50 PEOPLE FOR 50 YEARS: Nancy Grossweiller, Volunteer
Nancy’s enthusiasm has led to crazy shenanigans!
Nancy cannot remember exactly when she drove down Oldwick Road and saw the “Volunteers Needed” sign at Mane Stream. At that time, Mane Stream was still known as Somerset Hills Handicapped Riding Center and Nancy was ready to get involved. Whether it is Summer Camp, therapy sessions, or adaptive riding lessons, Nancy does it all. She did say though, “I love summer camp and think that some of my favorite memories involve camp. I loved the trail rides and western day, and I love tie-dye day, the messier the better!”
Nancy also assists with the spring event and fall gala. She enjoys brainstorming with the committees and the events are great fun. Jen Dermody, Event Coordinator, truly values Nancy’s contributions as part of the team and stated, “Nancy is a wonderful asset and ambassador for Mane Stream. She is ready and willing to help in any way and at any moment to make any event a success.”
Over the years Nancy has seen many riders literally grow up at Mane Stream. “It’s an absolute statement to the benefits of the programs to see the enjoyment and progress of the individuals.” Rebecca Jablonski, former Volunteer Coordinator was quick to interject, “We know how long Nancy has volunteered with Mane Stream. It’s lucky number 13 and she has over 2,000 hours of service not including all the hours spent soliciting for silent auction items! Nancy can be found doing anything and everything possible to help make sure the organization is fully supported from programming to events. Her enthusiasm for the Mane Stream mission never ceases to amaze those around her.”
Nancy mentioned that she receives so much joy and satisfaction from volunteering, and from the friendships she has made with other volunteers and staff. Nancy’s impression over the years is that, “no matter the struggles, everyone works together to keep Mane Stream marching on!”
Finally, our Director of Therapy Services, Melanie Dominko-Richards, MS, CCC-SLP, HPCS, who has worked with Nancy for many years commented, “Nancy is a long-time member of our therapy services team. Her enthusiasm has led to crazy shenanigans - from her collection of colorful, patterned Wellies to her creative naming of therapy equipment, where the lunge whip is called the tickle stick. Nancy is a ray of sunshine.”
Thank you Nancy!
