New Perceptions

05/29/2026

It’s been two weeks since some of our participants planted their sunflower seeds. Look at how well they’re doing!

05/15/2026

Today some of our participants planted sunflower seeds! 🌻 Now comes the exciting part – watering them, caring for them, and watching them grow a little more each day. We can’t wait to see their beautiful blooms! 💛

05/05/2026

Today Bridget signed an Executive Order declaring New Perceptions her number one favorite place on earth! She has asked that we stay open seven days a week all year round and that the Reds win. Simple requests from our leader!

04/23/2026

💖✨ Ready to spark some connections? ✨💖
Registration is extended until this Friday!

04/06/2026

These are not all the participants that worked on this project. We have been working so hard to discover some of the mystery of Ancient Egypt. . Our project is complete. In the classroom of the Learning Center, we discussed geography, art, innovation, economy and the history of Ancient Egypt over the last month. The imagination and thoughtful process that went into these creations is amazing!

04/02/2026

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It is with tremendous sadness that we share the passing of Steve Gerding, beloved son of Judi and Gene Gerding, and brother of Jill Disken, Scott Gerding, and the late Linda Grome. Steve passed away on Wednesday, April 1, surrounded by his loving family.

Steve was a die-hard Cincinnati Reds fan, a passionate music lover, and a true trivia guru—someone who brought joy, humor, and connection to those around him. More than that, Steve was the heart behind something much bigger.

At a young age, Steve was diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome. His journey became the catalyst for Judi’s mission to create a better, more inclusive world—not only for him, but for countless others. From that love and determination, The Point Arc was born.

Because of Steve, The Point Arc has grown into an organization that now serves more than 1,400 individuals and families each year—providing opportunities, dignity, independence, and community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He is, and will always be, at the very root of everything we do.

While we mourn this tremendous loss, we also honor the incredible legacy Steve leaves behind. His life continues to inspire our mission and will live on through every life we touch.

Steve will be profoundly missed, but never forgotten.

Funeral arrangements will be shared as they become available. In the meantime, we ask that you keep Judi and Gene, Jill and Andy, Scott and Laurie, Tom Grome, and their children and great-grandchildren in your thoughts and prayers.

04/02/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day!
Autism is not something to be fixed. It’s something to understand, respect and embrace! Every individual on the spectrum brings their own unique strengths and light into this world! ✨

03/27/2026

What's been going on in The Learning Center? We had some 🎂 birthdays. We have been exercising inside. We also had several outings( finally), and everyone is diligently working to finish up our history project on ancient Egypt. Every Day is a fantastic day at New Perceptions ❤️

03/26/2026

Here is to another Opening Day celebration/ grill out! Thank you to the board members for helping Shawn out on the grill. GO REDS!! ⚾️❤️