IRIS Consultant Biography

Care Responsibilities

Your TMG IRIS consultant is your partner as you create a plan that meets your needs and stays within your IRIS budget. Your TMG IRIS consultant can connect you to resources in your area, and will be a great source of information for any questions you have.

Educational Background

Credentials

Specialties (e.g., working with autism, the elderly, employment for people with disabilities or youth in transition, mental health, experience with assisted technology)

Prior to coming to TMG, I worked for the Mentor Network and ResCare for a total of 25 years. I have extensive experience with helping individuals with disabilities who live in their own homes.

County/Region I'm familiar with

Rock

Languages or Communication Skills

English

I'm comfortable with pets in the home

Yes

More about me

How do you Partner with people to 'clear the path ahead'?
The most important step is getting to know the individual and what they want in their life. Understanding the needs and wants of the individual is my top priority.

What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
I enjoy partnering with people and helping them find the tools and resources they need to live an independent life.

What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
I worked at the Mentor Network for 22 years and then at ResCare for three years as their Wisconsin Business Manager/HR Specialist. I have experience in finances, writing individual service plans (ISPs), behavioral support plans (BSPs), and home modifications.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I love being in the woods, and enjoy camping, kayaking, hiking - really anything outdoors!