[humanser] Human Services Board Elections and more...

[Dr. Mary Chappell]

Michael,
Thanks for the acknowledgement but, the truth of the matter is that every
one on this list is power-packed. I trust that our scholarship winners will
definitely sieze the moments as this opportunity to attend the convention
seizes each of them. It was my own scholarship award that exposed me to the
Federation and life on my terms. I think the division is a breeding ground
for brilliance. My hope continues to be that we allow that brilliance to
shine beyond the Federation. The masses should be aware of this.  
Wishing the most...
Mary
-----Original Message-----
From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Michael
Abell via humanser
Sent: Monday, June 22, 2015 2:59 PM
To: 'Human Services Division Mailing List'
Cc: Michael Abell
Subject: Re: [humanser] Human Services Board Elections and more...

WOW!
	I am ever impressed with the work that the individuals on this list
do and the work that they perform. My life is richer and I am revived
through the spirit of striving that is expressed by those that participate.
I am incredibly humbled and proud to know all of you!
	Thank you Mary for sharing your experience and knowledge with us
all. Your experiences speak volumes of the tenacious effort and brilliance
that you possess. I look forward to gleaning from your gifts!

Humbly,

Michael "Big Dog" Abell

-----Original Message-----
From: humanser [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Dr. Mary
Chappell via humanser
Sent: Monday, June 22, 2015 8:21 AM
To: 'Human Services Division Mailing List'; 'Merry Schoch'
Cc: Dr. Mary Chappell
Subject: [humanser] Human Services Board Elections and more...

All,

As the 75th Annual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind draws
nearer and I become more aware of my absence I want to wish each of you who
will be fortunate enough to attend  the most. I encourage you to splurge in
the experience pool.  No where else in the world will you have so much
access and opportunity. I am both envious and excited for you. I am sorry
that I will not get the chance to meet and interact with everyone.

I continue to have an interest in a board position. Most specifically, that
of board member as I believe my life experiences may bring   added value to
the division. I am currently the Program Coordinator of Psychotherapeutic
Services for the Behavioral Health Division at The George Washington
University Hospital in Washington DC. We are an acute service training
hospital with 380 beds. I am based on the inpatient Adult Psychiatric unit
and provide psychotherapy, diagnostic and assessment services and oversight
to patients throughout the hospital.  I supervise a training cohort that
includes medical students, psychology doctoral candidates, social work
interns, art therapy interns, and trainees from the broadest array of
disciplines who may interact with our mental/behavior health component of
healing. I use the group modality as a large component of my therapy and
consultation intervention. work directly with  patients and families in the
care continuum. I am experientially close to our trainees as I just
completed my doctorate in 2012. That said, I am continuing to grow and
develop in my profession and my blindness. I lost my sight in adulthood and
am learning things as I grow through my process of reinventing myself.  

I  thought it may be helpful to share a bit to help the division know me a
little better. I am hoping to get to know you all better as we work
together.

Have a terrific time in Florida and enjoy your convention experience.

Genuinely,

Mary Tatum Chappell

_______________________________________________
humanser mailing list
humanser at nfbnet.org
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/humanser_nfbnet.org
To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
humanser:
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/humanser_nfbnet.org/bigdog4744%40gmail.com


_______________________________________________
humanser mailing list
humanser at nfbnet.org
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/humanser_nfbnet.org
To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
humanser:
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/humanser_nfbnet.org/mtc5%40cox.net