From Supporter to Case Manager
“I truly believe that God knew long ago that this is where I should be.” -Lisa Guess
I have donated clothing and household goods to the HPC Hillcrest store for the 12 years I have lived in Platte City. I didn’t know much about the program during that time, but I always heard great things. I didn’t understand how meaningful and helpful this program is to people until I accepted and have just begun to learn my new job. I am so grateful for all of the people in our community who have held up and supported the needs of this program through the years. And I am so honored to be a part of it.
Role at HPC: Case Manager, Young Adult Housing, Platte City
In my new role, I will connect, orient, and mentor young adults through a safe transitional living environment at our north campus location in Platte City. This will involve weekly case management meetings, budget planning, life skills classes, and monitoring of the participants’ weekly goals and progress.
My first day of training was Tuesday, October 5th, 2021! I did lots of training and listening the first week. This week, I have already placed two students at our Platte City location with the one who was already moved in the week before. So, I now have three young adults at the Platte City location. And a fourth one is moving in next week!
Transitioning from Supporter to Case Manager
I truly believe that God knew long ago that this is where I should be, so I give him all the glory and praise for connecting me with this ministry. God used my friend, Karen Wagoner, to introduce me to the idea of being a case manager. After a few conversations with other employees, I felt confident it was the right job for me!
Lisa’s Background
I recently retired from 29 years of teaching. I served as a middle school library media specialist…17 years in the Pattonville School District in St. Louis and 12 years in the Smithville School District. I am married to my husband Paul and have two sons.
Did you know?
Since HPC began Young Adult Housing in 2017, countless young adults have transformed their lives by graduating from the program.
Here is how to help:
- Shop at our Hillcrest Thrift Shops.
- Donate items to our Hillcrest Thrift Shops.
- Donate your time and volunteer at the Hillcrest Thrift Shops.
- Make a monetary contribution.
