Journey to Wellness Supports Coordination Services

10/17/2026

❤️ 20 Years Later, I Still Have This Necklace… ❤️
Sometimes the smallest gestures leave the biggest impressions on our hearts. 🥹
About 20 years ago, when Cortezia was still very young and I was still learning how to navigate life as a mother of a child with special needs, her father and I decided to take her to a skating rink.
Now, obviously, my baby couldn't skate, but that wasn't going to stop us from letting her experience the joy of being there. So we put some skates on her little feet, and we pushed her around the rink in her wheelchair. ❤️
But I remember being a nervous wreck that day. Not because of the skating, but because I didn't know how the other children would react to her. Would they stare? Would they understand? Would they treat her differently?
And then something happened that I will never forget.
A little girl, probably only a couple of years older than Cortezia, walked up to us and asked if she could give my baby this necklace.
Y'all, the emotions I felt in that moment. 🥹❤️
Here I was, so worried about how the world would receive my daughter, and this little girl, with the purest heart, showed us kindness.
She didn't know our story. She didn't know my fears. And she certainly didn't know that something so simple would mean so much to a mother who was still trying to figure it all out.
Twenty years later, we STILL have that necklace.
Through moving, packing, unpacking, and all the changes life has brought us, I have made sure that necklace stayed with us. Today, it hangs in Cortezia's room.
Not because of what it's worth, but because of what it represents.
Kindness. Acceptance. Compassion. And a beautiful reminder that sometimes the world is a lot more loving than we fear it will be. ❤️
I don't know where that little girl is today. She's a grown woman now, probably with a family of her own. But I wish I could tell her that something she did as a child has stayed in my heart for two decades.
And if she ever happens to see this post, I hope she knows that her little act of kindness meant more than she could ever imagine.
Be kind. You never know what someone is carrying in their heart or how your smallest gesture might become a memory they treasure for a lifetime. ❤️

10/17/2026

💜 THE HARDEST PART OF BEING A SPECIAL NEEDS MOM…
In my opinion, one of the hardest parts of being a mother to a child with special needs isn't necessarily the day-to-day caregiving, the appointments, or even the challenges we face along the way.
It's thinking about the future.
It's asking yourself those questions that no parent ever wants to think about.
💜 What happens to my child if something happens to me?
💜 Who will love, protect, and advocate for my child the way I do?
💜 Will my child receive the same level of care, compassion, and understanding?
💜 What will my child's life look like when I'm no longer here?
And on the other side of that conversation is another painful reality that many of us don't even want to imagine: What would our lives look like if our child were no longer here?
These are uncomfortable conversations. They're emotional. They're frightening. And quite frankly, they're conversations many of us would rather avoid.
But avoiding the conversation doesn't eliminate the possibility of having to face these realities.
As a mother of a daughter with cerebral palsy, I understand these fears personally. I understand the sleepless nights, the uncertainty, and the overwhelming responsibility of wanting to make sure your child is protected, supported, and loved, no matter what tomorrow brings.
That's why I believe planning for the future is one of the greatest acts of love we can give our children.
At Journey to Wellness Supports Coordination Services, LLC, we understand the importance of helping individuals and families prepare for life's transitions.
Whether it's exploring future living arrangements, identifying support systems, connecting with community resources, or discussing long-term care needs, our agency can help families navigate those difficult conversations and begin developing a plan.
We may not be able to predict the future, but we can take steps today to better prepare for it.
💜 Because planning for tomorrow doesn't mean we've given up on today. It means we love our children enough to prepare for a future we may not always be able to control.
Let's start the conversation.
To my fellow parents and caregivers: Have you started planning for your loved one's future, or is this a conversation you've been putting off?
Journey to Wellness Supports Coordination Services, LLC
Supporting individuals. Empowering families. Planning for brighter futures.

