Happy Labor Day from the Charles Lea Center! 💚💙🧡
Today, we extend our gratitude to the dedicated employees who make our mission possible every single day!
While many enjoy a well-deserved day off, the CLC continues providing essential services and supports 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Thank you to our team members working today and every day to ensure individuals and families receive the support they need.
We also want to thank everyone who supports our mission and wis ALL a safe, happy, and relaxing Labor Day.
Happy Labor Day!
#wearecharleslea #laborday #teamclc
Today, we extend our gratitude to the dedicated employees who make our mission possible every single day!
While many enjoy a well-deserved day off, the CLC continues providing essential services and supports 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Thank you to our team members working today and every day to ensure individuals and families receive the support they need.
We also want to thank everyone who supports our mission and wis ALL a safe, happy, and relaxing Labor Day.
Happy Labor Day!
#wearecharleslea #laborday #teamclc
🎰 A Night in Vegas Gala — RSVPs Needed!
✨ Get ready for bright lights, big fun & a night full of Vegas‑style magic at our A Night in Vegas Gala!
We’re serving dinner, dazzling décor, and a night you won’t forget BUT ... don’t roll the dice on getting in! RSVPs are required for admittance, and space is limited so make your RSVP today!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 10
⏰ 4-7pm
📍 Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
📱 Call or text 864‑398‑2051 to RSVP or for more information!
✨ Get ready for bright lights, big fun & a night full of Vegas‑style magic at our A Night in Vegas Gala!
We’re serving dinner, dazzling décor, and a night you won’t forget BUT ... don’t roll the dice on getting in! RSVPs are required for admittance, and space is limited so make your RSVP today!
📅 Saturday, Oct. 10
⏰ 4-7pm
📍 Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
📱 Call or text 864‑398‑2051 to RSVP or for more information!
🚀 Registration is now open!
Join the National Disability AI & Enabling Technology Virtual Summit on November 17, 2026, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. ET.
Discover how artificial intelligence and enabling technologies are creating new opportunities for people with disabilities by supporting communication, learning, employment, independence, and everyday life.
✅ Learn about practical AI tools
✅ Hear from leading AI and disability experts
✅ Explore safe and responsible AI use
✅ Connect with advocates, professionals, educators, researchers, and members of the disability community
Plus, hear a keynote presentation from bestselling author and technology thought leader Seth Godin.
This free virtual event offers valuable insights, resources, and ideas for anyone interested in the future of accessibility and innovation.
🔗 Register today by using the QR Code on the flier.
#DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #AIForGood #AssistiveTechnology #MyTechForAll #NationalDisabilitySummit
Join the National Disability AI & Enabling Technology Virtual Summit on November 17, 2026, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. ET.
Discover how artificial intelligence and enabling technologies are creating new opportunities for people with disabilities by supporting communication, learning, employment, independence, and everyday life.
✅ Learn about practical AI tools
✅ Hear from leading AI and disability experts
✅ Explore safe and responsible AI use
✅ Connect with advocates, professionals, educators, researchers, and members of the disability community
Plus, hear a keynote presentation from bestselling author and technology thought leader Seth Godin.
This free virtual event offers valuable insights, resources, and ideas for anyone interested in the future of accessibility and innovation.
🔗 Register today by using the QR Code on the flier.
#DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #AIForGood #AssistiveTechnology #MyTechForAll #NationalDisabilitySummit
Is anyone else loving this weather lately? It feels like Mother Nature is giving us a little preview of fall and we are loving it! Our ChesLea group enjoyed the perfect temperatures during its outing to McDowell Farms ... soaking up every minute of this beautiful day. ☀️🚜🌻
#wearecharleslea #fallvibesplease! #mcdowellfarms #inthecommunity #weloveourcommunity!
#wearecharleslea #fallvibesplease! #mcdowellfarms #inthecommunity #weloveourcommunity!
