By Shannon DeMars, ILS Facilitator The Everyday Heroism of Kindness When we think about what it means to give from the heart, we usually imagine big, heroic gestures. But the truth is, the most powerful kind of giving often happens in the small, everyday moments—and that’s exactly the kind of giving Karen does. A Heart…
By Terrah Starling, ILS Facilitator A Portrait of Kindness Tender, kind-hearted, soft-spoken polite, sincere and gentle are the best words to paint a portrait of Jesus. His genuine, innocence and kindness is enough to fill anyone’s basket. Jesus’ presence is one that can bring comfort, joy and a smile to everyone’s face. Everyone loves to…
By Felicia Sims, ILS Supervisor A Life of Loving Service In every community, there are people who make a difference with small actions full of love—and Girisenia is one of them. With unwavering dedication and a generous spirit, she shows that serving others is not just an act of kindness, but a way of life….
By Yolisa Bam, Case Facilitator A Tapestry of Texture and Emotion At first glance, Joanna’s art is a swirl of textures—fabric, paint, torn paper, and found objects—all intricately layered into bold, emotional pieces. Take a closer look, and you’ll find something even more powerful: a story of perseverance, and an artist turning her dreams into…
By Lacy Berry, ILS Facilitator Everyone will be pleased to meet our amazing ILS client, Amanda! If you don’t know her already that is, because she knows a lot of people. Amanda joined Compass in 2018 and has been such a light for her staff as well as her peers. Amanda really encompasses the meaning…
By Shannon Laird, ILS Facilitator I am really excited to introduce one of our newest clients from the East Bay, Akasha! She started our compass ILS program just a short time ago. And right from the start she was sweet, kind and had a lot of things that she was eager to work on. She…
By Moises Fuentes, Senior Case Facilitator A Year of Growth and Resilience This past year has been nothing short of inspiring for one of our incredible clients, Olga, who has made tremendous progress with the support of SLS (Supported Living Services). Her journey has been marked by courage, resilience, and personal growth, demonstrating the true…
By Kira Webster, Communications Coordinator Purpose That Fills Your Cup At Compass, meaningful work isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you do it with and how it makes you feel. Our employees often say the most rewarding part of their job is seeing the people they support grow, gain confidence, and achieve dreams…
By Jessica Noble, PCT Training Assistant Building Community Through Summer Connection Summer brings with it a natural shift—a chance to break from routine, enjoy the outdoors, and lean into moments of fun, rest, and renewed energy. For many, it’s a time to reconnect with others, recharge through engaging activities, and enjoy the sunshine. At Compass,…
By Cindy Cobb, Senior Case Facilitator Dan’s Journey to Independence Dan, whose full name is William, prefers to go by his middle name—just “Dan.” He joined Compass in March 2020, bringing with him a quiet spirit and a dream: to one day live in his own home. From Group Living to Dream Home When Dan…