Thank you to all who joined us for our Pinedale Open House! We happily welcomed the ATI Family and Partners to our new youth residential home at our Open House on Wednesday, August 24. We gave tours, shared information on all of our services, and enjoyed an afternoon with all.
Pinedale is a community-based youth residential home that operates an 11 bed, 1:4 Group Home for transitional age males and females. Our home works on a relationship-based approach and incorporates the philosophies of the Building Bridges Initiative and Collaborative Problem Solving approach throughout treatment. The goal of the program is to prepare adolescents for an eventual transition to a more independent living situation and overall economic, social, and emotional stability.
We hope you felt the WOW! Magic that will fill our newest home as our Residents begin moving in over the next few weeks.
Check out a few pictures from the event below.
Thank you for following us past the second star to the right and straight on til morning, to Neverland
for our 16th Annual Life Matters Awards Gala!
Check out fantastic news coverage of the event in the Eagle Tribune, Rumbo News (pages 18-19), and the Valley Patriot (page 15).
The WOW! Magic evening was filled with great company, a delicious meal, awards, celebration,
entertainment by Last Laugh, a candy bar donated by Ye Olde Pepper Companie, wonderful desserts by Buttermilk Baking Company, our 50/50 Pirate’s Booty Raffle which reached over $6.900, silent auctions, your favorite Neverland characters, and amazing decorations that brought Neverland to life!
We were so pleased to celebrate our award winners:
Life Matters Award: George Howshan
Company or the Year: Lowell Community Health Center
Vendor or the Year: Simply Elegant Catering
Outstanding Partners: Monogram Gourmet Foods, Reach 4 Real/Amplifi, Dr. Raju
Navaratnam, Preferred Pharmacy Solutions, Dr. Michael Grossman, and Elite
Manufacturing Services
Thank you to Senator Barbara L’Italien for presenting George Howshan with an Official
Citation on behalf of the State Senate. Thank you to Peter Blanchette who presented George with an Official Citation on behalf of Rep. Marcos Devers.
Check out write-ups on each of our award winners below.
Check out pictures from the WOW! Magic evening below, with a full album of photos available here!
Below is an article on the 2016 Life Matters Award Winner, George Howshan, from the October 9, 2016 edition of the Eagle Tribune, followed by our 2016 Life Matters Award video presentation.
View the 2016 Life Matters Award video presentation for our 2016 award recipient, George Howshan, below. Share your congratulatory remarks with him here. Be sure to give our video a thumbs up to show your support!
This WOW! Magic evening was made possible through the support of our amazing Partners who purchased ads in our program book, bought tickets and attended the event to celebrate with us, and became sponsors. Thank you!
Thank you!
To all who joined us for our August 25th Painting Creations! Your support of our Creative Process means so much to our youth Residents, and all of us!
Our Painting Creations attendees had such a great night at our Andover location on August 25, painting, chatting, laughing, and enjoying our spread of delicious food, sandwiches, assorted beverages, and wine. The tone was set with relaxing music playing lightly in the background.
The laid-back evening kicked off with a visit from one of our youth Residents, a participant in the Creative Process program. He shared how much he is enjoying the arts-based program that is allowing him to express himself through t-shirt making and photography. The program’s Creative Director, Colleague Felix Khut, shared the program’s mission which is to empower our youth Residents by way of art through the process of exploring their own creativity.
Check out a few pictures from the evening below. Then be sure to check our Events page for future Painting Creations Paint Night Fundraisers and other fundraisers for the Creative Process here.
Thank you to all who supported us at our Noche Mexicana Fundraiser on Friday, August 26, at Margaritas at the Loop in Methuen!
Though the total raised is not available at this time, we know no matter how much money we raised, we had so many supporters at the event. And we’re so thankful for that. We really felt the WOW! Magic in your support.
All of the money raised will go directly to our Creative Process program, an arts program for our youth Residents that will allow them to explore and express themselves through various art mediums. The mission of the program is to empower our youth Residents by way of art through the process of exploring their own creativity. The hope is that those in the program learn about themselves and define their individuality through artistic leisure and freedom of expression.
