Transitioning Together

06/24/2026

Stop by this Friday Friends! Thanks so much Grace! ❤️

Edited***TWO more weeks left, so 2 more chances! WhirliDogs

06/16/2026

Can you say YUMMY??!!!! So excited for the new additions at WhirliDogs! Great place to take Dad this weekend too! 😍

06/14/2026

Is it bad that almost all of our posts start out with being happy, grateful, overjoyed, thankful, excited, or whatever other positive emotion you want to add?

I'm glad it's not, because I am still smiling about our most recent event—Karaoke & Line Dancing—which may have been one of the best of 2026. 💙

Art Rob The Heart Throb was amazing, the dance floor was packed, and the music was poppin'! TT participants filled the Larema Coffee House! 🤠🕺💃🎤🎶

Friends from middle school were reunited and new friendships were formed. The smiles were EVERYWHERE! 🥰🥰🥰

So many reasons to be thankful.

Stephenson Millwork, thank you for your sponsorship and for helping make this event possible.

Thank you to our volunteers for leading the dances and keeping the energy high all night long.

Kevin at Larema Coffee House, thank you for allowing TT's version of a coffee house "takeover" be so successful. We so appreciate your support of inclusion in our community.

Most of all, thank you to all the families and caregivers for believing in the TT mission and coming out to dance and sing with us.

Nights like these remind us why we do what we do. 💙

06/10/2026

💙 Caregiver Tips 💙

Building Independence One Step at a Time

As caregivers, it's natural to want to help. Sometimes, though, the greatest gift we can give is the opportunity for someone to do things for themselves.

Building independence doesn't happen overnight. It grows through practice, patience, and encouragement. Here are some ideas to try out.

✨ Allow extra time for tasks.
✨ Offer choices whenever possible.
✨ Encourage problem-solving.
✨ Celebrate effort, not just success.
✨ Remember that mistakes are part of learning.

What may take a little longer today can lead to greater confidence tomorrow.

Every small step toward independence helps build self-esteem, decision-making skills, and a stronger sense of accomplishment.

At Transitioning Together, we believe in creating opportunities for adults with special needs to grow, connect, and thrive while being supported every step of the way.

🌟 Progress isn't perfection. Progress is growth.

💬 What's one independent skill your loved one has developed that makes you proud? We'd love to celebrate with you in the comments!

06/08/2026

⚾️ What a memorable day at the Wilson Warbirds Ball Clinic! ⚾️

Our hearts are full of gratitude after such a wonderful experience this past weekend.

A couple of our Transitioning Together participants had never played baseball before, and watching them step onto the field, learn new skills, build confidence, and have so much fun was truly special. The smiles, laughter, encouragement, and excitement throughout the day reminded us why inclusive opportunities matter so much.

A huge THANK YOU to Olivia with the Wilson Warbirds and Kelsey with Wilson Parks & Recreation. Both were absolutely incredible! Their kindness, patience, generosity, and commitment to inclusion made every participant feel welcomed, valued, and successful.

Kelsey, we have a feeling you may have a few new Miracle League players joining you this fall! 😊

We are especially honored that Transitioning Together was personally invited to participate in this event. Opportunities like these create meaningful experiences, new friendships, and lasting memories for our participants and families.

Thank you to everyone who made this day possible. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for seeing the abilities in every individual and creating a place where everyone belongs.

💙 Together, we are building a more inclusive community—one experience at a time.

06/05/2026

🌟 Friday Encouragement 🌟

Progress isn't always measured by big milestones.

Sometimes progress looks like:

💙 Trying something new
💙 Walking into an unfamiliar room
💙 Saying hello to someone new
💙 Participating in an activity
💙 Showing up when it would be easier to stay home

Every small step builds confidence.

Every connection matters.

Every effort deserves to be celebrated.

Whether you're an individual with special needs, a family member, caregiver, volunteer, or supporter, remember that growth happens one step at a time.

Keep moving forward. We are cheering you on!

💙 Have a wonderful weekend from all of us at Transitioning Together.

💬 What is one thing—big or small—you are proud of accomplishing this week? We'd love to celebrate with you in the comments!

06/03/2026

📊 Did You Know?

Many adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience increased social isolation after graduating from high school. Once school-based programs and activities end, opportunities for social connection often become much more limited.

At Transitioning Together, we believe everyone deserves meaningful friendships, opportunities to participate in their community, and a place where they feel welcomed and valued.

That's why we create inclusive events where adults with special needs, families, caregivers, volunteers, and community members can come together, build relationships, and experience the joy of belonging.

A bowling game may seem simple. A karaoke night may seem small. But friendships are formed, confidence grows, and lives are enriched through these shared experiences.

Together, we can build a community where no one feels left out and everyone knows they matter.

💙 Your Presence in Our Community Matters.

06/01/2026

🎉 Hello June! 🎉

Summer is here, and we have some exciting opportunities to connect, laugh, and make memories together!

Join us this month for:

🎤💃 June 12 – Line Dancing & Karaoke at Larema Coffee House - Wilson sponsored by Stephenson Millwork
🎳 June 25 – Monthly Bowling at Westview Lanes

At Transitioning Together, we believe everyone deserves opportunities to build friendships, experience belonging, and enjoy meaningful connections within our community.

We can't wait to see familiar faces and welcome new friends throughout the month!

💙 Your presence in our community matters.

Visit our Events page for details and RSVP information:
transitioningtogether.us

If you are interested in donating, your generosity directly supports inclusive events, resources, and opportunities for adults with special needs. Click here

https://transitioningtogether.us/donate

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

🎶 "Come on, baby... let the good times roll!" 🎶

And that’s exactly what we did at our Transitioning Together Bowling Night! 🎳💙

From laughter echoing across the lanes to new friendships forming and familiar faces reconnecting, it was another wonderful evening of inclusion, connection, and community. Moments like these remind us how important it is for everyone to feel supported, valued, loved, and like they truly belong.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night so special!

📅 Don't forget about our upcoming June events:

🎤🤠 Karaoke & Line Dancing
📍 Larema Coffee House & Roastery – Downtown Wilson NC
📅 June 12th-A special thank you to Stephenson Millwork for sponsoring this event.

🎳 Monthly Bowling Night
📅 June 25 4:30 Westview Lanes

💙 Would your business like to make a difference in our community? We are always looking for businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring, hosting, or donating to help make our inclusive events possible. Every contribution helps create meaningful opportunities for adults with special needs to connect, belong, and thrive.

Visit our website at transitioningtogether.us and click the Donate page to learn more about supporting our mission.

We can't wait to make more memories together. Because at Transitioning Together, your presence in our community matters! 💙