THE PEOPLE WE SERVE

NANCY P.
RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME - client

Nancy Pope has been a part of our Residential Care Homes for forty-eight years. With a passion for reading, Nancy often immerses herself in the pages of her favorite books, familiarizing characters to people she knows in real life. Nancy’s love for music shines through as she enjoys singing karaoke with friends at her day program, and at her residential home. A warm and welcoming individual, Nancy embraces opportunities to meet new people, and her presence is a cherished part of the Serra Center community. When Nancy’s parents found Serra Center, they were thrilled to find a place that is close to home and where she is loved and can thrive. Nancy’s most apparent qualities are her love of people and her joie de vivre. She also has an incredible encyclopedic memory! She loves learning new phrases in Spanish and using them. Nancy loves singing and reading aloud. With a passion for reading, she often immerses herself in the pages of her favorite books, familiarizing characters to people she knows in real life. She enjoys the people she lives with and has had close and warm bonds over the years with the people helping her day-to-day, both at home and at her program. At Nancy’s day program she enjoys beauty class, music sessions, current events, money and cooking classes. Nancy’s love for music shines through as she enjoys singing karaoke with friends at her day program and at her residential home. Another fun fact about Nancy, she can sit at a keyboard and flawlessly tap out melodies of songs from ear. A warm and welcoming individual, Nancy embraces opportunities to meet new people,and her presence is a cherished part of the Serra Center community.

Jennifer L.
Independent Living services - client

Jennifer has been a Serra Center client since 2020. This year she is celebrating her 23rd anniversary at Lucky Supermarket, where she is beloved by coworkers and customers alike. Beyond her dedication to work, Jennifer’s roots run deep in her community, as she has been attending Fairway Park Baptist Church since childhood and considers the community there her family. Jennifer finds joy in many areas of life, such as exploring Fremont on her bike, expressing her creativity through coloring at home or participating in the Serra Center art class, and partaking in her family tradition of visiting Disneyland during the Christmas season. When Jennifer faced uncertainty around housing at the end of 2020, her Serra Center family stepped in, and secured a shared housing arrangement with another client. Jennifer is immensely grateful for the support and opportunities provided by Serra Center, as well as the close friendships she has made.

Roger A.
Supported Living services - client

Roger has been a member of the Serra Center family for more than 30 years. He is a very kind gentleman with an easy-going way. His personal appearance is always immaculate; one of his great sources of pride. Roger is always considerate to others and jumps at the chance to give a helping hand. He enjoys participating in Serra Center’s Art Workshop, bowling, bocce ball and softball. Roger never misses attending church on Sunday with his brother. Throughout the school year, Roger attends the day program at Noll Center where he takes part in a variety of classes that include exercise, music, dance, computers and art. He has a wonderful camaraderie with his friends and teachers at the Noll Center and enjoys the school’s outings and field trips. While Roger lives in his own home, Serra Center is also his home…where he is shown dignity and respect. For many years Roger has been fortunate to receive excellent care from the Serra Center. He is valued and loved by his care staff. The Serra Center staff is always there to provide for his needs.