Avenues Clients Volunteer at the 25th Annual Golf and Tennis Classic

On Monday, July 22, hundreds of golfers and tennis players came out to support Avenues at the 25^th Annual Avenues/Gorman Golf and Tennis Classic at the Park Ridge Country Club.

 

 

 

Golfers were greeted by the smiling faces of some of Avenues clients.

 

 

 

Avenues clients greeted guests, handed them their goody bags and wished them good luck on the course.

Volunteering at the golf outing is something Avenues clients have been doing for years, some since the event’s inception.

 

 

In addition to volunteering during registration, George, along with his nephews, spoke during the dinner and told stories about his life at Avenues.  His nephews recalled how George’s life really began when he first moved into Avenues and how he has made so many great friends over the years.  George told stories about his experiences at the Blackhawks and Cubs games and the great times he's had with his roommates.

 

 

Thank you to all those who made the 25^th Annual Avenues/Gorman Golf and Tennis Classic a huge success! 

We hope to see you again next year!

 

 

 

 

 

An Annual Celebration!

June 21st was Avenues' Annual Dinner at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont.

A BIG night of dinner and dancing that we look forward to all year long! 

 

 

Go to http://www.avenuestoindependence.org/gallery/Album.cfm?ID=34 to view the entire Annual Dinner 2013 photo album.

Kendrick House Dedication

Three Avenues clients recently had the privilege of moving into a beautiful new home. Avenues was able to purchase this home due to the generosity of our donors, and most specifically Dale Kendrick. On June 27^th , we gathered to celebrate and dedicate the home as Kendrick House as a tribute to the support Dale Kendrick has given Avenues. Without all of the wonderful people that support Avenues, we wouldn't be able to do the things we do. From Avenues staff and Clients, we are sincerely grateful, thank you!

Celebrating a Life Well Lived

On Saturday this June, Avenues Clients and staff gathered at Sasser House to celebrate the life of a friend who passed away recently with his family. It was a party Tim would have loved. There was live music, great food, and lots of pop. If you had the privilege of knowing Tim, you know that's his kind of party.

Everyone who came to the party seemed to have some funny story to tell about Tim and laughter could be heard throughout the day. Avenues Staff member Neoma Spencer is is married to the lead singer of a great band who graciously offered to perform for the party. They played for hours and everyone danced and had a  great time.

The best part of the party was seeing how important our friend Tim was to so many people. He touched so many lives and made such an impression on everyone he met. We miss you Tim!