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The Creative Living Blog is the place to come to see everything that we've been up to. Our organization is thriving with weekly activities that enrich the lives of so many people.

We Need Your Help in Locating Grants

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 13:59

Creative Living is actively engaged in grant writing to support our programs and fund special projects. Do you know of a foundation we should approach or does your employer offer grants?

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Lots of Cooking Going on with Chefs in the Making!

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 13:41

TOPS Overnights Teach Independent Living Skills!

TOPS Overnights is a collaboration between Creative Living and the Andover/North Andover TOPS program to teach independent living skills, build confidence, grow friendships and have FUN! Click here for more information.

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After School Program Takes to the Outdoors

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 13:07

After School Program takes to the outdoors for an afternoon stroll!

Creative Living After School Program is a successful partnership with the Andover/North Andover Public Schools. We pride ourselves on offering this program that keeps students safe and engaged after school. If you know of an Andover/North Andover student who would benefit from this program, please click here for more information.

Membership Drive: Every Donation goes a Long Way

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 12:00

Every donation goes a long way...Help Creative Living enrich the lives of many.

You can still support Creative Living with an  annual membership -- just visit the Donation page on our website and choose your level of membership. It's easy, fast and secure! Creative Living relies on its members to help us plan for our future. Will you consider becoming a member?

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Remembering Glen Picard, a Long-time Guest at Creative Living

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 11:50

Remembering Glen Richard Picard
February 23, 1969-January 5, 2015

A note of sadness...Glen Picard, a very special long-time attendee at the Creative Living Social Club, passed away in January after a brief illness. He will be missed by his friends and the volunteer staff at Creative Living. 

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Fun on a Friday Night Out

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 11:07

Friday Nights Out...start off the new year as a volunteer on January 30...We need you! Join us for a fun night of games, dancing, art projects, and cooking!

Friday Nights Out! (FNO) is a social club for teens and young adults.

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Cookie Baking in the Afternoon at Creative Living

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 09:57

Creative Living After School Program is a successful partnership with the Andover/North Andover Public Schools. This program keeps students safe and engaged after school, while equipping them with independent life skills and knowledge to live in their communities safely and confidently.

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The Girls Get Dressed up for a December Evening

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 11:27

TOPS Weekends Teach Independent Living Skills!

TOPS Overnights is a collaboration between Creative Living and the Andover/North Andover TOPS program to teach independent living skills, build confidence, grow friendships and have FUN!

January 31-February 1 TOPS Boys Overnight. Click here for more info.

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Creative Living Receives Donation from TD Bank

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 10:50

Show your "affinity" toward Creative Living by joining the Affinity Program. It's an easy and simple way to support Creative Living. No contribution is made from your bank accounts, you are simply showing your "affinity" to Creative Living.

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Social Club Party with Santa

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 10:38

December's Social Club was a BIG HIT! Thanks to our neighbors at Faith Lutheran Church for letting us host our Annual Christmas Party at Fellowship Hall. Santa made a special appearance and shared in a fun evening of desserts, caroling, gift giving, and a fun time was had by all. 

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Thank you to the Service Club

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 09:46

The Service Club of Andover went above and beyond at their annual "Shout Out" auction where more than $7,000 was raised for our GetAway Weekend respite scholarships. The Service Club truly is "making a difference."

Creative Living Relies on its Membership

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 09:40

Membership

Creative Living relies on the support of its members to provide programs and services to the community. You can support Creative Living with an annual membership -- just visit the Donation page on our website and choose your level of membership. It's easy, fast and secure!

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2015 Creative Living Membership Drive off to a Great Start

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Created: Tuesday, 25 August 2015 09:20

Creative Living is starting off the year strong with many donations coming in from our annual membership drive. If you'd like to take part and become a member of Creative Living and help us plan for our future growth, please take a look at the following membership message from our Board President Lucille Giannone:

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Friday Nights Out...Let the Party Begin!

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Created: Monday, 24 August 2015 14:28

Friday Nights Out...a fun time for ALL!
December 19--  Save the Date!  We're always looking for volunteers...so give the most precious gift of all this season-- your time! We really appreciate it.

Join us for a fun night of games, dancing, art projects, and cooking! Friday Nights Out! is a social club for teens and young adults.

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