Stephany is a “Perfect Addition” to Her Workplace
Diagnosed with ADHD, PTSD, and a working memory learning disability, Stephany joined our Working Together program hoping we could help her find a summer job in advertising.
“[I’m] Much Happier, I Enjoy Working So Much More Now”
Commuting to and from work was causing Bradley pain, having to lift his wheelchair in and out of his vehicle for the past 25 years.
“I Didn’t Realize Until I Started Working That I’m a Hard Worker,” Bluejay’s Journey at the Footprints Centre
Bluejay first came to the Footprints Centre about 10 years ago, pushed by his older brother to find something to do with his life. Since then, he’s grown so much, going to the local college to finish his high school degree and has been a valued employee at his company for over four years.
MMC Atlanta Chapter Builds 20 Switches at Georgia OT Conference
On Sunday, October 17th, the Atlanta Chapter of Makers Making Change, led by Shepherd Center occupational therapist Jasmin Brumby-Smith, closed the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association Conference with a build-a-thon.
“It Just Seems Like a Really Powerful Game Changing Experience,” Naomi Works With Makers to Find Switch Adapted Toys for Her Client
Naomi Beswick, a speech language pathologist in Edmonton, Alberta, was looking for a switch adapted toy for a child that she works with. A first-time requestor, perhaps it was fitting that two first-time volunteers answered the call.