Juanita Parker, Advocate
I chose this career path because
I naturally fell into this role! I have spent my life educating myself and always working towards the next level in order to be a role model. I don't climb alone though; I enjoy helping others up along side me and higher.
I prepared for this career by
I am an electrical technician, a nurse, a drug and alcohol councilor, I have taken courses in psychology and I'm married to a doctor.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
Raising three children while working to better myself with no help.
My greatest strength(s)
My faith, my perseverance, and my honesty have allowed me to conquer whatever I set my mind to. Whatever my hand finds to do, I do it with all my might.
My greatest accomplishment to date
Establishing myself professional career while being a single mom to three children.
My personal/professional goals
I want to keep working with and helping people until God tells me I can't anymore.
What/Who has inspired me the most
God inspires me. Him and the life that he gave me. I grew up rather underprivileged. My first job was pushing a broom in a factory. I knew I wanted so much more and that I was capable of so much more. So I went out and made it happen. Self motivation is a powerful tool but God put that in me. I've seen a lot in this life and I just want to improve not only my situation but that of the people around me who I see going through difficulties.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be remembered as someone who really made a difference in peoples lives for the better.
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
Veterans
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I just love to get out, meet people and socialize.