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 Moises Fuentes, Senior Case Facilitator A Year of Growth and Resilience This past year has been nothing short of inspiring for one of our incredible clients, Olga, who has made tremendous progress with the support of SLS (Supported Living Services). Her journey has been marked by courage, resilience, and personal growth, demonstrating the true…
By Kira Webster, Communications Coordinator Purpose That Fills Your Cup At Compass, meaningful work isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you do it with and how it makes you feel. Our employees often say the most rewarding part of their job is seeing the people they support grow, gain confidence, and achieve dreams…
By Jessica Noble, PCT Training Assistant Building Community Through Summer Connection Summer brings with it a natural shift—a chance to break from routine, enjoy the outdoors, and lean into moments of fun, rest, and renewed energy. For many, it’s a time to reconnect with others, recharge through engaging activities, and enjoy the sunshine. At Compass,…
By Cassandra Sales, ILS Program Manager Compass loves a good theme. From retreats to camps to the year in general, any reason for us all to come together with one mindset, the better we are all for it. 2025 marks a quarter of a century into this new millennium. We have experienced so much in…
By Kira Webster, Communications Coordinator At Compass, we believe that the most meaningful work comes from genuine human connection. Every day, our dedicated staff members create moments of joy with the clients they serve—building relationships that transform not just our clients’ lives, but their own as well. Here are some of the moments that…
By Sadie Hess, Compass Founder and CEO Our last strategic planning session in 2024 was focused on the future. We took time to figure out what our heart was for the future, and we focused on three concepts: innovation, holistic services, and industry transformation. We eagerly brainstormed and dreamed together about what our future can…
By Ethan Wulfestieg, CFS Supervisor Graciela’s journey with Coordinated Family Supports (CFS) is a story of growth, independence, and meaningful community engagement. Since joining CFS, Graciela has achieved significant strides in her quality of life, supported by her dedicated CFS Specialist and the strong encouragement of her family. Together, they’ve guided Graciela through transformative milestones that have empowered…
By Mary Flom, Director of Marketing & Recruitment We are excited to announce the launch of “Side of Hope,” a podcast hosted by Melanie Bazile, Compass’s Innovation and Expansion Director. This new podcast brings to life stories of resilience, transformation, and the vital work happening across the human services sector. From caregiving to advocacy to leadership, each episode…
By Vanessa Hogan, ILS Supervisor Peanut butter has jelly and macaroni has cheese, and well Aron? Aron has Jake. When the two joined forces as Life Coach and client, the pair became just as iconic as the food duos. Jake’s inspiration and partnership has lit a fire of pas-sion within Aron to go after many…