🌟 Team CLC was proud to be part of the Tennessee Disability Mega Conference!
Our Tennessee team recently joined leaders, advocates, educators and professionals from across the state to learn, connect and share ideas that create greater inclusion, independence and opportunity for people with disabilities.
Representing CLC were Sandra Mooney, TN Director of Innovation Coordination Services, Katina Cole, West TN Regional Manager, and Natalie Craig, Middle TN Regional Manager.
One of the highlights of the conference was reconnecting with Marie, one of our recent MAPs graduates. In addition to graduating from MAPs, she recently completed a program at Vanderbilt! 🎓 Through MAPs, Marie has used enabling technology supports that help her live independently and stay connected with her family. What a wonderful example of what’s possible when people have the right tools and support, and we’re grateful to have played a part in her journey. 💚
We also enjoyed connecting with our DDA Transition Guide for Middle Tennessee and so many others working to strengthen opportunities for people with disabilities across the state.
We’re proud of our Tennessee team for being part of these important conversations and even prouder to see the impact of MAPs in action. Learning. Connecting. Supporting independence. That’s what it’s all about! 💚🧡💙
#wearecharleslea #teamCLC #tennessee #MAPs #tennesseedisabilitymegaconference
Our Tennessee team recently joined leaders, advocates, educators and professionals from across the state to learn, connect and share ideas that create greater inclusion, independence and opportunity for people with disabilities.
Representing CLC were Sandra Mooney, TN Director of Innovation Coordination Services, Katina Cole, West TN Regional Manager, and Natalie Craig, Middle TN Regional Manager.
One of the highlights of the conference was reconnecting with Marie, one of our recent MAPs graduates. In addition to graduating from MAPs, she recently completed a program at Vanderbilt! 🎓 Through MAPs, Marie has used enabling technology supports that help her live independently and stay connected with her family. What a wonderful example of what’s possible when people have the right tools and support, and we’re grateful to have played a part in her journey. 💚
We also enjoyed connecting with our DDA Transition Guide for Middle Tennessee and so many others working to strengthen opportunities for people with disabilities across the state.
We’re proud of our Tennessee team for being part of these important conversations and even prouder to see the impact of MAPs in action. Learning. Connecting. Supporting independence. That’s what it’s all about! 💚🧡💙
#wearecharleslea #teamCLC #tennessee #MAPs #tennesseedisabilitymegaconference
Spirit Week was a MARVEL-ous time! 🎉
From superheroes to cowboys, throwbacks to team pride, our crew brought the fun, creativity, and some seriously great outfits all week long!
🦸 Marvel Monday
👯 Twin Tuesday
🤠 Wild West Wednesday
📼 Throwback Thursday & Talent Show
🏈 Fan-tastic Friday
And the Spirit Week fun wasn’t limited to the office as even our remote team members joined in! 💻🎉
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated, dressed up, got creative, and helped make the week so much fun. We loved seeing everyone’s personalities and team spirit shine through! 💚
#wearecharleslea #spiritweek #teamspirit #workplacefun #marvelmonday #twintuesday #wildwestwednesday #throwbackthursday #fan-tasticfriday
From superheroes to cowboys, throwbacks to team pride, our crew brought the fun, creativity, and some seriously great outfits all week long!
🦸 Marvel Monday
👯 Twin Tuesday
🤠 Wild West Wednesday
📼 Throwback Thursday & Talent Show
🏈 Fan-tastic Friday
And the Spirit Week fun wasn’t limited to the office as even our remote team members joined in! 💻🎉
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated, dressed up, got creative, and helped make the week so much fun. We loved seeing everyone’s personalities and team spirit shine through! 💚
#wearecharleslea #spiritweek #teamspirit #workplacefun #marvelmonday #twintuesday #wildwestwednesday #throwbackthursday #fan-tasticfriday
✨ A day of learning, innovation, and connection? Yes, please! ✨
Today, we had the opportunity to learn about the exciting advancements in assistive technology at the South Carolina Techwave Assistive Technology Conference. 💡🤝📱
We're especially proud that our CEO, Jerry Bernard, presented a session on person-centered planning and assessment. 👏 We were also thrilled to see Theresa Robbins, a member of the CLC Board of Directors and a recipient of CLC services, share her experiences as part of a panel discussion. 🌟
And a big shout-out to Omar Chirinos, Senior Director of Information Technology & Innovative Services, for his work behind the scenes helping coordinate the conference and make the day a success!
