Angie Edwards Nominated for Blesher Award by Entire CLS-W Staff

Angie pictured on the left of Blesher surrounded by the staff at CLS-W who nominated her
 

“During a time when CLS-W was growing and in need of additional staff, Angie stepped in, set up here and jumped in whenever needed” stated the CLS-W Staff in their nomination.

Angie Edwards is a Person Centered Planner located in The Arc of Delaware County’s Hamden office. She helps individuals with disabilities to plan their life and supports that enable them to live personally fulfilling lives. However, when CLS-W experienced a large increase in caseload, staff stated that Angie was a real team player- when help was needed; she rearranged her work schedule and jumped in to assist.

While at CLS-W she asked what she could do to assist one on one with an individual new to the CLS-W program. She followed up on feeding guidelines before assisting individuals and offered many helpful suggestions at staff meetings. CLS-W Staff was very appreciative of her efforts and her passion to be helpful. They wanted to express their appreciation by nominating her for a Blesher Award which was presented on Oct. 7th at the CLS-W facility.

Through her actions Angie exemplifies each of the 6 Unifying Principals of The Arc of Delaware County: Those We Serve Come First, Commit to Excellence, Be Dedicated, Employee Satisfaction, Communicate Effectively and Be Innovative.

Congratulations Angie!