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Happiness House 5th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event

Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association held its 5th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at Belhurst Castle. Donations from the community, local businesses, Happiness House staff, Board of Directors and families supported the silent and live auction events. Sponsorship dollars, raffle ticket sales, and auction bidders helped Happiness House raise $35,000. ( read more... )

Happiness House named Chamber’s top business for ‘07
By David L. Shaw
Finger Lakes Times

GENEVA- the Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce has named Finger lakes United Cerebral Palsy, Inc. /Happiness House its business of the year for 2007.
The Distinction is the highest honor the Chamber bestows. Chamber Executive Director Robert F. Gladden said Happiness House was selected “for its longevity, commitment to the community, and involvement in Chamber activities.” This business embodies the principles the Chamber seeks to recognize,” Gladden said. (read more...)

Poker Run raises $5,870 for Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association

The 1st Annual Happiness House Motorcycle Run was held on Saturday, August 25th, 2007 at the American Legion, 1155 Lochland Road (Route 14 South) in Geneva, New York. (read more...)

21st Annual Happiness House Golf Tournament Raises $20,000

The 21st annual Happiness House Golf Tournament was held on Wednesday, August 1st, 2007 at Silver Creek Golf Course in Waterloo to raise funds to support Happiness House’s educational programs and services.(read more...)

Congressman Michael Arcuri tours Happiness House - June 1, 2007

On May 29th, 2007, Congressman Michael Arcuri and his staff visited Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association (Geneva). Congressman Arcuri represents the 24th Congressional District, which includes Cayuga and Seneca Counties, and the City of Geneva. (read more...)

Happiness House’s 8th Annual Staff Recognition Event - May 23, 2007

The Board of Directors and staff at Happiness House gathered at the Inn on the Lake in Canandaigua to recognize staff and to celebrate the culmination of another outstanding year, during a period of transitions including; the opening of our Happiness House’s Gorham residence, the construction of a new state-of-the-art facility in Canandaigua, and the expansion of Happiness House’s Geneva site.(read more...)

Over $38,000 raised !!!! - February 7, 2007

Many thanks to our Founding and Major Sponsor ~ Belhurst
who hosted Happiness House’s
4th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event
Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association held its 4th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event on Friday, February 2nd, 2007 at Belhurst.
Donations from the community, local businesses, Happiness House staff, Board of Directors and families supported the silent and live auction events. Sponsorship dollars, raffle ticket sales, and auction bidders helped Happiness House raise over $38,000. (read more...)

The Golisano Foundation Helps Happiness House- November 28, 2006
Second Grant Awarded for Capital Campaign project.

Tom Golisano and the Golisano Foundation received recognition for their generosity at the Ribbon-cutting ceremony held in mid-October. Mr. Golisano spoke of Happiness Houses’ Board of Directors and the Administrations’ courage to take on such an endeavor.(read more...)

7th Annual Happiness House’s “Harvest Hike” - October 31, 2006

Happiness House invites you, your family, and friends to participate in the seventh annual Happiness House’s “Harvest Hike”, an indoor community walk-a-thon. The event will take place on Sunday, November 5, 2006 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The Bristol Field House at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. The field house is located on Hamilton Street in Geneva. There will be open registration starting at 2:00 p.m. There are no distance or time requirements … just come and have a great time!(read more...)

20th Annual Happiness House Golf Tournament

The 20th annual Happiness House Golf Tournament was held on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2006 at Silver Creek Golf Course in Waterloo. The honorary chairman for this year’s tournament was Mr. Sam Vasile, President, Finger Lakes Bottling Company. Major sponsors for the event included; Belhurst, Bonadio & Co., LLP, D’Amico Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Finger Lakes Bottling Co. Inc., First Niagara Bank, Five Star Bank, Lamar Advertising, Massa Construction, Inc., Wal-Mart of Canandaigua and Wal-Mart of Geneva.(read more...)

Happiness House Announces John P. Clary Award Recipients - June 27, 2006

Happiness House - Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association held its bi-annual John P. Clary Award ceremony on June 27, 2006 at 3 PM at 35 North Street in Canandaigua.
The Happiness House Adult Structured Day Program recognizes the hard work and perseverance necessary to overcome a serious Traumatic Brain Injury. John Clary was one of those special people. John was a young man that had been diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor. Yet, he exhibited an incredible sense of humor and energy for life. John’s willingness to get up each day and make the most of his opportunities was inspirational to everyone who met him.(read more...)

Happiness House’s 7th Annual Staff Recognition Event - June 12, 2006

The Board of Directors and staff at Happiness House gathered at the Inn on the Lake in Canandaigua to recognize staff and to celebrate the culmination of a successful year.
The highlight of the afternoon was the introduction of the nominees for the Mary W. Griswold Professional Service Award, recognizing the outstanding work of Happiness House staff members, who in and through their work exemplify the mission and vision of the agency. (read more...)

$31,000 raised at Happiness House’s 3rd Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event hosted by Founding Sponsor Belhurst - February 9, 2006

Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association held its 3rd Annual Gala Dinner & Auction Event on Friday, February 3rd, 2006. Donations from local businesses, Happiness House Staff, Board of Directors and families, and our community supported the live and silent auction events. Sponsorship dollars, raffle ticket sales, and auction bidders helped Happiness House to raise $31,000.(read more...)

