By Crystal Anderson, Case Facilitator
I would like to introduce you to Chris and Ken who first came to Compass in July of 2020 and have been spreading their happiness and contagious laughter ever since. These fellas are truly a joy and an inspiration for all.
Ken
Ken or “Kenny” as some of his friends call him is a 53-year-old man. Ken was born in Germany while his dad was in the military and later came to live out his childhood in Camarillo California. In his adulthood, his parents decided to move to Chico where he resided in their family home until coming to Compass in 2020. Ken enjoys going to the ARC (day program), attending “Friendship Circle”, hosting game night, hanging out with friends and he works at a local thrift store.
Sports and Games
Kenny is a huge sports fanatic; he follows all sports. His favorite teams are Kansas City Chiefs, 49ers, LA Lakers, San Francisco Giants, and the Thunder basketball team. Ken’s smile is illuminating, and he has a heart of gold. He is the sweetest individual I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and anyone who crosses his path can conquer. Ken really enjoys playing games, his favorite game is TROUBLE, so any chance he gets to play with staff or other clients he does. Ken is very active and involved in his community and loves Compass events. One of Ken’s long-term goals has been strengthening his leg muscles so he can get out of his wheelchair and use a walker. Ken is happy, easy-going, and always ready for an adventure.
Chris
Chris or Crispy as his friends and staff call him, was born in Camarillo California. As a small child, his family moved to Chico where he resided with his parents at their family home until coming to Compass in 2020. Chris is very active and present in his everyday life. When he isn’t at Day Program he enjoys attending “Friendship Circle”, hanging out with neighbors who are also Compass clients, beating you at a game of TROUBLE because he is awfully good and he works at Tools & Trade with the “Little Red Hen” located in Chico.
Things He Loves
Chris loves his girlfriend Nicole and the time they get to spend together; she lives out of the area, so he doesn’t get to see her often. Chris hopes to take a trip to Disneyland with her soon. Chris is very into sports, he likes every sport, his favorite teams are Dallas Cowboys, Sacramento Kings, Oakland Raiders, and the Clippers. Chris wanted everyone to know that he is always happy-go-lucky, he really likes music, and he is a jokester.
Goals
A goal that Chris would like to work towards is eating better, getting his daily steps in, and losing weight. Chris is a very happy individual, so full of life and spontaneity. Chris also loves talking to his friend Brayden on the phone and planning lunch dates with him. Chris loves getting out into his community and attending Compass events. He is truly a one-of-a-kind gem with a very gentle soul.
Quite a Duo
These brothers are quite a duo. The bond they share is so sweet and special. Ken is older than Chris by about 15 years, but they are inseparable. These gentlemen do everything together, including finishing each other’s sentences. They are spontaneous, energetic and anyone who meets them falls in love.