AABR Staff Spotlight: Samuel Coyners & Yvelande Milord

In each edition of The Beloved Bulletin, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on one of our incredible staff members! This month, we’re highlighting Samuel and Yvelande, who are key members of our Day Program at St. Pascal’s. Their hard work and dedication make a difference every day, ensuring our individuals have the best experience possible at our program. The individuals they work with adore them, and so do we! We asked Samuel and Yvelande to share a little about themselves—what they love about their jobs and what AABR means to them. Here’s what they had to say:

Samuel Coyners:

1. What’s your favorite part about working at AABR?
   “Working with the people we serve is my favorite part of my job.”
2. What’s something new you’ve recently learned?
   “I’m right-handed, but recently learned how to bowl with my left hand. Now I can bowl with both!”
3. What’s your favorite hobby or activity to do in your free time?
   “Bowling and taking care of my family are my two favorite activities.”
4. Do you have a special talent you’d like to share?
   “I don’t have any special talents I’d like to share.”
5. What’s something you want the world to know about you?
   “I want everyone to know that I am deeply dedicated to helping and serving others. Very dedicated.”
6. If you had to describe AABR in one word or phrase, what would it be?
   “To serve and to dedicate.”

Yvelande Milord:

1. What’s your favorite part about working at AABR?
   “What brings me joy about AABR is witnessing the smiles on people’s faces when I make their day better.”
2. What’s something new you’ve recently learned?
   “I recently learned that I’ll be stepping into the role of an investigator. It’s a new transition for me, but I’m excited to learn and take on this new responsibility.”
3. What’s your favorite hobby or activity to do in your free time?
   “My favorite hobbies in my free time are coloring and going out to eat.”
4. Do you have a special talent you’d like to share?
   “My special talent is making an impact on others. I believe my energy resonates with people, inspiring them to step into leadership roles.”
5. What’s something you want the world to know about you?
   “I’m a positive person who believes that nothing gets accomplished without strong values and principles. My energy is always high, and I put 110% into my goals. If I don’t succeed, I’m always ready to try again.”
6. If you had to describe AABR in one word, what would it be?
   “Growth.”