Day Spring

During Disability Pride Month, we want to shine our resident spotlight on Mary Ann, a remarkable member of our community who has made incredible contributions!

Mary Ann, a proud Kentucky native and Day Spring resident of nearly 30 years, has been a passionate advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. She demonstrated her commitment by attending the State Capitol Annex for the 874K Disabilities Coalition Rally, where she actively lobbied for disability rights.

Beyond her advocacy, Mary Ann has generously volunteered her time at the humane society and Louisville Metro Animal House. Her favorite part? Spending time with the dogs, especially Alaskan Huskies and pugs!

When she's not volunteering, Mary Ann enjoys watching wrestling, with her favorite wrestler being Ryan Howe. She also has a love for music, particularly rock and roll and some country. Her favorite band is the iconic KISS!

When asked what she would like people to know about her, Mary Ann proudly shared that she is a "smart and intelligent woman."

Join us in celebrating Mary Ann and her wonderful contributions to our community during Disability Pride Month!

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to honor the unique talents, contributions, and resilience of individuals with disabilities. This month also marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed on July 26, 1990.

Disability pride means accepting and honoring each person’s uniqueness as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity. Disabled people are the largest and most diverse minority within the population, representing all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Yet, they are often not recognized as equals or valued members of society.

A thriving society is one where everyone is included and it cannot truly flourish until all members are embraced. Day Spring participants are your peers, employees, and neighbors. At Day Spring, we believe that everyone deserves a path forward, regardless of their ability and we are committed to ensuring that people with intellectual disabilities are seen, heard, and valued.

Join us in celebrating Disability Pride Month and look out for posts detailing more information about this important month and inspiring stories from our own Day Spring community!

Thank you to the youth volunteers from St. Michael Catholic Church for spending your afternoon helping improve our campus landscaping. We love having volunteers of all ages come out and get connected with Day Spring!

If you’re interested in volunteering with us feel free to send a message to [email protected]. We look forward to having you!

Shining a spotlight on Donna, who has been a beloved member of the Day Spring family for an incredible TWENTY-FIVE years!

Before joining us, Donna was a cashier at the local Winn Dixie. Her personality and genuine interactions with the residents caught staff's attention, and they immediately knew she would be a wonderful addition to the Day Spring team. Despite already working two jobs at the time, Donna joined Day Spring as her third job, bringing her dedication and hard work to our community.

Donna has worked in every Day Spring house except for Audubon Ridge and her meticulous attention to detail in medication administration has played a crucial role in improving our med admin systems. As a leader on the overnight shift, Donna holds her coworkers to a higher standard, ensuring the best care for our residents. Her commitment and eye for detail have made a significant impact on our team.

We are incredibly grateful for Donna's many years of dedicated service and are honored to have her as part of our Day Spring family. Donna you are truly a treasure, and we celebrate your dedication and passion. Thank you, for everything you do!

Happy 4th of July! ✨🇺🇸 Enjoy some Throwback Thursday pictures -America's Birthday Edition- of Day Spring residents lighting up the night with sparklers back in 2011. We hope everyone has a wonderful Independence Day!

Fiesta Fun with Our Family Home Providers! 🌮🎨

This weekend, we had a fun, fiesta-themed party with our Family Home Providers and their families!

The dedicated caregivers with the FHP progran open their homes and hearts to adults with disabilities, making them family.

We spent the day deepening our relationships, bonding over delicious food, and enjoying painting projects.

Thank you to everyone who came out to party with us!

On this sizzling Saturday, we are making artwork for our the upcoming 4th of July holiday! Look at our artists!

Meet Madison, the newest resident at our College for Living program. A passionate animal enthusiast, Madison adores horses and was excited to attend this year's Kentucky Derby with her family. Her love for animals also extends to dogs. She takes pride in her job at Pet Station Country Club, where she often sends staff updates about her favorite pups. Madison's affection for creatures doesn't end with furry friends—she amazed everyone last summer by catching a (harmless) snake with her bare hands!

