Gompers News
August 17, 2011
The McMahon Group–AZTV 7/Cable 13
Mark Jacoby, AAPPD chairman and executive director of Gompers Habilitation Center and
Julie Urban, parent, discuss the pending 5% rate cut by AHCCCS to providers serving individuals with disabilities.
Elsa Salazar Named First Runner-up for Direct Service Professional of the Year
Elsa Salazar was chosen as first runner-up out of 45 nominees for the Direct Service Professional of the Year award by the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Elsa, joined by her family and Gompers' staff, was honored at a luncheon on September 14, 2011 at the Disability Empowerment Center.
During her four and a half years at Gompers, Elsa has shown a strong commitment to working with individuals with disabilities and was also selected by Gompers’ staff as the 2010 Employee of the Year.
A video recognizing Elsa's work and accomplishments was shown at the luncheon. Check back soon for the link! CONGRATULATIONS, ELSA!
Karolin Bilal Wins 2011 Phoenix Business Journal's
Health Care Heroes Award!
Karolin was recognized at a celebratory breakfast on Thursday, August 18, 2011 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort.
As Director of Gompers Dental Center, Karolin’s dedication and passion has had a major impact on the lives of thousands of individuals with disabilities. CONGRATULATIONS, KAROLIN!
Read the feature story on Karolin!
See pictures of the event!
The Arizona Association of Providers for People with Disabilities (AAPPD) hosted Congressman David Schweikert at Gompers on June 8, 2011.
Cheril Chilcoat, DTA Director, Recognized as Community Hero
On Thursday, May 19, Cheril Chilcoat, Gompers DTA Director, was recognized as part of KISS 104.7 FM's “KISS A HERO” promotion for her tireless and outstanding work on behalf of all the clients Gompers serves. Her nomination was read on air, and Cheril was honored at a KISS 104.7 FM breakfast meet and greet with Johnjay and Rich. CONGRATULATIONS, CHERIL!
Read her story.
Gompers Receives Community Grant from Catholic Healthcare West
On January 7, 2011, Catholic Healthcare West awarded Gompers Habilitation Center $15,000 to provide immediate access to affordable oral health treatment for 50 clients. Each client will receive an oral health evaluation, X-rays, two cleanings, fluoride treatment, periodontal maintenance, and free oral health aftercare instructions with each visit.
Presentation of the check was made during the Community Awards Reception held at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center.
Boundless Playground at Gompers Now Open
In January 2010, Gompers began its campaign to fund the final phase of the accessible playground and garden project. Throughout 2009, Gompers received the full support of the community to complete the first phase of this project –the playground. Our next phase, the “Accessible Garden” will become a courtyard housing the garden installed with the help of our clients and several senior communities. Duet (Beatitudes) and Amber Pointe, a new senior development, has stepped up to become caretakers and act as a guide as we cultivate our garden to yield its splendor. With the extraordinary talents of the design team at Architectural Resources, our playground and garden will be an exquisite place of growth and creativity for Gompers' clients and the community. Read More
Gompers Partnerships
Gompers is proud to be in collaboration with the WINNER of the Spirit of Enterprise Award for... Read More