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Volume 10 Issue 10
October 2014
Hampden
1 Main Rd. N. / PO Box 657
Hampden, ME 04444
207-907-4501
Fax: 207-862-0081
What’s New at Momentum?
Inside this
issue:
Nature Trek: Saco River
Paddle and Camping
What’s New?
1
Announcements
2
Birthdays
3
New Faces
3
Job Openings
3
Staff Spotlight
3
Casco
4-5
Windham
6-7
Bomb Diggity Arts
8-9
Hampden
10-11
Nature Trek
12
Special Olympics
12
Activities
Calendars:
Jon and Benz cross
something off of their
bucket list: SKYDIVING!!!
-Windham/Casco
-Bomb Diggity
-Hampden
Special
Olympics
Unified Golf
Tournament
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-AnnouncementsThe Saco River Trip was absolutely fantastic! I want
to thank Lacey, Josh, Don, John, Levi, Brian, Nicole
and Glenn for all going on the trip. We paddled nearly
11 miles down river, camping out along the banks for
the night! Although the temperatures dipped below
freezing at night, we ate hot food, made Cowboy
Coffee, hot chocolate, and enjoyed a camp fire in the
evening and morning. All had positive attitudes and
were part of making it all happen! It was a great
experience for river reading, paddling around
strainers, rocks, and increasing boat maneuvering
skills!
-Dennis
Halloween Dance 10/31 Casco Office 9-1
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Dance Party!
Costume Contest!
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
Bobbing for Apples & other Fall Games
A Healthy Potluck (please bring a dish to share)
PUBLIC FEEDBACK FORUM
Please complete our
feedback survey(s)!
Available on www.vcpmaine.org
OR
call The Maine Parent Federation
Monday-Friday (8:30-4:30)
1-800-870-7746
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developmental disabilities (I/DD),
family members, siblings, guardians,
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and service providers for adults with
I/DD, are encouraged to provide
feedback on services provided by the
Maine Department of Health and
Human Services Office of Aging and
Disability Services.
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Correspondent Program; the Maine Developmental Disabilities Council; Maine Parent Federation; Speaking Up for Us; and the University of
Maine Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies, with cooperation from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Aging and Disability Services.
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Staff Spotlight: Jenny Ekholm
Program Administrator Assistant– Hampden
What is the last book you read?
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Steig Larsson I am currently reading the first
book of The Game of Thrones Series.
What is your favorite sound?
Hmm… I have never thought about what my favorite sound is, I would have to say the sound of nature while
hiking in the woods.
If you were a color, what would it be?
If I were a color I would be yellow, because it is bright and cheerful.
You get an unexpected day off– What do you do?
On an unexpected day off I would sleep in, then clean my house and relax on the couch with my cat.
You can order any dinner you want– What do you choose?
If I could order any dinner I wanted, I would choose the letter E (a mixture of the best Chinese food) from my
local Chinese Restaurant.
Fur or feathers?
Fur
You get a $1000 bonus– What’s the first thing you buy?
I put it towards student loans.
Your favorite celebrity sneezes in his hand, do you shake it?
Probably not.
What’s your favorite candy bar?
I don’t like candy bars :-/ I’m not a fan of chocolate.
Something you want people to know about you:
I have an awesome cat named Scout!
October
Birthdays
Kayla D.
Cassie F.
Ralph H.
Pamela M.
Matthew M.
Vicki P.
Dana R.
Hanna S.
Cassie A.
Bruce B.
Donald B.
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New Faces
Job Openings
Susan B.
John C.
Shawn C.
Robert G.
Jake H.
Kenneth H.
Donnie H.
Mark H.
David L.
James O.
Derek T.
Seth W.
All must apply through Craigslist
Or jobsinme.com

