Client CORNER

2014

THE

December

Tired of his hands hurting from assembling

washers for a Townsend Design project,

Packaging Client Fausto Augustin searched

for a way to improve the process. After

many attempts to find a tool to better the

method, Fausto finally found the key to

his search right in front of him. Fausto as-

certained that if he used the plastic insert

from the roll of washers, it would ease his

aching hands. “The plastic insert has a hole

that works great to snap the pieces of the

washer together,” said Fausto while ex-

plaining the process. “It’s really easy

now.” The new method has increased

productivity among the Clients that are

assigned to the job. “People hated doing

the job before because it hurt their hands,”

said Supervisor Nicole Ortiz-Velez. “Now

everybody loves the job.” Client Nancy

Butchko reiterated Nicole’s statement,

“My hands don’t hurt anymore. Thank

you Augie (Fausto’s nickname).” The new

invention not only alleviates sore hands, it

also increases accuracy! According to Ni-

cole, “The washers were not always fas-

tened properly because people weren’t

able to apply the right amount of pressure

to snap them together. Because of Fausto’s

invention, all of the Clients can accurately

assemble the washers.” The new technique

will be utilized by the Access Now depart-

ment as well when they are working on

the Townsend job. The BARC Team wish-

es to thank Fausto for his innovative

technique!

An Innovative Idea

MARK

(Access Now)

NEW FACES

at BARC

AMY

(Access Now)

JARED

(BRS)

DAVID

(Packaging)

FELIX

(Access Now)

ALYSSA

(KRVCIP)

ENRIQUE

(Packaging)

Workers from Kelly Management brought

BRS team (Truck 1109) a cookie platter on

Friday, November 21, 2014 in apprecia-

tion of all their hard work. The BRS team

goes to the business every Tuesday to

collect comingled recycling from the blue

bins. Kelly Management says the BRS

team does a wonderful job every time

they come out. The team had a small

cookie party in Client Coordinator

Kenny’s office when they returned to the

BARC Campus after finishing out their

day. BARC wishes to thank the BRS team

for always providing exceptional service

with a smile. You make us proud!

Excellent Customer Service!!

UPCOMING HOLIDAYS

December 24 - Day before Christmas

December 25 - Christmas Day

December 26 - Day after Christmas

January 1 - New Year’s Day

January 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

* Supported Employment Holidays may

differ from those above. Please check

with your supervisor to ensure that you

are not scheduled to work!

CLIENT

SPOTLIGHT

SHAWNDRA VISAGE

Access Now

How long at BARC: 1.5 YEARS

Work Site: ACCESS NOW

Birth Place: BAKERSFIELD, CA

Raised: BAKERSFIELD, CA

Most Outrageous Thing I Have Done in my Life: I WENT BUNGEE

JUMPING AT THE FAIR

Personal Goal: LEARN TO

BECOME A SINGER

Something Few People at BARC

Know About Me: I HAVE 5 DOGS

What I enjoy most about BARC:

EARNING A LOT OF MONEY

If you could meet one famous per-son past or present, who would it

be: JUSTIN BIEBER

FAVORITES

Food: SPAGHETTI

Sports Team: MIAMI DOLPHINS

Musician or Group: JUSTIN BIEBER

Color: PINK

TV Show: BUFFY THE VAMPIRE

SLAYER

Movie: QUEEN OF THE DAMNED

Dream Vacation Spot:

DISNEY WORLD

Holiday Dance

December 19, 2014

12:30 - 2:30 pm

“I love BARC! I love my friends, the Clients and

Staff!” - Anita Rojas

What Staff and Clients are saying about BARC!

“I love the Clients!

They amaze me

everyday with the

things they can

accomplish and the

quality of their work!”

- Sharon Lusk

Seeking Cookie and other Dessert Donations!

Items can be dropped off in the pantry from December 15-18th!

People First of Kern County’s 9th Self-Advocacy Confer-

ence took place on November 21, 2014 at the Double-

Tree Hotel in Bakersfield. There were over 100 self-

advocates in attendance some coming from as far as

Sacramento. Attendees were able to choose between

numerous breakout sessions that addressed topics such as

Abuse, Nutrition, and creating your own People First

Chapter. Past People First of California Chairman Joe

Meadours gave a compelling keynote speech at the start

of the conference. A light and refreshing box lunch and

fantastic tri-tip Dinner were provided and served with

excellence by the DoubleTree staff. A dance ended the

evening with music provided by DJ Ru. Self-Advocates

were also able to capture their dance memories at a fun

photo booth. Thanks to the conference committee for a

fun and informative time!!

PEOPLE FIRST OF KERN COUNTY CONFERENCE

Show off Your holiday cheer!!!

Winter Holiday t-shirts are now on sale at the BARC Print

Shoppe!!! You can order your shirt in the BARC Print

Shoppe from December 1-16, 2014!

Shirt color is dependent on the logo you choose. Color

options are Black, Red, Hunter Green, Natural, Brown and

White!

Pricing options:

Multi Colored Graphic

Small—X-Large $12.00

Single Colored Graphic

Small - X-Large $9.00

2X-Large –4X-Large add

$3.00 Extra

BARC Karaoke

January 7, 2015

Lunch Times

BARC Campus

Get ready to show off your singing skills to all your

friends! Have a song you’re dying to sing? Want to

serenade that special someone? Then sign up for

Karaoke. Karaoke will take place during your normally

scheduled lunch times!

Universal Studios and

Hollywood Walk of Fame

$250 per person

February 21-22, 2015

Hollywood, CA

Enjoy a day of fun and movie magic at Universal Studios

Hollywood. After an exhilarating day at Universal

Studios, we’ll spend the night down south and rest up for

our next day of fun at the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Cost includes transportation from BARC, admission to

Universal Studios and hotel accommodations. Please

bring extra money for food and souvenirs.

Reservation and $125 Deposit Deadline: December

23, 2014.

Las Vegas

$550 per person

March 15-19, 2015

Las Vegas, NV

Join BARC as we head to Sin City. Gamble the night

away or shop ‘til you drop. Not a huge spender? Enjoy

the lights of Vegas at night and take in some of the many

free shows and attractions about the town. Don’t forget

to save some time because we’ll also enjoy a visit to Red

Rock Canyon. Cost includes hotel accommodations,

transportation, meals and admission to all attractions!

Reservation and $150 Deposit Deadline: December

23, 2014.

Keep an eye out for more information about these

exciting upcoming trips in future newsletters!

April - BARC Prom 2015: Mardi Gras in Moonlight

May - Day Trip to the Los Angeles Zoo

November - Disneyland & Knott’s Berry Farm

If you have any questions or would like to sign up

for a trip, please contact Jeremiah Heitman at

(661) 834-2272 or jheitman@barc-inc.org

BARC will be taking a cruise to the Bahamas in

October of 2015! We will also visit thrilling

theme parks in Orlando. Pricing for the trip is

$2,000. More information about the trip is

coming soon!!!

Caught on Camera!

Jeremiah (left) ziplining in Hilo, Hawaii.

Gabriel, Tami, & Noe (above) hanging

out at Red Rock Canyon in Las Vegas!