Getting to Know… Justina Williams
As JSDD’s Administrative Coordinator, Justina Williams has spent the last three years witnessing the incredible talent and determination of our WAE Center members.
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Staff
Remembering Rosalin Bogar
Dedicated and concerned about others until the end – that was Rosalin. She passed away on January 1st and her life was celebrated at a memorial service on January 24th. In attendance were all the women with whom she worked at the …
Getting to Know… Jasmine Payne
Title: WAE Center Floor Supervisor When did you start at JSDD? I worked for JSDD in 2016 as a DSP in the West Orange Group Home. Then in February 2024 I started working in the WAE Center as a DSP. In September …
Getting to Know…. Theatre Facilitator, Jeremy Kole
Name: Jeremy Kole Title: Theater Consultant How long have you been with JSDD? This is my first year!I officially started with the agency back in September of 2024. Is this the position you started in? It is, though I have now also substituted …
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Interview with Jaimie Rai, WAE Center Judaic Coordinator
Can you share your vision for Judaic programming at the WAE Center and how it aligns with the center’s holistic approach? My vision for the Judaic programing at the WAE Center is to make it inclusive to all members. To foster an …
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Interview with Rose Monroe
What initially drew you to being a DSP? I am a trained teacher for many years so teaching and nurturing is something that comes naturally. When I entered this field and realized the similarities my interest was piqued. Watching my residents succeed …
One Studio, Two Women, Twenty Years of Guidance and Inspiration
Getting to know Esther & Lisette of the WAE Studio Esther Tanahashi Can you tell us about your background and what led you to work with adults with IDD in a wellness and arts program? The timing couldn’t have been more perfect, …
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Getting to Know: Nutan Rubinson
Getting to Know… Nutan Rubinson
Nutan Rubinson is a Staff Development and Supervisor Training Specialist and has been working since April 2024. Their first memory of JSDD was a meaningful tour to see the staff and members in action. Read more about Nutan Rubinson and their experience at JSDD.
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Getting to Know: Micaela Camacho- Tenreiro
Getting to Know… Micaela Camacho- Tenreiro
Micaela Camacho- Tenreiro is a LGBTQ+ Coordinator/Facilitator and has been working since January 2024. Their first memory of JSDD was a wonderful conversation about how best they can facilitate and work with people with IDD. Read more about Micaela Camacho- Tenreiro and their experience at JSDD.
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Getting to Know…Susan Nasberg-Abrams
Getting to Know… Susan Nasberg-Abrams
Susan Nasberg-Abrams is a JSDD: Life | Home | Tech Project Coordinator and has been working for 6 months now. Her first impression was that the JSDD building was so bright and full of beautiful, creative art. She never thought that at a place of business, she would hear laughter and see smiles all day long. Read more about Susan Nasberg-Abrams and her experience at JSDD.
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