Keshet Chronicles

Home Sweet Home Highland Park

Since GADOL, moved to Highland Park at the beginning of this year, we’ve been welcomed to the city with open arms. This move has strengthened our community bonds and provided enriching experiences for all involved.

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Keshet’s Cicada Survival Guide

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for…17 years later, the cicadas are returning back to Chicago. For people with disabilities and/or sensory challenges, the reemergence of cicadas and their loud noises can cause anxiety. Keshet’s related-services and communications teams created social stories and worksheets to help everyone feel more prepared for the cicada arrival. By downloading these materials, you will be added to Keshet’s email list for information about upcoming events and other resources.

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Two Keshet Awardees Leave Their Marks on the Disability Community

We’re incredibly proud to announce that two exceptional members of our community are being honored with awards from important organizations in Keshet’s field of work in May. This recognition not only highlights their individual excellence, but also amplifies Keshet’s reach and the credibility of our mission to the larger community.

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Keshet Loves Their Moms

Keshet moms deserve more than a day to celebrate all they do. GADOL team members in Creative Writing Group created a tribute piece to put into words their gratitude for the mothers in their lives.

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The Essential Link Between Autism Awareness and Acceptance

In the case of autism, it’s clear we cannot have true acceptance without first raising awareness of the diversity and complexity of the autism spectrum. With both awareness and acceptance, we can work towards building a more inclusive society where individuals with autism can thrive and fulfill their potential.

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Growing Up With Keshet Camps

Keshet’s camps serve as the launching pad for lifelong friendships and essential life skills. Keshet parent Marcia shares her son Harrison’s incredible journey with Keshet’s camps, highlighting the transformative experiences and inclusive community support that have shaped his growth.

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Keshet Staff Value Awards — Spring 2024

Congrats to these six staff who exemplify Keshet’s values every single day!

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30 Years…And Just Getting Started

Jen Phillips, Keshet CEO & President, was named the honoree for 30 years of service to Keshet. Hear what she has to say about Keshet’s achievements over the past 30 years, including a very special surprise announcement for what lies ahead.

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All In for Keshet

Whether you’re a participant, volunteer, family member or community partner, being “all in” for Keshet is a universal feeling. Check out these four spotlight speeches about the power of Keshet’s community of belonging that kicked off the 2024 Rainbow Banquet.

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Highland Park is Home

From relocating our adult day program to expanding residential services and introducing new vocational sites, Keshet’s relationship with Highland Park will grow in extraordinary ways in 2024.

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Have a Happy Purim With This Hamantaschen Recipe

Gear up for Purim with this easy and delicious hamantaschen recipe!

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The Floreks Are All In For Keshet

Rachel and Adam have been part of Keshet for 13 years. Their mom Laura shares what being “all in” for Keshet looks like and everything that Keshet has done for them.

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The Love Story

GADOL’s Creative Writing Group shares their collective prose about love.

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