June 28, 2011
I have been employed by this agency for the past year and it has given me new hope for the field of substance abuse treatment. I have met people who have made a difference in my life despite their circumstances. There is a general sense of service and hope instilled in the individuals who work at Shields through the work we do and the accomplishments of each day. Shields has provided a safe place for women to become sober moms, sisters to become sober friends and men to become sober providers.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
There is a Graduation ceremony each year to acknowledge the effort and work of the individuals in program; I have heard their stories of hope. Individuals who did not think they could be part of a family one year before; now gather and celebrate as one in the understanding that recovery is a process and they are on the right path to a healthy lifestyle.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
improve their IT department so that electronic communication could flow more efficiently and by doing this help the organization move toward a more 'green' approach to sharing and distributing information.
MY ROLE:
Professional with expertise in this field & I helped individuals meet their needs through our programs in order for them to become functioning members of the community. .
