Author: Steve Niswonger

Meet Jacqueline

Meet Jaqueline (Jackee for short), who was lonely and depressed after the recent loss of her husband. Seeking activities and companionship, she visited the Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley West Campus facility in Trotwood, OH and fell in love with our senior-focused Young at Heart program. Her infectious enthusiasm soon evolved from being a participant to... Read more »
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Meet David

David lives with significant vision loss. Though he was born legally blind, David is now totally blind as his vision has deteriorated over time. David’s eyesight suffered further at the hands of negligence. “In 1974, my mom took me to try and correct my vision with surgery. The doctor got the chart mixed up and... Read more »
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Meet Jess

Growing up with a single mother suffering from alcoholism, Jess had a rough beginning. Having to grow up at a young age taking care of not only herself but her mother, proved to be a detriment to her. “I always said I was never going to be like her, but I ended up being an... Read more »
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Meet John & LaVon

There are those we meet in life with the power to make us smile or laugh without ever needing to try. John and Lavon are two examples of such people. John and Lavon work together as a team at the Goodwill Outlet Warehouse on Woodman Drive in Dayton. For over a year, the two of... Read more »
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Meet Mitchell

  Meet Mitchell         Mitchell wanted to follow in his dad’s footsteps and become a policeman, but instead, Mitchell found himself working in the auto mechanic industry, a job, he said led him to a mental breakdown and depression. That’s when he turned to Miami Valley Works, a service of Goodwill Easterseals... Read more »
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Meet Kip

Learn how Kip lost her eyesight but was able to overcome her barriers by getting assistance from Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley.  Below is the story told in her own words. Well, it started off with me just thinking I wasn’t getting enough rest, but when I went to get my eyes checked by my ophthalmologist,... Read more »
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DIY – WINTER WONDERLAND PERSONALIZED TERRARIUM

  If you’ve ever wanted to climb into a snow globe, this project is for you. The great thing about this is that you can customize it for your family or a person (or family) you’ll be giving it to. Add whatever you think would be best for decoration and top it off with a... Read more »
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Mr. LaVar Glover Introduced as Director of Operations for Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley West Campus Community Service Center

Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley is very pleased to introduce Mr. LaVar Glover as the New Director of Operations for the West Campus Community Services Center. Mr. Glover will begin with Goodwill Easterseals November 30th and will be responsible for the day to day operations of the West Campus, establishing and building upon existing partnerships with... Read more »
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