About Vanessa

I love to work with kids because every interaction is a chance to make their day. I enjoy knowing that I am supporting their growth and development while being a positive role model and support system. I both value and thrive on connection. Even in short-term care, I aim to make a lasting, positive impact. I'm also the sister of someone with special needs, and have seen firsthand how differently people treat those who don't fit society's idea of "normal", and sometimes how uncaring people can be. In addition to this, I've seen the harm that is caused by being dismissed or misunderstood. Those are just a few of the reasons I'm committed to being a kind and inclusive presence in a child's life. It fulfills me to know that I make people feel seen and safe.