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NEWSLETTERS:
Fall 2011 Newsletter
Winter 2010 Newsletter
Summer 2009 Newsletter
Fall 2008 Newsletter
NEWSPAPER ARTICLES:
2009 Wish List Recipient Jessica Mullins
ANNUAL REPORT:
Annual Report 2011
Annual Report 2010
Annual Report 2009
Annual Report 2008
2011 Events:
Annual Dinner
Reality is Perception
Bridging the Gap 5K
Ladies Night Out
Our Children Achieve
2010 Events:
Annual Dinner
Bridging the Gap 5K Race/Walk
Ladies Night Out Pampering
Lanes End Stakes
Our Children Achieve Luncheon
2009 Events:
2009 Enquirer Wish List Recipient
Richwood Tahoe Railroad Train Ride Fundraiser
2009 Annual Dinner
Creative Hands Artisan Studio Art Show
1st Annual New Perceptions Golf Outing
Bridging the Gap 5K Race/Walk
Dixie Heights Students Visit New Perceptions
PAST EVENTS:
Summer 2007 Events:
New Perceptions @ Florence Freedom All-Star Game
New Perceptions, Inc. FunRaiser at Hofbrauhaus in Newport
Spring 2007 Events:
YARD SALE-Fundraiser A Success!
Kenton County Rotary Sponsors Clients Fishing & Picnic
CVG Police Soar To New Heights!
FLYING PIG '5K FOR A CAUSE'
Pre and Post Derby Gala 2007
St. Timothy's Gives a Hand!
Spring 2006 Events:
New Perceptions Fishing Trip
New Perceptions 4th Annual Fundraiser PRE-DERBY GALA
Spring/Summer 2005 Events:
Spaghetti Nob-Riverwalk Benefit
Pre-Derby Gala
Spring 2004 Events:
Riverwalk
Derby Gala
2011 Annual Dinner
44 clients and staff were honored at the 2011 Annual Dinner held at Receptions Banquet and Conference Center on October 25th. Justice Wil Schroder lead the installation of new Board members. Below are pictures from the evening.
Reality is Perception
Artwork from New Perceptions Art Abilities participants, along with artwork from Thunder-Sky, Inc. was displayed at The Carnegie on July 15th.
Billy B., with the hot air balloon picture he painted.
Ron M. provided music for the evening.
2011 Bridging the Gap 5K
Turfway Park was the location of this years 5K. The race helps fund Bridging The Gap, a summer sensory program for children with developmental disabilities. For information on next years race, contact New Perceptions at 859.344.9322.
2011 Ladies Night Out
Ladies gathered at The Gardens of Park Hills on May 12th to be pampered. They enjoyed the evening with their Gal Pals getting massages, makeup tips, new hairstyles, facial analysis, manicures, pedicures, and spent time with an Angel Reader. Fabulous Silent Auction and Chinese Auction items were available for the ladies for bidding to win. Two roundtrip tickets to NYC were also raffled off that evening. Below are a few pictures from the evening.
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2011 Our Children Achieve Luncheon
Over 175 people attended this special luncheon to hear Marc and Stephanie Arnold share the families journey after their son, Jacob, was diagnosed with Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS).
Jacob
Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors:
2010 Annual Dinner
Over 200 friends and family members attended the 2010 Annual Dinner on October 26th where 43 clients and staff received service awards. The evening of celebration was held at Receptions in Erlanger, KY. 
Installation of new Board members also took place during the evening festivities.
Gordon S. received his 20 year award from Paul M.
2010 Bridging the Gap 5K Race/Walk
Saturday, May 22nd the 2nd annual Bridging the Gap 5K Race/Walk was held at the Oakbrook Town Center in Florence, KY. Over 180 runners/walkers participated with proceeds benefiting the Bridging the Gap Summer Program. This program offers children with special needs the opportunity to continue therapy and education during the summer months. The eight-week sessions provide the tools needed to be ready for school in the fall and prepare them for an education setting in a group. This program also allows the children who are already in a school setting maintain their level of education without regression during the summer months.
