REM Iowa Recognizes Mentors for Their Outstanding Commitment to Serving Adults with Disabilities
11 June 2015
In celebration of Mentor Appreciation Month, on Thursday, May 14, REM Iowa hosted a Mentor appreciation dinner for Mentors in Eastern Iowa. The dinner was attended by Mentors, individuals supported, family members and REM Iowa support employees.
As a group, the individuals supported in the Host Home program shared what they appreciate about their Mentors, and then they served the Mentors cake. Each Mentor received an appreciation certificate as a well as a REM Iowa Host Home Program polo.
“We were honored to recognize our Mentors for their outstanding commitment to serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” said Lisa Pakkebier, Executive Director of REM Iowa. “Our Mentors are the key to the success of the individuals they support. The consistent support, caregiving and relationships that are built are priceless. We stand in awe of our Mentors and all they have achieved!”
REM Iowa’s Mentor appreciation dinner recognized all Mentors currently serving individuals in Eastern Iowa.
- Michelle and Dan Amaro
- Donna and Craig Bassett
- Marianna Bates
- Josh and Amanda Brenneman
- Laurie Church
- Angela and Tommy Dreesman
- Bob and Diane Hagarty
- Cindy Locke
- Traci Nelson
- Cindy Parks
- Kelly and Brad Pedersen
- Suzanne and Brian Revers
- Angie and Manny Rivera
- Janice Savel
- Julia and John Shadley
- Lori Sharpe
- Angie Shultz
- Teascha Shultz
- Cathi Thornburg
- Leah Weitl
- Tim and Ashley Woodward
REM Iowa’s Mentors, also known as Host Home providers, open their homes to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide 24/7 home-based support. They enable the people they serve to grow and thrive through supports such as help with daily living tasks, life skill development and participation in community activities.
“REM Iowa’s Mentors go above and beyond each day for the adults they serve, helping them live life to the fullest. They truly have a passion for making another person’s life better,” said Monica Ravn, Mentor Recruiter for REM Iowa.