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People First was started in October 2004 by
Connie Robinson.
Connie began her career at 19 by providing
direct care to members. Over the years she has seen a shift in the focus of
companies from the actual care of the members to maintaining profits. In 2004
she resigned her administrative position and set about opening a business that
would bring the focus back to where it belongs-with the people, and People First
was created. This attitude is extended not only to the members but also the
families and the caregivers who work with them.
Linda
Gilliland is People First's Program Director.
Linda is a parent of a wonderful young man that we provide services for.
Being a parent of a child with special needs coupled with her past
experience in business as well as over 5 years with the AZ Office for
Children with Special Health Care Needs and Tri City Partnership make her a valuable member of
our family.
Jessica Diehl,
is our Training Coordinator here at People First.
Jessica is a parent of four daughters, two with disabilities and a client of
People First since 2004. Some of her past work experience include: Four years
as an instructor for the Red Cross and 7 years with the AZ Office for
Children with Special Health Care Needs and a Parent Leader with Tri
City Partnership. She brings knowledge as
well as real life experience to this position.
Sunny Carroll is our HCBS Coordinator. Sunny is the mother of two sons, one of
them with multiple disabilities. As a parent, she has navigated her way through
the special education system. In addition, Sunny comes to us with years of
experience working directly with children and supervising adults with cognitive
impairments. We are delighted that Sunny is part of our People First Family.
Christine Varela is our Administrative Assistant, she comes to us with vast
office expertise and we are thrilled to have such a kind and caring person in
our office.
Together with all of the wonderful caregivers
who provide service, we make up People First. A team dedicated to providing the
best possible care to members and their families, following the adage
"Do what you love and
success will follow."
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