Never forget that you are one of a kind. Never forget that if there weren’t any need for you in all your uniqueness to be on this earth, you wouldn’t be here in the first place. And never forget, no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges and problems seem to be, that one person can make a difference in the world. In fact, it is always because of one person that all the changes that matter in the world come about. So be that one person.” The words of American designer, author and inventor Richard Buckminster Fuller could easily be describing William Shaw of Glasgow – one man who made a tremendous difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members throughout the state. WKONA :: 300x250 Shaw died July 21 at age 79. Although he no longer walks beside us, the footprints he cast upon the path to person-centered services for people with developmental disabilities will never fade. “I’ve known and admired Mr. Shaw for the past 18 years,” said Brad Schneider, vice president of LifeSkills Developmental Services Division. “He was ahead of his time and always an effective and instrumental advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. ... He and the Glasgow ARC are the true crusaders in the evolution of consumer-directed services in Kentucky.” Schneider remembers being extremely impressed by the fact that Shaw became his daughter’s sole caretaker after his wife’s passing during a time others may have turned to institutionalized care. When his daughter was young – before conventional schools were mandated to provide an education for children with disabilities – Shaw banded together with a group of other families to open a small school. “I believe they used space at a local church,” Schneider said. “Just so their kids would have somewhere to go every day, to learn and to socialize ... like other children.” Shaw donated time to many boards and committees. He was instrumental in starting the Barren County chapter of ARC and was its first president. He also periodically served as president of the state ARC association. In 1971, Shaw was part of the “workshop board,” which much later evolved into what is now known as the developmental services division at LifeSkills. Years ago, Shaw took it upon himself to develop relationships with and to lobby legislators to earmark dollars for individualized support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Barren County. His efforts resulted in a grant-funded ARC van and driver for that county – a much-needed transportation resource for those with disabilities. “William Shaw served tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities, long before society even began to use the term, ‘advocate,’ “ said Darlene Wells, LifeSkills’ Barren County board representative. “He was the backbone of the ARC of Barren County as well as a strong leader at both state and national levels. He dedicated his life to helping others while asking for nothing in return. His hard work, endless support, strong leadership and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed – but certainly never forgotten – by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him as a friend.” Barren County ARC membership chairman Neil Jeffries, who also serves as a director on the Kentucky ARC, called Shaw “a real champion for the cause. He spoke up for those who couldn’t advocate for themselves. He dedicated most of his life to this mission, on behalf of his daughter, as well as thousands of other people with disabilities. All he really wanted was for everyone to be able to experience the same quality of life and daily freedoms that so many of us take for granted.” Shaw was known and loved by many, but everyone may not be aware of the huge impact his persistence and advocacy efforts had on the lives of countless individuals. It is not often that we realize what a monumental difference one person can make. — Maureen Mahaney coordinates public information for LifeSkills Inc., a nonprofit behavioral health care corporation that plans for a serves southcentral Kentucky in three main areas: mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. Her column appears monthly. Discuss Never forget that you are one of a kind. Never forget that if there weren’t any need for you in all your uniqueness to be on this earth, you wouldn’t be here in the first place. And never forget, no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges and problems seem to be, that one person can make a difference in the world. In fact, it is always because of one person that all the changes that matter in the world come about. So be that one person.” The words of American designer, author and inventor Richard Buckminster Fuller could easily be describing William Shaw of Glasgow – one man who made a tremendous difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members throughout the state. WKONA :: 300x250 Shaw died July 21 at age 79. Although he no longer walks beside us, the footprints he cast upon the path to person-centered services for people with developmental disabilities will never fade. “I’ve known and admired Mr. Shaw for the past 18 years,” said Brad Schneider, vice president of LifeSkills Developmental Services Division. “He was ahead of his time and always an effective and instrumental advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. ... He and the Glasgow ARC are the true crusaders in the evolution of consumer-directed services in Kentucky.” Schneider remembers being extremely impressed by the fact that Shaw became his daughter’s sole caretaker after his wife’s passing during a time others may have turned to institutionalized care. When his daughter was young – before conventional schools were mandated to provide an education for children with disabilities – Shaw banded together with a group of other families to open a small school. “I believe they used space at a local church,” Schneider said. “Just so their kids would have somewhere to go every day, to learn and to socialize ... like other children.” Shaw donated time to many boards and committees. He was instrumental in starting the Barren County chapter of ARC and was its first president. He also periodically served as president of the state ARC association. In 1971, Shaw was part of the “workshop board,” which much later evolved into what is now known as the developmental services division at LifeSkills. Years ago, Shaw took it upon himself to develop relationships with and to lobby legislators to earmark dollars for individualized support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Barren County. His efforts resulted in a grant-funded ARC van and driver for that county – a much-needed transportation resource for those with disabilities. “William Shaw served tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities, long before society even began to use the term, ‘advocate,’ “ said Darlene Wells, LifeSkills’ Barren County board representative. “He was the backbone of the ARC