Cerebral Palsy of Westchester Adaptive Scout Troops Celebrate Veterans

RYE BROOK, NY – Adaptive Cub Scout Pack 535 and Girl Scout Troop 1902 recently participated in a service activity to honor our veterans. At their troop meeting, the Scouts decorated wreath and star ornaments that will be given to veterans to spread holiday cheer. During the meeting, they discussed the importance of what veterans have done and expressed their gratitude for those who have served our country. Allison Bergman, who spearheaded this project, will deliver the ornaments to the Hudson Valley Montrose VA, a Veteran’s Hospital in Westchester County. Allison is a volunteer with the Girl Scouts of America and the American Legion. This project was sponsored by the Mid-Westchester Elks Lodge #535.

CPW’s Adaptive Cub Scout Pack 535 and Girl Scout Troop 1902 allow youth with developmental disabilities of all kinds to participate in scouting programs and let them feel and do things like any young man or woman would do in scouting. The scouts are encouraged to explore and to be bold and adventurous. Current Troop Leaders include Jay Singer and Mohandai Harrinariain, Patrena Galimore (Cub Scout Leaders), and Lisa Stahli, Jennifer Olivieri (Girl Scouts Leaders).

The Mid-Westchester Elks Lodge #535 was organized in 2009 and meets at the American Legion Post No. 1097 in Armonk, NY. For over a decade, Lodge #535 has adopted CPW as their major community project. This includes playing a formative and leadership role in CPW’s Adaptive Scouts: Cub Scout Pack 535 and Girl Scout Troop 1902. Since 1966, the NYS Elks Association have embraced the Cerebral Palsy Associations of NYS as their Major Project. Throughout the world, Elks’ lodges promote neighbors coming together, families sharing meals, and helping children grow. Their motto is: Elks Care, Elks Share. For information about the Mid-Westchester Elks Lodge #535, contact Jay Singer at jaysinger@pgaimpress.com

Now in its 73rd year, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with all developmental disabilities including autism, neurological impairments, intellectual disabilities, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy. Through a comprehensive network of educational programs, day services, residential sites, therapeutic services, employment training, recreation programs and advocacy, the agency helps thousands of children and adults in Westchester and Fairfield Counties live more productive and satisfying lives. The organization’s motto is: Realizing Tomorrow’s Potential . . . Today!
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