REACH Volunteer History
Founding Member of REACH West and the Special Olympics East Bay Buffaloes, Golf Tournament Volunteer Coordinator, East Bay Buffaloes Track Meet Volunteer Coordinator..Coach
I have an adult son who is nonverbal and has autism and dreams that he and other young adults live fulfilling lives and am committed to providing disabled youth parallel activities and opportunities available to their non-disabled peers. Through REACH… making it reality!
Awards
"You Make a Difference"
Work Experience
Holds a Teaching credential, Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology (SLP) and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech and Language and Hearing Association. Has 37 years experience working as a Special education teacher, Speech Language Therapist, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist and Department Lead in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Retired from the school district and now directs the REACH West Adult Program.