THANKING COURTNEY

Courtney is a problem solver. After a successful 20-year management career in a residential substance abuse setting, she had the insight and courage to scale down her work life to find balance with her family life. But her career did not suffer. She started working at the AFC part-time in 2023, and now focuses her talents on helping clients find stability.

Courtney works collaboratively with clients to clarify housing goals, asking: Where would you most like to live? And how would you maintain that situation long-term? Then she surveys the big picture, noting the skills and knowledge the client already brings to the table, the personal challenges they face, and assessing how community resources could support a plan based on actionable steps.

Known as a mama bear, Courtney excels at helping others navigate through tricky situations. She works with her case managers to solve challenging client circumstances, offering new perspectives and novel ideas. Recently during a staff meeting, she noticed a client being pulled over by the police right outside our window. Courtney leaped up, and dashed across the street to lend support, making sure the situation would not escalate.

Michael Jordan is famous for stating, "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen." Courtney is an all-star player at the AFC, making it happen with her invincible spirit to motivate and lift people to the next level. 

While we’re sad to see her go, we’re so grateful for Courtney’s time at AFC, and wishing her well in the next stage of life!
Written by Nicole Donovan