By Cassandra Sales, ILS Program Manager Kyle has been a community member of Fort Bragg all his life. If you spend any time with him, you will learn two things: he knows just about everyone in Fort Bragg and is a respected member of that community, and his positive attitude and smile are just about…
By Sadie Hess, Founder and CEO We understand the California budget for 2023-24 is a complex issue with significant implications for various communities, especially those relying on critical services like housing and developmental support. There was a proposal for a delay in funding for programs for Californians with disabilities until 2025, this is undoubtedly disappointing…
By Jeff Gant, Compass Life Guide 3 On August 24th, 2022, I went to the doctor. I was 387 lbs and despite being on 2 blood pressure medications, my BP was still at stroke level. I chose right there and then to make the changes to live. Lifestyle Changes I never say I went on…
By Melanie Anderson, Director of Innovation and Expansion Several years ago, Compass made a commitment to learning about and investing in employee engagement. It seemed that at times there was a concerning gap wherein employees did not consistently feel appreciated, but supervisors thought they were participating in great effort to help employees feel valued and…
By: John Allen, Case Facilitator Anthony, or AJ as he goes by, has been with Compass SLS services since October 2016. I onboarded AJ to my caseload shortly after starting with Compass in January 2023 and have gotten to know him much better. AJ has had some challenges over the past few years, but over…
By Emma Norton Meet Justin! He is a vibrant, energetic, and adventurous individual in the San Jose region, who has been enjoying Compass’s Supported Living Services for the past eight years. Justin’s journey with SLS has been nothing short of remarkable, characterized by his love for adventure, creative pursuits, and personal growth. With the unwavering…
By Sadie Hess, Founder and CEO What a whirlwind the past 6 years have been. We have put so much hard work and dedication into each other and the pursuit of dreams. We have been an organization that works tirelessly to make our industry and the lives of our clients and staff better. In a…
By Sadie Hess, CEO If you’ve been following along, we have been behind the scenes working on some strategic pillars that we believe will improve our ILS department. Over the course of the year, we will be rolling out several new initiatives. Today, we will outline the strategic plan. Implementing changes is not a one-time…
By Cassandra Sales, ILS Program Manager Today we are diving into the exciting ILS Renaissance initiatives lined up for 2024 at Compass. Firstly, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in our recent town hall with our phenomenal CEO, Sadie Hess. The unveiling of our upcoming changes has ignited a wave of anticipation, and…
By Kira Webster, Communications Coordinator In the realm of caregiving, this one family’s story is one of unwavering dedication. For over three decades, the mother and father have been the primary caregivers for their son, John, who has developmental disabilities. John’s journey has been filled with love and care, but as he has grown, so…