#StarfireStories
Starfire is a visionary organization working to build more for people with developmental disabilities’ lives. The data is clear; people with disabilities grow increasingly lonely and isolated as adults. Working with one person and their family at a time, Starfire connects people to relationships and uncovers a person's talents and passions - so they can thrive in their communities alongside their neighbors.
Missy & Danyetta: Building Community
Safi and Tasha’s Story
Tasha and Safi are both doctors, and like so many families juggling careers and children, time is a precious commodity. When they started to build community on their block by planning a neighborhood carnival, they were at first skeptical: “the “why” killed me…” Safi said.
But they soon discovered many neighbors also wanted to live in a connected neighborhood, and a few older residents shared memories of how this is the way things used to be. Their story shows how projects help us come back to the connected neighborhoods of the past but in a new, more inclusive way…
Carol’s Family Story
Starfire believes that a connected an inclusive community starts with families. We support families who want to collaborate with us in that effort.
In this story, Carol steps into a new role as a leader in her neighborhood by hosting a Pop up Sew and Play event that ends by bringing her family's love of Christmas to her neighborhood.
Sawdust and Friendship - Aaron and Thane
Kachelle and the LPH Artist Collective
Ashley’s Family Story
Sean and Emily’s Story - Ladles Soups
Customized Employment (Oakley)
Starfire helps people with developmental disabilities find jobs, and we go beyond that. Relationships are what matter most, and will last over a lifetime. See how Sean and Emily have built a friendship through their connection.
The Covington Family
Garden Party Project (Price Hill)
Starfire believes that a connected an inclusive community starts with families. We support families who want to collaborate with us in that effort. Rita and David take on the role of promoting their neighborhood garden, and grow together as a result.
The Clincy Family
Creative Community Fest Project (Evanston)
Starfire believes that a connected an inclusive community starts with families. We support families who want to collaborate with us in that effort. Mieke leads her family into a new collaborative spirit through their art project.
Joe’s Story - Empower
Customized Employment (Over-the-Rhine)
Starfire helps people with disabilities find jobs, and we go beyond that. We help enliven the workplace and add value in ways that bring their unique purpsose to a business. See that in Joe’s story.