they saw incredible animals, including rhinos, giraffes, and many more! 🦏

We are so grateful for these opportunities to explore new places, build connections, and create meaningful memories together.

We can’t wait for even more adventures throughout August! 🌟

Our Harlem Day Hab group had a wonderful time participating in the 38th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness Day! 🧡

It was a great opportunity to celebrate inclusion, raise awareness, and advocate for the rights and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities. We enjoyed connecting with others, learning from speakers and exhibitors, and being part of a day dedicated to promoting acceptance, opportunity, and community.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a meaningful experience. We are proud to support a more inclusive future for all! 🌟

We are very excited to share that our Harlem Day Hab group was recently recognized at North Park Community Preschool graduation ceremony for the second year in a row for their outstanding volunteer efforts throughout the year! 🏆 🎓

Their dedication, kindness, and commitment to giving back have made a meaningful impact! Through their ongoing volunteer work, they have built lasting connections, created memorable experiences, and demonstrated the power of community involvement. 🧡

Being recognized for a second consecutive year is a testament to the positive difference they continue to make. We are incredibly proud of our Harlem Day Hab group and grateful for the compassion, enthusiasm, and support they bring wherever they go.🌟

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

The Chautauqua I-Learn group had a great day exploring the community while visiting local parks, including Russell Joy Park and Point Gratiot, as part of a nature-themed scavenger hunt. ☘️

Group members worked together to complete their scavenger hunt checklist while enjoying the outdoors, sunshine, and beautiful scenery. Along the way, they also had the chance to use physical activity equipment at one of the parks, adding even more movement and excitement to the day. 🌞

There was plenty of walking, laughing, and taking fun photos to capture the experience. We love every opportunity to connect with nature, stay active, and explore our community together! 🦋

The Chautauqua I-Learn group had a wonderful day out enjoying the beautiful sunshine at a local park! 🌞

After spending time outside together, the group made a sweet stop at Sullivan's Charbroil for some delicious ice cream. 🍦🍨

Everyone enjoyed the chance to relax, chat, and take in the beautiful day. It was the perfect way to spend time together and celebrate the summer season!

🌿 From seed to garden bed, our Harlem Day Hab group has been hard at work this spring!

A few weeks ago, participants planted seeds in cups at our program site and carefully nurtured them as they began to sprout. Recently, they had the exciting opportunity to transplant those seedlings into the Victory Garden, giving them room to continue growing and thriving.🌞

This hands-on gardening experience teaches patience, responsibility, and teamwork while helping beautify our community. We can't wait to watch the garden flourish throughout the season! 🌸🥦