When she's not with animals, Madison enjoys spending her days at Kentucky Kingdom or the Louisville Zoo, where she knows every ride and exhibit by name.

Madison is also committed to her health and fitness, practicing her cooking skills in the College for Living kitchen classes and swimming laps with her Special Olympics swim team.

Dedicated to gaining independence, she has recently started learning to drive and proudly earned her driver's permit! She is an intelligent and kind young woman with a wealth of wisdom to share. We are confident she will thrive as she moves towards greater independence.

The summer heat has us reminiscing about all the fun we've had during past summers. For this month's Throwback Thursday, enjoy these snapshots of our Day Spring family enjoying fun in the sun! ☀️🌸

Never had the opportunity to join a Day Spring lunch & learn? Mark your calendar for Wednesday, August 14th, and join us from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Spend your lunch hour discovering all that Day Spring has to offer! This is a fantastic opportunity to invite friends and colleagues who are also interested in our mission.

Whether you're a current donor, a former donor, or considering making a donation, come and learn how your contributions make a difference. If you're interested in volunteering or joining our board of directors, this event is a perfect way to get started.

Please RSVP to [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there!

Shoutout to our awesome board chairman for bringing us cookies during our audit week! We thank you!

We are incredibly grateful for the amazing group of volunteers from Humana who joined us on campus last week. They braved the heat to wash windows, revitalized our offices with fresh paint, and helped us get our mailers off to the post office. Their enthusiasm to tackle any task made for a fun and productive experience. Thank you, Humana for supporting your community!

We enjoyed a wonderful Juneteenth celebration on campus today! Thank you to all our staff who got involved and made the day memorable! 🖤❤️💚💛

Today Day Spring honors Juneteenth as we spend the day in reflection, celebration, and learning. This important day commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and honors the resilience, strength, and enduring spirit of Black Americans. We hope you'll join us in learning more about this significant day and recognizing the struggles and triumphs of the past while acknowledging the work that still lies ahead.

What a bittersweet week it has been! We bid farewell to our first The College for Living graduate, Daniel, who has moved into his very own apartment. Armed with the life skills he acquired at CFL, he feels confident to live independently. While he may no longer be on campus, Daniel will always remain a cherished member of the Day Spring family and is continuing to work with program administrators to build an alumni network. We will miss you Daniel, but we are excited to see all that you will accomplish!

Now is your time to start a career with Day Spring! Stop by this Friday during our all day, hiring event. No appointment needed!

What to Bring:
A valid driver's license
Proof of auto insurance
Your social security card

What to Expect:
Open interviews
Staff meet and greets
Tours of our Day Spring residences
Background check
Drug screening

Interested in a career with Day Spring? Stop by, and APPLY!

What to Expect:
The day of the hiring event will include open interviews, staff meet and greets, and tours of our Day Spring residences. This is a great opportunity to interview with our nonprofit organization and you could be hired on the spot!

In order to receive an interview during the hiring event, you must bring with you a valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and your social security card. You must also be able to pass with a clean background check and drug screening.

All fulltime positions feature competitive wages, lucrative vacation/sick time, and employee benefits.

For questions or to send your resume before the hiring event, please reach out to HR Manager, Natalie Bishop, at [email protected].

Yesterday, we celebrated Daniel's incredible achievement as the first graduate from The College for Living! 🎉

We are incredibly proud of all his hard work towards independence. Daniel has been with the program for over 6 years and has proven he has the skills needed to live on his own with safety and confidence!

Throughout his journey, Daniel has made countless accomplishments, and we’re thrilled to add graduation to his list. He is a kind, loyal, and trustworthy individual, and we are lucky to have him as part of the Day Spring family.

Congratulations, Daniel! 🌟

Throwback Thursday is here to stay! In anticipation of the gala we shared a number of pictures from the past 30 years and we loved to hear the sweet sentiments and memories shared in response. So why not keep the throwbacks coming?

