Meet Rachel Jackson Rachel Jackson is a direct support professional and has been at the Center of Hope for seven years. We asked Rachel to share some of her thoughts about the time he has been at the Center. Please describe your role at the Center. I am direct support professional
Center of Hope awarded two grants Barbara Olson Center of Hope is proud to announce it was awarded two grants, one from the Try-Beta Foundation and one from the Woodward Charitable Trust. The Center of Hope received $900 from the Try-Beta Foundation to purchase a refrigerator for the staff lounge as
Your December update from the Center of Hope In this month’s edition, check out some of the holiday the participants at the Center have been involved in, read about the Homemade Market at PSB, see how the Center is getting in the holiday spirit and learn about two new grants. Also get to
Meet Jennifer Fishe Jennifer Fishe is a lead direct support professional and has been at the Center of Hope for four years. We asked Jennifer to share some of her thoughts about the time he has been at the Center. Please describe your role at the Center. As the lead DSP
Getting in the Holiday Spirit Participants at the Center have spent the month doing several activities from making brownies and decorating the Christmas tree in the front office, bowling, and taking a trip to Williams Tree Farm. They also enjoyed getting in the holiday spirit by wearing holiday glasses and hats,
Showcasing the participants at the PSB Handmade Market On Sunday, December 10, the Center of Hope showcased some of the participants' work at the Handmade Market Rockford at Prairie Street Brewhouse. More than 50 artisans were selling their goods. The Center sold artwork by our participants, potted plants and of course
Your November update from the Center of Hope In this month’s edition, our 75th Anniversary Gala wrap-up, Halloween fun, staff member Shannon Lott, and more. 75th Anniversary Gala a success On Thursday, October 26, the Barbara Olson Center of Hope 75th Anniversary Gala was held at
75th Anniversary Gala a success On Thursday, October 26, the Barbara Olson Center of Hope 75th Anniversary Gala was held at the Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront. More than 160 guests attended. The night included entertainment by Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos and Center of Hope Choir, Silent Auction, and keynote speaker
Your September update from the Center of Hope In this month’s edition, we recognize our DSPs, meet staff member Cecily Storm, and get ready to celebrate! Recognizing our Direct Support Professionals September 10 – 16 was National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, a time to
Meet Cecily Storm Cecily Storm is a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional and has been at the Center of Hope for six years. We asked Cecily to share some of her thoughts about the time he has been at the Center. Please describe your role at the Center. I am case manager
