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# WESCO Industries

Empowering People

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [WESCO Industries Hosts Successful Fundraiser At Donna Reed Theatre](https://wescoind.org/wesco-fundraiser) - Denison, IA (November 30, 2022) – On September 29th, WESCO Industries assisted in another fundraiser event in Denison, Iowa, at the Donna Reed Theatre. The benefit was a notable success, boasting talented musical entertainment and a unique dining event in an effort to help support vital community services.
- [WESCO Empowerment Represented At Iowa Special Olympics](https://wescoind.org/wesco-empowerment-represented-at-iowa-special-olympics) - Denison, IA (July 1, 2022) – Each year, the Iowa Special Olympics brings athletes from around the state in a competition that inspires people in their communities to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. During the 2022 competition, athletes from WESCO Industries embodied that spirit of inspiration and empowerment
- [The Marvelous Moms of WESCO: A Mother’s Day Q & A](https://wescoind.org/moms-of-wesco-wesco-industries) - WESCO has been blessed with an experienced leadership team. Everyone here is dedicated to providing services that empower and support the strengths and abilities of the individuals we serve. This level of care just goes to show the amount of compassion we can have for one another. It’s the same sort of selfless devotion demonstrated
- [WESCO Industries and Community Team-Up: Recognizing Autism Awareness Month](https://wescoind.org/wesco-industries-and-community-team-up-recognizing-autism-awareness-month) - Denison, IA (April 20, 2022) – April is Autism Awareness Month. It’s a time dedicated to promoting a better understanding of autism and developing more effective means of support for people living with autism and their families. To build a stronger community of support in Denison, Iowa, WESCO Industries has teamed up with local businesses
- [WESCO HR Director’s Dedication To Non-Profit Work Recognized: Student Loans Forgiven](https://wescoind.org/wesco-hr-directors-dedication-to-non-profit-work-recognized-student-loans-forgiven) - Denison, IA (March 18, 2022) – WESCO Industries’ Human Resource Director, Brittany Webb, has worked for the Denison, Iowa, non-profit for over ten years. Because of her dedication to working full-time for a non-profit for a decade, Webb was able to qualify for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and had 100% of
- [WESCO’s ‘Home For The Holidays’ Program: Inviting Public To Bring Holiday Cheer To Individuals In Need](https://wescoind.org/wescos-home-for-the-holidays-program-inviting-public-to-bring-holiday-cheer-to-individuals-in-need) - Denison, IA (December 16, 2021) – WESCO Industries' annual 'Home For The Holidays' program is in full swing. Individuals that the organization serves reside in a number of homes operated by WESCO. This initiative encourages people in the local communities of Denison and Vail to adopt a WESCO Industries' home this Christmas and spread cheer
- [WESCO Industries' NOVA Program Is Empowering More Individuals Than Ever Before As Organization Expands Program Enrollment](https://wescoind.org/wesco-industries-nova-program-is-empowering-more-individuals-than-ever-before-as-organization-expands-program-enrollment
) - Denison, IA (September 23, 2021) – Focused on positively improving the lives of adults with complex needs and disabilities, WESCO's NOVA program has broadened the scope of its services over the last year. Continuing to gain momentum, the organization is growing its Adult Day Service capabilities. With the growth in capabilities, WESCO can provide services
- [WESCO Marks Stepping Stones Transitional Living 5th Anniversary, Reflects On Lives Changed](https://wescoind.org/wesco-marks-stepping-stones-transitional-living-5th-anniversary-reflects-on-lives-changed) - Denison, Iowa (September 23, 2021) – WESCO Industries recently celebrated the 5th anniversary of its Stepping Stones Transitional Living program. This program has been immensely successful in impacting the lives of individuals in need and helping them rediscover their independence in communities across the state. The program has been located in the former rectory of
- [Staff Spotlight: The Dedicated Team of WESCO’s Supported Community Living Program](https://wescoind.org/staff-spotlight-the-dedicated-team-of-wescos-supported-community-living-program) - WESCO Industries’ Supported Community Living (SCL) program has been serving individuals in Western Iowa for a number of years, providing essential support to those in the community and helping individuals in need live as independently as possible. Ensuring that WESCO individuals receive the support they need is a dedicated and passionate team of SCL staff
- [Supporting Stepping Stones: WESCO Industries Calls On Community For Its ‘Stock The Shelves’ Donation Drive To Help Members In Transitional Living](https://wescoind.org/supporting-stepping-stones-wesco-industries-calls-on-community-for-its-stock-the-shelves-donation-drive-to-help-members-in-transitional-living) - Denison, IA (March 23, 2021) — Community, assemble! WESCO Industries has created a new initiative called 'Stock The Shelves' to ensure that those residing at the Stepping Stones Center (WESCO’s transitional living quarters in Vail, Iowa) have access to essential household items. Many of the transitional living residents come to the Center with only the
- [Effective Immediately](https://wescoind.org/effective-immediately) - WESCO Industries will also be implementing a visitor restriction for our Adult Day Services Program and Camelot Housing for the time being. Only Staff and clients will be permitted to go in and out of those two programs due to their increase vulnerability of the COVID-19. Thank you WESCO Administration
- [COVID-19 Procedural Update](https://wescoind.org/covid-19-procedural-update) - WESCO Industries has been actively monitoring the COVID-19 situation and will continue to do so. At this time, WESCO has made the decision to restrict all extracurricular activities out of town. Any out of town medical appointments will be assessed on a case by case basis by WESCO’s Medical Coordinator. WESCO has increased sanitation schedule
- [Supporting Stepping Stones: WESCO Industries Calls On Community For Its ‘Stock The Shelves’ Donation Drive To Help Members In Transitional Living](https://wescoind.org/stock-the-shelves-drive) - Denison, IA (March 23, 2021) — Community, assemble! WESCO Industries has created a new initiative called 'Stock The Shelves' to ensure that those residing at the Stepping Stones Center (WESCO’s transitional living quarters in Vail, Iowa) have access to essential household items. Many of the transitional living residents come to the Center with only the
- [WESCO Begins to Expand Capabilities With Its Stepping Stones Transitional Living Program With Search For A Program Coordinator](https://wescoind.org/stepping-stones-manager-position) - Denison, IA (April 1, 2021) – WESCO Industries' Stepping Stones Transitional Living program has been a big success with getting those in need the proper support for reintegration back into the community. Identifying a demand for this type of service, WESCO Industries has its sights set on growing this program. The first step in that

