Lynda Tache has been selected as the Christopher Smith Foundation’s July Caregiver of the Month. In addition to being the mother of an adult son with autism, she has devoted her career to the disability community. Throughout her career Lynda opened the doors to Grant a Gift Autism Foundation and played in integral role in [...]
Meet Lauren, our May Caregiver of the Month! We decided to give our supporters a closer look into the world of a caregiver. For some, it’s a life they choose. For others, it’s not. Regardless, the challenges are many, but so are the joys. Here’s what Lauren had to say. 1. How has caring for [...]
The Christopher Smith Foundation is excited to announce our June #CaregiverOfTheMonth. Alexandra and Daniel have been given this recognition for their complete dedication to daughter Milana. Milana has challenges due to autism and a rare and severe form of epilepsy which required her dad to leave his job and become her fulltime caregiver. Both parents are [...]
We are absolutely thrilled to announce Sonny B. as the Christopher Smith Foundation April Caregiver of the Month! Last month, Sonny was presented his certificate and caregiver appreciation gift by Jason Smith, Co-Founder of the Christopher Smith Foundation. Sonny says, "I love my work as a caregiver. I enjoy working one on one with individuals [...]
A Love Letter. A tribute to a special son. It is hard to believe that 3 years have gone by since my special angel Christopher left us all to take his place in heaven. There isn’t a day, an hour, a moment that goes by that I don’t feel his presence and miss him so [...]
Announcing Our March Caregiver of the Month, Mindy R. Mindy is a grandmother who cares for her three grandchildren, each of which have special needs. Mindy took full guardianship of the three girls when they were still toddlers. Just getting ready to enjoy her life as a retired special education teacher, Mindy received the [...]
5 Caregiver Questions with Kristin We decided to give our supporters a closer look into the world of a caregiver. For some, it’s a life they choose. For others, it’s not. Regardless, the challenges are many, but so are the joys. Here’s what Kristin, our February Caregiver of the Month, had to say. Question 1: How [...]
Mother and Disability Advocate Recognized as Caregiver of the Month So many people are deserving of recognition of their caregiving activities for their family members and countless other people with disabilities throughout our state. The Christopher Smith Foundation recently acknowledged Regina Daniel for her role as the caregiver of her son, Reginald, 31, as well [...]
Chrissy Costanza: Not Your Everyday Caregiver Pretty much everyone who gets nominated for a Christopher Smith Foundation caregiver award is deserving of recognition. But few have a story like Chrissy Costanza, who provides care for her brother and her elderly father as well, while dealing with her own disabilities. Chrissy’s brother is Joey Costanza, who [...]
Cindy Pimentel Receives CSF Caregiver of the Month Award A valued member of the Chrysalis support team, Cindy is noted for bringing a positive attitude to the group home she manages, and for giving special passionate effort to help each individual in her care when it’s needed. Her communication, manager training skills, and willingness to [...]
