SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC

SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC For more info go to www.sparcsolutions.org. You can also visit our cause page - Support SPARC:http://www.causes.com/causes/505567?m=0d43bb06

The best club in Northern Virginia supporting adults with life long disAbilities. We meet Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at Southgate Community Center in Reston, VA and Monday, Wednesday and Friday at OFTC in McLean, VA. Our day is filled with laughter, learning, and life!

Purchase your SPARC Gratitude Gala tickets today!  https://sparcsolutions.org/gala/
10/27/2024

Purchase your SPARC Gratitude Gala tickets today! https://sparcsolutions.org/gala/

DUCK RETREAT - 607 located In FOUR SEASONS, DUCK, NC Outer Banks Oceanside vacation rental with 6 bedrooms, 7.2 baths, Private Pool and Hottub.

Calling all Swifties! SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC is excited to share a unique auction item that will be ...
10/25/2024

Calling all Swifties! SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC is excited to share a unique auction item that will be showcased on November 2 at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala!

Own a piece of music history with this Rogue acoustic guitar, autographed by Taylor Swift. A 12-time Grammy winner, Swift's journey from country roots to global pop icon makes this a must-have for fans and collectors. This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, 100% guaranteed for life. Don’t miss your chance to own this iconic collector’s item!

Purchase your tickets today! https://sparcsolutions.org/gala-tickets/

Today at SPARC ~ Reston, we celebrated Color Day. We discussed our favorite colors and the emotions they evoke. Maddie t...
10/23/2024

Today at SPARC ~ Reston, we celebrated Color Day. We discussed our favorite colors and the emotions they evoke. Maddie thoroughly enjoyed creating a stunning piece of artwork!

Today at SPARC ~ Herndon, we dedicated time to discussing and creating reptiles for Reptile Awareness Day. During the cr...
10/21/2024

Today at SPARC ~ Herndon, we dedicated time to discussing and creating reptiles for Reptile Awareness Day. During the crafting session, we focused on enhancing dexterity, particularly our fine motor skills, by utilizing paintbrushes, glue, and threading ribbons through tiny holes in pasta shapes to design our own snakes with distinctive patterns.

Ryan thoroughly enjoyed using his hands in various ways to craft his unique patterns, demonstrating his creativity.

Additionally, we explored the distinct characteristics of each reptile, with a special focus on the unique process of snakes shedding their skin.

SPARC's 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala live auction is sizzling with good taste this year!  And nothing tastes better than a ...
10/20/2024

SPARC's 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala live auction is sizzling with good taste this year! And nothing tastes better than a gourmet dinner prepared by Chef Charles Zachary Loomis! Legendary chef who beat Bobby Flay! Purchase your gala tickets today for an opportunity to win the dinner of a lifetime prepared for you and your friends in your home! https://sparcsolutions.org/gala-tickets/

SPARC ~ McLean enjoyed a wonderful day today, focusing on culinary and fine motor skills.Participants mastered the art o...
10/18/2024

SPARC ~ McLean enjoyed a wonderful day today, focusing on culinary and fine motor skills.

Participants mastered the art of cracking and scrambling eggs.

Additionally, we dedicated time to our gala donation. Roberto expressed his desire to paint the pot in SPARC colors!

Today marked United Nations Day at SPARC ~ Alexandria. Discussions were held about the UN's purpose and objectives. Part...
10/18/2024

Today marked United Nations Day at SPARC ~ Alexandria. Discussions were held about the UN's purpose and objectives. Participants engaged in UN-themed crafts, such as creating their own flags. A movement exercise was conducted, followed by a dialogue on the pros and cons of political parties. The group watched 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' and enjoyed some outdoor time in the afternoon sunshine. Vietnamese persimmons were also sampled.

Katherine Montgomery summed it all up, "My first day at Hybla Valley Community Center, the space is amazing, and I can't wait to make it our own. Let's make Hybla feel like home."

Supervisor Rodney Lusk

Calling all Swifties! SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC is excited to share a unique auction item that will be ...
10/18/2024

Calling all Swifties! SPecially Adapted Resource Centers - SPARC is excited to share a unique auction item that will be showcased on November 2 at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala!

Own a piece of music history with this pink electric guitar, autographed by Taylor Swift. A 12-time Grammy winner, Swift's journey from country roots to global pop icon makes this a must-have for fans and collectors. This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, 100% guaranteed for life. Don’t miss your chance to own this iconic collector’s item!

Purchase your tickets today! https://sparcsolutions.org/gala-tickets/

SPARC ~ McLean welcomed meteorologist Austin Mansfield, who trained participants as part of the SKYWARN program.SKYWARN®...
10/16/2024

SPARC ~ McLean welcomed meteorologist Austin Mansfield, who trained participants as part of the SKYWARN program.

SKYWARN® is a volunteer initiative with 350,000 to 400,000 trained severe weather spotters. These volunteers play a crucial role in safeguarding their local communities by delivering prompt and precise reports of severe weather conditions to the National Weather Service.

Kyle remarked, "I didn't realize we could contribute to tracking the weather!"

SPARC~ Alexandria: Welcome to our newest Center!Our first day was packed with engaging activities, starting with our dai...
10/16/2024

SPARC~ Alexandria: Welcome to our newest Center!