Thank you, Jerry, Theresa, and Omar, for representing CLC and showing the power of innovation, collaboration, and person-centered support. You made us proud!
And thank you to all of the presenters for sharing their knowledge and expertise. 🙏 There was so much valuable information exchanged, and we look forward to seeing how these innovations continue to improve lives across our state.
#SCHumanServiceProvidorsAssociation #TechwaveSC #AssistiveTechnology #PersonCenteredPlanning #Innovation #SouthCarolina #CommunityConnections #Inclusion
Celebrating decades of impact!
Help us as we honor Derrick Pearson and Dameika Drummond for their incredible years of service to the Charles Lea Center.
Derrick has been with the CLC for 20 years and Demeika has been with the CLC for 25 years.
Over the years, they both have touched countless lives through their compassion and dedication. They have greatly improved the lives of so many at the CLC and we so appreciate their service.
Derrick and Dameika were recognized during our Second Quarter Longevity Awards Luncheon, celebrating team members who make a lasting difference every day.
Thank you, Derrick, for 20 amazing years!
Thank you, Dameika, for 25 amazing years!
*Note that not all honorees are pictured.
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #workanniversary #teamCLC #20yearsofservice! #25yearsofservice!
Help us as we honor Derrick Pearson and Dameika Drummond for their incredible years of service to the Charles Lea Center.
Derrick has been with the CLC for 20 years and Demeika has been with the CLC for 25 years.
Over the years, they both have touched countless lives through their compassion and dedication. They have greatly improved the lives of so many at the CLC and we so appreciate their service.
Derrick and Dameika were recognized during our Second Quarter Longevity Awards Luncheon, celebrating team members who make a lasting difference every day.
Thank you, Derrick, for 20 amazing years!
Thank you, Dameika, for 25 amazing years!
*Note that not all honorees are pictured.
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #workanniversary #teamCLC #20yearsofservice! #25yearsofservice!
Celebrating our amazing team!
We’re proud to recognize these employees who celebrated five years of service with the Charles Lea Center in Q2. We are so appreciative of their years of service and dedication.
Thank you for all you do!
- Sonja Browning
- Barja Carrigan
- Debra Fritze
- Latasha Gentry
- Teresa Huckabee
- Vastyne Poole
- Andrew Ruyack
- Anthony Smith
- Nicole Thompson
Please help us congratulate them!
*Note that not all honorees are pictured.*
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #5awesomeyearsofservice #workfamily #workanniversary #wehavethebeststaff!
🏆 We’re Celebrating an Incredible Achievement! 🏆
We are so proud to announce that the Charles Lea Center has been recognized with the 2026 Impruvon IMPACT Award for Precision in Care - Best Medication Rate!
This award recognizes organizations that demonstrate exceptional excellence in medication administration, compliance, and quality of care. While we're honored to receive this recognition, the true credit belongs to our dedicated staff who make our mission possible every single day.
To our nurses and Direct Support Professionals and every employee who plays a role in ensuring safe, high-quality care - THANK YOU! Your attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and compassion for the people we support make achievements like this possible.
This award isn't just about outstanding medication practices - it's a reflection of the culture of teamwork, accountability, and person-centered care that defines the Charles Lea Center.
