My involvement with MK Safetynet grew from a friendship with Bev Shellrude Thompson and from relationships with other survivors, close friends who have fought to take back their lives.

I grew up in southwestern Ontario in Canada. I am 55, married to Rodney. I have a son, Jordan who is married to Jen and a daughter, Suzanne in university. I presently work with a non-profit housing corporation that manages rent-geared-to-income apartments/homes. I assist the residents to access different community resources, mediate neighborhood disputes and plan
building meetings for our residents. To my surprise, I am celebrated in this government organization. Before this, I worked with various organizations and had a small business of my own.

I always feel I am a bit of an odd ball, that I see things from a different perspective than most people. I was at one time dictated by fear in my life and now I usually like the challenge of overcoming new fears. I find it interesting that I am energized when I work with people who are working on overcoming their fears as well. I am honored that they entrust me to support them in their journey. I believe that I am here for MKSN and MKSN is here for me in the now so that I can continue my journey of change.

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