Favorite Programs: Art Therapy, Vocational Services

Charlie has been participating in Chrysalis programming in Edmonton since 2005. Committed to finding and maintaining a paid employment position, Charlie worked hard on his skills and found a job as a Showroom Custodian at Allwest Commercial Furnishing. Charlie has been a valued member of the Allwest team for over three years. Charlie is also a very accomplished and sought after artist who is one of the major faces of the Chrysalis Art Therapy Program.

Favorite Programs: Art Therapy, Contracts

Jennica has been attending Chrysalis in Edmonton since 2009. She has participated in numerous programs at Chrysalis including Life Skills Management, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, and is a regular in the Contracts Area. Jennica was also one of the charter members of the Chrysalis Social Butterflies Toastmaster Club which formed in 2011. Jennica is a very talented artist and an accomplished singer who has produced two CD’s.

Favorite Programs: Vocational Services (Edmonton)

Mike has been employed at Chrysalis since 2002. Originally hired in the Alternatives to Employment Services area, Mike worked as a one-on-one support worker with individuals on-site at the Aviation Museum. In 2004, Mike was then hired by Vocational Services in the role of Community Disability Service Practitioner. Mike supported individuals who were looking for paid employment positions and supervised two employment sites, Fortis Albert and Connect Logistics. In October 2012, Mike was promoted to his current position of Team Lead and now oversees the daily operations of the Vocational Services Program.

Favorite Programs: Music, Reading, and iPad

Michael loves all music and he is very talented – he can always tell you the name of the song and the artist, and he often quotes his favorite songs. Michael is also very proud of his recent accomplishment of completing Travel Training and he is now able to take city transit to his volunteer site.

Favorite Programs: Art and Music Therapy, Toastmasters, Volunteer Placements

Omar has been coming to Chrysalis in Edmonton since 2007. From the minute he arrived his infectious smile and positive attitude have made him a very recognizable figure around the facility and out in the community. Omar is involved in many programs at Chrysalis including the Learning Centre, Art and Music Therapy, SuccessMaker, the Culinary Program and is now a very active member of the Chrysalis Social Butterflies Toastmasters Club. Omar is also involved in the community two days a week at the Misericordia Hospital as a greeter and ticket seller. One of Omar’s dreams is to be able to work at “the Bounce” as a DJ assistant.

Favorite Programs: Cooks, Music, and Computers

Heather is a friendly lady with a wonderful sense of humor. She loves to walk around Chrysalis, ensuring she has said hello to everyone. Heather loves to listen to music and will sometimes play the bells or maracas. She loves stories and she enjoys listening to our Library Volunteers read on Tuesdays.

Favorite Programs: Art program

Lorra is a happy person who is working very hard towards her dream of independence. She works hard at this, as evidenced by her success in working independently at the Red Cross. She volunteers twice per week answering phones at Chrysalis and has grown tremendously since starting this over a year ago.

Favorite Programs: Volunteering and Fitness (Active Leisure Centre)

One of Steven’s favorite programs at Chrysalis is the Art Studio. This is very evident as he loves to share this passion with others in the program. He is always willing to help his fellow artists, from getting them more paint to giving a high five for inspiration.