FALL 2016

401 Rutgers Avenue | Swarthmore, PA 19081 | 610-328-5955 | www.cades.org

401 Rutgers Avenue Swarthmore, PA 19081

Nonprofit OrgUS Postage

PAIDPermit #84

Conshohocken, PA

In my few short weeks, at CADES, I have been warmly welcomed by board, staff, clients, families and friends. It has been very heartening to have such an open reception, especially coming into a position that has been fi lled for 39 years by Bill Benson. Bill was gracious enough to stay on until the end of August to help shepherd me, around complete with a tour of the basement and the storage area –wow.

Moving forward, it is my desire to continue CADES’ mission of “Building Hope, Transforming Lives”, which it has been doing for the last 65 years. Also, I want to move CADES more into the community, which will not only support our compliance with the new federal regulations but will provide our clients with a more expansive and enriched environment. In turn, this will help others better understand the contribution people with disabilities can make to their neighborhoods.

I look forward to meeting when you are on our campus.

Editors’ Spotlight: Julie Alleman

Visit our website at www.cades.org

Click the donate button. There is a donor designation area to specify how you wish your donation be utilized. Don’t forget to add your email address. You can also contact the development department at 610-328-5955.

The offi cial registration and fi nancial information of Children and Adult Disability and Educational Services may be obtained from the PA Dept. of State by calling toll free within PA (1-800-732-0999). Registration does not imply endorsement.

IT’S SIMPLE TO SUPPORT CADES

CADES’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce

Julie Alleman joined CADES on July 5, 2016, as the new Executive Director

CADES’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of a new Executive Director, Julie Alleman, who joined CADES on July 5, 2016.

Julie Alleman comes to us from Green Tree School and Services where she was the COO. Julie has extensive experience in education, residential and developmental disabilities. She has overseen a number of organizations that have multipronged operations, with has afforded her experience in agency expansion, both operational and fi scal strategic planning, human resources and compliance.

Julie is a non-profi t administrator, with a strong foundation as a clinician and educator. With over 20 years in the special education, residential and mental health fi eld as a strategic leader, behavior and program consultant, Julie is dedicated to help specialized programs that serve individuals with extraordinary needs reach new heights and achieve their greatest potential. She partners with professional teams to navigate challenging and complex treatment barriers to create effi cient, effective programs that provide a strong foundation for success and professional development. Julie is also a skilled trainer and facilitator on complex neurodevelopmental and mental health issues and their effect on learning. Most important, Julie believes in nurturing a community of clients, staff and families that believe in, trust and support one another.

Following college, Julie began her career as a Residential Counselor and recognized early the importance of training and professional development for direct care staff, which has been a core value for her throughout her career. Julie has a MSS from Bryn Mawr and she attended Franklin and Marshall College completing her BA in sociology and Psychology. Additionally, she obtained a Certifi cate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Cincinnati. Julie is on the Board of Directors for Delaware Rush, coaches soccer and has been Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts. She and her husband live in Chester County with their two daughters, ages eleven and nine

UNITED WAY KICK-OFF

The 2016 United Way Workplace Campaign has begun here at CADES. We hope that you will support CADES and encourage you to share the CADES’ story with others who consider donating to the campaign. Please use the CADES’ Donor Designated Number 119 to assign your donation to CADES.

It is with heartfelt gratitude that we report last year United Way raised over $20,000 from friends who signed up for payroll deductions to support CADES. Help us achieve the 2016 goal for CADES of $25,000! Monies raised will support CADES’ Preschool Program.

This year Julie Alleman, our new Executive Director has been added to the UW speaker bureau –so be sure to say hello if she comes to your company or request her to come speak to your group.

Investment in UW helps support nonprofi ts that provide a wide diversity of services through a multitude of organizations. Many of these agency recipients serve your family, friends and neighbors. Remember CADES United Way Donor Designated Number is 119.Thanks!

Julie Alleman, New Executive Director CADES

CADES’ celebrates its 65th Birthday and Bill Benson’s Retirement at the Annual Dinner

The Board of Directors, staff, clients, volunteers and families also celebrated CADES’ 65 years of service to people with disabilities. As CADES moves forward-we look back at our humble beginnings and toast our exciting future. CADES is a nonprofi t human services organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, using a family-centered approach to care. The evening was a celebration of love, joy and memories.