Hampden– DSP (Part-time)
Philip M.
Reis P.
Chad L.
Jonathan K.
David S.
There is always room to grow at Momentum,
personally and professionally. Please talk to your
supervisor about any ideas you have about
expanding your role, learning new skills, taking on
new projects– whatever excites you and keeps you
happy in your job!
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Nicole, Bill S, Jordan, Alex, & Kate
James W.
Thanks to our
Rootin’ Tootin’
host and
hostess of the
Block Party, Dennis and
Rhonda!! It was a rip roarin’
good time! Yee Haw!
The Special Olympics Golf
Team went to Loon Cove Golf
Course in Skowhegan for a
Skills Challenge Competition!
Great job everyone!!
Seth L.
The Plant Club has been very busy this
month! They made Calendula and mint lip balm
and sweet fern and chocolate lye
soap from scratch! They are also Jordan, Jerry, Stephen,
& Seth L
working on a big collage
showcasing everything they have
collected and learned about!
Brian C, & Daniel
Songo River Queen
Kathy & the gang!
Kathy, Jerry &
Doreen
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Having fun!
Brian
Paul C
Misti
Allie
Oxford Fair!
Cassie
Stephen
A day at the ocean...Harbor Fish
Market and Portland State Pier
Doreen, Brenda A, & Connie
Page 5
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Windham
Nick &
Ann
Nick
Sheri
Julie
Bowling @ Spare Time
Ann
Ben
The Ferocious Competitors...
Lindsay
Red Sox World
Series Trophy
Dani,
Kathleen,
Linny &
Matt
Justin
Special
Olympics
Golf
Tournaments
Sean
Pineland Farms
Trail Walk
Nick
Justin & John
Kim, Dani, Kathleen, Liz, Linny, & Matt
Ben
Neil
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Momentum’s
Annual Block
Party @
Costi &
Range Pond Sean
Ryan
Jon, Stefan, & Lacey
Page 6
Fall
by Julie D.
The summer
is ending.
The leaves are fallingDuring the day.
We can’t go for walk
At Back Bay
During the day.
As we sayHappy Fall is in the air.
Scarborough Marsh
Costi,
Joey,
& Ann
Dani, Ann, & Sheri
Robinson Woods
Monique, Luc,
Tim, & Joel
Music
Practice
Sean
Erin & Luke
Brittany
Fort Williams
Justin & Rachel
Joey
Veronica
SMILES by Erin
Ben & Erin
Cheryl & Brenda
Michelle,
Jon, &
Lacey
Bug Light Park
Kettle Cove
Julie’s thank-you card
Julie, Lacey, Katie, & the
Lucky
Catch Lobstermen
Page 7
Julie, Lacey,
& Katie
Michelle, Jon, & Lacey
Mike & Erin
Lacey
Oceanography/s Lucky Catch Lobster Boat Trip
Julie
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Kathleen
Page 9
Corey
Brenda
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Hampden News…
September saw some exciting times here in the North this year. Biggest ATV ride we
have ever put together up in Abbott. Did some hikes including Barren Mountain along
the Appalachian Trail and into Gulf Hagas to check out the waterfalls. We even went to
the ocean to do some fishing. But I think the award for craziest activity of the month,
heck maybe even the year, has to be Sky Diving! We are always looking for ways to help
people achieve their dreams here and 3 of our folks took to the skies of Millinocket to
jump out of a plane with Mount Katahdin as their back drop. Congrats to David, Benz,
and Jon for crossing a major item off the bucket list and giving us a thrill in the process!
Special Olympics Fundraising!
Casco Block Party Challenge
Our team has been doing many fundraisers to help support our team in the
upcoming events! This month we put on a fancy Bistro Night where we set our
program location up similar to an Italian restaurant. Our athletes and coaches did a
great job in being wait staff, hosting, and preparing meal orders in the kitchen. Thank
you to everyone who helped out! We had positive reviews from our guests and we
plan on doing it again next year! Tune in next month to see what fundraising we do
next!
From Hannah’s Desk
