Napfle — April - June 2010

Apr 1, 2010

July 28, 2010

Dear Napfle Team Members,

When referring to a Team of Teams one would assume that this refers to a Championship team. But what makes a team a championship team? Many championship teams have the following common characteristics: have a steadfast belief in each other, promote honest communication, have a satisfaction with their position on the team, possess openness toward coaching input, establish clear goals and outcomes, show unity and courage and pay attention to detail. Kim Williams in her Team of the Quarter nomination letter hails Napfle as the Team of Teams for all these reasons and more!
In November, 2008, two gentlemen were transitioning out of a restrictive institution, where they lived for 19 years, to be supported in the community by SPIN. Marc and Terry had unique and challenging needs and we needed right fit staff to provide the best services and supports for this dynamic duo. This hand selected team attended numerous trainings on Autism, met the challenges with optimism and committed individually and as a team to implement person centered supports for Marc and Terry. Kim states in her letter "you can see the transformation Marc and Terry have made knowing that the team is here to support them in all aspects of their lives and that this structure is not temporary, it's home." Each member of this team demonstrates their loyalty to Marc and Terry and each other during hectic days by keeping the atmosphere fun and providing consistent, caring support. The guys are enjoying outings, vacations, and other interests that support their achievement of their personal outcomes. 

It is our pleasure to recognize this wonderful Napfle team including Joseph Mitchell, Karey Windley, Emmitt Brayboy, Kenneth Gales, Eric Hairston, John Sawbo, Jarvee Finney and Dominic Wonokay.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, the SPIN workforce and most importantly, Marc and Terry, thank you for being a Team of Teams that is by all means a Championship Team and because of your hard work and dedication, everyone is a winner. 

Sincerely, 

Judith R. Dotzman
Corporate Officer, Professional Development