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 as a Nurse and Personal Care Worker and have experience working with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and older adults. I also managed a post-secondary school and have experience working in education.

County/Region I'm familiar with

Milwaukee, Ozaukee

Languages or Communication Skills

English, Russian

I'm comfortable with pets in the home

Yes

More about me

How do you Partner with people to 'clear the path ahead'?
Assisting and supporting people participating in the IRIS Program to explore various options and resources within the community to achieve their dreams and goals; assisting and supporting people in creating meaningful plans, assisting and supporting in creating healthy and safe environment and lifestyle.

What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
Partnering with people to help them achieve their goals and dreams and continue a safe and healthy life within the community.

What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
Working with diverse population on many different levels as a Nurse, Massage Therapist, Personal Care Worker, and a Program Director/Manager in a Postsecondary school.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Socializing with family and friends, reading, watching analytical programs about history and political life, taking care of pets.