I am Thompson

“I’m standing for something bigger than myself.” I wake up every morning determined to make a positive difference. Being a member of the Thompson family helps me fulfill my personal mission. “Thompson is called to serve through healing, teaching, worship, and play.” The organization’s mission proves that bettering the lives of others can take on many forms. I realize that what I do is just one piece of the puzzle, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute. I am Thompson because I believe in impacting youth, strengthening families, and building communities.

If I am successful in what I do, parents experience more joy in raising children without feeling frustrated, lost & alone. Boys and girls experience adults who are responsive, caring, & understand how they are unique. Families & professionals learn how to advocate and demand required resources for children’s care. What I do presents many challenges in keeping lines of communication open. If everyone involved shares in this work, we are all rewarded with children who are resilient and thrive.

Most of my clients don’t receive positive affirmation — that they have a purpose & if they work hard, they can become self-sufficient and good parents. I try to plant a seed of hope in each client that will ultimately change how they communicate with their children and loved ones. Life can become frustrating when you don’t have any options except to struggle through life. When a family starts the work of healing, they begin to think and act differently. I am Thompson because I am strong in confidence and support for families.

know that making tasks more efficient, fixing problems that prevent staff from doing their jobs, and supporting them in any way lets them focus more on what really matters: the clients. I want to be someone who can be depended on to be there when needed and to have a solution. I want our staff to have faith in our department and understand that we honestly care about the work they do and to not be afraid to tell us when we can do something to help. I am Thompson because I solve problems in order to create opportunities.

Thompson means working for a great organization that is dedicated to helping kids in need. I believe in a commitment to serving struggling children, in family restoration, and in a faith in God. Thompson and I share these values and so much more. I want to be part of a success story, to know that Thompson has helped improve the life of a child and their family. I am Thompson because I stand for continuing to improve the lives of children so we can write that success story.