NHTC Relay for Life Rummage Sale

The NHTC Relay for Life team will hold a rummage sale on

Saturday, May 26 from 10:00 a.m-4:00 p.m.

in the training center lunch room.  (625 Harvard Street)

Stop by and shop for those treasures.......

Kristin Foerster Represents South Dakota in National DSP Contest

On May 8, the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) recognized Kristin Foerster of Northern Hills Training Center in Spearfish as the 2012 Direct Support Professional of the Year for South Dakota. “Northern Hills Training Center is proud of Kristin’s recognition. This honor is a reflection of Kristin’s commitment to supporting people with disabilities and the quality of services provided by Northern Hills Training Center,” said Fred Romkema, CEO.

“DSPs are an essential element of the social and economic life in communities throughout the country,” says Wendy Sokol, president of ANCOR. “It is important that we recognize these individuals, like Kristin who give so much every day to our families, our friends, our neighbors.” 

Kristin receives her award from Wendy Sokol, ANCOR President

Congratulations April Blue Diamond Winner

Congratulations to Harumi Klapperich, Direct Support Professional at Cypress Suites.

Nominees included: 

Keri D., Darcy B., Brook Mc., Terri O., Collette A. and Nicole H. 

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL NOMINEES!!

(People First members presenting at the Hickory House)

                  HOW IS NHTC INVOLVED IN THE SPEARFISH COMMUNITY???

• People First exists to create a self-directed, supportive community for adults with developmental disabilities.  People First members are available for presentations on Dignity and Respect, and language and its effect on people with disabilities. 
• NHTC staff are involved in the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, Spearfish Kiwanis, and Spearfish Optimist clubs. 
• A number of people supported volunteer their time at the Western Hills Humane Society by playing with kittens, walking dogs and cleaning the kennel areas.
• NHTC crews, working through the Adopt-A-Highway program, are responsible for road clean-up on a 1/4 mile section of Tinton Road.
• NHTC has volunteers who assist with planting, weeding, watering and moving plants at the City of Spearfish flower garden.
• Meals-on-Wheels benefits from NHTC involvement through the delivery of meals on Wednesdays and Thursdays.    These meals are delivered to homebound seniors in Spearfish.
• Treasure Island, the NHTC thrift store, accepts donations from the community.  Clothing is shared with those in need at the VA and the reservations.  Winter clothing is shared with the schools.  Torn blankets are given to the Western Hills Humane Society for use in kennels.     
• Cleaning crews for the Spearfish city park bathrooms, homes and businesses.
• Tinton Program recycles aluminum and accepts community recycables.
• Northern Hills Training Center hosts an annual Chili Feed in October  and a Blood Drive in November.