Best Practices – WSC
Submission date: 1/7/09
Submitted by: Wanda Nitiss
Provider name: Sonia Reese
APD Area:
Practice
The WSC has a good system getting natural resources for individuals served. WSC networks with different agencies and foundations to get equipments and other needed supplies for individuals. The following resources have been donated: Customized Wheelchair and foot rest from a home care agency and food, clothing and bedding for individual’s room. For Christmas WSC has been able to get a Christmas tree, toys and food. Make a Wish Foundation has fulfilled a dream trip to Child’s Place in Orlando. A program called Christmas in July has painted the bedroom of an individual and built wheelchair ramp. Additional resources secured include free room air conditioners and a hair stylist in the community to fix individuals hair and make up for special occasions.
Who Benefits? All benefit
How? Individuals and family benefit since funding has become increasingly limited.