I really want to work!

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Hope Haven International Ministries continues to make worldwide impacts

By kvanderpol • January 15, 2025
Iowa Hawkeye Wide Receiver, Reece Vander Zee, recently spent a day with his family refurbishing wheelchairs at the Hope Haven International Ministries (HHIM) workshop in Rock Valley. The 18-year-old from […] The post Hope Haven International Ministries continues to make worldwide impacts appeared first on Hope Haven.
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Russell Dickerson Concert

July 10, 2025
Exciting News! Don’t miss this incredible country concert featuring Russell Dickerson, who quickly stood out from the pack with four consecutive career-starting singles reaching No. One on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Known for hits like “Yours,” “Blue Tacoma,” “Every Little Thing,” and “God Gave Me A Girl,” his latest single, “Bones,” is already making waves! Grab your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable night of music! Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 Live at The District I All-Ages Show PIT Doors Open 6:00 PM | GA Doors 6:30 PM | Show Starts 7:30 PM Purchase Tickets Today: CLICK HERE THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: PEOPLES BANK | WIRELESS WORLD | FIRST PREMIER BANK About Russell Dickerson Russell Dickerson is known for his electrifying performances and “unstoppable energy fans can’t get enough of” (E! News). After bursting onto the scene, the Tennessee native quickly stood out from the pack as he released four consecutive career-starting singles that reached No. One on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Since then, Dickerson has earned platinum or better status on singles including “Yours” (3X Platinum), “Blue Tacoma” (2X Platinum), “Every Little Thing” (Platinum), “Love You Like I Used To” (Platinum), and “She Likes It” ft. Jake Scott (2X Platinum). Just last year, he clocked his fifth No. One with “God Gave Me A Girl.” This year, he released “Good Day To Have A Great Day,” followed by his latest single “Bones,” which was the biggest radio debut of his career. For more information, visit www.russelldickerson.com .
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“I really want to work!” expresses Taylor excitedly. His enthusiasm is undeniable even the mention of work and he’s beaming. Taylor is part of Hope Haven’s My Day program in Sibley where he has been developing vocational skills and envisioning life in the workforce. He’s had a specific employer on his mind for years a local agricultural manufacturing facility. Every time Taylor passes by the manufacturer’s building he’s sure to let everyone know “ That’s my dream job !”

And just this summer Taylor’s dream has materialized. Taylor is now proudly employed as a janitor– working for the very company he’s admired for so long. He’s utilizing the experience he gained over the years by participating in My Day and in past sheltered workshop experience. He now works two days a week and participates in My Day five days a week.

“He is excited everyday to go to his job and always tells me “This is my favorite job in the world ” says Brenda Post My Day DSP.

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