Sep 19
Michelle Smith, Community Support Manager
Dungarvin Wisconsin

Cans for Greg

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Greg M. is a person supported in one of the Marinette apartment programs in Wisconsin. A few years ago, Greg started a fundraiser called “Cans for Greg.” Greg has several area businesses that save cans for him and give him donations. Greg picks up the cans, cleans them, and takes them to the recycling … Read Full Post

Jul 11
Linda Lane, Area Director
Dungarvin Indiana

Kyle’s Two Different Worlds

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Kyle is a young man with a developmental disability and a hearing impairment, but growing up on a farm in relative isolation from his community turned out to be a bit more of a ‘disability’ than either formal diagnosis. Despite the fact that Kyle lives in a fairly developed urban county, he loves life … Read Full Post

Mar 20
Amy House, Operational Manager
Dungarvin Minnesota

Ross’ Journey to Employment

As anyone who has worked with Ross S. can attest, he is fiercely independent and likes to accomplish as much as he can on his own. The same has been true during his job search; he is extremely motivated and is always looking for employment opportunities. Transporting a person served to and from work … Read Full Post

Feb 28
Alisha Glover, Senior Director
Dungarvin New Jersey

Dreaming of Being Independent

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Everyone wants to belong. To be independent. To be part of a community where they know who you are, know your name. To be able to freely come and go, stroll the Avenue, take in the sights and sounds, to reflect in the solitude of your freedom. To be in charge of one’s life, … Read Full Post

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