Congratulations, Team CLC! Thank you for continuing to raise the standard of excellence and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve every day. 💚💙🧡
#WeareCharlesLea #PrecisionInCare #IMPACTAwards #Impruvon #HealthcareExcellence #TeamCLC
We are so proud to announce that the Charles Lea Center has been recognized with the 2026 Impruvon IMPACT Award for Precision in Care - Best Medication Rate!
This award recognizes organizations that demonstrate exceptional excellence in medication administration, compliance, and quality of care. While we're honored to receive this recognition, the true credit belongs to our dedicated staff who make our mission possible every single day.
To our nurses and Direct Support Professionals and every employee who plays a role in ensuring safe, high-quality care - THANK YOU! Your attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and compassion for the people we support make achievements like this possible.
This award isn't just about outstanding medication practices - it's a reflection of the culture of teamwork, accountability, and person-centered care that defines the Charles Lea Center.
Congratulations, Team CLC! Thank you for continuing to raise the standard of excellence and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve every day. 💚💙🧡
#WeareCharlesLea #PrecisionInCare #IMPACTAwards #Impruvon #HealthcareExcellence #TeamCLC
We're so proud to be helping lead the conversation on innovation!
Join us for **TechWave 2026: Riding the Crest of Innovation**, a free, full-day virtual conference exploring assistive technology, remote supports, person-centered practices, and innovative solutions that empower people with disabilities.
The Charles Lea Center is honored to have **two representatives** participating in this year's conference:
💡 **Dr. Jerry Bernard**, CEO, will join present on **Person-Centered Planning and Assessment**, sharing strategies that put individuals at the center of every decision.
💡 **Theresa Robbins**, who receives services through the CLC and serves on our **Board of Directors**, will share her perspective as a panelist, bringing the invaluable voice of lived experience to the discussion.
We invite our colleagues, partners, and friends to join us on **Tuesday, August 18**, for a day of learning, collaboration, and innovation. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
#TechWave2026 #AssistiveTechnology #Innovation #PersonCentered #TechnologyFirst #Inclusion
Join us for **TechWave 2026: Riding the Crest of Innovation**, a free, full-day virtual conference exploring assistive technology, remote supports, person-centered practices, and innovative solutions that empower people with disabilities.
The Charles Lea Center is honored to have **two representatives** participating in this year's conference:
💡 **Dr. Jerry Bernard**, CEO, will join present on **Person-Centered Planning and Assessment**, sharing strategies that put individuals at the center of every decision.
💡 **Theresa Robbins**, who receives services through the CLC and serves on our **Board of Directors**, will share her perspective as a panelist, bringing the invaluable voice of lived experience to the discussion.
We invite our colleagues, partners, and friends to join us on **Tuesday, August 18**, for a day of learning, collaboration, and innovation. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
#TechWave2026 #AssistiveTechnology #Innovation #PersonCentered #TechnologyFirst #Inclusion
📚✏️ Wishing all students, teachers, school staff, and families a fantastic first day of school and an amazing year ahead!
Here at the Charles Lea Center, we're lucky to be neighbors to McCarthy Teszler School. After a quieter summer, it's always exciting to see the buses rolling and watch our neighborhood come alive again.
We hope this school year is filled with learning, laughter, new friendships, and unforgettable memories. Have a wonderful year - we're cheering you on and waving from next door! 💚🍎
#WeAreCharlesLea #BackToSchool #HaveAGreatYear!
🎓✨ Intern Spotlight | Part 2
We're wrapping up our Intern Spotlight series by recognizing another outstanding member of our summer intern team!
Each of our interns brought unique talents, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn while making a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve. Their time with us may have been just one summer, but we hope the experiences, friendships, and memories will last for years to come.
Thank you for spending your summer with the Charles Lea Center. We can't wait to see where your future takes you, and we'll be cheering you on every step of the way! 💚
#WeAreCharlesLea #InternSpotlight #ThankYouInterns #FutureLeaders
We're wrapping up our Intern Spotlight series by recognizing another outstanding member of our summer intern team!
