Donna Vandyke has been with The Center for Family Support since 2001. She began working as a DSP at the Lincoln Park group home and was promoted to Group Home Manager for the Nutley group in 2007. Throughout the years Donna has continuously demonstrated her dedication to the individuals she supports. Donna helps them to recognize their abilities
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Happy 60th Birthday Barbara!
Barbara Vanzile, who resides in our Elmwood Park group home, celebrated her 60th Birthday on December 23, 2018. Barbara moved into this home in May of 2004 and has loved the family she has been a part of and the many other relationships she has formed since that time. Barbara enjoys working on puzzles, watching
Read moreSteven Vernikoff Celebrates 25 Years as Executive Director of CFS
2018 marks 25 years that Steven Vernikoff has served as Executive Director of The Center for Family Support (CFS). We had the opportunity to speak with Steven recently to discuss his tenure as Executive Director and the great growth of the organization during that time. Anniversary Interview With Steven Vernikoff
Read moreThank You for Supporting Our Self-Advocates!
Not a label. Not a word. Not a derogatory term you heard. I’m a who. Same as you. Do you have a name? …Me too. I’m a mind. A heart. A personality. I’m an equal part of the overall we. I’m a him or a her. A he or a she. Who am I? I’m simply me. A person.
Read moreStaff Recognition for Monette
Since beginning her career with CFS in early 2018, Monette (affectionately known as “Moe” to everyone she works with) has become an asset to the Bryant Residence. Moe takes initiative during every day and emergency situations to ensure the safety of our residents. She has built and maintains positive relationships with Bryant’s residents as well
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