Empowering Exceptional People

Elijah

Elijah joined us for the first time for fun and games at Get Air.

Ian

Ian takes care of all of the paper shredding at EFR with humor and a high five if you need one!

Ashley & Anna

Ashley and Anna became fast friends during Project Explore.

Scott & Bob

Scott and his DSP Bob have been together for many years and enjoy attending sporting events, including a trip to see the Yankees by bus.

Nick

Nick frequently performs in stage shows through Front Row Players. He has played a number of larger roles such as the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz and also starred as Shrek in Shrek: The Musical. Nick enjoys entertaining others with his uncanny impersonations and memorable movie quotes. He has an interest in becoming a voice actor in the future.

Robin & Susan

Robin and Susan have been together through our Friends Connection group for over 20 years and have shared many adventures and travels, including a trip to Ireland.

Alex

Alex has served as the MC for many events, including our Annual Picnic and heated EFR Jeopardy Games!

Meg & Addie

Adison was a big fan of Project Explore Dance Parties.

Rachel

Rachel took on all of the high ropes elements at Orenda Springs-Fearless!

Addie and DSP Rachel

Addie and Rachel had a blast sampling all of the rides at Sea Breeze!

Marriela & Amaya

Marriela and Amaya love hanging out together each summer at Project Explore.

Delvin And Abby

Delvin works with his DSP Abby on his dream of becoming a successful author like Stephen King or Tyler Perry.   See Delvin tell his story here.

Heather and Ashley

Ashley really enjoys her time with Heather. Whether they are shopping at the mall to get away from the rain or enjoying the sunshine at the zoo, they both always have smiles on their faces.

Lanaya and Gabby

Lanaya is such a joy to be around. She is always smiling and happy to be working when she is with Gavi. She always encourages Gavi to complete her workout and praises her for doing so well. When they are not working on her exercise goals, they enjoy spending time out in the community.

Nat and Patty

Nat and Patty have been together since 2017. Nat and Patty have formed a close bond and spend about 30 hours a week together. They enjoy indoor swimming, bowling, bingo, shopping, visiting celebrations for crafts with EFR, and meal planning. Nat enjoys finding new meals to make with the confidence she feels with her DSP at her side. They enjoy planning meals for the whole week!

Cleo and Claire

Cleo is a Syracuse University graduate who has been a volunteer and fundraiser for The Relay for Life team.  His connection to Relay for Life is personal as he lost his mom when he was only 8 years old to breast cancer.  But with the help of Claire, Cleo graduated and hopes to use his degree in Sports Management to become a social media director for a college sports team.  Cleo tells his story here.