Each of our interns brought unique talents, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn while making a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve. Their time with us may have been just one summer, but we hope the experiences, friendships, and memories will last for years to come.
Thank you for spending your summer with the Charles Lea Center. We can't wait to see where your future takes you, and we'll be cheering you on every step of the way! 💚
#WeAreCharlesLea #InternSpotlight #ThankYouInterns #FutureLeaders
🎓✨ Intern Spotlight Series | Part 1
This summer, we had the privilege of welcoming an incredible group of interns to the Charles Lea Center. They brought fresh ideas, positive energy, and a genuine passion for making a difference and we're so grateful for the time they spent with us.
Over the next two days, we'll be introducing the two amazing students who helped make this summer at the CLC so special. We hope you'll join us in celebrating their hard work, dedication, and bright futures.
Today's Intern Spotlight is just the beginning ... stay tuned for Part 2 on Wednesday! 💚
#WeAreCharlesLea #InternSpotlight #FutureLeaders #MakingADifference
This summer, we had the privilege of welcoming an incredible group of interns to the Charles Lea Center. They brought fresh ideas, positive energy, and a genuine passion for making a difference and we're so grateful for the time they spent with us.
Over the next two days, we'll be introducing the two amazing students who helped make this summer at the CLC so special. We hope you'll join us in celebrating their hard work, dedication, and bright futures.
Today's Intern Spotlight is just the beginning ... stay tuned for Part 2 on Wednesday! 💚
#WeAreCharlesLea #InternSpotlight #FutureLeaders #MakingADifference
Celebrating our amazing team!
We’re proud to recognize these employees who celebrated 10 years of service with the Charles Lea Center in Q2. We are so appreciative of their years of service and dedication.
Thank you for all you do!
-Bobby Jackson
-LaAisa Miller
-Shakiyla Nesbitt
-Mary Simmons
Please help us congratulate them!
*Note that not all honorees are pictured.*
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #10awesomeyearsofservice! #workfamily #workanniversary #wehavethebeststaff!
We’re proud to recognize these employees who celebrated 10 years of service with the Charles Lea Center in Q2. We are so appreciative of their years of service and dedication.
Thank you for all you do!
-Bobby Jackson
-LaAisa Miller
-Shakiyla Nesbitt
-Mary Simmons
Please help us congratulate them!
*Note that not all honorees are pictured.*
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #10awesomeyearsofservice! #workfamily #workanniversary #wehavethebeststaff!
Why Join Our Team?
Looking for more than just a job? Join the Charles Lea Center team and help empower people with disabilities to live full, meaningful lives.
We offer:
✨ Health Insurance
✨ PTO & Holiday Pay
✨ Paid Training
✨ Opportunities throughout Spartanburg County
✨ And More!
Ready to make a difference?
💻 Explore our open positions and apply online at www.CharlesLea.org.
#WeAreCharlesLea #60YearsOfCaring #NowHiring #DSPJobs #MakeADifference #SpartanburgJobs #JoinOurTeam #Careers
#NowHiring #CharlesLeaCenter #JoinOurTeam #MeaningfulWork #HiringEvent #CareersThatMatter #SpartanburgJobs See less
Looking for more than just a job? Join the Charles Lea Center team and help empower people with disabilities to live full, meaningful lives.
We offer:
✨ Health Insurance
✨ PTO & Holiday Pay
✨ Paid Training
✨ Opportunities throughout Spartanburg County
✨ And More!
Ready to make a difference?
💻 Explore our open positions and apply online at www.CharlesLea.org.
