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 | Stella A. Husch, MSA, CPRP, CTRS- Stella, also the President and Owner of Strive, graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Parks and Recreation with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. She received a Master of Science Degree in Administration from Central Michigan University. She has been working in the Parks and Recreation field for about 13 years total and has been working in the Therapeutic Recreation Field (inpatient and in home)for 11 years. Stella has also been previously employed at Autumn Woods Healthcare Facility, William Beaumont Hospital, City of Oak Park, Oakland County Parks and other recreation and park organizations. Stella was most recently named the Games Director for the Michigan Victory Games, a Nationally recognized competitive sporting competition for athletes with disabilities.
She is active with Michigan Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) where she has held many board and committee member positions and is also a current member of Michigan Therapeutic Recreation Association (MTRA), American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA), Adaptive Sports Coalition, and National Parks and Recreation Association (NRPA) along with many other organizations. Awards received include The Outstanding Achievement Award (MRPA ), The Young Professional Award (NRPA Ethnic Minority Society), Outstanding Coach Award (Michigan Disability Sports Alliance), 2007 American Academy of Park and Recreation Administration Externship Scholarship, and others. |
|  | Jessica Hohenberger, CTRS Jessica Hohenberger graduated from Eastern Michigan University in the spring of 2000 with a BS in Therapeutic Recreation and was certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in the fall of 2000. She has worked in many different settings with many different populations including pediatrics, brain injury, psychology and physical med/rehab. She has experience in both clinical and community recreation with a strong background in aquatic therapy. She has also recently completed a Masters Degree in Special Education at Eastern Michigan University wtih a concentration in Cognitive Impairments and plans to utilize this knowledge as a tool to further assist her clients in a unique and personalized way. |
|  | Nicole Messina, CTRS Recreational Therapist since 1994. Nicole has worked in community recreation since 1987. She has worked in various positions in various city parks and recreation departments starting as a playground leader. She is currently a Director at a Senior Center in the metro Detroit Area. Nicole is a Graduate of Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration. Nicole currently works with seniors and developmentally disabled people of all ages. |
|  | Deanna Scanlon, CTRS - Deanna Scanlon graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor's of Applied Arts in Parks and Recreation Administration, Therapeutic Concentration in 1993. She works full time as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist for Children's Hospital of Michigan, part time for Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation, Special Recreation Services division and for STRIVE, Inc. She has experience with adaptive sports and working with people with various disabilities, including traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. Deanna enjoys yoga, spending time with people, going to the movies and traveling. |
|  | Amy Barbieri, CTRS Amy received her Bachelor Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Central Michigan University in 1999 with her certification in Therapeutic Recreation in 2000. She is near the completion of her Masters Degree in General Administration from Central Michigan University. She has extensive background in Recreational Therapy within the geriatric population with a specialty in dementia care. She also has experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injury and other physical medicine and rehab issues, mental illness and the developmental disabled population. Amy has presented at conferences and is active on committees within professional organizations. |
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|  | Rachel Lloyd, CTRS Graduated from Grand Valley State University with a BS in biomedical health science and a major in Therapeutic Recreation in 2007. She has been working with Strive since the spring of 2008 and is currently also working to improve and create programs for persons with disabilities in Macomb County though the Warren Parks and Recreation Department. In the past she has done work with children and adults with TBI in both the clinical and community setting as well as community based RT with persons with spinal cord injuries and cognitive congenital disabilities. Besides working and helping others enjoy life she enjoys swimming, biking, golfing, watching other sports,playing card games and being out doors with friends and family. |
|  | Brooke Crawford, CTRS Graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a BS in Therapeutic Recreation in 2007. Volunteer and work experience in many settings including children with physical disabilites, autism, psychiatric illnesses and TBI. Currently working as a recreational therapist at Harbor Oaks Hospital, lead facilitator at S.T.E.P.S, Inc. an adventure challenge company, and STRIVE, Inc. as an independent contractor. Enjoys mountain biking, ultimate frisbee, crocheting, scrapbooking and organizing. |
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