Members Accomplishments - Triena B.

By Geoffrey B.
Triena B. left The Denbigh House in April 2014 and went to a place called Woodrow Wilson.  Woodrow Wilson was like a college but in all it was a Rehab Center.  Triena lived in a dorm and had 3 roommates.  Her major was in business.  She did Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point and Publisher.  During the she was at Woodrow Wilson, she got a part-time job on campus and joined the bowling team.  She did bowling 3 day a week, started with a score of a 68 and finished with a score of 140 and loved every minute of it!  Another thing that she did, she volunteered with the Red Cross.  She was the Administrative Assistant.  Triena's job was to answer the phones and make flyers.  Any disaster related problems, it had to report it to her first.  Now after her were over at Woodrow Wilson and It was not graduation time, so she won't go into a coma, she stayed with the Red Cross helping out here and there.  As time went by, it was time for her to graduate.  Now Triena is back to The Denbigh House and she got her self a new job.  It started Monday, November the 17th, 2014.  The place is a store called IBEX Global.  She will be a In-bound Customer Center.  She will be doing what she does here at The Denbigh House, answering the phones.  Give a big cheer for Triena and her accomplishments. 

Know a Member: 20 Interesting Facts about Ginger B.

1. 1. I'm generous, kind, and loving.
   2. I like to meet new people, help people, learn new things, and help people in need; however, I am in the process of learning to put myself first.
   3. I now have my own place to live.
   4. I have worked hard on being an independent person and I have been able to become very independent, regardless of those which were Naysayers.
   5. I was a cheerleading coach for over 13 years, my team’s one regionals, State, and national championships. I also turned out 20 all American Cheerleaders.
   6. I love animals immensely. I love training them, loving them, and seeing them progress.
   7. I was a national championship twirler in many assets of the majorette world.
   8. I love to advocate for people with brain injuries and I have no problem speaking in public for causes.
   9. I just received the go ahead to drive by my neuropsychologist and my neurologist,
   10. I have been coming to The Denbigh House and it has truly improved my skills in many ways.
   11. I have met so many friends at The Denbigh House.
   12. I love to make people laugh and encourage them things for them and we would do cheerleading stunts and cheers for them.
   13. My relationship with my father has improved drastically.
   14. I am getting out more and meeting new friends.
   15. I love to dance.
   16. I love to sing.
   17. I was baptized this year and I love being a Christian.
   18. I think of myself as a survivor and not a victim.
   19. I have three daughters and eight grandchildren.
   20. My motto is: to live life like there is no tomorrow.
   
    

Farewell to Alex Watson

By: Barry F.

 

     Due to the staff turnover at the Denbigh House our program coordinator Alex Watson will be leaving the Denbigh House.  I for one am very sorry to see her go but she had to transition to a new position nearer to her location of residence. 

     The things I will miss the most about her are her work ethic and her realistic approach to counseling.  She was always able to get you to see the pros and cons of any situation.  Also, she would always encourage you to try doing things on your own.  Alex has opened a whole new world of independence for me.  I would like to thank her for her help in the good times and the bad.

     My final wish is that she always finds happiness in all that she encounters.  I will offer my heartfelt thanks as she travels a new path toward her dreams.

Good by to Alex and hello to Jessica and Nickesha

The Denbigh House will be going through a transition in the coming weeks due to the fact that our beloved leader, Alex W, will be leaving her position as Program Director to fill another position that is actually closer to home. It is on the South Side and she has named Jessica D. as her replacement as Program Director.

   The members here at The Denbigh House are all sad to hear of her departure but, none the less, are pleased to hear that the position of Program Director of The Denbigh House will be filled by a well known and loved member of our present staff.

  Jessica’s position as leader of the Advocacy and Outreach Unit and intake coordinator will be filled by Nickesha, who is also well known and loved by all of the Denbigh House Members.

We honor our Veterans

We wanted to recognize and appreciate all the Veterans today - We should all remember the work that Veterans have done and continue to do that make our country safe & secure.  We honor the sacrifices they have made for our own security.

Know a member; 20 things about Sandy B.

1. I am a single mom.
2. I work as bus aide for kids with special needs.
3. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
4. I am a member of the Daughters of the King which is a women's prayer and church group.
5. I am an usher at my church.
6. I work with the International Order of Rainbow Girls and Boy Scouts.
7. I enjoy helping others.
8. I have a very easy going and outgoing personality and attitude.
9. I enjoy doing arts and crafts.
10. I am the only member at the Denbigh House with the diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy.
11. My dad served in the Marine Corps for 24 years and was one of the Chosen Frozen, during the Korean war.
12. My mom was in the Army Nurse Corp for 4 years.
13. My son is in the 10th grade. My daughter is in the 11th grade.
14. I went into labor with my daughter at McDonalds while working as a cashier. I was taking a big breakfast order when my water broke.
15. I was in a lockdown at McDonalds because of a bank robbery.
16. I am very flexible in my time. work, and such.
17. I love to travel and see new things.
18. I have a dog named Buttercup.
19. When I was in 11th grade, I received a certificate from the math honor society and made citizen of the month award.
20. I enjoy learning new things.