Thank you to our sponsors, The Kidz Club and Pediatrics of Florence,
In-Kind Sponsors, IsocNet, and Sandy Cohen Printer. Also a special thank you to Red Robin Restaurant who sent their mascot, Red Robin. The kids really enjoyed dancing and playing games with Red Robin. To view Race results, visit WWW.runningtime.net
Red Robin dances with Misty and Preston Haas and Faye Abel.
2010 Ladies Night Out Pampering
The Gardens of Park Hills was the place to be on Thursday, April 29th where over 80 women spent the evening being pampered by several local businesses who donated their time and talent to this inaugural fundraiser for New Perceptions. Pampering stations included, hand massages, paraffin wax dips, eyebrow wax, toe and finger nail polish, hair design, chair massage, bra fitting, jewelry cleaning, make up applications as well as several informational tables. Ladies enjoyed bidding on an array of silent auction and raffle packages. A big thank you to the following businesses who donated their time to make this evening special for our guests; Bella Salon, Go Beyond Medicine, JC Penney, Heather Bernard, LMT, Crabtree & Evelyn at Crestview Hills, St. Elizabeth Holistic Health Center, Rapunzel, Dillards, Macy's Florence Estee Lauder, Dammel Chiropractic, Salon 602, Monmouth Jewelers and Deborah Williams. A special thank you to the Decadent Sponsor Sean and Misty Haas, in honor of Preston Haas and the Culinary Sponsors, Edgewood Electric and ProMark Company. Below are pictures from the evening.
2010 Lanes End Stakes
Debbie Fulkerson (with white hat), Director of Development and Community Relations for New Perceptions was presented with a $6,000 check from winnings at the recent Lanes End Stakes. New Perceptions' winning horse, Northern Giant, came in 2nd place.
2010 Our Children Achieve Luncheon
Legacy Financial Advisors, the Achievement Sponsor for this event, was joined by over 160 community individuals and business leaders for New Perceptions' 3rd Annual Our Children Achieve Luncheon which was chaired by Brad Zapp. Emcee for the luncheon was Kathrine Nero, morning anchor for WCPO. Attendees listened as Amy Cooley, mother of Lucas, shared how New Perceptions has helped her fami
ly make strides in dealing with her son's diagnosis of sensory processing disorder.
This free luncheon, due to the generosity of our sponsors, has raised over $150,000, in 3 years, to benefit the Children Services programs at New Perceptions.
2009 Wish List Recipient
Paved driveway would smooth rough spots
WISH LIST: Jessica Mullins, Kenton County
By Lauren Bishop
lbishop@enquirer.com
At age 23, Jessica Mullins has been through more trials than most people experience in a lifetime.
Her father left when she was very young, and when Mullins was 15, her mother took her own life. Two years later, Mullins began suffering from constant headaches and double vision, and doctors discovered she had a cancerous brain tumor.
Less than a week later, she had surgery to remove the tumor, followed by four months of chemotherapy and 30 radiation treatments. But because doctors had to take out good brain tissue along with the bad, the surgery left her with stroke-like features, including problems speaking and seeing out of her right eye. She must use a wheelchair because she can no longer walk without assistance.
Determined to walk on her own again, she goes to physical therapy three times a week.
While her speech and movements are slow, the former Scott High School cheerleader's personality is as fiery as her long red hair. She wants nothing more than to be able to leave the house when she wants - without help - and earn a living. Before the cancer and surgery, she wanted to dance, style hair or work with kids.
But the path to independence and employment is a steep and rocky one; it's the 150-foot gravel driveway outside of her grandparents' mobile home in rural Kenton County. While Mullins can wheel herself down the ramp outside her front door, she can't make it up the driveway. And a bus can't maneuver around it to pick her up. "If I had a paved driveway," she says, "I'd be able to get down the ramp and do whatever."
