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Entrust employees think Entrust is a GREAT PLACE TO WORK. And we think our employees are the greatest! Check out the whole story at: https://loom.ly/eRauWMU

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CONGRATULATIONS! A new baby girl for Sunnyside Case Mgr, JORDAN RODRIGUEZ!

Still no dinner plans for tonight? Join me at Yakima Five Guys (5-7pm)

ENTRUST OBSERVES JUNETEENTH TO HONOR FREEDOM FOR ALL.

Juneteenth is a federal holiday recognizing June 19, 1865, when the last slaves in the United States learned they were free. Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the Emancipation Proclamation that had been enacted in 1863.

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How to Celebrate Juneteenth This Year Juneteenth is the day to celebrate Black lives, culture and history. Whether it's hosting a barbecue or buying from Black-owned businesses, here's how to celebrate Juneteenth this year in 15 different ways.

Anish is meeting his goals by volunteering at a local thrift shop. Our "Back-To-Basics" plan is working for Anish...and many others!
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This MEMORIAL DAY we honor our veterans with a personal VIETNAM ERA story from our Communications Director, Deb Sterling. Click to read: https://tinyurl.com/3ybza53s

Am at Five Guys a week early! We had a lucky winner tonight. See you next month!

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Welcome aboard SERENA MARQUEZ!

Serena became our Human Resource Generalist in April. She brings over 20 years of experience – including past positions with Memorial Hospital, Garden Village and Kittitas Valley Hospital. She is close to earning her Human Resource Management/Business Administration degree from Western Governor’s University (WGU). Click to learn more about Serena. https://loom.ly/YEk40sA

IT WAS A MAGICAL YEAR! Click link below to view our 90 second Annual Report. https://entrustcs.org/news-events/it-was-a-magical-year

https://scoop.upworthy.com/husband-builds-custom-bike-chair-for-wife-with-alzheimers

Man builds a custom 'bike chair' for wife with Alzheimer's so they can continue riding together "She has done so much for me over all of these years. Now she can't but I can, and I can return her love. And it's a love that, to me, means I can do everything for her," the doting husband said.

Meet Camren! Despite this being his inaugural year in Unified Robotics, his enthusiasm for the sport knows no bounds. His love of travel and passion for building and coding his team’s robots spur him on, and his enthusiasm inspires everyone around him. When Camren’s not battling it out in the ring, he can be found in his backyard, digging for lost treasure hidden by his grandfather for him to discover!

Through the support of volunteers and donors, Special Olympics Washington transforms the lives of more than 11,900 participants each year. Learn more: specialolympicswashington.org

Hanging with Kyle and my other buds at FIVE GUYS, YAKIMA. You still have an hour to come visit during our "15% Fundraiser" and score some FREE CANDY!

Come join us for a burger and fries!

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Connecting with other caregivers who understand the weight of the responsibility can make a big difference. For more caregiver resources read our story here: https://www.king5.com/article/sponsor-story/caring-for-caregivers-prioritizing-mental-health-emotional-well-being/281-235a86d0-5ec6-4bd9-8efd-e9c889c3c248

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED 🤝
Nothing About Us Without Us is now state law.

The push to pass what became HB 1541 started 4 years ago, and grew stronger every year. The idea? If the state sets up groups or task forces to advise it on policy-making, people with direct, lived experience with the matter should be included, especially if they are from traditionally underrepresented groups.

CONGRATULATIONS to all of the advocates who worked on this issue. THANK YOU Rep. Darya Farivar for steering this through and sponsoring 1541, and Representative Gerry Pollet for initiating an earlier bill.

Thanks also to all of the King County legislators who cosponsored HB 1541:
Rep. Jamila Taylor, Rep. Chipalo Street, Representative My-Linh Thai, Rep. Julia Reed, Representative Lauren Davis, Rep. Emily Alvarado, Representative Cindy Ryu, Rep. Tina Orwall, Representative David Hackney, Rep. Steve Bergquist, Rep. Amy Walen, Representative Liz Berry, Representative Roger Goodman, Representative Mia Su-Ling Gregerson, Representative Shelley Kloba, Representative Nicole Macri, Representative Davina Duerr

As well as its Senate companion, SB 5616:
Sen. Javier Valdez, Senator Noel Frame, State Senator Bob Hasegawa, Sen. Patty Kuderer, Sen. Joe Nguyen, Sen. Derek Stanford, Sen. Claire Wilson

This World Autism Month, we ask you to

Having a great time at FIVE GUYS!

JOIN ME FOR A BURGER! Thursday, March 28, 5:00-7:00pm. Five Guys on 1st St, Yakima (15% of your purchase is donated to ENTRUST!) Drop by and surprise me. :-) Thanks, Deb

Congratulations to Entrust Community Services CEO, Tom Gaulke, for a standing-room-only crowd in Hawaii!

Come and join me at Five-Guys! Deb :-)

Some of the AWESOME folks we served in 2023!!!!

“Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.” — Helen Keller

We’d like to take a moment to thank our clients, families, staff, community partners, board members, and donors for coming together to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities throughout Central and Eastern Washington. We are humbled each day by your dedication, commitment, and support. Happy Holidays!