TMG IRIS Consultant Biography
TMG IRIS Consultant Name: Emily Kruger
Joined TMG: July 2018
Phone Number: 844-864-8987
Email: IRISInfo@tmgwisconsin.com
Location & Experience
Other Experience:
I’m passionate about working with people with disabilities. Prior to becoming an IRIS Consultant, I worked for three years at a day center, where I supported adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Together, we worked on helping them work towards their vocational goals, daily living skills, transitioning outcomes, health, wellness and recreational needs. I also taught health and wellness, sign language and money management classes as well as supported individuals through mentoring.
County/Region I'm Familiar with: Barron, Chippewa, Rusk
Languages or Communication Skills: English
More About Me
How do you Partner with people to 'clear the path ahead'?
To me, partnering with people means working together on the same level to accomplish goals. To do this, I first would learn more about you and what your goals are. Once we’ve identified your goals, I will work with you to create an action plan to help achieve those goals. I will then help you navigate different services and supports that will fit in your IRIS budget to accomplish your goals.
What's your favorite thing about being an IRIS consultant?
Helping others accomplish their goals so that they can live a self-directed life is one of my favorite things about being a TMG IRIS consultant. I believe that having independence and living life on your own terms is important. I am passionate about helping people live the best quality of life possible in their communities.
What past experience prepared you to become an IRIS Consultant?
My education in Human Development and minor in Social Work gave me a great foundation for working in human services. My work experience, however, is what prepared me to become a TMG IRIS Consultant. Working at a day center for over three years gave me the opportunity to listen, learn, advocate, mentor and work with individuals to help them accomplish their goals. I am excited to share my knowledge with you.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
In my free time, I like to do just about anything outdoors, including hunting, fishing, kayaking and camping. I also spend a lot of time playing outside with my two dogs at the lake. I enjoy doing these things independently as well as with family and friends. Health is also important to me, so I spend a lot of my free time at the gym and doing various physical activities.