Doing whatever was something she took for granted before. After her mother's death, she says, she smoked, did drugs and never told her grandparents where she was going. She's a different person now, she says. And to prove just how different, she's written the first few chapters of a book about her life, in the hopes that others might learn that lives, too, are capable of changing in an instant.
"I always realized that life was important," she says. "But I never knew how important it was."
Richwood Tahoe Railroad Train Ride Fundraiser
Family and Friends of New Perceptions braved the cool weather on Saturday October 31st to enjoy a train ride on the Richwood Tahoe Railroad located at the Columbus Sussex Corporate Office.
2009 New Perceptions Annual Dinner
Tuesday, October 27th, clients and staff were honored at this special dinner for their years of service to New Perceptions. New Board members were sworn in. The Business Partnership Award (given to Krogers) and the Volunteer Service Award (given to Helen Carroll of Toyota) were announced. There were six New Perceptions clients who received their 35 years of service award. A great time was had by all.
Art/Abilities Art Show at Creative Hands Artisan Studio
On Friday, August 7, 2009, art created by the very talented and imaginative adults from the Site-Based Program of New Perceptions was displayed at the Creative Hands Artisan Studio, located in Bellevue, KY. These participants participate in the Art/Abilities program at New Perceptions.
Sample of artwork from the Art/Abilities Sasha Scriber and Bill Bach
participants from New Perceptions
being showcased at the Creative Hands
Artisan Studio.
Bridging the Gap 5K Race/Walk
On May 30 at the Oakbrook Town Center, New Perceptions held its first 5K Race/Walk with over 240 participants. Proceeds will benefit the Bridging the Gap summer program that is for children who have previously received early intervention services through Kentucky First Steps. There will be two, 4-week sessions of intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy for children with developmental delays. Children receive therapies during the school year at the public schools but, when summer arrives, therapy stops unless it is paid for by the family in a private setting. Monies raised for this program will keep the cost of the program to a minimum, while providing intense therapy for children (ages 3-6) who would otherwise fall behind or lose the skills they worked so hard to achieve. This program will be staffed by Occupational Therapists, a Physical Therapist, and a Speech-Language Pathologist.
1st Annual New Perceptions Golf Outing - May 5, 2009
Roeding Group Companies representatives were the 1st place team. All golfers enjoyed a day of beautiful weather and a fun time.
Dixie Heights Students Visit New Perceptions
30 students visited New Perceptions and cleaned, mulched, and helped out where needed for part of their May Term Project!
New Perceptions @ Florence Freedom All-Star Game
Over 80 clients of our site-based adult services program, friends, family and co-workers from New Perceptions, Inc. attended the Florence Freedom All-Star game in Florence, KY on Wednesday, July 11th!
The All-Star game was sold-out, but thanks to an anonymous donor, all the New Perceptions, Inc. clients, staff, family & friends enjoyed a great game and an evening of entertainment and fantastic fireworks!
THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT OF THE GAME!
Mike G. & Chris K. |
Liberty sits with Beth |
Louise, Susan & Betty |
New Perceptions, Inc. FunRaiser at Hofbrauhaus in Newport
New Perceptions' FUNraiser on June 27, 2007 at America's first authentic Hofbrauhaus in Newport, KY.
This year, we were pleasantly surprised to see nearly 75 guests to stop in for lunch, in support of New Perceptions! Agency information, pictures and newsletters, were available in the foyer, and tempting raffle prizes displayed for supporters to take a chance to win; A Harvey's Seatbelt Purse (valued $104.00), A Silverlake Rec. Center Family Pass or a certificate to Beef O'Brady's Sports Pub.
Thanks to everyone who came back for an evening for great music & fun! Our FUNraising efforts rendered nearly $300.00, all of which will directly benefit the children and adult clients of New Perceptions.
