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VOCATIONAL EVALUATIONS
Following a traumatic brain injury, Barry wanted guidance in
choosing appropriate vocational goals. His vocational rehabilitation
counselor referred Barry for a comprehensive vocational evaluation to
assess his interests and abilities. Now, Barry is working on his
employment training goals set by the evaluation in preparation for
community employment. According to Barry, he has survived each health
crisis by having God in his life and offers a this bit of advice, "If
you want your kids to get rehab, send them to The STAR Center, because
it is a good place."
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ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY
"I've
been coming to The Star Center since I was five years old. I've
attended Music Therapy, Learning Lab, Art Therapy, and Orientation and
Mobility training. The Star Center is a fun place to learn new things
and become more independent. I believe that The Star Center will help
my dreams of going to college and being independent come true."
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NURSING AND PERSONAL ASSISTANCE
Being with his family has always meant the world to George. Even as
his health deteriorated, he has been able to live at home and maintain
a good quality of life thanks to the Nursing and Personal Assitance
services he receives throug The STAR Center's DMRS Medicaid Waiver
Programs. George and his family will always be grateful to The STAR
Center and its caring, dedicated staff.
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RECEIVABLES MANAGEMENT
 After
a head on car collision and lengthy hospitalization, Deloris expressed,
"I was at the bottom of the pit both mentally and physically."
Encouraged by her vocational rehabilitation counselor, she came to The
STAR Center for evaluation and employment training services. "Now I'm
the happiest I've ever been in my life with full independence and the
best job opportunities in my career thanks in a large part to the
training I received in Receivables Management at The Star Center."
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February 22, 2006
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ART
THERAPY
Caryn is a determined woman who is accomplished at using the arts
as a means of communication. Caryn has limited use of her left hand, so
she works to strengthen that hand while making art. Caryn uses her art
abilities as a tool for rehabilitation.
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ART THERAPY
Letesha
is a natural artist who
takes to the creative process easily. She particularly enjoys painting
and uses the painting process not only to communicate visually, but
also to stretch her arms and fingers, and as a forum for practicing her
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AUGMENTATIVE COMMUNICATION
Perry
White came to the STAR Center over five years ago due to his inability
to verbalize his thoughts and needs. He has been using a communication
device for several years now, allowing him to be more independent and
confident in his day-to-day living. Perry now enjoys working at the
grocery store and volunteering at the local library. He finds deeper
happiness in having the freedom and ability to socialize with his
friends in the community.
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AUGMENTATIVE COMMUNICATION
Barbara
Winbush had a stroke eighteen years ago, which left her with a severe
speech impairment. A couple years ago, she received a communication
device and recently after much hard work and training achieved her
personal goal of becoming employed. When asked how The STAR Center
changed her life she replied, "It gives me a sense of accomplishment
and makes me very happy." |
MUSIC THERAPY
 George's
love of music is evident in his smile and responsiveness.
Music therapy offers him a time to exert control over his environment
by providing opportunities for decision making and self-expression. It
is exciting to observe George dancing and singing along, playing
various instruments, and interacting in the music process.
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MUSIC THERAPY
Glenda is a delight to serve in Music Therapy. SHe attends music
therapy training each week with a beautiful smile and such
determination to learn how to communicate more effectively and how to
maximize the use of her arms and hands. Her strong will and infectious
laugh turns each session into a fun-filled odyssey, propelling her
toward her therapeutic goals. |
MUSIC THERAPY
Jeffery entered the music therapy training program to incrase his
work-related skills. He is working hard in music therapy twoard these
objectives and also his final goal of employment and increased
independence. |
MUSIC THERAPY
Letesha's bright smile and vivacity are wonderful to see every week.
She works
hard on her academic goals in music therapy, but also knows
how to have fun. |
JOB TRACKS
 "I
came to the STAR Center with a definite goal in mind. The staff
members tailored my computer training to meet my needs. The resulting
program has helped me develop new skills and strengthen old ones. The
most important thing I've learned, however, is that it's ok to be me.
The Center's warm atmosphere has given me courage to live life and use
my talents to the fullest. The camaraderie among classmates facing
similar challenges has given me strength to perservere through some
difficult tasks." |
JOB TRACKS
 "After
an eye disease took the bulk of my eyesight, I attended The STAR
Center for help. With the assistance of Zoom Text and STAR training, I
can now read again. I am taking STAR's High Tech and Business
Management curriculums. This will lead to me being able to be gainfully
employed again." |
JOB PLACEMENT
Due to a stroke Barbara was left speech impaired and thereby unable to
communicate with others and secure employment for over fifteen years.
Barbara came to Star and received a speech device, training, and job
placement assistance. Utilizing her DynaMyte communication device,
Barbara secured employment as a product demonstrator where she works a
part-time job interacting with the public. This is perfect for Barbara
as she is such a people person. Her employer says, "I couldn't have
asked for a better employee!" |
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