Dear Rainbows
It’s hard to believe my year at Rainbows has come and gone and I’ve already begun my next adventure. When I first accepted the AmeriCorps VISTA position I had no idea what to expect. Would I learn anything? Would I gain anything? Would I enjoy working at Rainbows? Right off the bat, the answer to […]
Camp is meant to be experienced
As Volunteer Coordinator, my main duties and responsibilities when it came to Camp were soliciting businesses for in-kind donations for event needs, coordinating volunteers to assist and provide extra engagement in camp activities, and helping to facilitate choir trips to be as smooth as can be- whatever help that may be. Going into Camp, I […]
Rainbows’ All Staff Inservice Day
Each year Rainbows United has one day dedicated to bringing all the staff together in one room to conduct trainings that help improve aspects of the organization and to celebrate success and recognize achievements. Leading up to the Inservice Day, I had the opportunity to work with all of the departments to put together a […]
rich experiences gained through working with children
Over my nine years at Rainbows United, I have been fortunate enough to have been able to be a part of fostering the development of young children, working with some incredible staff, and learning valuable skills that will serve me as I move forward in my life and career. My role at Rainbows has changed […]
A Day at Rainbows Part 2
12:00 p.m. Lunch is served at Kids’ Point! Chef, Melissa Williamson, prepares delicious and nutritious meals that teach the children healthy eating habits. 1:00 p.m. The Camp Woodchuck Voices of the Rainbow choir visits Cox Communications. They perform for the staff and other friends by singing and dancing. 2:00 p.m. Longtime volunteer, Emily, spends time […]
A Day at Rainbows Part 1
Rainbows United enhances the lives of children with special needs and their families by bringing together community resources and providing customized services. Many activities are happening everyday across all programs and services that Rainbows provides. Here is a look at a day in the life of Rainbows United. 7:00 a.m. Children arrive at Kids’ Point […]
Summertime activities
What do you think of when the word “summertime” is said? For children it’s swimming, sleeping in, and being outside. It’s a time when they don’t have to always follow a schedule, going more with the flow. Summer is a time to relax! For parents summertime can be very stressful. Most parents continue with their […]
Spend family time together
The start of summer reminds me of childhood days spent playing in the backyard, or bike riding, or reading for hours on end. When my daughters were young, we spent summers at the park, library and ice cream parlor. The focus was not filling a day with activities; it was spending time together. Here are […]
Camp Woodchuck 2015
Another fun-filled summer at Camp Woodchuck is underway! The 2015 theme is “Rainbows Got Unique Talent” giving campers the opportunity to show off their gifts and skills. “Camp is an incredible time for both our campers and staff,” said Lark Walker, Family Support Supervisor. “When we get to see a campers face light up because of […]
Are flowers and people alike?
Yesterday I set out to buy flowers. I love shopping for flowers. I don’t know much about any variety, but I enjoy the colors of the blooms and the aura of the gardens. I walked up and down every aisle, just looking. I paid attention to the size of the plants and the amount of […]