Laura's Village Monthly Newsletter

Our Mission Statement

Laura’s Village empowers adults with special needs by nurturing their unique abilities, fostering independence, ensuring dignity, and building community.

We value community, celebration, and faith.

IMPORTANT: Medicaid Update

Partners Health and Vaya Health Merger

On May 22, 2026 Vaya Health and Partners Health announced that they will merge and become one Managed Care Organization called Vaya Partners effective October 1, 2026. Vaya Partners will cover 47 counties and will serve approximately 220,000 members.

This article on Vaya’s website about the upcoming merger states, “Individuals who receive services through Vaya or Partners will not experience changes to their benefits or providers. Contracted providers will continue to operate as they do today, with no immediate changes to participation, billing, or administrative processes. Leadership from both organizations will work closely with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, as well as state and local partners, to ensure continuity of care and a successful transition that puts member, provider, and community needs at the forefront.”

*ECAC email, July 7, 2026

Empowered Abilities Day Program with Ms. Tiena

EMPOWERED ABILITIES

We can’t wait to see our families later this month, ready for another year of growth, connection, and empowerment! Registration opens August 1st for current families.

Provide supplies for Empowered Abilities: Amazon Wishlist

ABLEd Fitness with Ms. Shruti

Registration opens August 1st! REGISTER HERE

Make Fitness a Priority—Your Independence Starts Here!

ABLEd Fitness is a sensory-friendly fitness program designed for neurodivergent and individuals with diverse abilities and needs. We provide personalized fitness plans, compassionate coaching, and a safe environment to help individuals build strength, confidence, and independence.

Learn more about ABLEd Fitness by clicking on the link ABLEd FITNESS or visiting "programs" on our website, laurasvillage.org.

REGISTER HERE

REALM: Our New Integrated Platform

We are excited to introduce our new integrated platform for families, volunteers, and participants. We chose Realm for multiple reasons, including the ease of tracking registrations, payments, and volunteers, as well as the fact that all of your information remains within Realm. We value your privacy, and Realm has committed to keeping information "in-house" and not sharing it with outside sources.

WHY SHOULD YOU SIGN IN/SIGN UP WITH REALM?

You will be notified of volunteer opportunities, events, open registrations, reminders, and more! It will be the most efficient way to keep everyone connected! NOTE: Registrations for Empowered Abilities (current families only), ABLEd Fitness, and the September Workshop are now open through Realm!

HOW DO I SIGN IN OR SIGN UP?

If you are already involved with Laura's Village, you will receive an email invitation to sign in to Realm.

If you are new to Laura's Village, fill out this form, we will add you to Realm, and send you an invite.

Once you're logged in, you may update your information, view registrations and events, and join groups.

MORE QUESTIONS?

Email us at laurasvillageinfo@gmail.com.

Music Bingo Fundraiser!

Looking for a fun night out, while supporting a local business and Laura's Village? Come see us on Thursday, Aug. 13th at 6:30 for Music Bingo at Hoptown Brewing Co. in Mooresville. We have a table reserved right next to the donation box. Join us!

If you can't make it for Music Bingo, drop in anytime and add a token (or more) to our wall. Every token equals $1.00 for Laura's Village! Thank you, Hoptown, for not only believing in our mission, but more importantly, believing in our adults!

Important Dates

Every Sunday: SOAR Special Needs Ministry, 11:00 - noon, Rocky Mount Church, Mooresville

Aug. 1: Laura's Village Open House, 10-11:30

Aug. 1: Empowered Abilities registrations open to current families

Aug. 1: Abled Fitness and September workshop registrations open to all families

Aug. 13: Music Bingo Fundraiser at Hoptown Brewing Co. in Mooresville, 6:30 PM

Aug. 24: Empowered Abilities resumes

Sept. 3: Music Bingo Fundraiser at Hoptown Brewing Co. in Mooresville, 6:30 PM

Sept. 7-10: Empowered Abilities on break

Sept. 8-10: Village Workshop, REGISTER HERE

Oct. 19-22: Empowered Abilities on break

Oct. 19-23: Village Workshop, more details to come, Save the Dates!

2nd Annual I/DD Symposium

This year's presentations will include: - people with lived experience - planning for the future - Iredell County's Special Olympic athletes - resources and more! Dinner will be provided at 5 p.m. Presentations will start promptly at 6 p.m.
Location: Unity Center, 1145 Salisbury Road, Statesville, NC 28677Date and time: Thu, Aug 20, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/upxvwp7

Laura's Village Merchandise

Show your support for Laura’s Village with our logo wear! Hats, shirts, hoodies, mugs—you name it. Pick your favorite color and design, and have it delivered straight to your door. ORDER HERE