So, is anyone else super excited that fall is here? The leaves falling and changing
colors, the cooler sleeping nights…and not to mention Halloween is coming!!!
The post office is telling me that there is mail being addressed incorrectly. This slows
down the processing of all documents; it would be really helpful if everyone would
double check that the address on file for Momentum- Hampden. The address should
be PO Box 657, Hampden, ME 04444. Please also make sure the address label states
Momentum Inc. and if necessary the person’s name the mail is for.
Also be watching the mail for the annual Shared Living Provider brunch being held at
the Hampden office on October 9th from 10am-1pm. We’d really like to see all of our
Providers make the event! Please give me a call soon and let me know that you’re
coming!
Rhonda at Pleasant Hill Campground
Benz at Lily Bay State Park
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Dennis P.
Kayaking on Moosehead
Fatune W.
Jackie C.
Tyson S.
Arcade Time!
Patrick D.
Old Orchard Beach
James R.
Scott S.
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Nature Trek
Baxter State Park: Tuesday, October 7th
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Departs: 8am Tuesday, October 7th and returns 3pm Thursday the 9th
Trip Leaders: Jeff
Capacity: 12
Cost: $50
Food: Pack a lunch Tuesday, all food provided thereafter.
Description: One of Maine’s most beautiful state parks, with stunning
views of mountains and wildlife are at every turn. The activities
include; canoeing, hiking and exploring many serene trails that lead to
waterfalls. The chances of seeing some moose are very good, so bring
your camera and sense of adventure.
Arethusa Falls, New Hampshire: Friday, October 16th
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Time: 8a-5p
Trip Leader: Rhonda & Glenn
Capacity: 12
Cost: Free
Food: Pack a lunch, snacks and drinks
Description: A beautiful scenic hiking adventure to a massive
waterfall. Seeing it with your own eyes is the only way to go; pictures do not do it
justice. Challenge yourself on this 3-mile roundtrip hike.
***Nature Treks may be subject to change. Contact your Program Administrator for more information.***
Special Olympics
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10.2 Central ME Soccer Tournament—Husson University, Bangor (Rain date: 10.3)
10.4 Southern ME Soccer Tournament—Gorham High School (Rain date: 10.11)
10.15 Regional 10-Pin Bowling Tournament—Bangor Lanes
10.30 Candlepin Bowling Tournament—Vacationland Bowling Ctr, Saco 12:30p
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Casco Activities = Black
Windham Activities = Orange
Community Events = Brown
Nature Trek = Green
Special Olympics = Blue
Momentum Event =Purple
Sun
Mon
Tue
*Check the
Momentum Website
for an update on
Casco Activities. Sorry
for the inconvenience!
5
12
Fri
1
2
3
Amber Art 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Bowling 1-5
Wellness 9-1
Soccer Training
Bowling Practice
Ice Skating 10:30-12
Culinary 9-1
Sign Language 9-1
Career Choices 9-1
Tractor Club 1-5
History Club 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Music 9-1
Gardening 9-1
Wildlife Park Volunt. 9-1
Outdoor Adventure 9-1/1-5
Band 9-1
Adventure Training 9-1
Volunteer 9-1
Crafts 9-1
Music Focus 9-1
Oceanography Club 9-1
Team Adventure 9-1
7
8
9
10
YOGA @ 10 in Casco
Art Workshop 9-1/1-5
Riding to the Top 9-1
Woodworking 9-1
Adventure 9-1
Volunteer 9-1/1-5
Bowling 9-1
Swimming 9-1
Beach/Trail Walk 9-1/1-5
Amber Art 1-5
Karate 9-1
Newsletter Club 9-1
Yoga/Fitness 9-1
Billiards Club 1-5
Outdoor Adventure 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Music 9-1/1-5
Bike Ride 1-5
Baxter Departs 9a
Amber Art 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Bowling 1-5
