Jerome is a triumphant victor of two devastating life challenges who boldly and bravely conquered obstacles and achieved tremendous success.
Triumphant over a devastating water-skiing accident and substance abuse, Jerome overcame trauma – physical and emotional – to thrive as a youth worker, executive director, teacher, author, para athlete, horse trainer, artist, and motivational speaker. Jerome discusses the water-skiing accident and drug abuse lifestyle that left him confined to a wheelchair and how he recognized the ‘gifts’ that helped him regain his confidence and recognize the power within. He also shares how his story can be helpful and inspiring to others who face adversity.
Powerful Outcomes From Jerome’s Message
- Begin to take charge, accept responsibility, and move forward with an “YES I CAN” attitude
- Understand that most limitations are self-imposed and that it’s time to move past them
- Recognize the power you have inside yourself to move forward with confidence
- Walk away with a renewed commitment towards self-leadership, increased success, and determination
- Gain a new perspective on seemingly impossible situations and learn how to triumph over adversity
Jerome has received numerous awards and acknowledgements for his contributions to community. He has also received awards and acknowledgments for his sporting achievements.
- 2017 Canada 150 Community Leadership recipient.
- 2017 ACCESS Youth Outreach Services Society wins Not For Profit of the Year – Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
- 2012 Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Medal- Community Contribution
- 2012 BC Community Achievement Award
- 2011 Courage to Come Back Award- addictions.
- 2010 ACCESS Youth Outreach Services Society wins Not For Profit of the Year – Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
- 2009-Project Reach Out a program created by Jerome received the “Innovative Spirit Award”-Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
- 2009-Project Reach Out a program received the Crime Prevention and Community Safety award from the Ministry of community safety & General of BC.
- 2009 “Youth Friendly Community” R.E.A.C.H award for Project Reach Out
- Member of the Canadian Wheelchair Tennis National Team 1998-2000
- Member of Team BC, 2004-2012 (Tennis)
- 2007 Triple Gold Medal Winner Western Canada Summer Games.
