Christina Waddle
Music is a universal language that transcends barriers and brings people together. For individuals with developmental disabilities, music can be a powerful tool for self-expression and socialization. Performing, like at the recent Autism Rocks event, is the icing on the cake. KAA provides music therapy and performance opportunities for individuals with disabilities. One of the…
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2022 was a milestone year for KAA: Autism Rocks 13, Ridin’ & Rockin’ for KAA, Wine Over the Rhine and the KAA Golf Classic are just a few of the many successful fundraising events that have helped us magnify our mission of LIVE, WORK and ENGAGE. We also want to say a special thank you…
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We are so excited to congratulate Gio Boeing, our community engagement manager, on her retirement! Gio joined the Ken Anderson Alliance in 2017; accepting the challenge to establish what is now our extremely popular ENGAGE program. Let’s learn a little more about Gio’s long career of advocating for adults and children with disabilities and developing…
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2022 has been incredible for the KAA community. Most notably, this year has been big for ribbon cuttings. We’ve grown our organization with two additional locations: the beautiful new o2 Urban Farms facility and a second Just Brew in Harrison. What’s more, your contributions have allowed us to add programming for young adults with disabilities…
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In early August, the Ken Anderson Alliance WORKforce development skills training microenterprise, o2 Urban Farms, opened their doors at 5180 Delhi Road. Cultivating the KAA Mission o2 Urban Farms is an extension of the KAA WORK program. Our mission is to provide meaningful job skills training for adults with disabilities. We use hydroponics technology to…
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So far the Ken Anderson Alliance has held a successful week of Summer Series concerts in 2022. The outdoor patio at Just Brew Silverton provided a beautiful backdrop for our adult day service program participants and Melodic Connections to bring cafe-goers their greatest hits. The success of the concert series is in part thanks to…
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KAA created the ENGAGE program to provide adults with disabilities the opportunity to connect through activities within their community. We offer recreational programming around Cincinnati, a vibrant and growing city with endless possibilities for fun. Our ENGAGE outings create space for members to forge meaningful bonds while making important memories. We’ve found this community engagement…
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Just Brew is growing! Our neighborhood coffee shop is opening a new set of doors in Harrison. We’re excited to bring our coffee on a mission to another greater Cincinnati area location. If you didn’t know, Just Brew employs adults with disabilities as a part of the Ken Anderson Alliance. Our coffee brews purpose while…
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The Ken Anderson Alliance’s mission is to provide LIVE, WORK, and ENGAGE opportunities for adults with disabilities. As a part of the ENGAGE track, the KAA adult day services program aims to provide meaningful engagements through music, creativity, and community. We currently have 70 participants enrolled in our music programs, art classes, and community excursions.…
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At Ken Anderson Alliance, we believe that our growing team of supporters empower adults with disabilities to learn, grow, and engage to achieve independence. Because of you, our participants thrive and pursue their passions. At this time, we express our gratitude to our volunteers who support our mission. National Volunteer Week “Never doubt that a…
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