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The Gentle Spirit of South Bay’s Santa

By Terrah Starling, ILS Facilitator A Portrait of Kindness Tender, kind-hearted, soft-spoken polite, sincere and gentle are  the best words to paint a portrait of Jesus. His genuine, innocence and kindness is enough to fill anyone’s basket. Jesus’ presence is one that can bring comfort, joy and a smile to everyone’s face. Everyone loves to…

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Girisenia: A Heart Full of Community

By Felicia Sims, ILS Supervisor A Life of Loving Service In every community, there are people who make a difference with small actions full of love—and Girisenia is one of them. With unwavering dedication and a generous spirit, she shows that serving others is not just an act of kindness, but a way of life….

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Dreams in Motion: How JoJo Found Her Voice Through Art

By Yolisa Bam, Case Facilitator A Tapestry of Texture and Emotion At first glance, Joanna’s art is a swirl of textures—fabric, paint, torn paper, and found objects—all intricately layered into bold, emotional pieces. Take a closer look, and you’ll find something even more powerful: a story of perseverance, and an artist turning her dreams into…

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Crowned Queen of Kindness (and Compass Prom!)

By Lacy Berry, ILS Facilitator Everyone will be pleased to meet our amazing ILS client, Amanda! If you don’t know her already that is, because she knows a lot of people. Amanda joined Compass in 2018 and has been such a light for her staff as well as her peers. Amanda really encompasses the meaning…

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Dancing Through Life: Meet Akasha

By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator I am really excited to introduce one of our newest clients from the East Bay, Akasha! She started our compass ILS program just a short time ago. And right from the start she was sweet, kind and had a lot of things that she was eager to work on. She…

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Olga’s Year of Courage: A Journey of Growth, Joy & Resilience

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…

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Why Compass Is a Special Place to Work

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…

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Summer Connectin’

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,…

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Dan’s Dream Come True: From Group Home to True Home

By Cindy Cobb, Senior Case Facilitator Dan’s Journey to Independence Dan, whose full name is William, prefers to go by his middle name—just “Dan.” He joined Compass in March 2020, bringing with him a quiet spirit and a dream: to one day live in his own home. From Group Living to Dream Home When Dan…

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Rolling Toward Greatness: Ryan’s Story

By Mariza Flores Rodriguez, Case Facilitator  A Longstanding Member of the Compass Family We are pleased to introduce Ryan, a member of the Compass SLS family for nearly 15 years within the SARC region. Ryan is known for his friendly and charismatic personality, and he remains an active and engaged member of his community. He…

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