Wellness 9-1
Bowling Practice
Ice Skating 10:30-12
Culinary 9-1
Sing Language 9-1
Career Choices 9-1
Tractor Club 1-5
History Club 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Music 9-1
Gardening 9-1
Wildlife Park Volunt. 9-1
Outdoor Adventure 9-1/1-5
Baxter Returns 3p
Adventure Training 9-1
Volunteer 9-1
Crafts 9-1
Music Focus 9-1
Oceanography Club 9-1
Team Adventure 9-1
13
14
15
16
17
Karate 9-1
Newsletter Club 9-1
Yoga/Fitness 9-1
Billiards Club 1-5
Outdoor Adventure 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Music 9-1/1-5
Bike Ride 1-5
Mason Township Yurt
Amber Art 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Bowling 1-5
Wellness 9-1
Celtics Bball Game
Bowling Practice
Ice Skating 10:30-12
Culinary 9-1
Sign Language 9-1
Career Choices 9-1
Tractor Club 1-5
History Club 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Music 9-1
Gardening 9-1
Wildlife Park Volunt. 9-1
Outdoor Adventure 9-1/1-5
Adventure Training 9-1
Volunteer 9-1
Crafts 9-1
Music Focus 9-1
Oceanography Club 9-1
Team Adventure 9-1
20
21
22
23
24
YOGA @ 10 in Casco
Art Workshop 9-1/1-5
Mason Township Yurt Tour
Riding to the Top 9-1
Woodworking 9-1
Adventure 9-1
Volunteer 9-1/1-5
Bowling 9-1
Swimming 9-1
Beach/Trail Walk 9-1/1-5
Amber Art 1-5
Karate 9-1
Newsletter Club 9-1
Yoga/Fitness 9-1
Billiards Club 1-5
Outdoor Adventure 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1
Music 9-1/1-5
Bike Ride 1-5
Amber Art 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Bowling 1-5
Wellness 9-1
Bowling Practice
Ice Skating 10:30-12
Culinary 9-1
Sign Language 9-1
Career Choices 9-1
Tractor Club 1-5
History Club 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Music 9-1
Gardening 9-1
Wildlife Park Volunt. 9-1
Outdoor Adventure 9-1/1-5
Adventure Training 9-1
Volunteer 9-1
Crafts 9-1
Music Focus 9-1
Oceanography Club 9-1
Team Adventure 9-1
27
28
29
30
31
YOGA @ 10 in Casco
Art Workshop 9-1/1-5
Riding to the Top 9-1
Woodworking 9-1
Adventure 9-1
Volunteer 9-1/1-5
Bowling 9-1
Swimming 9-1
Beach/Trail Walk 9-1/1-5
Amber Art 1-5
Karate 9-1
Newsletter Club 9-1
Yoga/Fitness 9-1
Billiards Club 1-5
Outdoor Adventure 1-5
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1
Music 9-1/1-5
Bike Ride 1-5
Amber Art 9-1
Hike/Walk 9-1/1-5
Bowling 1-5
Wellness 9-1
Bowling Practice
Ice Skating 10:30-12
Culinary 9-1
Sign Language 9-1
Career Choices 9-1
Tractor Club 1-5
History Club 9-1
Angel Winged Farm 9-1
Music 9-1
Gardening 9-1
Wildlife Park Volunt. 9-1
Outdoor Adventure 9-1/1-5
Adventure Training 9-1
Volunteer 9-1
Music Focus 9-1
Oceanography Club 9-1
Team Adventure 9-1
CLOSED
26
Thu
6
Columbus Day
19
Wed
Baxter State Park: Tuesday, October 7th
Arethusa Falls, NH: Friday, October 16th
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Time: 8a-5p
Trip Leader: Rhonda & Glenn
Capacity: 12
Cost: Free
Food: Pack a lunch, snacks and drinks.
Description: A beautiful scenic hiking adventure to a massive
waterfall. Seeing it with your own eyes is the only way to go;
pictures do not do it justice. Challenge yourself on this 3-mile
roundtrip hike.
***Nature Treks may be subject to change. Contact your PA for more information.***
4
Soccer
Tourney
9a
11
18
25
Halloween Dance
Halloween Dance 10/31
Nature Trek
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Departs:
8am Tuesday, October 7th and returns 3p Thursday the
9th
Trip Leaders: Jeff
Capacity: 12
Cost: $50
Food: Pack a lunch Tuesday, all food provided thereafter.
Description: One of Maine’s most beautiful state parks, with
stunning views of mountains and wildlife at every turn. The
activities include; canoeing, hiking and exploring many serene
trails that lead to waterfalls. The chance of seeing some moose
are very good, so bring your camera and sense of adventure.
Sat
Casco Office 9-1

