Jeanette Weston, Author at Albertina Kerr

Notes From Kerr’s CEO

Dear Friend of Kerr, As summer winds down, I’m excited to share important updates about Kerr’s growing impact—made possible by your support. In our residential youth homes, staff are preparing young people for a successful return to school. This year, six of the youth...

Soren’s Success at Seed to Table

At Albertina Kerr, meaningful employment opens doors to connection, confidence, and community. For Soren, those doors opened at Seed to Table in Sisters, Oregon — where he’s thriving as a valued member of the farm team. Soren is known for his quick smile, his...

Notes From Kerr’s CEO

Dear Friend of Kerr, July is a meaningful month at Albertina Kerr. It marks the start of a new fiscal year, the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Disability Pride Month—a time to celebrate the strength, diversity, and contributions of...

Meet Debbie: Kerr’s New Peer Support Advocate

Debbie Morris knows the power of speaking up — for herself and others. Her advocacy began with the People First movement, where she helped push for accessibility improvements, including curb cuts in her neighborhood. “I have done a lot of speaking for myself and...

Dream Trip to Las Vegas: A Journey Years in the Making

When Charisann, who lives in a Kerr group home, finally boarded a plane for Las Vegas, it marked the realization of a dream that had been years in the making. She had been eagerly anticipating this trip since before the pandemic, and when the moment finally arrived,...

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