Monthly Archives: July 2011

Nicole’s last post discusses what’s she’s learned from her service at Easter Seals Central Texas.  (And congratulations Nicole on your new job!) I have learned so much from developing Employment and Beyond this year.  I have learned how to run … Continue reading →

This is an entry from Ricky about an interesting program they have in Houston allowing volunteers to ticket vehicles parked in reserved spaces. I just hope they are notifying the city when spaces are not clearly marked! I learned that … Continue reading →

Deidre’s blog post for the final quarter reflects on a recent telethon and the resulting contributions from the community. I wanted to take a few minutes to share what the BVRC has been up to the past few months! We … Continue reading →

Astric’s post reflects on the activity days that ETCIL plans for the local youth. It sounds like a good time! Here at ETCIL we have been doing some summer Youth Fun Days, and on these days we have plan various … Continue reading →

Lindsey’s quarterly post focuses on a client’s experience at the Imagine Art retreat in Gonzales. This month I attended an artist retreat for my worksite in which our clients were treated to three days of activities and art seminars at … Continue reading →

This is a very helpful post submitted by Meghan, ASSET Navigator at the Assistive Technology Lab at Goodwill Industries of Central Texas. Thanks, Meghan! Job searching, apartment hunting, social services, business, events, activities, schools, friends, family… It is not necessary … Continue reading →

Some regions of West Texas faced severe wildfires this past May. Hilda Lozano lives and serves in the area (at ABLE Center). Fortunately, Hilda and her family were safe. This is her account of the wildfire. On May 24, 2011 … Continue reading →

Joseph (Easter Seals Greater Houston) has written some insightful commentary on homeownership. Thanks, Joseph! Neitszche stated, “that which does not kill us makes us stronger.” However, in the housing market, it seems that the lender is fully intent upon killing … Continue reading →

This entry is about a recent experience in the life of Ian, our Double Click Navigator. This past weekend I found myself out late a popular drinking establishment known for its karaoke.  I quickly found myself bored with the caterwauling … Continue reading →

In this moving blog entry, Andrew writes about a mother with a goal of pursuing higher education. As a resource advocate at SafePlace, I often help people after they have been in crisis. It is one thing that I have … Continue reading →