Volunteer Spotlight: Lily Garden
Volunteers at the Lily Garden Child Care Center are instrumental to helping each classroom provide a positive, nurturing play-based environment for children to learn and grow. We especially want to recognize Nibia and Sarah who helped in the Toddler room this summer before starting college.

"Deciding to volunteer in the toddler room was one of the best decisions I made. I have found such joy coming in every week and I am extremely sad to be leaving. Thank you for the opportunity to work with such wonderful people," said Sarah Cismesia .

Nibia and Sarah have volunteered in the toddler room for over a year, each with over 100 service hours. We wish them luck and success as they start this new chapter in college.
Naperville Volunteers
 
Occupational Therapist and Naperville Clinical Coordinator, Amy Vaughan, is very thankful for all the new volunteers that have helped with a number of tasks since their location move earlier this year.

Amy said, "Thank you Naperville volunteers for supporting our center and client needs with enthusiasm and patience.  One particular volunteer, JoEllyn, (pictured second from right) has proved to be a fabulous asset to the Naperville center. She is hardworking, self-initiating, and exudes kindness and energy. We thank her for supporting our center and conquering her task list every Monday with great efficiency!"

The Naperville center is excited to have established a number of new volunteer positions over the last year. Contact Jenny Chidlow if you’re interested in learning more. 
More from Summer Volunteers
I love spending time at the Lily Garden, the kids are great and I’m learning a ton. Thanks for the opportunity!
 
-Kelli McNeice, Lily Garden Child Care Center
 
 
I just wanted to say thank you again for the opportunity to volunteer again this summer. I had an absolutely amazing time and I learned so much from Sammy in my weeks with her.
 
-Emily Vierow, Summer Intensive
 
I really enjoy helping with the intensive and I'm learning a lot just by observing the sessions. I'm also having so much fun playing with the kids at Get in the Game- it's the highlight of my week!
 
- Emily Mueller, Summer Intensive and Community Based Therapy
 
Thank you Starbucks

Thank you to our friends from Starbucks who volunteered at the Lily Garden Child Care Center for some fun in the sand and on the playground. 

Each volunteer provided a shot of energy to the day and made many new friends!
United Way of Caring
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Thank you to all the  volunteers  that participated in the 2018 United Way of Elgin 's Day of Caring! The volunteers helped paint and put together shelving at our Elgin center. We couldn't have done it without them! 
Upcoming Events
3rd Annual Bike for the Kids
This Sunday, September 9! You can still join us!

Hop on your bike to support Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley at our Elgin center! Choose your distance, and celebrate at the finish line with refreshments and family-friendly entertainment. Adapted bikes and trailers welcome. All ages and abilities are encouraged to participate. 
38th Annual Children's Fashion Show
September 22, 2018

This year's show takes place at a  new location , the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center. The event includes raffles, auctions, a luncheon and fun!