Aspire Living & Learning

Connecticut Self-Advocacy Group
2023-11-21 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-10-17 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-09-19 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-08-15 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-07-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-06-20 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-05-16 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Aspire Living & Learning CT Office, 1125 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT, 06514, United States
Self-Advocacy is speaking up for yourself to make choices about what is important to you. Join the Connecticut Self-Advocacy Group at Aspire to:

Meet new people and have fun.
Learn about your rights and responsibilities.
Learn to speak up for yourself.
Get support from other people.
Become more active in your community.

Meetings take place in-person every month on the third Tuesday from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM beginning March 21st. All are encouraged to attend and bring with them any personalized supports including support staff. Pizza will be provided. If you have special dietary needs, please plan accordingly.
Please RSVP at: https://form.jotform.com/230645914614052

Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Fundraiser
2023-11-21 - 2023-12-10
Texas Roadhouse in Fallston, MD, is generously hosting a Gift Card Fundraiser to benefit Aspire Living & Learning. Here’s the delicious deal – For every gift card purchased, Texas Roadhouse will donate a generous 10% to Aspire. This is a great opportunity to treat yourself, your loved ones, and even start your holiday shopping early—all while making a positive impact on the Aspire community.
To participate and ensure Aspire receives a percentage of your purchase, please use the special link below.
👉 https://txrhgiftcards.com/collections/txrh-10-100-no-brd?ref=432AspireLivingLearning2023
The deadline to take advantage is December 10, 2023.

Virtual Self-Advocacy Group
2023-11-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-08-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-07-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-04-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Learn how to be an effective self-advocate! Self-Advocacy is speaking up for yourself to make choices about what is important to you. Join the Self-Advocacy Group at Aspire to:

• Meet new people and have fun.
• Learn about your rights and responsibilities.
• Learn to speak up for yourself.
• Get support from other people.
• Become more active in your community.

Meetings take place each month on the 3rd Thursday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Join the monthly virtual meeting via Zoom at zoom.us/j/97792997983

Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser
2023-10-17 15:00 - 22:00 | Texas Roadhouse Fallston, MD, 2428 Belair Road, Fallston, 21047, United States
Come help raise money and support Aspire Living & Learning by dining at Texas Roadhouse on Tuesday, October 17th! From 3 PM to 10 PM, 10% of dine-in and to-go purchases made with a fundraiser flyer presented during this timeframe will be donated to help fuel the work of empowering neurodiverse adults to grow, develop, and unlock their potential.
Please present THIS FLYER to the Fallston, MD location during the event to ensure Texas Roadhouse donates 10% of your total food purchases to Aspire.

Connecticut Parents & Guardians Partnership Meeting September 2023
2023-09-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Aspire Living & Learning Hamden Office, 1125 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT, 06514, United States
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Connecticut Parent & Guardian Partnership Meeting. Your presence and input are invaluable as we work together to enhance the support and services we provide to the Aspire community. Join the meeting to:

Get the Latest Updates: Learn about the latest developments and program enhancements.
Share Your Insights: Your perspectives matter! This is your chance to provide feedback and suggestions to help us improve and tailor our services.
Build a Strong Partnership: Collaborate with fellow parents, guardians, and the Aspire team to create a supportive community focused on the well-being of the people we support.

RSVP Now!

Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers) Self-Advocacy Group Anniversary Meeting
2023-09-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Aspire Living & Learning Bel Air Office, 2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air, MD, 21015
You’re Invited to Celebrate 7 Years of Self-Advocacy! Join the Voices of U.S. Self-Advocacy Group as we mark seven years of progress, unity, and empowerment for people with disabilities.
Enjoy the opportunity to connect with community members, share impactful success stories, gain valuable resource information, and experience a surprise visit from the Baltimore Orioles mascot.
RSVPs are encouraged, but not required. Let us know you’re coming by RSVPing here!

Wayback Burgers Fundraiser
2023-08-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Wayback Burgers Bel Air, 5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air, MD, 21015, United States
Come help raise money and support Aspire Living & Learning by dining at Wayback Burgers on Tuesday, August 15th! From 4 PM to 8 PM, 15% of all purchases made during this timeframe will be donated to help fuel the work of empowering neurodiverse adults to grow, develop, and unlock their potential. No flyer is needed, just show up and enjoy a delicious meal!
Advance orders can be called into 410-569-2711 beginning at 4 PM.

Wayback Burgers Fundraiser
2023-07-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Wayback Burgers Bel Air, 5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air, MD, 21015, United States
Come help raise money and support Aspire Living & Learning by dining at Wayback Burgers on Tuesday, July 18th! From 4 PM to 8 PM, 15% of all purchases made during this timeframe will be donated to help fuel the work of empowering neurodiverse children and adults to grow, develop, and unlock their potential. No flyer is needed, just show up and enjoy a delicious meal!
Advance orders can be called in to 410-569-2711 beginning at 4 PM.

