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Monday Morning

We only had 7 members and Lt. Governor Joan Pinch at Monday’s tour of Brooke Industries. Gary Miller did an awesome job brining donuts, assorted juices and coffee was provided by the folks at Brooke Industries.  There was no 50/50 Raffle drawing on Monday. Next week’s drawing will have 32 cards with five pay cards and a pot of at least $249.

Sue Grich, Brooke Industries Inc.

Sue Grich, Counseling Services Coordinator, was our tour guide at Monday’s meeting at the Brooke Industries, Inc. operation.

Brooke Industries Inc. has been creating innovative opportunities for individuals with disabilities since 1963.

Established with a steadfast mission and vision, Brooke Industries, Inc. has consistently provided rehabilitation through work, helping people develop useful skills for independent living, as well as assistance in obtaining and maintaining community-based jobs. They have also been a trusted partner in the business community, offering high quality, flexible services that are focused on exceeding the expectations of their customers.

Following a state-of the-art expansion in 2004, their organization operates within 63,000 square feet of production and warehouse space, including a 3,000 square foot cooler. The facility, designed with efficiency in mind, also increased their capabilities to provide individualized, comprehensive programming geared toward a population with varying needs and abilities.

Brooke Industries currently serves over 200 individuals with disabilities each year and distributes product internationally. Progressive in their approach to rehabilitation, Brooke Industries adapts to the changing needs of the population they serve. Subsequently, a broader scope of individuals has the opportunity to develop and transfer skills to other areas of their lives.

As an industry leader committed to developing a diverse and valued workforce, Brooke Industries, Inc. strives to exceed the expectation of quality and levels of service to the business and rehabilitation communities.

Brooke Industries Continues Investment in Fond du Lac

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Monday Morning 

We had 18 members at our Monday meeting for the second week in a row. Also joining us was Sue Grich, guest speaker from Brooke Industries. Happy Bucks were offered by Harry Schneider for the huge Packer win against Dallas and by Bonnie Baerwald for her recent appointment as interim President at MPTC. Bonnie was appreciative of all of the favorable comments from Club Members and community friends.  John Cooper was the 50/50 Raffle winner this week and he drew the Ace of Spades, another non-winner. Next week’s drawing will have 42 cards with eight pay cards and a pot of at least $130.

Sue Grich, Brooke Industries

Sue Grich is the Counseling Services Coordinator at Brooke Industries, and she joined us on Monday morning to tell us about Brooke Industries.

Brooke Industries, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit manufacturing and rehabilitation facility designed, equipped and staffed to provide individuals with disabilities assistance in achieving their highest level of personal and vocational functioning.

They offer an array of programs including: organizational employment services, transitional and adult day services, vocational assessments, supported employment services, case management and vocational counseling, and life skills training. Brooke Industries also has an active volunteer base committed to ensuring comprehensive opportunities are available for individual goals and interests.

The mission at Brooke of providing high quality service and choice is enhanced by a one-stop manufacturing facility that focuses on people, product, and service. They pride themselves in their ability to offer a variety of customized production services and solutions based on the needs of customers.

As an industry leader committed to developing a diverse and valued workforce, Brooke Industries, Inc. strives to exceed the expectation of quality and levels of service to the business and rehabilitation communities.

Brooke Industries operates within 63,000 square feet of production and warehouse space located at 1257 Industrial Parkway in Fond du Lac. They currently serve over 200 individuals with disabilities each year and distribute product internationally.