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LifeWays Annual Celebration 2017

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Thursday, 08 June 2017

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Segue, Inc. is proud of all consumers and staff, and we are delighted to celebrate four very important people who have been recognized by LifeWays at their 2017 Annual Celebration last month.

Courage to Fight Back

This honor is awarded to a person who has demonstrated extraordinary courage in breaking barriers, overcoming obstacles, and motivating others. Nominated by Kim Monahan-Crabtree, Curtis L. has been a model of bravery in his journey. Congratulations, Curtis!

Curtis L. with his certificate

Curtis L. with his certificate

Spirit of Hope Award

Both winners, Kris M., who was nominated by Susan Allan, and runner-up, Heather L., nominated by Mike Jackson were honored with the Spirit of Hope award. Kris and Heather have been able to keep the spirit of hope alive, regardless of the obstacles that may stand in their way. Thank you for being an inspiration to us all!

Kris M. with his award

Kris M. with his award

Heather L. models with her certificate

Heather L. models with her certificate

Strategic Partnership Award

Chief Executive Officer of Segue, Inc., Diane Reynolds, received the Strategic Partnership Award. Diane is the chairperson for the Citizens for Mental Health Committee, a grassroots movement who worked to pass the Mental Health Millage in Jackson. Her hard work and successful partnerships paid off when the vote to increase funds to provide mental health services for uninsured and under-insured individuals through the public mental health system passed last month! Congratulations, Diane!

Diane Reynolds and Segue staff show off their support for Citizens for Mental Health

Diane Reynolds and Segue staff show off their support for Citizens for Mental Health

From all of us at Segue, Inc., congratulations! We appreciate your courage and perseverance! You are truly ‘Making a Difference’!

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LifeWays Annual Celebration 2017

Segue, Inc. is proud of all consumers and staff, and we are delighted to celebrate four very important people who have been recognized by LifeWays at their 2017 Annual Celebration last month.

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LifeWays Annual Celebration 2017

Courage to Fight Back

Spirit of Hope Award

Strategic Partnership Award

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