How did you first get connected to D&HHS?<\/strong><\/p>I was introduced to the Board through Charis Austin. I have known Charis and her husband Kyle since 1998. And then my first exposure to the agency was through an event at Vander Mill Cidery. I joined our Board because of the struggles I have faced in that area and because of my recognition of the value of an organization in West Michigan that advocates for people who face similar struggles.<\/p>
What\u2019s one thing you love about being a D&HHS board member?<\/strong><\/p>For those who know me, they would not be surprised that one of my strengths is in technology, especially how we can use technology in its many forms to improve communication. So being on the Board has given me a chance to help D&HHS as an agency to “work smarter, not harder,” and that has been something I have really grown to love.<\/p>
What would be lost if D&HHS didn\u2019t exist?<\/strong><\/p>D&HHS is an amazing organization, and many people would suffer if we had to close our doors. For me personally, if D&HHS did not exist, I would not have created the many strong friendships and working partnerships I have been blessed with.<\/p>
What\u2019s one thing you wish people knew about D&HHS?<\/strong><\/p>D&HHS is able to respond to many different types of needs. No matter your circumstances, if you are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing and you have a need, contact them. They can help.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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