10/17/2026

❤️MEET OUR FOUNDER & CEO
Ken-Netta Fowlkes, MA
Founder, President & CEO
Journey to Wellness Supports Coordination Services, LLC
Behind every organization is a story, a purpose, and a passion.
For Ken-Netta Fowlkes, the journey began with a mother's love and a desire to make a difference.
As the mother of a daughter with cerebral palsy, Ken-Netta understands firsthand the challenges families face when navigating complex systems of care and support.
With a Bachelor's degree in Social Science and a Master's degree in Psychology, she turned her personal experiences, education, and passion for advocacy into a mission.
Over a decade ago, she founded Journey to Wellness Supports Coordination Services, LLC, with one goal: to ensure individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism, along with their families, have access to the resources, support, and opportunities they deserve.
What began as a one-woman operation has grown into an organization serving approximately 150 individuals and families.
Today, Ken-Netta continues to lead with compassion, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to person-centered services.
💜 More than a business. It's a passion. It's a purpose. It's a journey.

10/10/2026

Behind every journey we support is a caregiver putting in extraordinary heart and dedication. ❤️ What is one small daily victory or sweet moment with your loved one that made you smile this week? Share your story below so we can celebrate it with you!

10/09/2026

To the families we work with, we want you to know how deeply we appreciate and value you. Supporting your family is more than just part of our work—it’s a privilege. We see the love, effort, and care you pour into your children every day, and we are honored to be part of your journey.
Caregiving can be challenging, but the little things you do often make the biggest difference. Your patience, encouragement, advocacy, and unconditional love help shape your child’s world in meaningful ways.
Thank you for trusting us and allowing me to support your family. We are grateful for each of you and all that you do. ❤️
What is one way a caregiver has made a difference in your life?

10/07/2026

Pride and ego will have you losing things you were never meant to lose.
Opportunities. Relationships. Friendships. Connections. Even your own peace.
Sometimes we become so focused on being right, proving a point, or protecting our pride that we don’t realize what it’s costing us. Ego will convince you not to apologize. Pride will keep you from reaching out. Ego will make you think admitting you were wrong makes you weak.
But growth requires humility.
Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is say, “I was wrong.” Sometimes maturity means having the conversation instead of walking away. And sometimes you have to ask yourself: Is protecting my ego really worth losing something—or someone—that matters to me?
Don’t let pride make decisions that your heart will have to live with later. 💯❤️
What do you think—has pride or ego ever cost you something you wish you could get back?

10/01/2026

❤️
It’s never just about washing her hair. It’s the smiles, the laughter, the closeness, and those little moments that strengthen our bond.
She may not be able to tell me with words what these moments mean to her, but that beautiful smile tells me everything I need to know. 🥹❤️
Sometimes the most ordinary moments become the most precious memories.
My baby. My girl. My forever love. 💕
Mamas, what’s one ordinary thing you do with your child that has become a special bonding moment for the two of you? ❤️

07/20/2026

🎡 Join the Jasmine Nyree Summer Carnival! 🎡

Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with games, delicious food, music, prizes, and unforgettable memories! ❤️

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 3048 Ashlyn Street, Pittsburgh, PA

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

07/20/2026

The Alle-Kiski inclusion games are a great way to network with our special needs community and have our loved ones have a great time! Plus, you get a T-shirt 😉! Here is the news article from last year!
https://triblive.com/local/valley-news-dispatch/4th-annual-alle-kiski-inclusion-games-a-hit-highlights-need-for-events-for-kids-with-special-needs/?fbclid=IwdGRjcATLP1VjbGNrBMs_SGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHhIPNZhPAcOynv7nQnLNtiAjZr3EWhVp-ri_3ibqjkn9BAa6p5MrN9BTwQyx_aem_xg7koZjnN2FcjEWgjdQDqw

07/14/2026

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This week, PAR is proudly spotlighting Bibi Arjun, a Direct Support Professional and cornerstone of Supportive Behavioral Resources, Inc for 15 years! Prior to her professional career, Bibi was the mother of a "beautiful angel" with multiple disabilities. Consequently, she holds herself to the highest possible standard of excellence, treating every individual she supports with the same fierce protection and tenderness she gave her own child. This experience has gifted her with a "sixth sense" for the needs of those she serves, allowing her to build a bridge of trust with families. Bibi Arjun embodies everything a Direct Support Professional represents, turning her professional mission into one that changes lives every single day.

Thank you, Bibi, for everything you do. ❤️

To read more about Bibi and to submit a DSP from your organization to be spotlighted, click here: https://par.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mcform&view=ngforms&id=2205756 #/