of Barren County as well as a strong leader at both state and national levels. He dedicated his life to helping others while asking for nothing in return. His hard work, endless support, strong leadership and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed – but certainly never forgotten – by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him as a friend.” Barren County ARC membership chairman Neil Jeffries, who also serves as a director on the Kentucky ARC, called Shaw “a real champion for the cause. He spoke up for those who couldn’t advocate for themselves. He dedicated most of his life to this mission, on behalf of his daughter, as well as thousands of other people with disabilities. All he really wanted was for everyone to be able to experience the same quality of life and daily freedoms that so many of us take for granted.” Shaw was known and loved by many, but everyone may not be aware of the huge impact his persistence and advocacy efforts had on the lives of countless individuals. It is not often that we realize what a monumental difference one person can make. — Maureen Mahaney coordinates public information for LifeSkills Inc., a nonprofit behavioral health care corporation that plans for a serves southcentral Kentucky in three main areas: mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. Her column appears monthly. Discuss Never forget that you are one of a kind. Never forget that if there weren’t any need for you in all your uniqueness to be on this earth, you wouldn’t be here in the first place. And never forget, no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges and problems seem to be, that one person can make a difference in the world. In fact, it is always because of one person that all the changes that matter in the world come about. So be that one person.” The words of American designer, author and inventor Richard Buckminster Fuller could easily be describing William Shaw of Glasgow – one man who made a tremendous difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members throughout the state. WKONA :: 300x250 Shaw died July 21 at age 79. Although he no longer walks beside us, the footprints he cast upon the path to person-centered services for people with developmental disabilities will never fade. “I’ve known and admired Mr. Shaw for the past 18 years,” said Brad Schneider, vice president of LifeSkills Developmental Services Division. “He was ahead of his time and always an effective and instrumental advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. ... He and the Glasgow ARC are the true crusaders in the evolution of consumer-directed services in Kentucky.” Schneider remembers being extremely impressed by the fact that Shaw became his daughter’s sole caretaker after his wife’s passing during a time others may have turned to institutionalized care. When his daughter was young – before conventional schools were mandated to provide an education for children with disabilities – Shaw banded together with a group of other families to open a small school. “I believe they used space at a local church,” Schneider said. “Just so their kids would have somewhere to go every day, to learn and to socialize ... like other children.” Shaw donated time to many boards and committees. He was instrumental in starting the Barren County chapter of ARC and was its first president. He also periodically served as president of the state ARC association. In 1971, Shaw was part of the “workshop board,” which much later evolved into what is now known as the developmental services division at LifeSkills. Years ago, Shaw took it upon himself to develop relationships with and to lobby legislators to earmark dollars for individualized support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Barren County. His efforts resulted in a grant-funded ARC van and driver for that county – a much-needed transportation resource for those with disabilities. “William Shaw served tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities, long before society even began to use the term, ‘advocate,’ “ said Darlene Wells, LifeSkills’ Barren County board representative. “He was the backbone of the ARC of Barren County as well as a strong leader at both state and national levels. He dedicated his life to helping others while asking for nothing in return. His hard work, endless support, strong leadership and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed – but certainly never forgotten – by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him as a friend.” Barren County ARC membership chairman Neil Jeffries, who also serves as a director on the Kentucky ARC, called Shaw “a real champion for the cause. He spoke up for those who couldn’t advocate for themselves. He dedicated most of his life to this mission, on behalf of his daughter, as well as thousands of other people with disabilities. All he really wanted was for everyone to be able to experience the same quality of life and daily freedoms that so many of us take for granted.” Shaw was known and loved by many, but everyone may not be aware of the huge impact his persistence and advocacy efforts had on the lives of countless individuals. It is not often that we realize what a monumental difference one person can make. — Maureen Mahaney coordinates public information for LifeSkills Inc., a nonprofit behavioral health care corporation that plans for a serves southcentral Kentucky in three main areas: mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. Her column appears monthly. Discuss Never forget that you are one of a kind. Never forget that if there weren’t any need for you in all your uniqueness to be on this earth, you wouldn’t be here in the first place. And never forget, no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges and problems seem to be, that one person can make a difference in the world. In fact, it is always because of one person that all the changes that matter in the world come about. So be that one person.” The words of American designer, author and inventor Richard Buckminster Fuller could easily be describing William Shaw of Glasgow – one man who made a tremendous difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members throughout the state. WKONA :: 300x250 Shaw died July 21 at age 79. Although he no longer walks beside us, the footprints he cast upon the path to person-centered services for people with developmental disabilities will never fade. “I’ve known and admired Mr. Shaw for the past 18 years,” said Brad Schneider, vice president of LifeSkills Developmental Services Division. “He was ahead of his time and always an effective and instrumental advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. ... He and the Glasgow ARC are the true crusaders in the evolution of consumer-directed services in Kentucky.” Schneider remembers being extremely impressed by the fact that Shaw became his daughter’s sole caretaker after his wife’s passing during a time others