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Staff Stories: Christy Bangen

The moment at CP Alberta that will stay with me is my first week as the new program coordinator in Calgary.


I was very nervous as I entered the programs room to join the Music Therapy class. One of our participants’ caregivers had to leave the room and I stat beside our program participant so she wasn’t alone. She was a very serious looking girl and had her arms securely folded across her chest. No expression whatsoever. As the music started, I whispered something into her ear, and she broke out into a huge smile and was waving her arms with excitement. For the past 10 years, this member and I have shared a special relationship, and I can still get her to smile. Not an easy task mind you.




That week showed me the “WHY” we do what we do at CP Alberta. The participants in our programs remind me of this every day. They are the reason I get up and look forward to coming to CP Alberta everyday.



 
 

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