My Job, My Choice

We love the message behind this video, which was sponsored by MARO (Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Organizations).

employment, Supported Employment, Training, Rauch Industries, programsTeressa JacksonOctober 29, 2015MARO, videoComment

Here to serve

Tony Euler has always loved working with people with disabilities, whether at Muscatatuck State Hospital or here at Rauch, Inc.

After working at the hospital, Tony moved to the area in 1978 and started at Rauch Industries on the floor that August. He’s been Director of Industrial Services for many years, although he said it’s been so long he can’t remember exactly when he took on that role.

New coordinator looks to expand Wellness Program

Vicki Pilcher has been the Wellness Coordinator at Rauch for two months now and is already working toward helping the program grow.

Before coming to Rauch, Vicki worked as a home care nurse. She said the type of environment home care fosters is actually why she wanted to become a nurse—to connect with patients and be able to have a bond with them.

Disability, nonprofits, programs, Staff, Wellness, Supported LivingDarian EswineAugust 11, 2015Rauch, Inc.wellness, gastronomy tubes, diabetes, first aidComment

Client looks to form self-advocacy group

Christa’s room is covered in Gerbera Daisy decorations as she talks about how excited she is to be participating in the Special Olympics for the second year in a row.

Summer camp comes to a close

This year’s summer respite camp ended on July 17th, after six weeks of fun-filled activities. The camp is for children with developmental disabilities ages 9-17. Teachers, both experienced and dedicated, lead the camp, focusing on growing and maintaining skills, while also participating in enjoyable summer activities for the kids.

Disability, programsDarian EswineAugust 6, 2015Fairmont Neighborhood Center Comment

ACCESS program achieves growth

Alternative Community Connections, Experiences, and Social Supports (ACCESS) works on providing activities for clients each day, from Louisville Bats games to bowling.

Reaching goals at ADA

At Adult Developmental Activities (ADA), it’s all about reaching goals and progressing by a little bit each day. For Brad, that goal was to be able to go out and eat at a restaurant.

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