may have turned to institutionalized care. When his daughter was young – before conventional schools were mandated to provide an education for children with disabilities – Shaw banded together with a group of other families to open a small school. “I believe they used space at a local church,” Schneider said. “Just so their kids would have somewhere to go every day, to learn and to socialize ... like other children.” Shaw donated time to many boards and committees. He was instrumental in starting the Barren County chapter of ARC and was its first president. He also periodically served as president of the state ARC association. In 1971, Shaw was part of the “workshop board,” which much later evolved into what is now known as the developmental services division at LifeSkills. Years ago, Shaw took it upon himself to develop relationships with and to lobby legislators to earmark dollars for individualized support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Barren County. His efforts resulted in a grant-funded ARC van and driver for that county – a much-needed transportation resource for those with disabilities. “William Shaw served tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities, long before society even began to use the term, ‘advocate,’ “ said Darlene Wells, LifeSkills’ Barren County board representative. “He was the backbone of the ARC of Barren County as well as a strong leader at both state and national levels. He dedicated his life to helping others while asking for nothing in return. His hard work, endless support, strong leadership and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed – but certainly never forgotten – by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him as a friend.” Barren County ARC membership chairman Neil Jeffries, who also serves as a director on the Kentucky ARC, called Shaw “a real champion for the cause. He spoke up for those who couldn’t advocate for themselves. He dedicated most of his life to this mission, on behalf of his daughter, as well as thousands of other people with disabilities. All he really wanted was for everyone to be able to experience the same quality of life and daily freedoms that so many of us take for granted.” Shaw was known and loved by many, but everyone may not be aware of the huge impact his persistence and advocacy efforts had on the lives of countless individuals. It is not often that we realize what a monumental difference one person can make. — Maureen Mahaney coordinates public information for LifeSkills Inc., a nonprofit behavioral health care corporation that plans for a serves southcentral Kentucky in three main areas: mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. Her column appears monthly. Discuss By MAUREEN MAHANEY | 0 comments “Never forget that you are one of a kind. Never forget that if there weren’t any need for you in all your uniqueness to be on this earth, you wouldn’t be here in the first place. And never forget, no matter how overwhelming life’s challenges and problems seem to be, that one person can make a difference in the world. In fact, it is always because of one person that all the changes that matter in the world come about. So be that one person.” The words of American designer, author and inventor Richard Buckminster Fuller could easily be describing William Shaw of Glasgow – one man who made a tremendous difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their family members throughout the state. WKONA :: 300x250 Shaw died July 21 at age 79. Although he no longer walks beside us, the footprints he cast upon the path to person-centered services for people with developmental disabilities will never fade. “I’ve known and admired Mr. Shaw for the past 18 years,” said Brad Schneider, vice president of LifeSkills Developmental Services Division. “He was ahead of his time and always an effective and instrumental advocate for people with intellectual disabilities. ... He and the Glasgow ARC are the true crusaders in the evolution of consumer-directed services in Kentucky.” Schneider remembers being extremely impressed by the fact that Shaw became his daughter’s sole caretaker after his wife’s passing during a time others may have turned to institutionalized care. When his daughter was young – before conventional schools were mandated to provide an education for children with disabilities – Shaw banded together with a group of other families to open a small school. “I believe they used space at a local church,” Schneider said. “Just so their kids would have somewhere to go every day, to learn and to socialize ... like other children.” Shaw donated time to many boards and committees. He was instrumental in starting the Barren County chapter of ARC and was its first president. He also periodically served as president of the state ARC association. In 1971, Shaw was part of the “workshop board,” which much later evolved into what is now known as the developmental services division at LifeSkills. Years ago, Shaw took it upon himself to develop relationships with and to lobby legislators to earmark dollars for individualized support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Barren County. His efforts resulted in a grant-funded ARC van and driver for that county – a much-needed transportation resource for those with disabilities. “William Shaw served tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities, long before society even began to use the term, ‘advocate,’ “ said Darlene Wells, LifeSkills’ Barren County board representative. “He was the backbone of the ARC of Barren County as well as a strong leader at both state and national levels. He dedicated his life to helping others while asking for nothing in return. His hard work, endless support, strong leadership and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed – but certainly never forgotten – by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him as a friend.” Barren County ARC membership chairman Neil Jeffries, who also serves as a director on the Kentucky ARC, called Shaw “a real champion for the cause. He spoke up for those who couldn’t advocate for themselves. He dedicated most of his life to this mission, on behalf of his daughter, as well as thousands of other people with disabilities. All he really wanted was for everyone to be able to experience the same quality of life and daily freedoms that so many of us take for granted.” Shaw was known and loved by many, but everyone may not be aware of the huge impact his persistence and advocacy efforts had on the lives of countless individuals. It is not often that we realize what a monumental difference one person can make. — Maureen Mahaney coordinates public information for LifeSkills Inc., a nonprofit behavioral health care corporation that plans for a serves southcentral Kentucky in three main areas: mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. Her column appears monthly
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