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In 1994, I obtained an undergraduate degree in Sociology from Northern Arizona University and in 2002 a Master of Social Work Degree from Arizona State University.
To support my work as an AT Specialist, I have certifications as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), an Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP) from the Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) and as a Certified Environmental Accessibility Consultant (CEAC) via the VGM Group.
As an AT Specialist I work daily with persons with disabilities, their families and rehabilitation providers from around to state to learn about AT, determine options/features of AT and to implement AT into the life of the person with a disability or their family. I am involved with all the programs and services available at AzTAP. I believe that whether the person has a disability (ies) from a preexisting condition or a new injury/condition, with the right attitude and support to figure out what will work AT can be the cornerstone of the return to a self-determined independent lifestyle. In my daily work with my clients I employ facets of both Person Centered Planning and Independent Living Philosophy. With each person I work with I begin with a discussion of their goals, the daily functional activities they would like to be more independent with, their personal resources they have available as well as what kinds of existing equipment/technology they already have that we could use or build upon.
In my off hours outside of AzTAP I enjoy mountain biking, running and going to the gym. I also do volunteer work with the United Way and with organizations providing homeless outreach. In addition, I make frequent trips to Sonora, Mexico for recreation and to distribute clothing, food, refurbished bicycles, household goods, school supplies and medical equipment to persons in need.
In my days as a Rehabilitation Counselor with RSA some of my most rewarding consumer experiences was working with young adults with Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) on their return to driving. In our society, for young adults driving and the ability to get around as independently as possible and the empowerment that it brings can be significant to a
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