MEET THE STAFF
 Dorothy Anello, Program Manager
danello@avocatesforaccess.com
Dorothy holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood special education
from St. Ambrose University and is currently completing her master's degree in special education. Prior to joining the staff of Advocates for Access in April of 2006, Dorothy was a special education teacher. She is a member of the Central Illinois Transition Planning Committee, the Tri-County Autism Steering Committee, Youth Council, and the Youth Service Network Panel.
 Jack Baize, Personal Assistant Coordinator
jbaize@advocatesforaccess.com
Jack has been with Advocates for Access since November 2006. He is a retired Police Officer. During his career, Jack served as a Field Training Officer/ Trainer where he also trained other Field Trainers. Included in Jack’s educational background is the Instructor/ Trainer Enhancement course through Northwestern University. Prior to being a Police Officer, Jack was a Paramedic for 10 years in Peoria. During that time he was also a Paramedic Field Trainer. He enjoys conducting the training of our Personal Assistants. Jack is a member and officer of the Masonic Lodge in Peoria Heights. He has served as a member of the Community Institutional Review Board through the University of Illinois School of Medicine/ Peoria Campus. As is evident, Jack is dedicated to the service of those in need and the training of those who have a desire to provide service and assistance to others.
 Wendy Colton, Reintegration/Homeownership Coordinator
wcolton@advocatesforaccess.com
Wendy recently moved to the Peoria area with her husband and two dogs. She has worked the last four years for an attorney’s office dealing primarily with real estate and prior to that worked for a financial services company. She is a welcome addition to the Independent Living Team and is excited to assist with the housing and community reintegration programs.
 Tiffany Denniston, Office Manager
tdenniston@advocatesforaccess.com
Since July of 2003, Tiffany has held the position of Office Manager. She works hand in hand with Melody on all the budgets and finances. Her work experience has made Tiffany the person she is today. Tiffany is very involved with her youth group, ladies and children's ministries at her church. Tiffany is a cheerful addition to the
Advocates for Access staff and her vision for providing the best services for people with disabilities remains strong.
 Tammy Helm, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocate
thelm@advocatesforaccess.com
Tammy has been with Advocates for Access since August 2002. She is a NAD certified sign language interpreter, a staff liaison of the Advocates for Access Deaf Advisory Committee (DAC) and is on the Mayor's Advisory Committee for persons with disabilities in Tazewell County. Working with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities to empower them to advocate for themselves and live independently is her passion.
 Shirley Wells, Community Reintegration & Direct Services Specialist
swells@advocatesforaccess.com
Shirley has been at the center providing direct services since 1994. She has a long history of making a difference in the disabled community. Shirley is a Certified Housing Counselor and advocates for affordable accessible housing in the community. She currently serves on PARC’s Human Rights Board, the Coalition for Mental Health recovery, and the Tazewood Community Service Providers. She is currently serving as our Community Reintegration Coordinator and enjoys assisting people with disabilities move out of nursing homes into an independent life style.
Terri Ralph, Youth Services Coordinator
tralph@advocatesforaccess.com
Rachel Brooks, Community Reintegration Coordinator
rbrooks@advocatesforaccess.com
Stephanie McGinnis, Receptionist
receptionist@advocatesforaccess.com
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