Our first day was packed with engaging activities, starting with our daily journal prompt and morning exercise routine. For lunch, we enjoyed a comforting potato and corn chowder soup made together in the Instant Pot. The afternoon was dedicated to learning resume writing tips and formats, followed by creating practice resumes. We wrapped up the day with games and discussed potential weekly book club selections. And remember, audio books are a great option if that's what you prefer!

Happy Indigenous People's Day!SPARC is closed in observance of this National holiday!
10/14/2024

Happy Indigenous People's Day!

SPARC is closed in observance of this National holiday!

Executive Director Debi Alexander and Board Chair Ellen D**e were present at the proclamation and reception at Fairfax C...
10/10/2024

Executive Director Debi Alexander and Board Chair Ellen D**e were present at the proclamation and reception at Fairfax County Government, which celebrated the county's inaugural Chief Equity Officer, Karla Bruce, for her twenty-five years of committed service. The One Fairfax policy distinguishes our county from other local jurisdictions, and it is a source of immense pride for all of us.

At SPARC ~ McLean, we enhance our fine motor skills through painting activities. The development of fine motor skills vi...
10/09/2024

At SPARC ~ McLean, we enhance our fine motor skills through painting activities.

The development of fine motor skills via painting includes:

- Improving hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills by holding a brush and making deliberate strokes.

- Strengthening fine motor skills through the use of a pincher grasp to hold the paintbrush.

- Boosting hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness by experimenting with different art materials.

SPARC ~ McLean experienced a dynamic day! The learning of ASL communication continues for everyone. Cathy thoroughly enj...
10/07/2024

SPARC ~ McLean experienced a dynamic day! The learning of ASL communication continues for everyone. Cathy thoroughly enjoyed creating a leaf figure, while Will took great pleasure in tasting the chocolate-dipped, autumn-themed pretzels!

A lucky attendee at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala will have the winning bid on this gorgeous painting by Pat Dougherty!
10/06/2024

A lucky attendee at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala will have the winning bid on this gorgeous painting by Pat Dougherty!

We are pleased to announce that a print by Abel Pann will be among the offerings at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala silent...
10/06/2024

We are pleased to announce that a print by Abel Pann will be among the offerings at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala silent auction!

Thank you Morven Park for four polo in the park passes!  Join us at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala to bid on this awesome...
10/06/2024

Thank you Morven Park for four polo in the park passes! Join us at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala to bid on this awesome auction package!

Thank you Bobby McKey's Dueling Piano Bar for this fabulous package for the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala auction!
10/06/2024

Thank you Bobby McKey's Dueling Piano Bar for this fabulous package for the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala auction!

Thank you David M Adams for this incredible swag bag filled with memorabilia from the United States Secret Service for t...
10/06/2024

Thank you David M Adams for this incredible swag bag filled with memorabilia from the United States Secret Service for the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala auction!

We are so grateful for the Reston Town Center's Kendra Scott for this fabulous donation to the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala...
10/06/2024

We are so grateful for the Reston Town Center's Kendra Scott for this fabulous donation to the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala auction!

We are deeply grateful to Fleur de Cuisine for this fabulous dinner which will be auctioned at the 2nd Annual Gratitude ...
10/06/2024

We are deeply grateful to Fleur de Cuisine for this fabulous dinner which will be auctioned at the 2nd Annual Gratitude Gala! Thank you Lolie Ramos for your incredible generosity and support!

Happy New Year to all who celebrate!  Wishing you peace, prosperity and every blessing.
10/03/2024

Happy New Year to all who celebrate! Wishing you peace, prosperity and every blessing.

SPARC ~ McLean had an outstanding day today. Tommy thoroughly enjoyed assembling race bags for the upcoming McLean 5K on...
10/02/2024

SPARC ~ McLean had an outstanding day today. Tommy thoroughly enjoyed assembling race bags for the upcoming McLean 5K on October 5th and expressed how much fun it was to help! We take great pleasure in supporting our community through volunteer projects. Additionally, we engaged in some creative expression by crafting our own art pieces, honing our fine motor skills. To cap off the afternoon, we even created some edible art!

Every year, SPARC collaborates with students from NOVA's Occupational Therapy Assistant program to develop low-tech assi...
10/02/2024

Every year, SPARC collaborates with students from NOVA's Occupational Therapy Assistant program to develop low-tech assistive technologies for individuals associated with SPARC. Today, Katherine and her team identified a challenge, and by the semester's end, they will have devised a solution.

SPARC ~ Reston commemorated National Taco Day with the creation of artistic tacos! We also celebrated the birthday of ou...
10/02/2024

SPARC ~ Reston commemorated National Taco Day with the creation of artistic tacos! We also celebrated the birthday of our cherished DSP, Kali. Additionally, we delved into the history of Dalmatians at fire stations.

Dalmatians are renowned for their endurance and protective instincts, capable of running long distances without fatigue. In the 1700s, they were observed to have a soothing effect on horses and were employed to accompany horses that pulled English stagecoaches. They would fend off other dogs that attempted to startle the horses.

Thus, in the time of horse-drawn firefighting equipment, Dalmatians would accompany the horses, ensuring they were neither frightened nor hindered by pedestrians. They were said to serve as "sirens," their barking serving to warn pedestrians of the approaching fire brigade.

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