#WeAreCharlesLea #60YearsOfCaring #NowHiring #DSPJobs #MakeADifference #SpartanburgJobs #JoinOurTeam #Careers
#NowHiring #CharlesLeaCenter #JoinOurTeam #MeaningfulWork #HiringEvent #CareersThatMatter #SpartanburgJobs See less
🌟💚 Lights off ... FUN ON! 💚🌟
Glow Bingo Loco brought the lights, the laughs, and the excitement ... and we're still talking about it! 🤩✨🎉 Hosted by our My Voice My Choice advocacy group, the CLC gym was filled with glowing smiles, great music, awesome prizes, an epic conga line 🕺✨ and enough energy to keep everyone moving on a Friday after!
Check out these fantastic photos - you can almost feel the excitement through the screen!
Who says Bingo can't be a party? 😄
#WeAreCharlesLea #60YearsofCaring #MyVoiceMyChoice #GlowBingo
Glow Bingo Loco brought the lights, the laughs, and the excitement ... and we're still talking about it! 🤩✨🎉 Hosted by our My Voice My Choice advocacy group, the CLC gym was filled with glowing smiles, great music, awesome prizes, an epic conga line 🕺✨ and enough energy to keep everyone moving on a Friday after!
Check out these fantastic photos - you can almost feel the excitement through the screen!
Who says Bingo can't be a party? 😄
#WeAreCharlesLea #60YearsofCaring #MyVoiceMyChoice #GlowBingo
🌎☀️ Earth Day done right!
Our ChesLea group packed up for a picnic at Cowpens Battlefield and soaked up every bit of that beautiful sunshine! Fresh air, good company, great food and plenty of laughs, well, it doesn’t get much better than that.
Days like this are the perfect reminder to enjoy and appreciate the world around us. Happy Earth Day! 💚🌿
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #earthday #getoutside #cowpensbattlefield
Our ChesLea group packed up for a picnic at Cowpens Battlefield and soaked up every bit of that beautiful sunshine! Fresh air, good company, great food and plenty of laughs, well, it doesn’t get much better than that.
Days like this are the perfect reminder to enjoy and appreciate the world around us. Happy Earth Day! 💚🌿
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #earthday #getoutside #cowpensbattlefield
We had the BEST day when Emit’s Adventures came to visit us at the Charles Lea Center! 🐍🐾
They brought along some fluffy and slithery friends. Yep, snakes and lizards were among the pretty bunnies! It was like having a petting zoo come right to us, and we loved every minute of it.
The Emit’s Adventures team was so patient and kind, taking time to show us each animal and even letting us pet and hold them. Sending them a big thank you for bringing such a fun and unforgettable experience to our day! We can’t wait to have you back! 💚
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #funatCLC #pettingzooday #emit'sadventures
They brought along some fluffy and slithery friends. Yep, snakes and lizards were among the pretty bunnies! It was like having a petting zoo come right to us, and we loved every minute of it.
The Emit’s Adventures team was so patient and kind, taking time to show us each animal and even letting us pet and hold them. Sending them a big thank you for bringing such a fun and unforgettable experience to our day! We can’t wait to have you back! 💚
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #funatCLC #pettingzooday #emit'sadventures
☀️💚 Sunshine, smiles, and SO many wins!!! 💚☀️
The Charles Lea Center crew had the best time participating in Special Olympics.! We cheered each other on while enjoying the beautiful day, and making unforgettable memories.
And we’ve got something to celebrate ... Team CLC brought home FOUR first place medals! 🥇🥇🥇🥇 How amazing is that?!
We’re so proud of our athletes and the joy they bring to everything they do. Days like this don’t get much better! 💚
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #speciallolympics #funinthesun! #goteamCLC!
The Charles Lea Center crew had the best time participating in Special Olympics.! We cheered each other on while enjoying the beautiful day, and making unforgettable memories.
And we’ve got something to celebrate ... Team CLC brought home FOUR first place medals! 🥇🥇🥇🥇 How amazing is that?!
We’re so proud of our athletes and the joy they bring to everything they do. Days like this don’t get much better! 💚
#wearecharleslea #60yearsofcaring #speciallolympics #funinthesun! #goteamCLC!
