My Choice Milestones

A group of people are posing for a picture with wheelchairs.
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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A poster for russell dickerson live at the district saturday august 2nd 2025
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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By nicole.andree February 19, 2025
April 4, 2025
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September 1 2019 marked the six year anniversary of My Choice Employment.  Two significant milestones were achieved this past summer. My Choice assisted its 300th person in obtaining competitive employment.  In addition My Choice surpassed 500 jobs obtained by persons it has served. Statistics through the six year history include: 

  • 311 people became employed  
  • 532 jobs were obtained 
  • 238 employers  in 30 NW Iowa communities hired individuals served 
  • 141 jobs were entered by individuals coming from sheltered workshops 
  • 140 jobs were customized 
  • $8.53 average hourly starting pay  
  • 79% retention of competitive employment  
  • Staff has grown from 2 to nearly 40    

“Hope Haven Inc. began developing the concept of what became known as My Choice Employment in 2012 ” said Scott Witte Director of Employment Services. “Key to its development and growth have been the partnerships developed at the regional and state levels with Sioux Rivers Region Northwest Iowa Care Connections Region Iowa Coalition for Integration & Employment Iowa Employment 1st Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services Iowa Medicaid Enterprise managed care organizations and Northwest Iowa employers.” 

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