Voices Together

08/26/2026

🐶🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾🐶

Today, we're celebrating some of the four-legged friends who bring plenty of joy, laughter, and unconditional love to the Voices Together team! From loyal companions and enthusiastic greeters to professional nap-takers and expert cuddle buddies, our staff dogs certainly know how to make every day a little brighter.

Whether they're keeping us company while we work, getting us outside for a walk, or simply reminding us to take a moment to enjoy the little things, our dogs hold a special place in our lives.

Now, we want to meet YOUR furry friends! 🐕📸

Share a picture of your dog in the comments or tell us your favorite dog story. We’d love to see the pups who bring a little extra happiness to your life!

Happy National Dog Day from everyone at Voices Together! 🐾🎶

08/12/2026

Back-to-School Season Is Almost Here!

As students, educators, and families across North Carolina prepare for a new school year, we're looking forward to another exciting year of bringing Voices Music Therapy (VMT™) to schools across the state.

This school year, our Board-Certified and VMT™-Certified Music Therapists are excited to return to our partner schools while also building new relationships with schools joining the Voices Together community. Through VMT™, we'll continue supporting elementary, middle, and high school students by fostering communication, social-emotional learning, self-expression, and self-advocacy.

To all of our school partners, administrators, educators, students, and families, we want to thank you for trusting us to be part of your educational journey. We look forward to another successful year of learning, growth, and empowering individuals to find their voice and create their own path in life through specialized music therapy.

We can't wait to see you all when school begins. Here's to an incredible 2026–2027 school year!

08/08/2026

🐱 Happy International Cat Day! 🐱

Today, we're celebrating some of the feline friends who bring joy, comfort, and plenty of personality to the Voices Together team! From expert nap-takers to curious companions, our pets remind us of the happiness that animals can bring into our daily lives.

Whether they're greeting us during virtual meetings, "helping" with our work, or simply curling up beside us after a long day, our cats have a special way of making every moment a little brighter.

Now we'd love to celebrate with you!

📸 Share a photo of your cat in the comments, or tell us your favorite cat story. Whether they're playful, mischievous, cuddly, or full of surprises, we can't wait to meet the furry friends who make your life a little more joyful.

Happy International Cat Day from all of us at Voices Together! 💙🐾

08/05/2026

🌿 National Wellness Month 🌿

At Voices Together, we believe wellness isn't one-size-fits-all. It's found in connection, expression, and truly being heard. This August, we're celebrating how music therapy nurtures emotional, social, and cognitive wellbeing for the individuals and families we serve.

Music has a unique way of reaching us when words aren't enough. Whether it's a moment of calm, a shared rhythm between a parent and child, or the joy of self-expression, our music therapists see the impact of wellness in action every single day.

This National Wellness Month, we invite you to reflect on what wellness means to you and to consider how connection and creativity can be part of that journey.

💚 Want to support our mission of bringing Voices Music Therapy (VMT™) to more individuals and families? Learn more at https://voicestogether.org/!

Voices Together's unique music therapy model empowers individuals to find their voice and create their own path in life.

08/03/2026

What an incredible few days at the ACCSES Summer Conference in Washington, D.C.!

Representing Voices Together were our Senior Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships, John Mitterling, and our Sr. Development Coordinator, Bilal Muhammad. We connected with so many passionate leaders, providers, advocates, and organizations dedicated to expanding opportunities and improving outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

A special thank you to ACCSES President and CEO Kate McSweeny, Vice President of Operations Sarah Saar, and Director of Marketing Michelle Romero for orchestrating such an inspiring conference. We truly enjoyed our conversations and appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your work. We look forward to staying connected and exploring ways we can collaborate in the future.

We'd also like to extend our sincere thanks to ACCSES New Jersey President and CEO, Mohsen Badran, for sharing your insights and spending time with our team. It was a pleasure speaking with you, and we appreciate the meaningful conversation.

