By Sadie Hess, Founder & Co-CEO Compass- 30 years Strong There are moments in life when you pause long enough to look back, and you see a thread that’s been there all along. A thread of calling, connection, faith and purpose that wove itself into a story larger than anything you knew you were building….
By Felicia Sims, ILS Supervisor Defining Perseverance If you looked up “perseverance” in the dictionary, you’d find a definition about persistence and effort despite challenges—but if Compass had a dictionary, you’d find William’s photo right beside it. Since joining Compass in June 2025, William has embodied determination, hitting the ground running and embracing every opportunity…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator Meet Erik: A Journey of Growth and Determination I would love to introduce you to our amazing new client, Erik. He started with Compass in May and had never heard of ILS until his case manager mentioned it. During our first assessment, he was shy and soft-spoken, unsure if this…
By Cassandra Sales, ILS Program Manager I’m a big fan of math and numbers because in a world that gets caught up in chaos and the whirlwind, numbers are consistent, and they don’t lie. They aren’t overly positive or negative—they just are. One number that has always stood out to me is 2080. No, not…
By Nathanael Clark, Case Facilitator The Everyday Power of Generosity At Compass, we believe that a heart of giving shines brightest in the everyday choices we make. Few people capture this truth better than Philip, whose steady kindness and commitment to others reflect the heart of giving in action. Giving that Builds Community Over the…
By Kristina Xie, Senior Case Facilitator The Heart of Our Community At Compass, we’re lucky to be surrounded by people who embody the true spirit of community, compassion, and generosity. One of those people is Frank. A Bright Light at Compass Frank joined Compass a year ago and has been a bright light in our…
By Sadie Hess, Founder & CEO The Beginning Sixteen years ago, Eric and I realized we needed to be even more intentional about the future of Compass and the impact we wanted to have on the world around us. We always asked ourselves, “Are we working on having the very best systems, the very best…
By Antonio Maestas, Case Facilitator The Heart of GivingNicole, a 38-year-old woman from Fort Bragg, recently joined Compass and quickly became a beloved part of our community. She lives in her own home on family property and is surrounded by caring friends and relatives who celebrate her independence and joy. A Smooth Transition to CompassThe…
By Terrah Starling, ILS Facilitator A Life of Generosity and Love Julie is a beautiful example of what Compass represents when it comes to demonstrating kindness, generosity, and perseverance. Her loved ones describe her as someone who would do anything for anyone, and her actions prove it true. Julie is always willing to lend a…
By Carrie Jones, Senior Case Facilitator A Beloved Member of the Compass Community Since 2016, Nikole “Nikki” has been a beloved member of the Options/Compass community—and in that time, she has touched the hearts of everyone who knows her. With her warm spirit, deep friendships, and unwavering generosity, Nikki is a shining example of what…