George Whitfi eld presents Bill Benson with his plaque and gift of appreciation for his 39 years of service to CADES. Bill Benson announced his retirement to the Board of Directors effective August 31, 2016. CADES has been fortunate to have had Bill’s expertise and dedication for all these years. Bill has been a unique leader, who by his own words, led by example. Bill is very humble about his tenure at CADES and consistently has given credit to staff and board for CADES’ growth. Many of the staff came right from college and have professionally grown under Bill’s guidance. Claire Molton, CADES’ Assistant Director, comments:

“As the Assistant Director I have worked with Bill for 39 years. Having preceded his entry to what was then UCP of Delaware County by about a year; apprehension soon gave way to a close working relationship. Bill is

leaving a great legacy.”

Bill Benson with the George Crothers Memorial School Parent Group

Senator Thomas J. McGarrigle presents Bill Benson with a PA Senate Citation honoring his 39 years at CADES

Clients from CADES’ Adult Day Program entertain our guest with a medley of songs from our 6 decades of service.

Karl Thomas, President of CADES’ Board of Directors, accepts Citation from Representative Leanne T. Krueger-Braneky honoring CADES for 65 years of service to people with disabilities. We also honored Karl Thomas, President of CADES Board of Directors, announced he will step down at the end of his current term after 20 years of service. Bill Benson, Executive Director remarked,

George Whitfi eld, incoming President of CADES’ Board of Directors presents Bill Beck, board member, with a commemoration for his years of service to CADES. Bill came to CADES as Program Assistant in the Adult program and stayed to serve for over 28 years on the board.

“Bill is a wonderful example of how a person with disabilities can rise above their limitations and be not only successful in their chosen profession but can give back as

well,” explains Bill Benson.

Bill Benson receiving his citation from Delaware County Council Picture from left to right:

Councilman Dave White, Bill Benson, Chairman Mario Civera, Jr And Vice-Chairman Collen P. Morrone

“CADES has been extremely privileged to have a Board Member like J. Karl Thomas. His generosity of time, resources, along with getting the

community involved with CADES has been important to our successful growth. I have the highest respect and gratitude for Karl’s guidance and leadership at CADES, for the last 19 years, of which for 10 years he has

been the Board President.” All proceeds from our Annual Dinner will benefi t the Vehicle

Replacement Fund

CADES’ celebrates its 65th Birthday and Bill Benson’s Retirement at the Annual Dinner

The Board of Directors, staff, clients, volunteers and families also celebrated CADES’ 65 years of service to people with disabilities. As CADES moves forward-we look back at our humble beginnings and toast our exciting future. CADES is a nonprofi t human services organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, using a family-centered approach to care. The evening was a celebration of love, joy and memories.

George Whitfi eld presents Bill Benson with his plaque and gift of appreciation for his 39 years of service to CADES. Bill Benson announced his retirement to the Board of Directors effective August 31, 2016. CADES has been fortunate to have had Bill’s expertise and dedication for all these years. Bill has been a unique leader, who by his own words, led by example. Bill is very humble about his tenure at CADES and consistently has given credit to staff and board for CADES’ growth. Many of the staff came right from college and have professionally grown under Bill’s guidance. Claire Molton, CADES’ Assistant Director, comments:

“As the Assistant Director I have worked with Bill for 39 years. Having preceded his entry to what was then UCP of Delaware County by about a year; apprehension soon gave way to a close working relationship. Bill is

leaving a great legacy.”

Bill Benson with the George Crothers Memorial School Parent Group

Senator Thomas J. McGarrigle presents Bill Benson with a PA Senate Citation honoring his 39 years at CADES

Clients from CADES’ Adult Day Program entertain our guest with a medley of songs from our 6 decades of service.

Karl Thomas, President of CADES’ Board of Directors, accepts Citation from Representative Leanne T. Krueger-Braneky honoring CADES for 65 years of service to people with disabilities. We also honored Karl Thomas, President of CADES Board of Directors, announced he will step down at the end of his current term after 20 years of service. Bill Benson, Executive Director remarked,

George Whitfi eld, incoming President of CADES’ Board of Directors presents Bill Beck, board member, with a commemoration for his years of service to CADES. Bill came to CADES as Program Assistant in the Adult program and stayed to serve for over 28 years on the board.

“Bill is a wonderful example of how a person with disabilities can rise above their limitations and be not only successful in their chosen profession but can give back as

well,” explains Bill Benson.

