Hi there,

This morning, our national association, ANCOR, announced that Matt Ennist from New Hampshire has received the 2023 Direct Service Professional Award. Chosen from a pool of over 350 nominees, Matt was selected for his exemplary dedication, creativity, and innovation. Please join me in congratulating Matt on this well-deserved recognition!

In Case You Missed It On iAspire

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Change

Aspire has been keeping a careful eye on the lingering effects of the pandemic and the coming end of the public health emergency on May 11, 2023. We are changing our vaccination policy, effective immediately.

What Do You Want to See on iAspire?

Your unique perspectives can help make the intranet more valuable and relevant. We invite you to give suggestions on what you’d like to see on iAspire! 

Potential Unlocked: David Heads for Independence

Independence is hard work, and it isn’t built alone. David shares a home with two Aspire providers, where he's working towards his goal of living on his own.

New Additional Compensation Form

In an effort to streamline the processing of Aspire’s various Additional Compensation Program offerings, a new Additional Compensation Form has been developed.

Opportunity Knocks at Seven Homes in Massachusetts

The workforce shortage has made it difficult for agencies like Aspire to open much-needed new programs. By asking “What else could we do?” Aspire has found another way.

Micro-Trainings Now Available on Workplace Learning Site

In the last few months, micro-trainings have been presented in the Community Meetings to inform you on a variety of topics in quick bites that can be a catalyst for conversations within Aspire programs. Access them on-demand and additional training resources in iAspire.

Academy Students Run School Newspaper

Running a school newspaper gives students the opportunity to grow their critical thinking and communication skills, work as a team, and express their ideas and creativity. Read the latest editions of student-led newspapers:

• What's Buzzin' by ALL Academy in Stratford
• The Hive Herald by ALL Academy in Stamford

2023 Cigna Wellness Webinars 

Be the best you, physically and emotionally. Tune in to Cigna's live and on-demand webcasts in 2023 to learn ways to improve your overall well-being. 

Upcoming Events

Internal Individual Record Review

April 24 - May 31
*Schools Only

Aspire Community Meeting

April 26 • Virtual
10 AM or 2:30 PM

Virtual Self-Advocacy Group

May 18 • Virtual
1 PM

Celebrations & Aspirations

Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who are celebrating milestones at Aspire in April.

Promotions

Congratulations to Aspire employees who were promoted to new roles in March.

New Team Members

Welcome to our new colleagues. We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join the Aspire Living & Learning community. Click below to see who’s joined us in March and reach out to give them a warm welcome!

Kudos

Whether they've been recognized as a servant leader, team player, difference maker, or Aspire allstar - bravo to all those who have been identified by their peers for going above and beyond!