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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 is currently pursuing a Masters in Special Education at Easter Michigan University with a concentration in Cognitive Impairments and plans to graduate in 2008. |
|  | 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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Melinda Whalen, CTRS Melinda graduated from Grand Valley State Univervisty with a BS in Therapeutic Recreation in 1998. Melinda also studied music therapy for 3 years at Michigan State University before becomming a Recreation Therapy student. She worked for several years within the Detroit Medical Center- at the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan on the Brain Injury Unit as well as at the Children's Hospital of Michigan on the Rehab unit as well as in acute care. She has worked with Geriatrics, home & community recreation therapy, and parks and & recreation programs. She currently works mainly with individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Melinda enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children, playing and singing Irish music, cycling, gardening, reading and scrapbooking. |
|  | Stefanie Schellhas, CTRS Hello everyone! Stefanie Andrea Schellhas is the name; most people call me Stefanie for short (it's okay you can laugh). Playing in nature is my idea of a good time. In this picture, I am posing as Jane, preparing to soar through the jungle. I enjoy partaking in craziness as long as the possibility of getting hurt is one in fifty. I enjoy giving off energy to people, making people smile, encouraging others to strive for excellence and helping people understand how important they are. Believing in Jesus Christ and living by his word (most of the time, but come on we are humans) has been an amazing adventure in my life. Graduating from Central Michigan University in Recreation, Park and Leisure- Go Chips! I now find myself currently residing in the Bay City, Michigan area with my loving and handsome husband Michael. I leave this anonymous quote to remember: Life is a journey, not a destination so play, laugh, dance and love....enjoy the ride! |
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Molly Zeh, CTRS |
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Kaytie Plante, CTRS |
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