Bill Benson receiving his citation from Delaware County Council Picture from left to right:

Councilman Dave White, Bill Benson, Chairman Mario Civera, Jr And Vice-Chairman Collen P. Morrone

“CADES has been extremely privileged to have a Board Member like J. Karl Thomas. His generosity of time, resources, along with getting the

community involved with CADES has been important to our successful growth. I have the highest respect and gratitude for Karl’s guidance and leadership at CADES, for the last 19 years, of which for 10 years he has

been the Board President.” All proceeds from our Annual Dinner will benefi t the Vehicle

Replacement Fund

FALL 2016

401 Rutgers Avenue | Swarthmore, PA 19081 | 610-328-5955 | www.cades.org

401 Rutgers Avenue Swarthmore, PA 19081

Nonprofit OrgUS Postage

PAIDPermit #84

Conshohocken, PA

In my few short weeks, at CADES, I have been warmly welcomed by board, staff, clients, families and friends. It has been very heartening to have such an open reception, especially coming into a position that has been fi lled for 39 years by Bill Benson. Bill was gracious enough to stay on until the end of August to help shepherd me, around complete with a tour of the basement and the storage area –wow.

Moving forward, it is my desire to continue CADES’ mission of “Building Hope, Transforming Lives”, which it has been doing for the last 65 years. Also, I want to move CADES more into the community, which will not only support our compliance with the new federal regulations but will provide our clients with a more expansive and enriched environment. In turn, this will help others better understand the contribution people with disabilities can make to their neighborhoods.

I look forward to meeting when you are on our campus.

Editors’ Spotlight: Julie Alleman

Visit our website at www.cades.org

Click the donate button. There is a donor designation area to specify how you wish your donation be utilized. Don’t forget to add your email address. You can also contact the development department at 610-328-5955.

The offi cial registration and fi nancial information of Children and Adult Disability and Educational Services may be obtained from the PA Dept. of State by calling toll free within PA (1-800-732-0999). Registration does not imply endorsement.

IT’S SIMPLE TO SUPPORT CADES

CADES’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce

Julie Alleman joined CADES on July 5, 2016, as the new Executive Director

CADES’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of a new Executive Director, Julie Alleman, who joined CADES on July 5, 2016.

Julie Alleman comes to us from Green Tree School and Services where she was the COO. Julie has extensive experience in education, residential and developmental disabilities. She has overseen a number of organizations that have multipronged operations, with has afforded her experience in agency expansion, both operational and fi scal strategic planning, human resources and compliance.

Julie is a non-profi t administrator, with a strong foundation as a clinician and educator. With over 20 years in the special education, residential and mental health fi eld as a strategic leader, behavior and program consultant, Julie is dedicated to help specialized programs that serve individuals with extraordinary needs reach new heights and achieve their greatest potential. She partners with professional teams to navigate challenging and complex treatment barriers to create effi cient, effective programs that provide a strong foundation for success and professional development. Julie is also a skilled trainer and facilitator on complex neurodevelopmental and mental health issues and their effect on learning. Most important, Julie believes in nurturing a community of clients, staff and families that believe in, trust and support one another.

Following college, Julie began her career as a Residential Counselor and recognized early the importance of training and professional development for direct care staff, which has been a core value for her throughout her career. Julie has a MSS from Bryn Mawr and she attended Franklin and Marshall College completing her BA in sociology and Psychology. Additionally, she obtained a Certifi cate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Cincinnati. Julie is on the Board of Directors for Delaware Rush, coaches soccer and has been Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts. She and her husband live in Chester County with their two daughters, ages eleven and nine

UNITED WAY KICK-OFF

The 2016 United Way Workplace Campaign has begun here at CADES. We hope that you will support CADES and encourage you to share the CADES’ story with others who consider donating to the campaign. Please use the CADES’ Donor Designated Number 119 to assign your donation to CADES.

It is with heartfelt gratitude that we report last year United Way raised over $20,000 from friends who signed up for payroll deductions to support CADES. Help us achieve the 2016 goal for CADES of $25,000! Monies raised will support CADES’ Preschool Program.

This year Julie Alleman, our new Executive Director has been added to the UW speaker bureau –so be sure to say hello if she comes to your company or request her to come speak to your group.

Investment in UW helps support nonprofi ts that provide a wide diversity of services through a multitude of organizations. Many of these agency recipients serve your family, friends and neighbors. Remember CADES United Way Donor Designated Number is 119.Thanks!

Julie Alleman, New Executive Director CADES