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THE NASLUND & NASLUND FOUNDATION
HELPING US TO CHANGE LIVES
APRIL NEWSLETTER
LIGHT OF HOPE / ISSUE 34/ APRIL - 2026
Focusing on Community Integration for Adults with Diverse Abilities
APRIL IN SPRING
LIFE IN FULL BLOOM!!!
IN FOCUS
Samuel A.
Samuel looks forward to attending the Light of Hope program to be with his friends. He waits patiently for the schedule that comes out on Fridays to see what the next week's activities are. He enjoys bowling, art classes, zumba, and volunteering at Shemesh Farms.
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Samuel is always thoughtful of others and makes sure no one forgets their lunch bags, yoga mats or water bottles. He is helpful and enjoys helping to clean up, putting chairs back into place, erasing the board and taking trash out.
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At the end of the program day, he likes to say good-bye to everyone, therefore he is always the last one to leave.
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Samuel, you are a pleasure to have at the Light of Hope program!
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Samuel enjoying the exhibits at the California Science Museum.
Click on the link below to read an article on Light of Hope's Director, Kimberly Naslund.
https://voyagela.com/interview/check-out-kimberlys-story/
THIS MONTH IN APRIL
April Fools' Day
April Fools' Day
Autism Awareness
Autism Awareness
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SPRING EQUINOX
Spring's First Joy
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Catherine Pulsifer
Bowling!
Easter
Easter
Arbor Day
Arbor Day
Earth Day
Earth Day
Special Recognition
Light of Hope's very own employee, Josephine Riley, will be performing in the production of "Footloose!" Let us support her in this endeavor. Click on the link below to purchase your tickets!
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https://highstreetartscenter.csstix.com/event-details.php?e=340
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CONGRATULATIONS, JOSEPHINE!
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Ashley Morales Estrada
At the Light of Hope Program, we prioritize hiring dedicated support staff for our participants. We recognize the crucial role these employees play in improving our company and enriching the experiences of our clients. The employee to be recognized this month is Ashley Morales Estrada.
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Ashley is the type of employee businesses love to have. She is always on time, she has a professional attitude, always willing to assist, she's patient, kind, engaging and attentive to her clients.
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Ashley has also proven to be a great communicator, and shown us that she is here to make a difference in the live of the participants.
Thank you, Ashley, for being a pleasant and positive role model. Keep shining!
THE AUTHOR'S NEST
A Great Time for Poetry
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With this month shining a spotlight on the preservation of trees,
NEW LIFE SPRINGING UP!
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A Light Exists in Spring​​​
A light exists in Spring
Not present on the Year
At any other period -
When March is scarcely here
A Color stands abroad
On Solitary Fields
That Science cannot overtake
But Human Nature feels... Emily Dickinson
Participants in the Light of Hope program enjoy swinging the bat at the batting cage, it one of their favorite activities. This fun experience not only enhances their enjoyment but also strengthens their arms and upper body. Additionally, it gives them valuable skills in focus and aim.
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(Light of Hope participant, Mo H. swinging for a hit!)
THE BATTING CAGE!
Historical April
March 10, 1903​
Clare Boothe Luce was born in New York City. She served in the House of Representatives from 1943 to 1947 and became the first woman appointed as U.S. ambassador to a major country (Italy).
​March 28, 1941
Lilian Bader joined the Women's Auxiliary Air Force. Trained in instrument repair, she became a leading aircraft woman and was later promoted to the rank of Corporal during World War 2.
March 31, 1988
Toni Morrison wins Publitzer Prize for her novel "Beloved."
CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS THIS MONTH!
KATELYN S. BRYNN M.
TANYA D. MOHAMAD H.
SHARONA K. AMANDA V.
FUN FACTS FOR APRIL
(Fun Facts provided by Angela Anderson)
NEW LIFE SPRINGING UP
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