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Building Expansion
of Happiness House in Geneva - December 20, 2005

Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association will celebrate the groundbreaking of its building expansion of the Geneva site on Thursday, December 22nd at 3:00pm. This new space will allow Happiness House additional classroom/program, therapeutic and recreational space. Happiness House has enriched the lives of many families by offering services to children and adults with and without disabilities.(read more...)

Happiness House Exceeds the $1,000,000 Mark - November 9, 2005
Wegmans Food Markets recently awarded $25,000 to Happiness House to support the “Happiness is Helping” Capital Campaign. “As a business in the community, supporting organizations like Happiness House is embracing the importance of giving. As part of Wegmans philosophy, we set our goal to be the very best at serving the needs of our customers, and our community, which in turn, makes Wegmans a healthier place to work, and our community a healthier place to live,” said Linda Lovejoy, Wegmans Food Markets manager of community relations.(read more...)

Groundbreaking Ceremony for new Happiness House State of the Art Facility
in Canandaigua - September 6, 2005
Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association celebrated the groundbreaking of its new 23,000 square foot state of the art facility on County Road 30 in Canandaigua on Monday, August 29th at 2:00pm. (read more...)

Senator Dale Volker Secures $100,000 in State Budget for
Happiness House~ Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association - April 22, 2005
Senator Dale Volker secures $100,000 within the state budget to be utilized towards Happiness Houses’ building project ? “Happiness Is Helping” Capital Campaign in Canandaigua. The new 23,000 square feet facility will provide educational, Head Start, therapy programs for children with and without disabilities, and adults with Traumatic Brain Injury. (read more...)

Sennator Nozzolio announces $50,000 for happiness house/finger lakes cerebral palsy association -Announcement Brings Total Secured by Senator Nozzolio to $100,000
- February 14, 2004
Geneva – Commending them for their success in providing essential educational services to children and adults with disabilities, New York State Senator (read more...)

Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association is pleased to announce the following promotions - June 9, 2004
Patricia L. Cunningham was recently promoted to Chief Financial Officer. She has been with Happiness House for 11 years (read more...)

Happiness House Partners with F. L. Technical & Career Center - May 24, 2004
Students from the horticulture class at the Finger Lakes Technical and Career Center, in Stanley, are partnering with Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association on a landscaping project. The students and their instructor, Mark VanBortel, will be working on the project at Happiness House, (read more...)

Happiness House Announces Chairs for Capital Campaign - May 24, 2004
Happiness House – Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association announces the chairman and honorary chairs of its “Happiness Is Helping” Capital Campaign, a $1.5 million building and expansion project for the Geneva and Canandaigua areas. (read more...)

Protect-A-Head Program Helmet Sales - May 24, 2004
The Protect-A-Head Program, a small business venture developed by program participants of Happiness House’s Traumatic Brain Injury Program, will be conducting helmet sales at two locations during the month of June, as follows (read more...)

Hike for Happiness House - January 1, 2004
Happiness House invites you and your family and friends to participate in the fourth annual “Hike for Happiness House”, an indoor community walk-a-thon. The event will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at The Bristol Field House at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, located on Hamilton Street in Geneva. Open registration from 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. No distance or time requirements…just come and have some fun! (read more...)

Happiness House’s Structured Day Program Receives Award - October 2003
In October 2003 Happiness House was presented with the Program Services Award during the Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State’s annual conference in Albany. The Program Services Award recognizes an Affiliate or Division of Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State that has provided an exemplary program to individuals with disabilities, which has enhanced the independence and self-esteem of its participants and which serves as a model to be replicated across the State. (read more...)

Reeder Joins Board of Directors - August 25, 2003
Happiness House is pleased to announce that Kevin W. Reeder has been appointed to the Board of Directors for a three-year term. Reeder holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in hotel administration from Cornell University. (read more...)

Staff Recognized at June Event – July 9, 2003
The Board of Directors and staff at Happiness House gathered at the agency’s Pre-Emption Road headquarters on June 20, 2003 to recognize staff and to celebrate the culmination of a successful year. (read more...)

Happiness House Announces Recipients of the Elizabeth J. Amidon Memorial Awards – July 9, 2003
Each year Happiness House accepts nominations for the Elizabeth J. Amidon Memorial Award. Nominees must be graduating high school seniors.(read more...)

vonHahmann Promoted to Director - April 1, 2003
Jennifer vonHahmann has been promoted to the position of Director of Quality Assurance and Health Services. She has also been named the Corporate Compliance Officer. (read more...)

New Board Members Welcomed and Officers Elected - March 8, 2003
Mary Herlihy Gearan has been appointed to the Board of Directors for a three-year term. Gearan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in political science and economics from Emmanuel College in Boston and a Juris Doctorate degree from the Evening Law School Program at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. (read more...)

Drake and Meyn Promoted to Director Positions - March 8, 2003
Melody L. Drake has been promoted to the position of Director of Adult Community Services. Terrie L. Meyn has been promoted to the position of Director of Adult Day Services. (read more...)