Carol served on the Charter Board of Directors for CLS from 1988 to 2001. She also served as the Board of Directors Chair from 1993 to 1995. Carol is an author, a world traveler and enjoys getting out in the community and raising funds for Friends of CLS. “I’m more than happy to serve on the Friends of CLS Board,” said Carol. “My daughter received services from CLS for many years, so everyone here is like extended family.”

Cinda is a retired art educator from Novi Community Schools. In addition to her position as a Friends of CLS Board Member, Cinda loves to do volunteer work. She is a member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, a group that raises money and does community service for many charitable organizations. She also volunteers with the Cherry Hill Theater and her church. Cinda and her husband enjoy travelling, especially out of the country.

Don is the “king” of car shows. His company, Don Nicholson Enterprises, is responsible for planning the biggest car cruise in Michigan, Cruisin' Hines. He is also the promoter of several car shows locally and throughout southeast Michigan. Don is on the Wayne and Westland Chambers of Commerce Boards, Motorcities National Heritage Area Board and Friends of Nankin Mills board as well as past President of the Wayne Rotary. When he isn’t promoting his shows, Don enjoys travelling across the country on his scooter and spending time with his wife Gayle and son Edward.

Jan Myers worked for Community Living Services for 20 years before retiring in 2002. She first worked in the Community Placement Unit/Foster Care as a Foster Parent Recruiter/Educator and then became a Foster Care Licensing Worker. In 1999 Jan became the CLS Community Relations Director where she was responsible for event planning, fundraising and media relations. Jan enjoys being on the Friends of CLS Board because it still allows her to be connected with the people supported by CLS.

“From the very beginning of (Wayne) Community Living Services, I was a part of the fundraising efforts of Friends. I began working as the State was closing institutions and now look where the people supported by CLS are living! I was proud to be a part of the paradigm shift to more independent living for people with disabilities. Now, by being on the Friends Board, I have to opportunity to assist these incredible people in their efforts to follow their dreams and become actively involved in their communities. I am truly blessed to continue to be a part of this organization.”

Neva is the President and Executive Director for Enhance, Inc. Enhance, is a staffing agency that assists people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with their daily needs. Neva is also President of Rgrps, Inc. which is also a staffing agency. She is president of Enhance, Options LLC, a property management company and is also President of Mindful Management, a management services and consultation company. Neva believes in the principles of Self-determination and Gentle Teaching and has helped several hundred people live a life of freedom and independence. Many of the people served had formerly lived in large institutions. She also volunteers for numerous organizations and serves on the board of directors of Gentle Teaching International and the Provider Association of Wayne County.

Employed as a Consumer Advocate in the Recipient Rights Department at CLS. He earned his Associates Degree from Schoolcraft College in 2008. Steve has won numerous medals and ribbons from the Paralympic and Michigan Victory Games and represented the U.S. in Boccia Ball in the Belgium, England, Australia and Argentina Victory Games. He also participates in a local wheelchair hockey league.