Member Spotlight

“My goal in coming to The Center was to be able to return to work after suffering a stroke. I am now working two days a week.  I know this would not have been possible without access to a place like The Center.  I want to express my thanks to all of those involved with The Center,  you have made a difference in my life and the lives of many other Center Members.”
Norma Applegate, Center Member of 3 Years

“We have our Norma back!”

When Norma, our Shipping Coordinator, suffered her stroke, we had to fill her position, but no one could quite fill her shoes. The training Norma received at The Center has helped her develop to a point she can continue to work with us on a part-time basis.

Working with Norma through her recovery, I have learned a great deal about the rehabilitation process.  First, the financial burden on people who are having to rebuild their lives is immense. Second, at a time when your abilities are impaired you must deal with medical facilities, insurance companies and the government. These entities are difficult even for people who are at 100% capabilities. Third, the “system” is not set up to allow or promote medically challenged people to return to work due to the risk of losing their benefits.

I would like to thank the people at The Center.  Without their support, training and encouragement, I don’t think Norma would be where she is today.  I thank you and Transit Services thanks you.  We have our Norma back!

Debbie Johnson, President
Transit Services, Inc.