at Arc's Tucker Memorial Dinner & Auction.
 

Dear Friend,                                         
 
Please join me in honoring Joseph M. Valenzano, Jr., President & CEO of EP Global Communications.  Joe will be recognized as the Arc of East Middlesex's Man of the Year at The Richard Tucker Memorial Dinner & Auction, scheduled for November 10th at the Boston Marriott Peabody.  He was selected for this honor in recognition of the outstanding information, support and resources he provides to parents of children with disabilities and the public awareness he raises through Exceptional Parent.   
 
The Arc of East Middlesex (EMARC) is a nonprofit organization which assists children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.  I was proud to be their 2007 Man of the Year.  Founded in 1954, the Arc annually helps 1000 people with services including Residential Supports; Vocational Training; community Job Placement; the Center for Emerging Artists; School to Work Transition Services and the Journey to Independence; Life Choices, an innovative day habilitation program; a Family Resource Center; and a large Recreation Program. 

With your support, we know we can create a memorable night for Joe and surpass our previous record of raising $106,000 for vital services for kids and adults with disabilities and their families.     
 
How does your gift help?

• Preschoolers make friends and improve their coordination through Movement & Music
• School aged kids have fun and learn healthy tips through Cooking & Science 
• With adaptive assistance, kids with multiple disabilities have the thrill of skiing down a mountain or sailing for the first time
• Kids and adults
• experience the joy of being part of a team
• and the thrill of throwing, hitting or catching a ball
• Parents are guided through the education and service systems mazes and they don't feel alone.
• Young adults develop the communication skills and healthy lifestyle choices they need to live as independently as possible.
• Artists with disabilities express themselves and gain confidence through painting, sketching or crafting jewelry. 
• Eager job applicants are supported in finding and keeping employment and earning paychecks.  
• Brothers and sisters of children and adults with developmental disabilities feel supported through the Arc's Sibshops, which benefits the whole family. 
• Older parents are given the information and support they need to plan for the future of their sons and daughters. 
• Children and adults with disabilities are supported in becoming full participants in their communities, at home, at work and at play. 

Please click here to help!  Thank you for your consideration and assistance.      
 
Best Regards,
 
 
 
Steve Perlman. DDS, MScD
Health Care Professionals Chairman
Tucker Dinner & Auction         

 

Event Info

14th Annual Richard Tucker Memorial Dinner & Auction
Monday, November 10, 2008 5:30 PM
Boston Peabody Marriott, 8A Cenntennial Dr., Peabody, MA 01960