Lindsay the Intern Is Back!

(We are delighted and honored that our Intern Lindsay, from the winter term, has elected to return to ShelterCare for her senior year internship. Welcome back Lindsay!)

After some time away, I am grateful to announce that I will be interning with ShelterCare for two more terms.

 Over the past year, I have navigated the human service world, infiltrating different agencies and growing both personally and professionally within their unique environments. As a Family and Human Services senior, my goal is to step back into my old interning shoes and use my newly acquired skills and knowledge to satisfy a need of one of my past agencies. I never thought I would say this, but unfortunately all three of my past experiences were fulfilling and positive. The decision to go with ShelterCare was one of thought and debate, but ultimately I knew I would be happiest here.

 My original inclination was to help plan a fundraising event as I worked closely with the development staff during my last stint as intern. My only hesitation in this endeavor was the lack of opportunity to work directly with the clients of ShelterCare’s many programs. The prospect of planning a fundraiser while somehow including clients from 11 different programs, many of which have their own lives and priorities (surely my senior project ranking last on the list), seemed insurmountable. However, all was not lost. Because of my strong preference to work with clients, I was presented with the challenging opportunity to teach a life skills class at Uhlhorn, ShelterCare's program serving people with Acquired Brain Injuries. I excitedly accepted, not quite sure how I would pull it off.

 Now, here I am, starting my journey once again. Throughout this experience I will have to answer many questions about my own integrity and leadership abilities, as well as derive concrete activities, concepts, and information in order to aid in the client’s quest for independence. I know I will have support from many angles, but it’s really on me. I will be posting about my experiences weekly, hopefully giving an accurate portrayal of the clients’ hardships and achievements, while shedding light on the invaluable work of human service workers.