Bev McCormick & Debbie Fulkerson |
The NPI Gang |
Carol Baker - Winner of the Seatbelt Purse |
YARD SALE-Fundraiser A Success!
On Saturday, June 9th, the weather cooperated as we held the New Perceptions Yard Sale Fundraiser! We made nearly $1,700.00 thanks to the hard work of Sean and Misty Haas, who organized this event!
But wait! There is more to the story of this event...The items that did not sell were donated to Metro Harvest Church of God in Cincinnati, OH. They, in turn, will hold a yard sale fundraiser to help the youth of the inner city, and they, in turn donated 10% of their proceeds back to us as well!
The yard sale was such a great success; we plan to make it an annual event! So start thinking about what you want to donate for next year!
Thank you to all of the staff, clients and supporters, who donated items, shopped and spent their cash! We could not have been successful without those who worked loading, organizing, setting up, cleaning up, or assisting with this event! THANK YOU!
Sean & Misty Haas
Photo by Cindi C. Burton |
Kenton County Rotary Sponsors Clients Fishing & Picnic
Saturday, May 19, 2007 was a perfect day!
The Kenton County Rotary Club hosted a free fishing & picnic event for our clients and their families at A.J. Jolly Park & Golf Course in Alexandria, Ky. Many thanks to Paul Feuss for organizing the event and kudos to Matt Grimes of Colonial Cottage Inn for cooking the J.T.M. burgers.
Thanks also to Vikki from Ky. Fish & Wildlife for the license, fishing poles, & having "River”, her dog, help entertain the clients; to Jerry Bingham for picking out poles and replacing hooks, and to Richard Harrison for touching the fish & baiting the chicken livers!
CVG Police Soar To New Heights!
May 12, 2007, volunteers of The Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Airport Police Department soared to new heights with New Perceptions, Inc.!
Serving is what these special volunteers are all about! Giving back to the community and our agency really meant a lot to each volunteer that came out to Edgewood, KY as well as to the staff and clients who will continue to enjoy the benefits of all their hard work all summer long!
A dozen volunteers arrived early in the morning, ready to take on treacherous carpet cleaning, window washing, weeding and landscaping, parking lot line painting, and other projects with jet-speed and precision!
WE SALUTE YOU CINCINNATI-NORTHERN KY AIRPORT POLICE VOLUNTEERS!
CVG Volunteer Carpet Cleaner | 
CVG Volunteer Works The Earth |
CVG Volunteers Gardening |
FLYING PIG '5K FOR A CAUSE'
By Cindi C. Burton
1st Annual Hope & Possibility 5K
We wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you that helped make the 1st Annual Hope & Possibility 5K a success for the Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky area this year. Saturday, May 5th, 2007, New Perceptions was involved through RHC (Resident Home Corporation), and are already planning for next year to engage more people to get involved and to grow this event to over 1,000 people! Local organizations were represented by over 400 people who wanted to be a part of greater Cincinnati's first-ever event of this nature for people with and without disabilities to come together for a physical challenge event.
The dedication and enthusiasm of the NPI participants was evident as they tried to bring awareness of the organization to the community in this very popular event. David Hoffman, Site-based Adult Services Division 2 Manager, carried the New Perceptions, Inc. agency banner with his son Alex, joined by wife, Marybeth, and daughter, Elizabeth. Thank you also to Kami Lerma, our Children's Services Physical Therapist, who also brought her family and friends to partake in this great event! Kudos to each of you!
And remember...where there is hope, imagine the possibilities! RUN * WALK * SUPPORT
Pre and Post Derby Gala 2007
On SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2007 at the Cincinnati Airport Marriott in Hebron, KY, New Perceptions, Inc. of Edgewood, KY welcomed a very special Guest Emcee: Todd Dykes from WLWT-TV 5News Today early morning show, to help kick off the 5th Annual Pre-Derby Gala! This year's presenting sponsor was TOYOTA.
