Location: Sports Center

The Whitley County Dazzlers will be performing a pom pom routine to Space Jams.

Location: Sports Center

Warriors Inc believes that every individual deserves a chance to thrive and contribute positively to society. However, we recognize that not everyone has equal access to opportunities. That’s where Warriors INC comes in. Our board of passionate individuals is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and adults in our community and surrounding areas who have intellectual development and physical disabilities. Warriors INC helps to further our purpose in a variety of different ways. Dancing has proven to be an incredibly empowering and transformative activity for individuals with disabilities. Regardless of the nature or severity of their condition, dancing offers a unique avenue for self-expression, improved physical health, and enhanced emotional well-being. Through adapted choreography and supportive environments, people with disabilities can discover newfound abilities, build strength, coordination, and flexibility, and develop a stronger connection with their bodies.

Location: Main Stage

With the facilitation of Jester team member Gloria Minnich and the assistance of Julie Tompkins, the Mirror Lake Players will perform a series of improvisational theatre structures that will invite audience input and interaction.

Location: Main Stage

Motivational speaking. Hi, my name is Kendra hummer. I’m so excited to share my story. I have quadriplegic Cerebral palsy. I’m here to share with you the Journey of my life and how I roll with life my mission is to empower individuals with a disability and to share awareness. If my story. Can help someone. Go through the things that I went through. By hearing. My perspective on everything. That comes along with. How many? Then I’ve done my job. All I wanna to is do Use My experience through my life to help others. With their lives.

Location: Main Stage

Googly is a sensory theatre show that embraces the diverse range of ways that humans can connect and communicate with each other. By using the senses of not only sight and sound, but also touch, smell, kinesthetic, and taste, audience participants will go on an immersive journey exploring the world of the legendary googly eyes. Featuring original music performed live by a cast of four, actors adapt to the reactions of the audience participants “in the moment”, creating a piece of theatre that is truly interactive, unique, and a genuine sensory shared group experience. This show is created with the aim of reaching audience members with the most access barriers, including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities and/or those on the autism spectrum.

Location: Main Stage

Joyful Songsters will be singing the selection of songs which they performed at our Indiana Statehouse last month.

Location: Main Stage

Our Cheer Gems team looks forward to showcasing their hard work and talent. Having a stage to perform makes the experience that much more authentic. Their performance speaks on our friends desire to shine bright in this world. GiGi’s is a place they are loved and accepted for who they are and are given opportunities to share their light.

Special needs trusts are an option to save financial resources and protect eligibility for benefits like Medicaid, Social Security, and others. They can be an important tool for individuals and families who are looking at planning for the future. There are a number of things to consider when determining what trust is right for your situation and the ways to get a special needs trust established. This presentation will review what types of special needs trusts are available, who qualifies, and the options in getting a special needs trust set up.

Dementia Friends help everyone in the community understand five key messages about dementia, how it affects people, and how we can make a difference in the lives of people living with the disease and their caregivers.

At the end of the session, we will give you many ideas to turn your understanding into action – to advance awareness and education of dementia, reduce the stigma associated with the disease, and create community environments that are welcoming and conducive for those living with dementia.

Special needs trusts are an option to save financial resources and protect eligibility for benefits like Medicaid, Social Security, and others. They can be an important tool for individuals and families who are looking at planning for the future. There are a number of things to consider when determining what trust is right for your situation and the ways to get a special needs trust established. This presentation will review what types of special needs trusts are available, who qualifies, and the options in getting a special needs trust set up.