The Way We Lead / April 3, 2025
ResCare Community Living Site Supervisor Jennifer Wells has been Working Smart and Doing Good in San Antonio, TX.
Jennifer won the 2025 ANCOR DSP of the Year Award for Texas. She excels at promoting person-centered plans for the clients at her high-need home. She pays attention to clients and helps build programs based on their specific characteristics.
One of her clients has an extensive history of unsafe behaviors, including dangerous pica episodes, where she compulsively eats non-food items. This client had several unsuccessful attempts to be placed within other operations. Jennifer learned everything she could about this client, including her behaviors and the psychology of pica. She asked questions, went to medical appointments, and did extensive research so she could support her in the best way possible. Through Jennifer’s advocacy, safe clothing was introduced to reduce the opportunity for pica episodes.
This client went from days of being unable to leave the home to spending hours on the patio, visiting the duck park, and spending time at the day center. Finally, she grew into doing what she truly loved – interacting with people. She goes to the movies, visits the circus, and goes holiday shopping with her family. Her loved ones are careful to follow the thoughtful person-centered plans to keep her safe. This success is a testimony to Jennifer and her eagerness to assist this individual.
Congratulations, Jennifer! Your Leadership sets a high standard in the home and throughout the operation. Your focus and ability to spot and address changes with clients is beneficial to all, and your work helping others live their best lives is appreciated.
WORK SMART. DO GOOD.
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