June 2026 Newsletter
Summer Is Here. And So Is Something Worth Reading.
Real stories. Practical wisdom. A community that shows up. The June 2026 newsletter is everything summer should feel like.
What does it look like when meaningful work shows up quietly — and changes everything?
June marks more than just the start of summer at Empowered Services. It’s a month packed with heartfelt stories, honest conversations about burnout and wellness, community celebrations, and a bold reminder that the most meaningful work is steady, quiet, and life-changing over time.
This month’s newsletter brings together powerful stories, meaningful updates, and real moments from within our community — all pointing back to one central truth: support is not just about services. It is about people, relationships, and understanding the full picture.
01
A CEO’s First Letter to the Community
Dylan Surrett steps into his new role and writes a June message that cuts right to the heart of what Empowered Services is built on: trust, follow-through, and showing up for people — not just saying you will.
02
Meet Brynley, the Empowered Star
She’s the self-proclaimed “Love Magnet” of her family, a church worship leader, a thrift shop regular, and a die-hard Taylor Swift fan. Brynley’s story will make your day.
03
Burnout Is Real — You Don’t Have to Push Through It Alone
June is Professional Wellness Month. This issue gets honest about the slow creep of caregiver burnout, the warning signs, and the real steps Empowered is taking to help families and DSPs recharge.
04
Summer Planning Tips for the IDD Community
From packing essentials to choosing the right activities, the team shares a warmhearted guide to making summer safe, joyful, and genuinely fun — for individuals, families, and caregivers alike.
05
Father’s Day Tributes
Honoring the fathers, father figures, and steady hands who show up every single day — quietly, consistently, and with so much love.
06
Juneteenth — Freedom, Dignity & Reflection
A meaningful look at Juneteenth and what freedom, dignity, and community mean for every person Empowered Services supports.
07
Wellness Raffle Winners
Celebrating the DSPs and caregivers who prioritize their own well-being — because you can’t pour from an empty cup. Congratulations to this month’s winners.
08
June Events & Activities
Bowling, sensory-friendly movies, disc golf, library art days, and more — a full calendar of community moments worth showing up for.
“Sometimes the most meaningful work is not loud. It is steady, personal, and life-changing over time.”
— Dylan Surrett, CEO · Empowered Services
June 8
Fun at the Library · Beach Scene Plate Art
June 15 & 17
Sensory Friendly Movie Nights (Free!)
Weekly
Bowling — Tues, Wed & Fri at 3 locations
June 19
Juneteenth — Freedom, Dignity & Reflection
June 25
Disc Golf @ Wilsonville Memorial Park
Empowered Star ⭐
Brynley
New to Oregon and nervous about meeting people — Brynley found her footing through faith, family, and a community that welcomed her with open arms. The self-proclaimed “Love Magnet” of her family, her joy is absolutely contagious.
Pillar of Empowerment 🏆
Cathy
As both DSP and mom, Cathy navigated an unfamiliar system with grace and found an agency that truly felt like family. Her journey into the Empowered Choice Program is a testament to what the right support can do.
Read the full June Newsletter below.
Father’s Day tributes, Juneteenth reflections, wellness raffle winners, a fun Lego event coming soon, and so much more — all inside the June 2026 newsletter.
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