Yamiles Galvin

Yamiles Galvin is a dedicated mother and consumer of Atlantic CIL. She lives with a learning disability and met Independent Living Specialist, Dawn Padick, when she was a senior in High School. Yamiles was getting ready to graduate and found having Dawn's support helpful as she transitioned into adult life.

Dawn helped her weigh her options between going to college and finding job training. Yamiles ultimately connected with a job coach through DVRS to find the right kind of job for her. Yamiles began working in food preparation for a very busy restaurant.

One day on her way to work, she was struck by a car while crossing the street. This was a devastating experience and Yamiles' leg was injured. Her recovery required a specialist and Dawn was able to help her connect with the right care. Yamiles has since recovered, is back to work, and playing with her daughter Kimberly. "My Daughter is my everything," Yamiles explained. Kimberly is 3 years old now and loves everything at this stage in her life. She is learning new things and loves playing outside.