On Thursday, June 13, you can join the Dream Team and make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Kathy Seastedt June 13 will be the second annual #Give Big CHQ, an opportunity for local non-profit organizations to collect online donations from their supporters. The Resource Center is partnering with [...]
Golfers didn’t let cool and windy conditions keep them from enjoying a great day on the course at the 23rd annual TRC Golf Classic, held May 20 at Moon Brook Country Club near Jamestown. Winners of the 2019 TRC Golf Classic pose together while holding The Gregg Bender Cup: from left are Bill Brothers, [...]
The second annual Shake, Rumble & Roll motorcycle poker run will take place June 1 to raise money to support services for people who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder. The event is being coordinated by The Resource Center and Filling the Gap, Inc. Participants will meet at The Resource Center’s administrative [...]
In accordance with its by-laws, The Resource Center hereby announces its General Membership Meeting and Election will be held Monday, June 3, in its Carl Cappa Building, 890 East Second Street in Jamestown. The event will begin with light refreshments and tours of TRC Community Health Center at 5:30, with the meeting coming to order [...]
Artwork created by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in The Resource Center’s Creations Art Program are on display at the Ellington Farman Library. "Our Butterfly" is a group painting made by artists at our Day Habilitation Program on Fluvanna Avenue in Jamestown. The art is being showcased in the library’s community room [...]
The Resource Center is grateful to all of the area libraries that provide a welcoming space for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Fluvanna Library is a favorite location for some people who participate in TRC’s Community Habilitation Program. Staff report that library employees are happy when TRC visits. Here’s what Community Hab staff [...]
People with intellectual disabilities at The Resource Center have been supporting community gardening initiatives for years. Now they’re involved in a project growing produce indoors, without using soil. The Resource Center’s Senior Day Habilitation Program on Harris Avenue in Jamestown is growing produce in a Tower Garden. The device uses aeroponics, a process of growing [...]
Works made by artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities in The Resource Center’s Creations Art Program are on display at RydersCup Coffee in Lakewood until May 4. "Robin" by Denise Chagnon The exhibit features about 20 pieces, including paintings, photographs and ceramics. The works, which are available for purchase, were made by artists [...]
By Mark Stevens Early in her career, Diana Meckley was given a small shadow box that read, “Bloom where you are planted.” She kept it on her desk, a constant reminder to always be open to learning new things, to do her best in working with others, and to make a positive and meaningful contribution [...]
People living near or below the poverty line face a number of challenges that can hinder their ability to maintain successful employment. A new program of The Resource Center is helping local residents to address those challenges. The program is called SAFER, which stands for Supporting and Facilitating Employee Retention. It is funded through an [...]
Penny supports Jocelyn in making a chocolate-covered strawberry, while Erin awaits his turn. By Sandy Robison Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love of all kinds, as well as a time for flowers and chocolate. What is sweeter than a trip to a candy shop? What is even better is learning how to make [...]
Buffalo Business First magazine has released its annual ranking of the most powerful people in Western New York, and once again Denise Jones has placed highly on the list. Denise, The Resource Center’ Chief Executive Officer, is ranked No. 91 on this year’s “Power 250” list, which was released this week. The list reflects those [...]
By Mark Stevens, Public Relations Coordinator After more than 30 years with The Resource Center, Stephen Lindquist recently retired from the agency. Steve started with the agency April 6, 1987, as Computer Programmer/Analyst in the Finance Department. He became Computer Operations Manager in 1989 before assuming the role of Director of Information Services when the [...]
The Resource Center is pleased to welcome Rebecca Hamlet Kapple and Alan Richards to its Board of Directors. Rebecca was elected to the Board at The Resource Center’s Annual Meeting. She worked in TRC’s Rehabilitation and Employment Services departments for eight years before joining Kelly Services in Dunkirk, where she serves as a Senior Account Talent [...]
The Resource Center recently honored the staff at one of its homes after the residence underwent a positive survey from New York State inspectors. Employees who work at one of The Resource Center’s homes on Gifford Avenue in Celoron were honored with TRC’s agency-wide Staff Appreciation Award for the fourth quarter of 2018. TRC officials [...]
About 140 people were recognized for their years of dedicated service to improving the lives of people with disabilities when The Resource Center held its 34th annual Employee Service Recognition Luncheon. The event, held January 15 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron, honored employees and members of the board of directors who, during 2018, [...]
Beth Jermain and Karen Williamson have received The Resource Center’s top employee honors for 2018. Jermain, The Resource Center’s support option administrator, received the Joseph Trusso Jr. Employee of the Year Award for the positive difference she has made in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities, not only in 2018 but throughout her 30-year [...]
The Resource Center is celebrating its 60th anniversary of improving the lives of people with disabilities, and area residents are invited to join the celebration by becoming members of TRC. The Resource Center is a membership organization, and membership is open to anyone 18 and older who believes in TRC’s mission of supporting people with [...]
Those looking to enjoy a fun night out while supporting people with disabilities should plan to attend the third annual Sassy Baggs & Beyond “Blingo” fund-raiser Wednesday, February 6. The event will be held at The Resource Center’s administrative offices at 200 Dunham Avenue in Celoron. Doors will open at 6:00, with the Blingo games [...]
The success of The Resource Center’s employee wellness program has again garnered national recognition. Donna Trusso, the Manager of TRC’s STARS wellness program, recently was named to the Corporate Health and Wellness Association’s 2018 “Well-being 100” list of wellness leaders. The Well-being 100 Awards honor professionals, consultants, agents and brokers in the human resources, wellness [...]