Kenzee was 17 years old when she learned she was pregnant.”I was excited, but scared,” she said. “I was homeless at the time, and I was worried I wouldn’t be able to provide.” A survivor of mental and physical abuse, Kenzee was determined...
When it comes to a serious diagnosis like cancer, you never think it’s going to happen to you, or to the people you love, until it does.Marilee went in for a routine mammogram when her doctor found two suspicious lumps. Her doctor then sent her in for an...
Chris JonesCCSF Fiscal and Policy Analyst Chris Jones is a man of hidden talents. Sitting with him in meetings pouring over projections, or hearing his soft, happy whistle down the hall, you would never guess that he has arranged and orchestrated pieces for the...
At the annual DSP Retreat in June, CCS Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) were recognized for the selfless care they extend to our customers. The annual retreat at the fairgrounds is a time to play, learn and build positive connections with fellow DSPs. CCS DSPs and...
HR Executive Coordinator by day and scholar by night, CCS’s Kennedy Hobert graduated from George Fox University last spring. As a part of her capstone experience, Kennedy conducted research alongside her professors about concussion testing. Upon finishing her...
Jesuit VolunteerBefore being assigned to CCS as a Jesuit Volunteer, Lauren Lang had never even set foot in Oregon. Lauren joined Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest shortly after graduating from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia.”I found out about CCS...
