Date: March 7, 2022
Name of Show: Let’s Rethink This
Episode title and number: Realizing Your Potential with DeAndra Smith
Brief summary of show: Today I am talking with DeAndra Smith. DeAndra is a member at Independence Center who first came to IC homeless and in need of a lot of support. Over time, DeAndra realized his potential, got involved with the kitchen unit at the Clubhouse, participated as the member dancer in Dancing with the St. Louis Stars, and now serves on Independence Center’s Board of Directors. DeAndra shares his story and some of the things he has learned along the way.
Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:
1:03 - 4:19 DeAndra's Background
8:05 - 9:25 Clubhouse International Conference
9:57 - 12:43 Dancing with the St. Louis Stars
13:55 - 16:45 Independence Center Board of Directors
16:45 - 18:25 Peer Specialist
19:15 - 20:55 How DeAndra Utilizes Clubhouse
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