Aspire Maryland Open House
2023-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Aspire Living & Learning Bel Air Office, 2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air, MD, 21015
Join us at Aspire Living & Learning’s Open House event! Experience an engaging and informative day where you’ll witness Aspire’s exceptional programming in action, explore our state-of-the-art facilities, immerse yourself in our vibrant community participation program, and discover exciting career opportunities.
We are proud to open our doors to all visitors who are curious to see firsthand how Aspire serves children and adults who are discovering their passions, unlocking potential, and thriving. Whether you’re a prospective participant, a family member, a community member, or a potential employee, this event is tailored to provide valuable insights into our organization and the transformative work we do.
Engage with our knowledgeable staff, who will be on hand to answer your questions and provide valuable information about various roles, qualifications, and the rewarding experience of working with us. Learn about the professional development opportunities we offer and the supportive work culture that distinguishes us as an employer of choice.
RSVP Now!

Aspire Career Fair & Hiring Event
2023-05-25 14:30 - 17:30 | Aspire Living & Learning Hamden Office, 1125 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT, 06514, United States
If you’re looking to start a rewarding career that makes a difference in the lives of many, then Aspire is the perfect place for you. Join us at the upcoming career fair to learn more about Aspire as an employer and to explore career opportunities at our organization. We’re currently hiring Direct Support Professionals, Behavior Analysts, and Program Managers at programs located throughout Connecticut.
Please RSVP so we can have materials prepared for you. Once you hit submit, be sure to check your email for confirmation and an application to fill out prior to the event.

Aspire Career Fair & Hiring Event
2023-05-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Wallingford Public Library, 200 N Main Street, Wallingford, CT, 06492, United States

Connecticut Nonprofit Rally & Lobby Day
2023-05-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Connecticut State Capitol, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, 06106, United States
Join Aspire at the capitol in Hartford on Wednesday, May 24, for Nonprofit Rally and Lobby Day, starting at 10 AM. Leaders from the Aspire community will be there at 9 AM to gather before going through security in the Legislative Office Building and proceed to the State Capitol South Lawn. See map for the meeting location (red X) and parking options. If arriving after 9 AM, proceed to the Capitol Building South Lawn and look for Aspire in purple shirts (Need a purple Aspire shirt? We’ll have one available for you). And please feel free to call or text Lisa Mierek, senior director of program operations, the day of the event to ensure you connect: (860) 780-4436.
Background: Connecticut’s legislature is developing the state’s budget for the next two years. Unfortunately, the budget proposal by the Appropriations Committee does not adequately fund services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
On May 1, Connecticut’s Office of Policy & Management and the Office of Fiscal Analysis reported that the state’s tax system is generating a surplus of almost $3 billion. Aspire and other service providers took more than their share of the burden during the lean years, losing 46 percent of their buying power to inflation.
In order for the budget to reflect the priorities important to our community, a 9% increase is needed. In a time of surplus, this is the moment to fund services fully.
Without additional funding, providers will be forced to reduce services to account for the inflation we have already experienced. Steps that some service providers are taking include closing programs, reducing the scope of services offered, and delaying much-needed innovations. Aspire is working hard to avoid such extreme measures. These outcomes are a disservice to people with disabilities, whose choices are shrinking and whose needs go unmet when no provider is available.
Cuts are also a disservice to the hardworking direct support professionals who do this essential work every day, who saw us through the pandemic, and who are the backbone of the system. We are already facing an unprecedented workforce shortage—funding that does not keep pace with costs is pushing the system to the brink.
If you can’t be there in person, contacting your legislators with your concerns is a great way to support a meaningful increase in funding. Legislators count every call, every email, and every visit from a constituent. Be counted! You can find your legislators and contact information here. Let them know the impact this funding makes in your life and the lives of the people we serve.

Wayback Burgers Fundraiser
2023-05-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Wayback Burgers Bel Air, 5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air, MD, 21015, United States
Come help raise money and support Aspire Living & Learning by dining at Wayback Burgers on May 16th! From 4 PM to 8 PM, 15% of your purchase made during this timeframe will be donated to help fuel the work of empowering neurodiverse children and adults to grow, develop, and unlock their potential.
Advance orders can be called in to 410-569-2711 beginning at 4 PM.

POSTPONED: PEP Spring Fling Cookout
2023-05-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Eight Point Sportmen’s Club, 147 Beaman Road, Sterling, MA, United States
Please note the PEP Spring Fling Cookout has been postponed due to inclement weather.
Please be on the lookout for an updated event date and information.
For questions, please contact:
Brad Battersby, Program Director
Ph: 978-868-8527 or bbattersby@allinc.org

Empowered Expo
2023-04-22 08:30 - 13:00 | Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD, United States
This FREE conference for teens and young adults with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, and their families, who are planning the journey from high school to adulthood. Aspire is proud to be an exhibitor at the event – so be sure to stop by our table and say hi to members of Aspire’s Day Options team.
Learn more about the event on Harford County’s website, HERE!

Humagalas April 17th Fundraiser
2023-04-17 16:00 - 22:00 | Humagalas, 16 Bel Air S Pkwy, Bel Air, MD, 21015, United States
Join us for a fundraiser at Humagalas on April 17th to help fuel the work of empowering neurodiverse children and adults to grow, develop, and unlock their potential. Humagalas will be donating 20% of all purchases during the event time to Aspire Living & Learning. No flyer is necessary to ensure your purchase will benefit Aspire!
In addition, for the entire month of April, Humagalas will be donating $3 to Aspire for every “BBQ Chicken” pizza and “The Wakey Wakey” burger sold.