With nearly 80 Silent Auction baskets/items to bid on, highlighting select pieces from New Perceptions, Inc. ArtAbilities Program, The Redd Khatt Dixieland Jazz Band, door prize drawings, a 'grand stand' Marriott menu, Multi-Prize Raffle, Cash Raffle & Split-the-Pot, over 200 supporters had a great time!
Congratulations to Patricia Bieger, winner of the $1,000.00 Cash Raffle!
Thanks to Motch Jewelers-Raffle prize donor of "Past, Present, Future" 3-diamond necklace. (valued at $1,200.00) Winner of this great treasure, Stacey Ziegler!
Special Thanks to Sponsors of this event: Toyota, ISOCNET, Roeding Group Companies, Graydon, Head & Ritchey LLP, Legacy Financial Advisors, Stith, Wimsatt & Associates CPA's, John Becker, DMD, The Bank of KY, GBBN Architects, Gentle Dental Care, Mr. & Mrs. Hampel, IMPAK Graphics, VonLehman & Company, Edgewood Electric, Romelli Designs and The Graphic Wire.
Gala Committee- Rose Blaney, Sarah Beagle, Cindi Burton, Deanna Hengge, Barb Jasper, Colleen Kane, John Kruer, Karen Lange, Sarah Mueller, Lori Myers, Martha Wright.
ArtAbilities Artists- Tim Adams, Bill Bach, Monica Heck, Jeff James, Mark Lehew, Marianne Moore, Nick Page, Nancy Zinn.All are adult clients of New Perceptions, Inc. ArtAbilities Program, managed by Peg Kendall.
We want to thank everyone who supported this event & our agency!
Oakley Farris and Alice Sparks |
Joyce Leach, Elaine Bauereis, and Judy Wiechman |
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St. Timothy's Gives a Hand!
On Saturday, April 21st, not only was the sun a shining' but so were the faces of many volunteers from St. Timothy's Church! Spring-cleaning came to the garden belonging to the clients of the site-based program at New Perceptions, Inc.
A lot of hard work, creative ideas and many laughs were heard, as volunteers assembled new wheelchair accessible picnic tables. A crew of volunteers also took on the rakes and wheelbarrows, weeded, mulched and planted annual flowers in the flower garden for the clients to enjoy all season!
New Perceptions Fishing Trip
The Rotary Club of Kenton County with Richard Harrison of the Northern Kentucky Water Works Department, and architect, John Bennett, generously provided a FREE day of fishing, food and fun for New Perceptions adult clients and their families!
New Perceptions adult clients and their families came out to A.J. Jolly Park & Golf Course on Saturday May 13, to enjoy a day of fishing, food and fellowship, without rain!
Robert Mayberry had the "Catch of the Day"! | 
David Lewis caught the fish, Dave Massey shows it off for him! |
Greg Miller is proud of his "tiny little fishy"! | 
Tim Adams with his "Expert Fisherman" certificate! |
The Rotary Club of Kenton County made sure fun was had by all, by providing a great shelter with full service ADA bathrooms, fishing poles and bait, a free day permit for fishing (thanks to the Kentucky Department of Fishing and Wildlife), hamburgers/hotdogs, chips, cookies and drinks! Bottled water was provided by Northern Kentucky Water District & Louis Trauth Dairy. Clients received a certificate of achievement for becoming an "expert fisherman"!
New Perceptions 4th Annual Fundraiser PRE-DERBY GALA
Gala Raises Over $44,000!
The evening gala at the Drawbridge Inn featured Triple Crown winner and Kentucky native, Steve Cauthen. The 185 guests enjoyed dinner, mint juleps, a Dixieland band, a Derby Hat & Tie Contest, as well as a silent auction, which highlighted artwork by adult clients of New Perceptions. Raffle winners were Glenn Lauer ($1500), Cindy Philippo (diamond earrings), and Kevin Kattenhorn ($250).
