The staff had their pictures taken at the Ashley Nicole Dream Playground. They can be found more frequently at the disABILITY Resource Center.
Because of my relationships with friends and family members with disabilities,
I am very committed to the independent living movement philosophy and practice.
My responsibilities include the daily administration, management, direction and
operation of the disABILITY Resource Center programs, events, services, facilities,
and personnel. I enjoy meeting every person who comes to the DRC and watching
their progress. In addition, I represent the agency at local, state, and federal
levels. Just for fun, I love completing the yearly federal report!
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Lillian
As Program Director it is my responsibility to implement and coordinate
various services at the disABILITY Resource Center. In addition, I assist
clients in writing and implementing employment goals as well as provide
information and referral, peer support, advocacy, independent living
trainings and assist in community education and outreach.
E-mail:
Nicole
As an Independent Living Specialist, I assist people with disabilities and their
families as they face day to day challenges. Being a person with a disability
provides me with the understanding of the many aspects of each individual need and
knowledge that people with disabilities are capable of reaching their hopes and dreams.
What an honor it is to be a part of someone's life as I watch them take each step as
they find their pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
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Katherine
My job here at DRC as Independent Living Specialist is a very good fit for me. I
assist our consumers with goal setting. I engage in peer support in order to help
consumers find ways to help themselves meet their goals. I also facilitate workshops
and group support meetings in order to help keep our consumers encouraged and on their
paths to healthy, productive and independent lives. My job is very rewarding as I get
to use my personal experience and skills to assist others.
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Angel
One time Ms. Wheelchair Oklahoma, I have found myself on a new page of my personal
adventure story. I am currently studying at The University of Tennessee where I will
receive my M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling. With the disABILITY Resource Center, I
enjoy the opportunity to work with individuals in a variety of situations. I provide
peer support and work on special projects. I look forward to working with you!
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Sam
My job as the disability advocate is to assist clients with legal matters including:
ADA compliance, ramp building, education, transportation, consumer protection, and
legal advocacy. I provide information and referrals for individuals with legal
issues, and utilize local services on the client’s behalf. As a law student at The
University of Tennessee, I use the training I receive in the classroom to assist
clients in real world applications.
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Matthew
As a Job Coach/Peer Mentor I get to know the clients and assist them in finding
employment and housing. I build community relationships to further our database of
employers as well as housing organizations to help better opportunities for our
clients. I coordinate both the employment and housing application days, and lend an
ear when necessary.
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Basil
As Office Manager I am responsible for bookkeeping and other office management duties such
as maintenance of office equipment and facilities. In addition I am the Event Coordinator for our Pork
Knox Q-Fest which involves marketing to prospective vendors, artists, and volunteers as well
as fundraising.
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Kathi
My job is unique in that I provide resources and information to callers.
I really enjoy my job because it allows me to do what I have wanted to
do since college. Having lived with a disability all my life and having
to search for resources to assist me, I feel that my unique perspective
on the world is a benefit. I also feel like advocacy is an important
part of my work in addition to providing resources to our callers.
E-mail:
Nicole
