Our Community, Our Stories

Self-advocacy

Meet Kevin

Kevin has come a long way since joining us in 2018. He has accomplished so much and is a huge ambassador for Chrysalis and an advocate for himself and others. When Kevin went through our new human-centered intake, he wanted to participate in all the planning meetings and idea brainstorming. He was one of the first people to show such enthusiasm for this process and was a huge advocate for the programs.

Kevin now has the tools to explore relationships through shared activities and when difficulties arise, he has a plan for getting the support he needs. A founding member of the Self-Advocacy Group at Chrysalis, Kevin was awarded the Champion Award at the 2021 Chrysalis Annual Achievement Awards Ceremony.

Remarkable ACHIEVEMENTS

Meet Brandi

Brandi demonstrates true passion and dedication to developing her skills. She works part-time at Falkbuilt, volunteers at theYMCA, enjoys creating art, and actively participates in events and activities with her peers. Her artwork has been showcased across the city and featured in numerous exhibitions.

Within the community, Brandi shows a strong commitment and reliability in completing her volunteer tasks. Her positive work ethic and attitude are consistently valued and appreciated by those she engages with—both at Chrysalis and beyond.

Community involvement

Meet Steven

Steven takes great pride in his community involvement, whether at his employment site, DIRRT, or giving back through volunteering. Steven is a passionate artist, with his artwork featured in several community venues both locally and internationally. In addition to his passion for art, Steven is a sports enthusiast and has recently joined the Chrysalis News Team as a sports anchor. He loves to share stories about his athletic accomplishments with the Special Olympics and show off the medals he has won.

SETTING GOALS

Meet Lorra

Lorra has flourished at Chrysalis, making meaningful connections with staff and peers and developing strategies to manage her feelings. An active participant in Chrysalis programs, Lorra is a dance machine and is always positive and uplifting to others. Currently, Lorra goes grocery shopping, is learning to make meals, and has completed transit training from home to Chrysalis. We are so proud of the growth that Lorra has shown since starting at Chrysalis.