23Aug

Volunteer Spotlight: Jonathan Woods

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

JONATHAN WOODS

How long have you been volunteering at St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center?

Jonathan has been volunteering at SMSC since he was in high school, about 7 years now.

Why did you decide to become a volunteer?

Originally, when Jonathan was younger, he took swimming lessons for several summers at the SMSC’s pool, as did 2 of his brothers and 2 cousins. Jonathan always hoped to play for the San Diego Padres or Los Angeles Lakers (they still haven’t called J) or work for SMSC’s pool when he grew up.  Jonathan is very happy the pool did say “yes”. 

What are your favorite things about volunteering?

Jonathan loves getting up and coming to the pool each day.  He enjoys working with friends and meeting new ones.  He looks forward to helping SMSC students with their workouts in the water. He likes helping to keep around the pool cleaned up and neat.  Jonathan is so happy he was able to grow up and have his dream job!

25Jun

Employee Spotlight: Mark Stone

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Employee Spotlight 

MARK STONE

ADC Job Coach & Bus Driver

 

Q: How long have you been working at St Madeleine Sophie’s Center?

A: 16 years and 3 months

 

Q: What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

A: Walking, reading and family time  

 

Q: What’s your favorite TV show, music artist, or book?

A: I enjoy Mozart, Steely Dan, and National Geographic

 

Q: Do you have a cool story to share about something you did or that happened to you?

A: Every year I have so many cool thoughts, ideas, and good stuff happen here.  It would fill 2 or 3 volumes!

 

Q: If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?

A: Hawaii and Fiji

 

Q: What brought you to SMSC?

A: Several people from ARC Lexington came here and told me to join SMSC

 

Q: What is your favorite thing about working at SMSC?

A: My son is disabled and I seem to click with this population!

 

Q: What advice would you give to new SMSC staff?

A: Just remember that Tom and Debra are with you on and off the property.  You are representing SMSC at all times!

 

Q: Tell us about a mission moment that you have experienced at SMSC?

A: At Lindo Lakes, years ago, I was sitting with a couple of consumers on a bench under a tree.  I was able to have a peaceful, reflective moment.  I felt good about my life.

06May

Employee Spotlight: Fay Chargualaf

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Fay Chargualaf
Transportation Assistant

Q. How long have you been working at St Madeleine Sophie’s Center?

A. I have been working at St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center since 2002

Q. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

A. Reading, walking, and hanging out with my grandchildren

Q. What’s your favorite TV show, music artist, or book?

A. I enjoy a variety of books and music.  I don’t really have a favorite

Q. Do you have a cool story to share about something you did or that happened to you?

A. We were on a family trip to Sea World and my daughter started marching with the band that was performing, so our entire family marched along with my daughter.

Q. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?

A. Italy

Q. What brought you to SMSC?

A. I came to the Center with my sister to fill out job applications.  We were both hired!

Q. What is your favorite thing about working at SMSC?

A. The consumers and all of their different personalities

Q. What advice would you give to new SMSC staff?

A. Be flexible and enjoy the diverse work environment
06May

Morning Glory Brunch Recap

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Thanks to everyone who attended our 18th Morning Glory Brunch as well as the numerous volunteers who made everything run so smoothly.

Your support and generosity will directly impact our aquatic and garden programs that affect hundreds of our students daily.

Check out our Event Photos from Gates Photography here!
https://gatesphotography.morephotos.net/Collections/307454

We would love to give a special thank you to the following individuals and companies that made this event happen!

  • Honorary Chair: Chris Hinman
  • The Alexander & Eva Nemeth Foundation, Inc.
  • Master of Ceremonies: Steve Hamann
  • Green Dragon Tavern’s Executive Chef Josef Felts
Sponsors
  • Sycuan Casino
  • The Menard Family Foundation
  • Peter & Mary Ellen Ferrantelli
  • John & Kay Krueger
  • Lundy Insurance
  • Redfearn & Associates
  • The Mansour Group
  • San Diego County Credit Union
  • Waste Management
Food and Drink vendors
  • Amore Cheesecake’s
  • Bekker’s Catering
  • Bivouac Ciderworks
  • Brigantine La Mesa
  • Chick-Fil-A Santee
  • Coffee Ambassador
  • Crafted Greens
  • Cupid’s Catering
  • Curiocity Catering
  • German American Societies of San Diego
  • Golden Bagel Cafe
  • Granite Lion Cellars
  • Grocery Outlet Bargain Market El Cajon
  • Hacienda Casa Blanca
  • Jackie’s Jams
  • Jamul Brewing Company
  • Lolita’s Mexican Food
  • Mary’s Donuts
  • Nicolosi’s Italian Restaurant
  • San Pasqual Winery
  • Starbucks
  • Suja Juice
  • The Hills Local Pub
  • Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Entertainment Lineup
  • International Academy of Jazz
  • Jason Weber
  • The Heroes
Our Underwriters
  • Alfred & Penny Gossner
  • Barbara Hietala
  • Barbara Thunder-Barnes
  • Barbie Bates
  • Bob & Andrea Raber
  • Carol & Rob McClure
  • Chris Hinman
  • Diane & Randall McCorquodale
  • Eladora Williams
  • Ellie Cansicio
  • Idy Land Surveying
  • J. Douglas & Marian R Pardee Foundation
  • Joe Saad
  • Jo-Ellen Palreiro
  • John and Colleen Garbaczewski Family Foundation
  • John & Kristy Godfrey
  • Lee Napier
  • Marcia Cassell
  • Stuart Karasik
  • Timothy Semenchuk
  • Toni Petruzzo
Boutique Vendors
  • Be Boutique
  • Designs by Eileen
  • Glamour Girlz
  • Premier Design Jewelry
  • Purses and Accessories by Dianna Thomas
  • Satori Designs
  • Soap Designs by Sydney
  • Sophie’s Gallery
  • Sophie’s Garden
  • Unchained Ideas

Check out some pictures from the event!