Archive for March 2023
Construction of Countryside Location Completed!
Therapy Resumes in Improved Rooms
The Center is happy to report that the construction on the Countryside location was officially completed in February and therapy has resumed in our new and improved therapy rooms!
We would like to give heartfelt thanks to the following companies and folks who made our renovation possible:
- Studio 222 Architects for creating an improved and functional design of our space
- Designs for Dignity for donating carpeting and furniture for our new parent waiting room, phone booth, and staff offices
- Ben Campbell and AMS for donating all of the HVAC work
- St. Cletus School and Parish for welcoming Center children and staff into their building to ensure critical programs continued throughout construction!
- The Mayor and Building Department Staff at the City of Countryside for ensuring our renovation was timely and safe
- Klein Construction for managing the project timely and on a budget
- Our neighbors Sharma & Associates for being patient with the noise and inconvenience as our space was remodeled
- MP Flooring Solutions for donating brand new flooring and carpeting to our offices
Diversity Scholarship Award Ceremony
Meet Kiya Raines!
Please join us in celebrating Kiya Raines, Doctorate of Physical Therapy Student, the first recipient of the Center’s Diversity Scholarship! Kiya is completing her student clinical rotation at the Center. Our thanks to the Board of Directors, Diversity Committee and therapy students that applied for the award.
Pictured from left to right: Board Members, John Thomas and Tracy Lewis, Kiya Raines, DPTS, Josephine Boggs, Clinical Supervisor, and Board Members, Erick Valdez and Clay Kalweit.
Center Receives Highest Accreditation from CQL
The Center is delighted to have recently been awarded its highest level of recognition: accreditation from the Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL). This endorsement is a true testament to the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the staff and board in providing quality programming and leadership that empowers individuals with disabilities to lead independent and meaningful lives. It is an affirmation of our commitment to help these individuals reach their full potential. We are thrilled to receive this accreditation and remain determined to continue providing the highest level of service to those we serve.