By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator I am so excited to introduce you all to our wonderful client straight out of Fremont, one impressive fella named Carroll. He brings an electrifying energy that leaves an indelible mark. Get ready to be captivated by his story and inspired by his unstoppable spirit. Welcome to the world of…
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…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator Compass & Cooking I am excited to introduce Jesus to our Compass community!! Jesus has been with Compass since 2020, and this is one amazing fella. Jesus has some special talents and a few of them are cooking and creating YouTube content. Jesus has always wanted to create cooking videos…
By Robert Guevara, SLS Supervisor Meet Darryl! He is a friendly, caring, and active individual in RCRC. Darryl has been in Supportive Living Services for many years; however, it wasn’t until he found Compass that he truly fell in love with the services being provided. If you are wearing any sort of Compass gear, Darryl…
By Alice Byer, Senior Case Facilitator For this autumn issue focused on appreciation and gratitude, I am excited to spotlight Ms. Vonda, whose genuine expressions of gratitude offer a shining example of how appreciation can positively influence those around us. Love for Mom Vonda is a joyful young woman living in the Bay Area with…
By Brian Linsley, Case Facilitator I’ve only known Jackie for a short time, but she’s already made such an impact on me. She’s full of life and has an incredible zest for living. Despite facing numerous challenges and tough situations, she’s always shown resilience. From the brave decision to move away from her family to…
By Mariza Flores Rodriguez, Case Facilitator I would like to introduce you all to Francisco, or as he likes to be called, “Frank”! He’s been a member of our Compass family for about 6 years and enjoys his independence living in his studio apartment. Just in his apartment complex alone, Frank has developed a strong…
By Cindy Garcia, Senior Case Facilitator Meet Michael! He is a lively 74-year-old conversationalist who has brought a touch of joy to the South Bay region of Compass since joining us in 2022! Despite being legally blind, Michael’s optimism and determination have made him a beloved member of our Compass community. Over the past year,…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Manager Meet Shayla, a vibrant member of the Compass ILS program since November 2017, under the guidance of her dedicated Life Coach, Irene. Nestled in the comfort of her own apartment, Shayla shares her space with a furry companion, Rusty, her lovable dog. Previously employed at Lane Bryant, Shayla made a…