This week, over 1,100 Special Olympics Montana athletes compete in the Summer Games in Missoula. We are proud sponsors of the Summer Games and would like to thank all coaches, volunteers, supporters, and dedicated athletes who make it possible. We look forward to the results and stories of success!
At 1:30 am Jan 24th a series of earthquakes struck South-central Alaska. The strongest one, a 7.1 on the Richter scale, centered 63 miles west of the city of Homer, was the most powerful quake ever registered in the Cook Inlet area. Ninety eight miles northeast of the epicenter...
Today marked Eva Medina’s first day as acting Program Manager for Consumer Direct Nevada! Eva was promoted to Program Manager in November and worked alongside Laura Coger for the past two months. Laura retired as CDNV Program Manager last week. Eva has been with Consumer Direct since October 2005. Most recently, Eva has been the...
Laura is on her way to new adventures! She will remain active in advocating for seniors, those with disabilities, and caregivers. She’s been appointed to Nevada AARP’s executive council. She will also be spending time with family, especially grandbaby Avery. We thank Laura for being a great Program Manager! Laura’s...
Charlene has been working with Grace since 2012. She loves Grace and taking care of people. In November, we had the opportunity to recognize Charlene for her outstanding work as a caregiver. At the 10th Annual NV Caregiver Coalition’s Caregiver Recognition Luncheon, she received a certificate of recognition from...
Curtis Wolff is a Peer Trainer for Consumer Direct Colorado, bringing numerous years of experience in training and advocacy. He contributes and shares his knowledge of the Consumer Directed Attendant Supports and Services (CDASS) program, the disability community, and passion in expanding choice and control for people living in...
Last week, Missouri Consumer Direct volunteered their time at The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri and made a cash donation. Joined by Consumer Direct’s Owner, Bill Woody, and Consumer Direct’s Chief Operating Officer, Beth Peterson, we enjoyed giving back. It was a great day! Angie Peterson | State Director MO Consumer Direct |...
We are proud to present Priscilla with the Caregiver Appreciation award for compiling 20,000 hours of hard work. Her service to people with disabilities and the community of Anchorage is outstanding. We cannot thank you enough, Priscilla! You are a joy to our family and a rock star in...
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services invites you to a conference call with President Obama on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Open Enrollment. On Wednesday, November 4th at 2:25 PM ET, President Barack Obama and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell will discuss the...
We thank Angelina for her years of service and congratulate her for entering the 25,000 Hour Club! Angelina loves taking care of Joan, and has been doing so since 2004. Angelina considers Joan is to be like family – almost like a grandma to her. Angelina is a native of...