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)

I have worked with a large population of people from different backgrounds and in different states. I have worked with people that have disabilities, mental health issues and those who utilize family and children services. I have over 15 years of experience doing my job, and have always worked with people on a personal level to help them achieve their goals. I offer hope and outcomes to the people I serve, and most of all, I help them achieve independence. I am dedicated and committed to helping people. I like to think of myself as a person of integrity and driven to get the job done with respect and dignity towards the people I serve. Having worked in social services for so many years, I possess a vast knowledge of community resources, including finding and securing housing, personal care workers (PCWs), and resources for those with cognitive disabilities. Having a physical disability early on in my life gave me the drive to help other people.

County/Region I'm familiar with

Milwaukee

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'?
I am a people person, and I like to establish good repours with people right off the back. I listen to individuals learn what they want, their goals and outcomes, and I work with them to achieve those goals. I have found in all my years of working with people that listening, and having empathy and compassion helps me to understand their concerns and goals. I also possess the skills to encourage and motivate people. I always try and do my best to help with services, resources and opportunities to help you live and dream. I have always used wisdom to provide support, and as I mentioned to encourage you. I am a constant learner so that I can provide the best services as possible to the people I partner with.

What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
My favorite part about being a TMG IRIS Consultant is having the opportunity to work with the population of people that need long-term care services, I truly enjoy working with them, and being an IRIS Consultant allows me to do just that.

What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
I have worked for more than 15 years in the social services field, and have more than 25 years of customer service experience. I have held management positions, and have started from the bottom and worked my way up. However, there was always one thing I excelled in, and that is paying attention to what the person I’m partnering with need and figuring out how to resolve their issues.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
In my free time I like to read and listen to motivational speakers to help me maintain balance and success. I also volunteer at various organizations when time permits and go to community events. Oh, yeah, I also like to watch television when time permits. On some days I do whatever the wind blows in. I also like to travel and see different parts of the world. However, the most important of all is my self-care. I take time out and just relax from the cares of the world – some much-needed “just me” time. I also like to write, however I have not been doing it as often as I like (though I plan to pick the habit back up soon!)