Conferences like ACCSES remind us of the power of collaboration. Every conversation creates new possibilities to strengthen communities, share innovative ideas, and increase access to meaningful services.

07/27/2026

Recently, our Senior Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships, John Mitterling, had the pleasure of participating in the North Carolina Fragile X Foundation's Annual Bowl-a-Thon in support of Fragile X awareness. It was great to connect with Representative Donna White while we were in Clayton, NC!

We extend our sincere thanks to Steve Strom, Immediate Past Board President of the North Carolina Fragile X Foundation and current Voices Together Advisory Council member, for the invitation. We were glad to join families, advocates, and community partners for an afternoon of connection, fun, and fundraising in support of such an important mission.

At Voices Together, we value opportunities to partner with organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout our state. To learn more about the NC Fragile X Foundation, please visit their website found here: https://ncfragilex.org/. For more information on Voices Together, please click here: https://voicestogether.org/.

07/24/2026

At the end of June, the Voices Together team gathered for our 5th Annual Staff Retreat at the beautiful Grandover Resort in Greensboro, NC!

Over the course of the retreat, our incredible staff spent time strengthening relationships through team-building, developing new skills, engaging in meaningful learning opportunities, and even taking time to unwind together with a music-filled jam session on the lawn. These moments of connection and growth are what make our team stronger and better equipped to serve the individuals, families, schools, and communities we support across North Carolina.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated staff members who invested their time and expertise into creating and presenting thoughtful, engaging sessions throughout the retreat. We are equally grateful to everyone who worked behind the scenes to plan and organize this event, ensuring another successful and meaningful experience for our team. Your hard work, collaboration, and commitment to Voices Together made this retreat possible.

At Voices Together, we believe that investing in our people is an investment in those we serve. Our annual staff retreat reflects our ongoing commitment to growing both individually and collectively so we can continue delivering compassionate, high-quality services to our participants and partners.

Here's to another year of learning, collaboration, and making a difference together.

07/20/2026

Voices Together was honored to attend the 15th Annual Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation Gala on June 27, 2026, as a Bronze Sponsor.

Representing our organization were our Director of Clinical Services Ezequiel Bautista, Development Manager Ashley Keith, Operations Manager, Hillary Vandewart, Clinical Supervisor Shelby Huskey, and Executive Assistant Jemeesa Yarborough. Their presence reflected our ongoing commitment to building meaningful partnerships and supporting the health and well-being of communities across North Carolina.

The evening was filled with purpose, connection, and celebration as community leaders, partners, and advocates came together to support the important work of the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation. We are grateful to have been part of such an inspiring event and look forward to continuing to strengthen relationships with individuals and organizations throughout the Qualla Boundary.

Thank you to the Cherokee Indian Hospital Foundation for hosting such a memorable evening. We are excited for what lies ahead as we continue working together to create opportunities for those we serve.

06/23/2026

Join the Voices Together team!

We're seeking a Clinical Program Assistant to support our Clinical Department through scheduling, project coordination, event support, communication, and day-to-day operations.

If you enjoy keeping things organized, solving problems, and helping teams succeed, this could be the perfect role for you.

Interested candidates should email their resume to [email protected]

06/21/2026

June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, and today we recognize Men's Mental Health Awareness Day.

Mental health affects everyone, yet many men continue to face unique challenges when it comes to discussing their emotions, seeking support, or accessing care. Social expectations and stigma can make it difficult to speak openly about stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or other mental health concerns.

This month serves as a reminder that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether it's reaching out to a friend, family member, colleague, counselor, or healthcare professional, no one should have to navigate life's challenges alone.

At Voices Together, we believe that mental wellness is an essential part of overall health and that every individual deserves opportunities to connect, express themselves, and be supported in their journey toward well-being.

Today, we encourage everyone to:
💙 Check in on the men in your life.
💙 Create space for honest conversations.
💙 Listen without judgment.
💙 Remind others that support is available.

Together, we can help break the stigma surrounding men's mental health and foster communities where seeking help is encouraged and valued.