The event raised over $44,000. All proceeds from the event support the programs and services for children and adults of New Perceptions.
A special thank you to presenting sponsor Toyota and all the wonderful volunteers who helped with the event!
Amy, Steve, Katelyn, Karlie and Kelsea Cauthen | 
Martha Wright is a friend and volunteer of New Perceptions, Inc. |
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
- Toyota
- ISOCNET
- Roeding Group Companies
- Promark Company/OI Partners
- Graydon, Head & Ritchey
- The Bank of Kentucky
- Cinergy
- Impak Graphics
- Legacy Financial Advisors
- Stith, Wimsatt & Associates CPA's
- Dr. John Becker
- VonLehman & Company, Inc.
- Focused Imaging Technologies
- GBBN Architects
- Gentle Dental Care
- Wilbert L. & Helen R. Ziegler
- Sam's Club/H.S. Floral
Billy Bach
Adult Client of New Perceptions, and an Art Ablitities Artist was winner of the Men's Tie Contest! (he painted the horses on his tie!) | 
Bill Bach, Lori Henn, Marianne Moore, Greg Dahlenburg are Adult Clients of New Perceptions, Inc. |
Adult Client, Eric Goessling with his mother Joan Goessling posing with guest of honor, Steve Cauthen |
Spaghetti Nob-Riverwalk Benefit | Raises over $3,000 for New Perceptions
New Perceptions partnered with the City of Newport's Italianfest on June 11, 2005, for the annual Spaghetti Nob-Riverwalk Benefit. The event is a family fitness walk to raise funds for New Perceptions' programs and services. The Riverwalk raised more than $3,000 this year. Congratulations to Vicki Wagner, a client in the site-based employment program, for earning the Top Team Fundraiser award!
Thanks to all the participants, volunteers, and Italianfest organizers involved with this year's event. If you would like to participate in next year's event, which will include a 5K run, please contact Cindi Burton at 859-344-9322 ext. 32.
A BIG "THANK YOU" TO THE SPONSORS OF THIS YEAR'S SPAGHETTI NOB-RIVERWALK BENEFIT!
Cinergy
City of Newport
ISOC.net
Italianfest
Louis Trauth Dairy, Inc.
Marketing Support Services, Inc.
Stith, Wimsatt, & Associates, CPAs
Chas. Seligman Dist. Co., Inc.
Pre-Derby Gala
All are Winners at the New Perceptions Pre-Derby Gala!
On April 29th, New Perceptions kicked off Derby fever with its 2005 spring fundraiser, "Win, Place or Show...Everybody's a Winner at the New Perceptions Pre-Derby Gala!!" held at the Radisson Hotel in Covington.
Mr. Jim Wycoff, host of The Jim Wycoff Money Hour on 55KRC, was the evening's emcee. He had an easy time convincing guests what a wise investment it is to support New Perceptions!
A silent auction tempted guests with jewelry, sports memorabilia, trips, event tickets, and other great items. Guests could also try their luck on several raffle prizes. Mrs. Bonnie Leap was the lucky winner of the $1,000 cash prize. Mr. Tony Zembrodt won the lovely Maggie Valley Resort golf vacation in North Carolina donated by Mr. Timothy Schoonover. Mr. Brad Abbott won a beautiful 14kt. white gold diamond pendant donated by Herzog Jeweler. Mr. Wayne Bach won the $250 cash prize.
Adult Services clients Marianne Moore, Billy Bach, and Tim Adams showcased their artistic talents and graciously offered their artwork for bid at the silent auction. Also included were two photographs by Joe Hardin, an adult client who passed away earlier this year. Joe had a wonderful photographic eye and his works are a testament to his talent and to his love for animals.