Once again, thank you to the ATI family and friends, as well as our amazing Partners, for showing your support! Find future Creative Process fundraisers on our Events page.
Our 2nd Annual WOW! Magic Colleague Cookout brought our ATI Family and friends together on Saturday, August 20th at our Campanelli location. The Outrageously Memorable day will be talked about by our Colleagues and their families for years to come.
The afternoon party kicked off right at noon. All attendees were greeted by our smiling Colleague Debbie, who handed out ATI swag, goodie bags for the kids, and even tickets for delicious soft serve from an ice cream truck!
The kids and “the big kids” (our Colleagues) immediately made a bee line straight for the two giant inflatable attractions, a Bounce House, and what could only be described as the largest, most fun filled, Obstacle Course that we’ve ever seen, rented from Paul Rents.
There was literally something to do for everyone, from lawn games galore and basketball to table top board and card games, to a water spraying misting tent and…who could possibly forget the amazing face painting, courtesy of our very own and very talented Colleague Paige.
The smell of barbecue wafted through the air as delicious food was prepared and served by none other than Simply Elegant Catering. There were burgers and hot dogs, garden salad and potato salad, watermelon and cookies. The food was absolutely delicious.
Once everyone had their fill of the savory stuff, they strolled on down the driveway with their golden ice cream tickets to the on-site ice cream truck where they had their pick of every type and variation of soft serve ice cream and toppings that you could ever imagine.
The day could only be described as a huge success…a day filled with great food, endless fun, good conversation, wonderful people, and of course…our signature WOW! Magic.
Check out some of our pictures from the day below.
This American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED Course will be held Monday, August 29, 2016, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6 Campanelli Drive in Andover.
One in every four Americans say they’ve been in a situation where someone needed CPR. If you were one of them, would you know what to do? Studies have shown that being trained in CPR can make the lifesaving difference when someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest.
Course Description
During this one-day course, you will be trained in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and the use of an AED (automated external defibrillator). This training meets the needs of workplace responders, school staff, professional responders, healthcare providers, as well as the general public. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be issued a digital certificate, good for two years.
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Respond to common first aid emergencies including burns, cuts, head, neck and back injuries, and more.
• Respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies.
• Know how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Meet Our Trainer
Donny Wise is a training specialist and Certified Health Care Instructor with more than 10 years experience in providing training to diverse individuals. He has dedicated 15 years to caring for adults with disabilities in residential and day program settings.
Costs
This course is $110 per person. The price includes training and all course materials.
Registration
To register, please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-655-6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 10+ days prior to the course will receive a FULL REFUND. Cancellations made 5-9 days prior to course will receive a 50% REFUND. Cancellations within 4 business days or for absentees will receive NO REFUND.
Questions
Please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-655-6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com with any questions.
Tuition must be paid prior to the day of the course.
Space is limited!
Search for other training opportunities on our events page.
This MAP Training will be held Monday – Thursday, August 15 – 18, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 6 Campanelli Drive in Andover. All attendees must arrive by 8:45 a.m. on the first day, August 15.
Course Description
Completion of this 4-day course meets the 16-hour requirement to prepare and qualify you to take the MAP test. At the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Safely administer medications as regulated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health
• Learn the technique of medication administration and management
• Properly document, record, and store medication, including countable medication
• Accurately transcribe doctor’s orders
Meet Our Trainers
Maxine Pierce is a registered nurse, with over 30 years of experience, providing quality care to diverse individuals. She has dedicated her career to medical/surgical and geriatric patients, as well as intellectually disabled populations. She is an experienced MAP instructor and MAP monitor and has conducted specialized trainings and competencies under the MAP program, which certifies individuals to safety administer medications and is recognized in the DDS and DCF/DMH systems.
Karen Grundy is a registered nurse who has been in the health care field for 24 years, specializing in a variety of settings including Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Ophthalmology before joining American Training. Karen has experience in facilitating orientation and competencies of other health care professionals, and she recently expanded her credentials to include MAP Trainer. She looks forward to conducting MAP classes.