Over the decades, it's the incredible people who have both inspired our mission of hope and sustained it. Enjoy these throwback photos, featuring just a few of the individuals who make up the Day Spring family!

Thank you to Jon and Crystal at Transform for joining us on campus this week for our 10th staff development session!

The workshops and activities were designed to not only enhance our professional skills but also to inspire and support our personal journeys. From team-building exercises to mindfulness sessions, we learned, laughed, and grew together. (And most importantly we had lots of fun!)

The Horizon of Hope Gala photos just dropped! Check out some candid shots, pictures of guests, and our favorite shots, people boogieing on the dance floor in the "Horizon of Hope Gala 2024" Facebook album. We hope everyone enjoyed the event just as much as we did. See you next year!

Thank you to everyone who attended the Horizon of Hope Gala! We at Day Spring had a wonderful time and hope you did too! Your generosity will launch Day Spring into another amazing 30 years. Enjoy these sneak peek photos from the event, and stay tuned for more coming soon!

We want to extend a huge thank you to E-Rides, located in the Highlands, for their donation of an electric bike. Last night, at the Horizon of Hope Gala, we surprised our guests with a chance to win this e-bike if they pledged to support Day Spring. We're thrilled to announce that we raised over $3,000 from the bike!

Congratulations to our lucky winner, Julie! Enjoy your new ride! 🚴‍♀️✨

Thank you, E-Rides, for your kindness and support. Your donation made a significant impact and helped us further our mission.

What an amazing night for the Horizon of Hope Gala! Thank you so much to all who attended and generously gave! We will be posting more pictures, announcing total funds raised, and contacting winners of raffle and auction items in the week ahead.

Your support is deeply appreciated!

🌟 The Horizon of Hope Gala is happening TOMORROW! 🌟

We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who has bought tickets, participated in the bourbon raffle, and joined in the auction so far. Your support means the world to us, and we are truly overwhelmed with gratitude at such a generous outpouring of support. We couldn't continue the mission of Day Spring without you.

If you couldn't secure a ticket, you can still participate in our online auction. The auction is already generating excitement, but the real action starts tomorrow! Join the fun and bid for your chance to win amazing items. To participate, please create an account on Legacy of Louisville’s website https://legacylouisville.com/charity-event/i.html by clicking the link in the top right-hand corner.

If bourbon is more your speed you have one day left to enter our bourbon raffle for a chance to win a 20 year Pappy!! Enter at: https://go.rallyup.com/dayspring/Campaign/Details

Let's make tomorrow an unforgettable night!

Did you know when you enter the bourbon raffle it’s not just one chance to win but 12? There are 12 lots of top-ranking bourbons in the raffle. One ticket gets you a shot at any of them, including that 20 year Pappy we’ve been talking about. We only have two days left. Please help us sell out our tickets by clicking the link or sharing this post. All ticket sales go towards supporting our residents and mission.

Our Horizon of Hope Gala is just TWO DAYS AWAY! 🎉 As we eagerly anticipate this exciting event, we want to take a moment to look back at the original Horizon of Hope comprehensive campaign. Launched publicly in 2005, this ambitious campaign aimed to physically expand the Day Spring campus and extend our services to even more individuals! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, the campaign was a resounding success, enabling us to thrive and grow into the vibrant organization we are today.

This year, as we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we are reminded that it is the generous support of the community that creates horizons of hope for our residents. Your generosity and commitment have been the cornerstone of our journey, making so much possible over the past three decades.

As we reflect on the profound impact of our community and family supporters, we invite you to enjoy some throwback photos from our early days. Let's celebrate the past, present, and future together!

Elevate your bourbon game with a touch of distinction! Enter our bourbon raffle for a chance to win a bottle of the illustrious 2021 Michter's 10 Year Bourbon, personally signed by none other than Master Distiller Dan McKee! Don't just sip bourbon; experience a masterpiece crafted by a master distiller. Enter now at https://go.rallyup.com/dayspring/Campaign/Details and let Michter's elevate your spirits to new heights!