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...
The Kenai Office for Consumer Direct Alaska presented a special award at our annual Christmas luncheon. We recognized, Tami Ward, for saving the life of a consumer earlier this year. The consumer had taken an overdose of her medication and was non-responsive when Tami arrived at her home. With...
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...
As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday, we would like to extend our thanks. Our work with people receiving services, those who provide care, and our community partners is special. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to independence and self-determination. We wish you the best time and a...
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...
Susan – Kenai, Alaska – “We get SSD which is a blessing, but it was a challenge to prove that we were eligible.” I entered the workforce at 17 years of age. My husband and I had our own business for the last 15 years of our working life....