Costs
Course fee is $250 per person. Includes four-day training, lunch on day two, and all course materials. Course fee must be paid prior to beginning the course, and you must present a current photo ID. Please note that D&S Diversified Technologies may require you to pay additional testing fees if you are not covered by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) or Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
Registration
To register, please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-685-2151, ext. 6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 10+ days prior to the course will receive a FULL REFUND. Cancellations made 5-9 days prior to course will receive a 50% REFUND. Cancellations within 4 business days or for absentees will receive NO REFUND.
Questions
Please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-685-2151, ext. 6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com with any questions.
Tuition must be paid prior to beginning the course and you must present a current photo ID.
Space is limited!
Search for other training opportunities on our events page.
Thank you to all who joined us or grabbed takeout on Friday, July 22, for our Noche Mexicana Fundraiser at Margaritas at the Loop in Methuen.
The amount of supporters who showed up to represent for American Training was Extraordinary. You all really brought the WOW! Magic to the night!
More than 100 people joined us and helped us raise over $400! Thank you! All of the money will go directly to our Creative Process program, an arts program for our youth Residents that will allow them to explore and express themselves through various art mediums.
Once again, thank you to the ATI family and friends, as well as our amazing Partners, for showing your support! If you didn’t get the chance to join us this time, stay tuned, we’re holding another Noche Mexicana Fundraiser on August 26. Find out more here.
To check out other fundraisers for the Creative Process, please visit our Events Page here. And check out our upcoming Painting Creations Paint Night Fundraiser, on August 11, here.
Eight pirates. One Best Costume Award. And lots of fun! The Mayor’s Cup Regatta was awesome!!
Sunday, July 10th, was the annual AccesSportAmerica fundraiser, the regatta, in which various teams compete in a rowing competition, rowing down the Charles in search of victory.
Our friends at Ultimate Parking sponsored a boat for us, and we brought the WOW! Magic in full force! Our team, the Jolly Rogers, arrived in their pirate gear, led by the fearless Captain Hook.
But Hook and his pirates weren’t alone. A few more familiar faces from Neverland were there. We had Peter Pan, his famous shadow, the Lost Boys, and even a few fairies. And though they don’t always see eye-to-eye with Captain Hook and his crew, they were all there to cheer them on at the Mayor’s Cup.
Hook and his seven best rowers took to the Charles River and paddled their way to a 10:01 finish time. But that wasn’t all. They also earned first place in the Best Costume category, or as the announcer declared, they earned Best in Show!
We enjoyed a luau, complete with live music and performances, and some amazing food! The whole day was really incredible!
Thank you to all who came out to join us and support us, to Ultimate Valet for their sponsorship, and to AccesSportAmerica for hosting such a great event! And congratulations to all of our fellow competitors!
Want to join us in Neverland again this fall and experience even more WOW! Magic? Check out our Life Matters Awards Gala 2016 here.
Check out a few pictures from the Mayor’s Cup Regatta below.
This American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED Course will be held Monday, July 25, 2016, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6 Campanelli Drive in Andover.
One in every four Americans say they’ve been in a situation where someone needed CPR. If you were one of them, would you know what to do? Studies have shown that being trained in CPR can make the lifesaving difference when someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest.
Course Description
During this one-day course, you will be trained in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and the use of an AED (automated external defibrillator). This training meets the needs of workplace responders, school staff, professional responders, healthcare providers, as well as the general public. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be issued a digital certificate, good for two years.
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Respond to common first aid emergencies including burns, cuts, head, neck and back injuries, and more.
• Respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies.
• Know how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Meet Our Trainer
Donny Wise is a training specialist and Certified Health Care Instructor with more than 10 years experience in providing training to diverse individuals. He has dedicated 15 years to caring for adults with disabilities in residential and day program settings.
Costs
This course is $110 per person. The price includes training and all course materials.
Registration
To register, please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-655-6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com.
Questions
Please contact Danielle LaPointe at 978-655-6850 or daniellelapointe@americantraininginc.com with any questions.
Tuition must be paid prior to the day of the course.
Space is limited!
Search for other training opportunities on our events page.