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Cincinnati 311 Community Responders Surprise Lighthouse Youth & Family Service Client
During the May CIT class, Joe Wagoner shadowed Case Manager Jim Cira at Lighthouse Youth & Family Services. While there, he met a client who uses music-specifically playing the guitar- as a coping mechanism. The client was struggling because his guitar was broken.
The following day, Wagoner emailed Cira. "Since yesterday it's been really heavy on my heart about how amazing [your client] seems to be doing with the help from Lighthouse! To help support him and to show him that there are people out here who care, can I or would it be ok if I got him a new guitar and surprise him with it. If not, I understand. I'm not sure if it will interfere with anything you all are teaching him to like to save up, etc."
It was decided that the client could use more positive male role models in his life and a plan was put into action.
On June 5th, led by Joe Wagoner, the 311 Community Responders presented the client at Lighthouse Youth & Family Services with a new guitar, amp, and stand.
We love seeing the strong partnerships, meaningful relationships, and collaborative efforts that continue to make a positive impact throughout Hamilton County!
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