This year's event included a hat contest for the ladies and a gentlemen's tie contest for the men. Contestants collected cash "votes" from guests. The contestant with the most votes in each category was declared the winner with all proceeds going directly to the children and adults of New Perceptions. Mark Schenthal, Director of Communications & Public Relations for the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, took first prize in the men's tie competition. Kimberly L. Guffey, Licensed Massage Therapist, won in the ladies hat contest.
Regardless of who won on Derby day, it was apparent that all were winners at New Perceptions' Pre-Derby Gala! The evening would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Special thanks to Graydon Head & Ritchey LLP, ISOC.NET, Brad Zapp of Lincoln Financial Advisors, Roeding Group Companies, Inc., Bob & Nancy Zapp, Reed L. Coen, Steve Bridewell of Prevail Design, Promark Company/OI Partners, Inc.,
Strata-G Communications, Stith, Wimsatt, & Associates, CPA's, Mr. James Wycoff of 55KRC's "The Jim Wycoff Money Hour", ImPak Graphics, John M. Becker, DMD, Wil & Helen Ziegler, Jerold A. Fink, GBBN Architects, Gentle Dental Care (Dr. Tara Dallmann Voelker), and LaRosa's.
RiverWalk
New Perceptions (NPI) joined with the Newport ItalianFest in celebrating the tradition of family, community and good fun with their first annual RiverWalk on Saturday morning, June 12, 2004 at Newport on the Levee. The refreshing morning walk began at Brio's, traveled throughout Newport on the Levee and finished at the Newport ItalianFest where participants enjoyed games, rides, and of course delicious Italian cuisine.
"The RiverWalk was really fun, it was a great way to start my day, a comfortable walk in a beautiful setting, surrounded by my friends and family," said Chris Montello, NPI's Board of Directors President. The RiverWalk was not a timed event, but rather a family-friendly walk to promote awareness and inclusion of people with special needs, while helping to support the programs and services offered to the children and adults of New Perceptions.
The RiverWalk was definitely family-friendly; especially for the family of Vicki Wagner, NPI Adult Services client and RiverWalk Co-Chair, over 20 of Vicki's loved ones joined her on the walk and raised over $1,100.00 in her honor. Vicki and her family also won the prestigious title of Top Team Fundraiser.
Sponsors included: ISOC.net, Karlo's Bistro Italia, The City of Newport, Prus Construction, Newport Drug Center, EGC Construction, South Bank, St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Louis Trauth Dairy, Inc., Gateway Rehabilitation Hospital, Panera Bread, Stith, Conder & Wimsatt, PLLC and The Purple People Bridge.
Pictures include: Vicki's Family Finish Line, Chris and Family, NPI Adult Services Clients and Staff, Mayor Guidugli and Family, Walkers on Purple People Bridge, GateWay Rehabilitation Hospital
Spring Gala
New Perception's (NPI) second annual Spring Gala - "A Salute to Seabiscuit and Human Perseverance" was held on Saturday, April 24 at Turfway Park in Florence. It was a beautiful evening at the track and the guests were dressed in their best Derby attire, ladies in their hats and men in their blazers. The Kentucky inspired feast was delicious and the stories told by Dr. Jim Claypool were rich with the riveting history of horse racing and left the guests eager to learn more.
State Senate candidate Kathy Groob and her husband Jeff Groob, of Fort Mitchell, were in attendance and one of the evenings big winners when their raffle ticket was drawn for the 4ct. Diamond bracelet donated by Herzog Jewelers (Pic). Joyce Leach, of Lakeside Park, won the $1000.00 cash drawing. Guests departed the event with arms full of fun purchases from the Silent Auction tables that included items such as Mint Julep baskets, autographed sports memorabilia, and art work that was created by NPI clients.
The evening was a huge success for NPI and its clients, raising over $75,000.00, which will help support the programs and services offered to children and adults with developmental disabilities and mental retardation. "You don't throw a whole life away just cause it's banged up a little," a fitting line from the movie Seabiscuit, illustrates the spirit of the special needs needs children and adults of NPI.
