A young woman is maturing and has increased her speaking skills tenfold, thanks to the STARS community integration program at PossAbilities in Rochester, a MOHR member.
Blending employment and life enrichment, STARS, or Striving Toward Achievement, Recognizing Strengths) has had a major impact on Julie, who was often scared and unsure of herself before she got involved, according to her parents, Bill and Rita. Julie learned to practice appropriate social behavior, and now loves to be with other people and is well-liked, they said.
She typically comes to PossAbilities to get ready in the morning and then heads out to volunteer, and visit places like the Spam Museum, the zoo, the Salvation Army and parks, explains Cristi Lyke, enrichment services division director for PossAbilities.
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