IGHL is proud to announce that Faith Kister, Day Hab Specialist for Union Day Hab, is the June 2026 Employee of the Month.
Faith started with IGHL at Union Ave Day Hab 2 years ago. Since the day she began she has been an asset to the team there. Per her co-worker, Faith "works hard, never complains, and is always willing to do the things nobody else wants to do. She is never negative and is fun to work with. Plus, she is always on time." From a supervisor's perspective, Faith is a dream employee. She is always on time, very flexible with tasks- always says yes to a hospital ride along, outing, or project. She is quiet but always friendly and professional. She has a nice, genuine bond with her co-workers and participants. She has a gift for communicating with just a look. Faith helps out weekly at residences in addition to her work at DH. She flies under the radar due to her quiet nature and ease in all of her relationships, but she is just the type of person who needs the spotlight. Thank you for all that you do for IGHL and Union Ave Day Hab!
Congratulations, Faith!
The award ceremony for Faith will take place at Union Day Hab Tuesday 6/16/2026 at 3pm. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.
IGHL is proud to announce that Erick Larson, Cook Manager, is the May 2026 Employee of the Month.
Erick began his journey with IGHL just over 20 years ago, Oct 2005. He originally started as the cook at the Speonk ICF but as the story goes - Walter "stole" Erick in 2008 and thus has been at the Manorville Opportunity Center ever since.
Erick is an integral part of the Manorville Opportunity Center's family. He offers cooking classes to our individuals, prepares the "infamous" holiday lunches, keeps the staff happily fed, and at times cooks meals for houses who are unable to do so. He even makes the best chocolate chips in this world. Erick is extremely loyal to the people we support and is forever looking for ways to help improve their quality of life. He absolutely loves his sister Kathleen who he ensures has a wonderful life of travel, meaningful experiences and unconditional love. IGHL is beyond lucky to have someone like Erick apart of our team.
Congratulations, Erick!
The award ceremony for Erick will take place at Manorville Administration Building on Thursday 5/28/2026 at 2:45pm. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.