Amoako Buachie does most of his talking with a paintbrush, piano, or microphone – and he speaks volumes through his art and music. Over the years, Amoako, a CFS participant with I/DD, has nurtured his love of music and built a body of artwork that has been exhibited and recognized by institutions including The Metropolitan
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Miguelina: Finding Purpose Through Service
Miguelina’s Story For most of my life, I struggled to figure out what my purpose was or what I was truly good at. I tried piano, singing, dancing, and painting, but nothing ever felt like the right fit. Like many children, I dreamed of becoming an architect or a ballet dancer, but as I grew
Read moreCFS Employee of the Year!
When Maria won Employee of the Year at CFS, she was stunned. “I was just doing my job,” she said with a warm shrug, still in disbelief. A per diem Direct Support Professional (DSP) at CFS’ Bryant Residence for the past four years, Maria has always balanced other responsibilities and jobs—but never lets that get
Read moreIn the Driver’s Seat: Jacob’s Inspiring Life
Life has had twists and turns for Jacob. But these days, he’s in the driver’s seat—steering toward a future he’s building with patience, independence, and purpose. A lifelong fan of cars and racing games, Jacob knows the thrill of speed and the importance of control. The road he’s traveled hasn’t been easy, but he’s learned
Read moreConquering Comfort Zones with Courage: Rosa’s Inspiring 28-Year Journey with CFS
Rosa is a soft spoken but confident and inspiring Direct Support Professional (DSP) at CFS. Although, Rosa considers herself a shy person, it’s never stopped her from pursuing excellence as a DSP at CFS or from embracing new challenges and experiences in life. Rosa seems to have fostered a similar spirit in Christine, the CFS
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