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Public Affairs
Press Releases
Sue Hudson, second from left
Elizabeth Watkins, second from left
Outstanding Work Performance is Recognized
for Seven Hills Community Services Cape and Islands Staff
April 2006 – On Friday, March 24, 2006, the Cape Department of Mental Retardation (DMR) Advisory Board held a Staff
Recognition Legislative Breakfast at Our Lady of Victory Church in Centerville, MA. Seven Hills Community Services employees Sue Hudson, of Centerville, and Elizabeth Watkins, of Oak Bluffs, were recognized for the outstanding support they provide to the individuals—and their families—in their care. 85 people attended the breakfast with Sue and Elizabeth representing two of the 21 award recipients.
The Cape DMR Advisory Board is comprised of family representatives who work to advance the rights and services of individuals living with mental retardation. The Legislative breakfast was held for state legislators to gain appreciation for the dedication of the DMR and providers’ employees. Professional training and staff retention are critical to the success of all programs. Legislators must be made aware of these key issues, and the funding and support needed to provide the highest quality of care.
Seven Hills Community Services, an Affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, provides residential and supported community living to individuals with disabilities. As the Director of Community Supports, Sue Hudson’s primary focus is individual growth and supervising her staff to foster the independence of clients in the Plymouth/Cape Cod area. An employee for four years, Sue’s energetic spirit provides the encouragement needed for her programs to reach their outstanding levels of success.
Vineyard Employment Options (VEO) trains individuals with disabilities to become capable, dependable, and committed employees for businesses on Martha’s Vineyard. As a Job Trainer for VEO, Elizabeth Watkins develops and implements training programs and provides on-site job client support to ensure excellent work performance. An employee for two years, Elizabeth provides a calming presence that instills greater levels of self-esteem and pride in the individuals she supports.
Both Sue and Elizabeth are outstanding representatives of Seven Hills Community Services’ commitment to provide a comfortable, safe home environment and services to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities.
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