Physical Education - Out in the neigborhood for some exercise

. . Some of the big kids out and about... Since I live two blocks from the center the kids walk past my house when they are going for exercise. It's great for the kids to be out and see normal life. It is also good for the neighbors and society at large to be aware of special needs people.

 
                                 Happy 33rd Birthday Griselda Sanchez!!

   Griselda is a wonderful kind and warm young woman. She is pictured here with our Director Dr. Roberto Martinez.  She is always asking when we are going to celebrate her birthday and Christmas. Thus, Roberto made an extra effort to join in her celebration today.  She is quite personable and would thrive in foster care or a group home.  She is more intelligent than many of our residents, so she is  not really technically part of our identified profile. Unfortunately, she has no family and there are no other options in the country to help her live an even more independent and fulfilling life.  Please pray for her and her continued happiness.

Griselda with Cowboy Pajaro.  The young man is named Jose Luis and his nickname is Pajaro (parakeet) because of his high pitched voice.  He has a great sense of humor and is always eager for adventure and diversions.  Like Griselda, he asks year round when is Christmas. 

It's all about the People !

  We have some wonderful and committed staff.

     This is Marie Eugenia called Jenny.  She is our team leader and has been working with us for almost three years. Last year she had some health issues and surgery. During her recovery period she worked as a helper at the school  Precious Moments in Santa Fe.   Her flexibility and adaptability impressed us all. Upon her return working with us we determined that it was time to give her the promotion and let her leadership qualities shine.

Griselda Lopez is our longest standing aide. She is amazing. She works incredibly hard with the wheelchair kids and is always calm and focused.  She helps with other projects on her days off. She has two little girls and has a long daily commute. On top of all her other skills she is an excellent cook. 

This is Silvia Ninett. She is our newest team member. She has two children and enormous patience with our kids. 

      This is Silvia Gonzalez. She is relatively new, but has an amazing gift for working with children with disabilities.