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The Time for Advocacy is NOW

The Time for Advocacy is NOW

“This is not a tough decision. This is basic human needs. Please, help.” Watch Living Well’s CEO Tom Gillespie’s passionate plea this Tuesday at the State Capitol. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn-AsupFP1E#t=43m21s Over the past few months Living Well staff, and...

Meet Vashti, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 8

Meet Vashti, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 8

Our DSP Shoutout for this week is Vashti, who has been with Living Well for 23 years. Another long-time employee who makes a huge impact on the lives of the people we support, she is the embodiment of caregiving. She has a kindness and drive to her that are obvious to...

Meet the Self Advocate STARS at Living Well

Meet the Self Advocate STARS at Living Well

At Living Well, we know the importance of disability advocacy, especially this year. We are shining a light on the importance of government funding to ensure the people we serve are cared for and safe for many years to come. We are diving into advocacy to show the...

Meet Hammed, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 7

Meet Hammed, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 7

Our DSP Shoutout for this week is Hammed. He works at our Highview home and has been with Living Well for over 22 years. Yep, over two decades of helping support the people we serve! He enjoys the variety of duties in his role as a caregiver and adores the people he...

Meet John, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 6

Meet John, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 6

Our DSP Shoutout for this week is John. He works at our Casey Court home and has been with Living Well for over 12 years. He came to us when he was raising a young family and stayed on board because of the relationships he developed over time, as well as and the job...

Meet Uriah, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 5

Meet Uriah, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 5

Our DSP Shoutout for this week is Uriah. He is a wonderful advocate to the individuals at Orono Woodlands, who is dedicated to the care of others and is an all-around great employee to have on the team. Uriah has been with Living Well for almost three years and in...

Meet Katie, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 4

Meet Katie, DSP Shoutout Recipient/Week 4

Our DSP Shoutout for this week is Katie. She is a phenomenal advocate to the Individuals at Cope, Lyndale and now East Emerson, who continuously exceeds expectations in her role as a DSP. She is very kind, energetic, knowledgeable, and extremely accommodating to all...

It’s a Family Affair. When Advocacy Starts Quietly at Home.

It’s a Family Affair. When Advocacy Starts Quietly at Home.

A few weeks ago, Regional Director, Adrienne DeRuyck, came into the Communications Office and asked for assistance creating a postcard to entice people to work for Living Well. She was requesting an engagement piece with a blank spot for a personal message so staff...