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Taylor Abbott

Taylor Abbott

Overnight Care Staff

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Nutrition | Relationships

“To me being outside is a very relaxing and healing place to be, taking time to ground yourself and experience mother nature is vital to the human experience. Nutrition is also very important, the more you consider what you put in your body the more you practice self-care and invest in a healthy future. Navigating relationships can be hard sometimes, and learning how to surround yourself with good people is also a huge act of self-care. All around, those three to me are special because learning how to harness those points in healthy ways will help anyone grow inside and out and growth is a beautiful thing.”

    

QUOTE

“In my mind, hope is a cornerstone to life. It’s the driving force to keep moving forward, and knowing that even though life can be difficult it can also be beautiful. And I see hope as a means to clear up room in the soul for growth and development.”

DETAILS

  • Specialty: I have a bit of knowledge when it comes to nature/wildlife. I used to work with all sorts of animals at a previous job so fun facts are my specialty.
  • With Northwest Passage since 2021
 

Dawn Albrecht

Dawn Albrecht

Weekend Supervisor

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Relaxation | Relationships | Spirit

“All of these elements touch my heart- RELAXATION, being comfortable in your daily life, SPIRIT, my love for Jesus and His guidance in my daily life, and RELATIONSHIPS, made by earning trust and mutual respect with those I work alongside and the children we work with.”

     

QUOTE

” To me, hope is a wish of what is good and the journey you take to get there.”

DETAILS

  • Education: UW-Eau Claire – BS Psychology, minor in sociology and emphasis on criminal justice; Certified Social Worker
  • With Northwest Passage since 2020
 

Tyler Alexander

Tyler Alexander

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Exercise

“Exercising in nature keeps my mind clear and healthy.”

     

QUOTE

“I hope we all become better individuals with each passing day.”

DETAILS

  • Education: MSU Denver, Bachelor of Science, 2020
  • Special Interests: Juggling and Science
  • With Northwest Passage since 2021
 

Kennady Alseth

Kennady Alseth

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Relationships | Service

“Nature has always played an important role in my everyday life. From hunting and fishing to just taking a walk in the woods I find a lot of peace in doing those things. I think you can learn a lot from being in nature and taking in everything around you and just being present. Service is very important to me because doing things for others doesn’t only make them feel good but it also makes you feel good. Lastly, relationships are very important to me because they are the one thing everyone needs. Having good relationships with the people around you will lead to a happy life and fulfilling life.”

    

QUOTE

“Hope is being able to wake up every day and believe that good things are coming, no matter what circumstance you’re in.”

DETAILS

  • Education: Frederic High School
  • With Northwest Passage since 2021
 

Dr. David Ammend, MD

Dr. David Ammend, MD

Medical Director / Pediatrician

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relationships

“PassageWay to me is about creating a conceptual framework and language to make it easier for NWP staff to guide residents and their families in pursuing lifestyle changes that can lead to improved mental and physical health.  By using a common language, it is simpler to communicate to residents, families, and other involved persons why these lifestyle approaches are important, and to facilitate the continuation of these activities when the resident moves on to a new setting.”

     

PROFILE

“I find that injecting some humor into my day is a great tension reliever. It can make a good day better, and a tough day not so bad. I try to share this with the kids when I see them. For some, it is clearly a bit of a surprise that the DOCTOR is actually someone who will joke with them. Injecting humor into the first visit often makes for a much more relaxed relationship for the duration of their stay with us. And to have the kids throw out a humorous line to me – maybe while just walking past my office – always makes both of us smile.”

DETAILS

  • Specialty: Pediatrician
  • Education: Pediatric Residency; MD; BA, Political Science
  • With Northwest Passage since 1992

Bennett Anderson

Bennett Anderson

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relationships

“The most important things to me in life are wrapped up in these PassageWay Elements.”

    

QUOTE

“Hope is realizing that your story isn’t over yet, and that change is within reach.”

DETAILS

  • Education: Cairn University, BS in Bible – 2008
  • With Northwest Passage since 2020

Jack Armstrong

Jack Armstrong

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Relationships | Service

“I love the outdoors and like to be helpful. I am loyal and honest in all my relationships.”

     

QUOTE

“Hope is opening doors for people to have the opportunity to better themselves.”

DETAILS

  • With Northwest Passage since 2022
 

Jesse Aubart

Jesse Aubart

Youth Development Specialist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2022
 

Sarah Berge

Sarah Berge

Therapist

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2022
 

Don Bishop

Don Bishop

Overnight Supervisor

Favorite PassageWay Elements

Nature | Recreation | Relaxation | Nutrition | Exercise | Relationships | Service | Spirit

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DETAILS

  • Education:
  • With Northwest Passage since 2005
 

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