My Possibilities is the first full day, full year continuing education program in Collin County aimed to give adults with cognitive disabilities the chance at a higher education that helps them discover their purpose.
Parent/Caregiver Representative to the Board – Deb Kennedy
Informational meetings for families and caregivers are typically held on the third Friday at 3:30 pm or the third Saturday at 10:30 am of each month in the cafeteria at My Possibilities. The meeting dates can be found on the MP Calendar. Notes are taken and distributed by e-mail to those who cannot attend the meetings.
To gain access to meeting notes a password is required.
Please contact Andy Bouma at afbouma40@gmail.com for inquires and access.
Connect with other HIPster family members and caregivers, share resources and stay up-to-date on information and events of interest to families by joining the HIPster Families Facebook Page. Contact Gaylen Tharp at shakyes@aol.com for information on how to join the group.
Information about events and activities at My Possibilities is sent out regularly by e-mail. If you do not receive regular e-mail updates, including the monthly calendar, make sure that Lena Carrera has your correct e-mail address.
Family members are encouraged to help make every day count for our HIPsters by volunteering their time and offering resources to fill the many day-to-day needs at My Possibilities. If you are a parent of a HIPster and would like more information about how you can get involved with one of the committees below, contact Gaylen Tharp at shakyes@aol.com or 972-633-8244. Family members are also encouraged to join the HIPster Families Facebook page by e-mailing a request to Gaylen.
Communication committee members take notes at monthly meetings for those unable to attend, manage the HIPster Families Facebook page, provide information for this web page along with other tasks that help facilitate communication between family members/caregivers and My Possibilities staff.
Plans events for parents to get to know each other and assists with showing appreciation to our dedicated MP staff and instructors.
Supports the fundraising efforts that allow MP to offer high quality programs and staff.