“I am so happy I have a great attendant. She takes me out in the community every week, and I get to do so many fun things with her. She takes me shopping, bowling, and helps me buy all the stuff I need to make homemade food at home for my husband.” – Crystal, Westmoreland County
Diana’s New Beginning
Diana has been receiving In-Home and Community Supports from accessAbilities since 2017, and this year marked a significant milestone in her life: moving into a new apartment in Greensburg.
With the help of her amazing care team, Diana’s transition was seamless. Staff assisted with every step, from touring apartments and signing the lease to packing, unpacking, and transferring utilities. They even helped update her ID and move her Meals on Wheels delivery, so nothing was overlooked.
Diana shared that this move would not have been possible without “all of her girls” at accessAbilities. She is now settled and happy in her new home, with a caring team that includes Bethany, Lisa, Alice, Jennie, Taylor, and Supervisor Jenn, who make sure all her health and safety needs are met every day.
A special thank-you to Jennie for donating a beautiful table and chair set for Diana’s kitchen! It’s now her favorite spot for meals and daily routines. 💙
Recently, Diana attended accessAbilities’ “Independence Day” celebration, where she enjoyed the festivities and spent time socializing with friends and staff. Events like these are just one more way her care team helps her stay connected and active in the community.
Stacey Hayes
Stacey Hayes
Why did you choose to work in this field?
My grandmother had a son with special needs and I became interested in helping people with disabilities. I have found it to be a very rewarding career.
What do you like about working with accessAbilities clients?
I enjoy taking the clients out into the community. The businesses and residents are always friendly to the clients and make them feel welcomed when participating in local activities and events.
What are your interests and hobbies?
I enjoy spending time with my family, vacations, swimming, shopping and getting my nails done.
Stacy has worked for accessAbilities for over three years. She lives in the Mountain View area with her three children and their Yorkie named Bella.
Pamela A. Turner
Pamela A. Turner
Why did you choose to work in this field?
It’s my passion. I love working with all people, especially those with a need.
What do you like about working with accessAbilities clients?
I find my clients are interesting with their life situations. I want to make their lives more meaningful and productive. I want to give them contentment.
What are your interests and hobbies?
Some activities I enjoy are bowling, taking walks, biking, gardening, playing games and cards.
Pamela has worked for accessAbilities as a personal caregiver for 13 years.
Kylie Mulnix
Kylie Mulnix
Why did you choose to work in this field?
I chose this field because I like helping people. It is important to me to be a part of insuring someone’s well‑being while helping them maintain their independence.
What do you like about working with accessAbilities clients?
This is not just another job. Everyone is unique and there is something new every day. I like problem solving with my participants. I am learning so much.
What are your interests and hobbies?
I enjoy painting, drawing and making jewelry. I also enjoy music as a way to relieve stress and help me become centered. My favorite past-time is shopping with my grandmother Patty.
Kylie has worked for accessAbilities for six months. She is a Junior at Seton Hill University working towards her degree in Art Education.
Jozzie Stonebraker
Jozzie Stonebraker
Why did you choose to work in this field?
My experience as a combat medic help me realize how much I really enjoyed caring for others. I considered nursing school, but was not able to enroll at that time.
What do you like about working with accessAbilities clients?
I really like the one-on-one relationship in a home‑care environment. The participants are easy to get along with and make me feel welcome - it doesn’t feel like a job. accessAbilities has great benefits and flexible scheduling.
What are your interests and hobbies?
I enjoy outdoor activities like biking, hiking, fishing and children’s events. I still have an interest pursuing nursing school in the future.
Jozzie has worked with accessAbilities for two years. She is a mother of three and served in the United States Army as a combat medic.
