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THE NAVIGATOR FALL 2016 Volume 10, Issue 3 The Faces of Globe Star
Pictured is Neven F., an Individual.
Neven Demonstrates Work Skills
Contributed by John Kremke, Quality of Work Life Mentor
Neven F. is an individual who receives our Quality of Work Life services. Here he is showing me his expertise while working at his family’s bakery.
I spent one of his midnight shifts with him as part of our mentoring services. During our shift together, Neven dem- onstrated, for me, how he performs each of his tasks. These included mak- ing deliveries, merchandising products and more.
This is an example of a situational assessment, which is a hands-on way to serve individuals by working with them in their own (or another) work environment, to learn about their likes, dislikes, skills and vocational direc- tion. It’s also a way to identify needs and barriers. These are insights that help us to provide Quality of Work Life Individuals with the support they need, and also provides us with oppor- tunities for building the collaborative relationship by developing compan- ionship and a sense of community.
Well done, Neven!
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Larry and Friends Celebrate Summer
Contributed by John Kremke, Quality of Work Life Mentor
Pictured is Larry J., 2nd from left, and friends.
Larry J., an Individual in the Globe Star community, was host
for a wonderful, summer 2016 cookout party at his home! Larry entertained about fteen of his Globe Star friends and fellow individuals, with grilled ribs, chicken and potluck sides. Even the handymen who work on his house were invited to enjoy the sum- mer celebration with us.
Larry loves to entertain others. He worked on the party planning for weeks to make sure that everyone would have a good time, by exemplifying the Gentle Teaching values of companionship (Ele- ments of Companionship), positive reciprocation, and making new memories.
Thank you, Larry, for all the love and joy!
Community Outreach
In September, caregiver Don- nie Jessie and his not-for-pro t awareness organization, Autis- tic Rhythm, hosted an aware- ness event and fundraiser in conjunction with Harley Da- vidson of Crawfordsville as a venue.
The event was to raise aware- ness of autism and build com- munity. The money raised is used to purchase teaching sup- plies for special needs
classrooms.
They were able to raise $3,000 for Autism Awareness groups and Special Needs Classrooms.
Donnie can be contacted for more information at donaldjes- sie@gmail.com.
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