No doubt about it, the Washington House guys have fun; they participate in all STARS activities, go on Saturday Out-ings, enjoy Rec n Roll, the list goes on! But they work hard too. Tim, seen below, works at Twice is Nice Resale Shop. David also works at Twice is Nice as well as CiCi’s Pizza. Ian works daily at Spectrum Workshop and Gary works with a cleaning crew and at STARS Resale. Each guy also serves as part of the body at College Church by cleaning the church. Well done, guy
Tonya D. is an LSTI at the Washington House. She is our weekend staff person and SFS Substitute. Tonya brings a joyful attitude as she picks up the guys from Sunday evening STARS activities, bringing them back home for an evening of fun and relaxation. Tonya monitors social interactions and free time activities, making sure they’re healthy and positive. She makes sure that all residents are following the house rules. As a mom of 5, 4 of which are quadruplets, not too much gets past Tonya!
Trace N is our Washington House Community Builder. As the CB, Trace is the overnight presence at the house, nightly devotions leader, and physical plant monitor. He came to us very prepared as he had over 9 years of experience in the STARS Disability Ministry in various capacities; serving on Sunday mornings, as well as being a buddy at Friday Nite Fun and STARS Retreats. Prior to becoming involved in STARS, Trace has had many interesting jobs, one of which is a nuclear plant engineer,...
A certified Social Worker, Darlene is our morning Life Skills Tutor II. She greets our guys each weekday morning and sees them through the process of their morning routine. Each guy has their unique daily schedule. Darlene knows who has to get where and when! As each prepares for his day, Darlene comes alongside - utilizing Boardmaker pictures and moving them closer to independence. The guys are responsible for making their own breakfast and getting themselves ready on time. These are...
