Dear fellow MACers,
Even though we have not yet made any formal public announcements about The MAC (wh ich will happen on MAC Media Day on August 30th), The MAC has nonetheless generated a lot of interest and buzz in the community. This interest has generated many questions about The MAC as well as yielding some misunderstandings about it that have led to unrealistic expectations. In an attempt to tell our story to the community we will serve, we have convened two Town Hall meetings prior to Media Day where we will explain what The MAC will be and just as importantly, what it won’t be. We want to be very clear on the scope of The MAC, its current and future vision, and manage expectations accordingly. We are promoting these Town Hall sessions through the different Morgan’s Wonderland social media platforms as well as through all MACers and their networks. These meetings will be held on May 25th from 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. as well as on June 15th from 6:00p.m- 7:30p.m. Both will take place at the Morgan’s Wonderland Event Center on 5223 David Edwards Drive. Please feel free to attend and promote these Town Hall sessions to anyone you think might be interested in attending. We are asking for an RSVP to macinfo@morganswonderland.com if you plan in joining us so we can plan accordingly. Hope to see you there!
Ad Astra,
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The MAC has hired two new Practice Specialist for the Practice Without Pressure Program! Please see below for more to learn more about the newest MACees. |
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Daisy Garcia, Practice Specialist
Daisy is a current student at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, working on her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, with an expectation of graduation December of 2022. She graduated from St. Philips College with an Associate in Arts in Special Education and Teaching. Daisy is an advocate, a bilingual San Antonian, with over six years of experience engaging with individuals of physical and developmental disabilities. Areas of expertise include rehabilitation trainer of students who are visually impaired, picture communication and social skills training. Recently, Daisy was given the opportunity to collaborate and participate with local agencies such as Region 20, Alamo Coalition and the San Antonio Employment Network for Young Adults with Different Abilities among other agencies and local school districts in our community and region.
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Laura Montelongo, Practice Specialist
Laura is a graduate of University of the Incarnate Word, with a Bachelor of Art in psychology and Art. Laura is a Dallas native, moved to San Antonio in 2019 where she began her career in case management then lending her expertise to Texas Health and Human Services Commission to support families with navigating their daily needs. Laura’s area of expertise includes advocacy, bilingual support, building rapport with individuals and processing data. Laura is a multi-media artist who loves to explore the local and state parks, as well as reading and collecting records.
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Construction is moving along and we will begin moving into The MAC this summer! Please feel free to drive by to see the progress. Stay tuned for more updates! |
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Make Your Mark on The MAC!
Thank you to all who submitted design concepts and helped spread the word about the Make Your Mark on The MAC artwork contest. Artists have been selected and notified and supplies are in the process of being distributed. We look forward to seeing the finished pieces and displaying them on the walls at The MAC!
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The Autism Society of Texas will host its first Autism-Friendly COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on May 14th, 2022 from 9:00am-2:00pm! Registration is required.
The Autism Society of Texas received a federal grant to provide COVID-19 educational materials and free Autism-Friendly COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics. Autism-Friendly clinics reduce the sensory rich issues that may be a barrier to vaccinations. Any child or adult with Autism or any disability, as well as their parents/caregivers and family members may receive their first, second, or booster COVID-19 Vaccine. Spanish speakers will be on hand, as well as all resources in Spanish. Spanish-speaking families are welcome to participate.
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Community First Health Plans celebrated Fiesta this year at the Fiesta Battle of Flowers Parade and the Fiesta Flambeau Parade. With each parade attracting more than 500,000 spectators from around the nation, we hope you enjoyed our BEEautiful float!
To view photos from the parade, click the button below!
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#DYK - The MAC will be holding two Town Hall Meetings over the next two months. Both will be free to public and will focus on answering "What is The MAC?", "Who can be a MAC Member?" and much more. Please follow the link below to learn more about the upcoming event! |
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#DYK - The 6th Annual Sight for Life Foundation Fiesta Gala will be taking place on Saturday, September 17th, 2022 at Morgan's Wonderland. Please follow the link below for more information on the event or visit www.sightforlifefoundation.com!
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Medical Office Patient Coordinator |
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Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant
If you are interested in applying, please send an email to Jo@saeyehealth.com.
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May 12, 2022
Evaluation and Research Coordinating Committee Meeting
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. via Teams
May 12, 2022
Therapy Home Committee Meeting
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Morgan's Wonderland- Main Street
May 18, 2022
Medical Home Committee Meeting
4 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Virtual/East Campus Boardroom
May 23, 2022
Legal Home Committee Meeting
1 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. via Teams
May 24, 2022
Client/Caregiver Committee Meeting
1 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Morgan's Wonderland-Event Center
May 25, 2022
Town Hall Meeting
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Morgan's Wonderland- Event Center
May 25, 2022
MACer Meeting
2 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Morgan's Wonderland-Event Center
June 1, 2022
The MAC Autism Workshop
8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Morgan's Wonderland-Main Street
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Transformations Presented By: Fantastic Sam's |
The MAC will be partnering with Fantastic Sam's to open a salon, which will cater to MAC Members and their families. It will be Ultra-Accessible salon and will offer services such as haircuts, color and basic manicures/nail care. Stay tuned for updates!
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Mother's Nursing Lounge
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Also referred to as nursing rooms or lactation rooms—this space is available for breastfeeding team members, or visitors to comfortably, conveniently, and privately express milk while away from home. The MAC will include three nursing lounges which will be open to visitors.
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MI2 New Chief Operating Officer
Morgan’s Inclusion Initiative is pleased to welcome our new Chief Operating Officer, Hugo Hernandez, to the family. Hugo has more than 25 years of experience in project management and operations. He has deep roots in our community and a proven record with local nonprofit organizations. Hugo is passionate about helping families and individuals with special needs create new goals and dreams for their future. His passion aligns perfectly with our mission!
Welcome, Hugo!
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SUMMER FUN!
It’s a busy time for the entire Morgan’s Inclusion Initiative family. We are all very excited as the countdown continues for the opening of The MAC! Morgan’s Wonderland Camp is gearing up to welcome happy Campers this summer. Morgan’s Wonderland is “entertaining” families, and Morgan’s Inspiration Island officially opened on Saturday, May 7th.
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NOW HIRING!
It’s the best place to beat the summer heat and the coolest place in town to work! Morgan’s Inspiration Island, Morgan’s Wonderland, and Morgan’s Wonderland Camp are hiring. So, if you know someone looking for work this summer, send them our way!
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We would love for all the MACers to submit content for the monthly newsletter. Tell us about updates, events for the calendar, a Tell Me Something Good, or a one-minute video for the MACnificent Minute. Please submit all content by the 20th of the month.
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