Dance Party!

Costume Contest!

Bobbing for Apples & other Fall Games

A Healthy Potluck (please bring a dish to share)
Special Olympics

10.2 Central ME Soccer Tournament—Husson
University, Bangor (Rain date: 10.3)

10.4 Southern ME Soccer Tournament—Gorham
High School (Rain date: 10.11)

10.15 Regional 10-Pin Bowling Tournament—
Bangor Lanes

10.30 Candlepin Bowling Tournament—
Vacationland Bowling Ctr, Saco 12:30p
Hampden Momentum Community Support Program – October 2014
Bik SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Note: Please dress appropriately with clothing and shoes
that fit our active schedule. Remember to bring
sunscreen, water, and bag lunches. Please be aware that
trips on this schedule must be signed up for in advance
and transportation changes are your responsibility!
5
6
Rec Center/SO Practice
Culinary
Biking
Woodworking
12
13
Rec Center/SO Practice
Culinary
Biking
Woodworking
19
26
20
Mason Township Trip
7am-5pm
Rec Center/SO Practice
Culinary
Biking
Woodworking
7
WEDNESDAY
1
Soccer Practice
Vol- Stillwater Healthcare
Advanced Photo
Bowling $2.50
Maintenance Club
8
Bowling $2.50
Yearbook
Life Skills
Movie Group
So Practice
Vol- Stillwater Healthcare
Advanced Photo
Bowling $2.50
Maintenance Club
14
15
Mason Township
Work Day TBA
Bowling $2.50
Yearbook
Life Skills
Movie Group
21
SO Bowling Tournament
TBA
22
Bowling $2.50
Yearbook
Life Skills
SO Practice
Vol- Stillwater Healthcare
Advanced Photo
Movie Group
Bowling $2.50
Maintenance Club
27
28
29
Rec Center/SO Practice
Culinary
Bowling $2.50
Yearbook
Life Skills
Movie Group
SO Practice
Vol- Stillwater Healthcare
Advanced Photo
Bowling $2.50
Biking
Woodworking
Morning Program 830a-130p
THURSDAY
2
SO Soccer Tournament
8am-2:30
Vol- Penquis Daycare
Drawing
Woodworking
Life Skills
Zumba!
FRIDAY
3
Advanced Hiking
10
Woodworking
Life Skills
Zumba!
Kayaking
Swimming
Vol- Penquis Daycare
Drawing
Advanced Hiking
Advanced Hiking
16
17
Woodworking
Life Skills
Zumba
Kayaking
Swimming
23
Vol- Penquis Daycare
Drawing
Woodworking
Life Skills
Zumba!
Halloween Party 5p-7p
30
4
Kayaking
Swimming
9
Vol- Penquis Daycare
Drawing
SATURDAY
18
25
24
All Staff Meeting
Program Closed
31
11
Hampden Momentum Community Support Program – October 2014
Afternoon Program 130p-500p
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Note: Please dress appropriately with clothing and shoes
that fit our active schedule. Remember to bring
sunscreen, water, and bag lunches. Please be aware that
trips on this schedule must be signed up for in advance
and transportation changes are your responsibility!
5
6
7
12
13
14
19
20
21
26
Rock Climbing
Culinary
Rock Climbing
Culinary
Mason Township Trip
7am-5pm
Rock Climbing
Culinary
27
Rock Climbing
Culinary
28
WEDNESDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
4
8
9
10
11
15
16
17
18
22
23
24
25
Biking
Photo Club
Kayak
Biking
Photo Club
Kayak
Mason Township
Work Day TBA
THURSDAY
SO Bowling Tournament
TBA
Biking
Photo Club
Kayak
29
Biking
Photo Club
Kayak
SO Soccer Tournament
8am-2:30
Bowling $2.50
Kayak
Bowling $2.50
Kayak
Bowling $2.50
Kayak
All Staff Meeting
Program Closed
Halloween Party 5p-7p
30
31
Bowling $2.50
Kayak