By Gary Hume | Nov 19, 2015
As a part of the Treehouse Intergenerational Community, I share my experience and talents in a many ways. I live in a multigenerational, planned neighborhood in Easthampton, Massachusetts where families who have adopted children, or families caring for foster...
By Gary Hume | Nov 19, 2015
In my encore, I work with a number of social purpose organizations including The Red Cross, Oregon Public Broadcasting, Oregon Food Bank, and Oregon FIRST Robotics. I was motivated to become involved in this type of work by being brought up to give back to the...
By Gary Hume | Nov 10, 2015
I was a Big Sister with the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization from 2008 through 2015. I had the pleasure of becoming a friend to my Little Brother as we explored and experienced different activities – from a simple breakfast at IHOP to an evening on the town...
By Gary Hume | Nov 10, 2015
When I was 28 years old, I came to the United States from Colombia in South America with big dreams. With patience, a lot of classes and an American husband, I learned the English language with what some say is a charming accent. My dream of getting a college degree...
By Gary Hume | Nov 10, 2015
I am a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) and I serve children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse and neglect. As a CASA, I help my child to succeed in school with his or her proper individual education program. Often the children need...
