Tamara Gallinger:  

Hello All~ I immediately moved to Arizona after graduation (seriously, it was less than a week), and have been here ever since. I cann't stand being cold, and the sunshine everyday is awesome! I waitressed for a couple of years and just had fun. I never finished college, much to my parent's dismay. Thankfully, I found something that I am very passionate about. I was introduced to Adults with Developmental Disabilities when I was around 19, and knew immediately that this was what I wanted to pursue as a carrer. I started working in the group homes, and worked my way up from there. I worked for the same company as the Director of Foster Care services for special needs children and adults for 11+ years here in Arizona. As a Social Worker you get to multi task, and since I can't stay on one task for long...it was a perfect fit for me. In 2000 I decided that I wanted to start my own company. I named it "Family Partners" and we currently serve over 600 children and adults with Developmental Disabilities in the valley, and their families, and have over 200 employees. I am a proud owner because I truly beat the odds by not going to college, but have also worked really hard for it. I love what I do. I feel like I can make a difference by helping those that are vulnerable and can't help themselves. ...Expand for more