## Pages

- [Home](https://wescoind.org/) - WESCO Industries is a non-profit, community service providerthat supports individuals with disabilities. Our Mission: Empowering and Supporting People in Healthy Communities.Our Vision: We Exist to Build Gateways and Foundations Regardless of Ability.
- [Supported Community Living (SCL) in Iowa: A Complete Guide](https://wescoind.org/supported-community-living-explained) - Learn what Supported Community Living (SCL) is in Iowa, who qualifies, what services are included, and how to apply through Iowa Medicaid waiver programs.
- [How to Choose the Right Provider With Confidence](https://wescoind.org/questions-to-ask-before-choosing-a-provider) - Key questions to ask disability providers in Iowa about safety, staffing, services, training, and quality of care before making a decision.
- [A New Option for Independent Living Support](https://wescoind.org/support-services/next-step-living) - Discover WESCO's innovative support model blending technology with human assistance for safer, independent living at home.
- [What Happens When Parents Can No Longer Provide Care?](https://wescoind.org/what-happens-when-parents-can-no-longer-provide-care) - Understand what happens in Iowa when caregivers can no longer provide support and explore emergency and long-term disability care options.
- [Comprehensive Resources for Families of People With Disabilities in Iowa](https://wescoind.org/iowa-disability-resources-for-families) - Find Iowa disability resources for families, including waiver programs, support services, housing options, and state assistance programs.
- [How to Find Care Placement for Adults With Disabilities in Iowa](https://wescoind.org/how-to-find-placement-for-an-adult-with-disabilities-in-iowa) - Learn how to find disability placement in Iowa, including waiver programs, housing options, and steps to access support services.
- [Affordable Housing Options in Iowa for Adults With Disabilities](https://wescoind.org/housing-options-for-adults-with-intellectual-disabilities) - Learn about housing options in Iowa for adults with intellectual disabilities, including SCL, group homes, independent living, and Next Step Living.
- [Ways We Give Back to the Community](https://wescoind.org/news-events) - Discover how WESCO Industries creates IMPACT through services, programs, and community support that empower individuals and strengthen lives in Iowa.
- [THRIVE: Celebrating Achievement and Growth](https://wescoind.org/about-us/p-e-a-r-l) - Celebrate achievement through our THRIVE Recognition Program, honoring growth, success, and milestones for individuals supported by WESCO Industries.
- [Resources](https://wescoind.org/resources) - Explore disability resources, family support, and services at WESCO Industries in Iowa. Find guides, programs, and helpful community tools for families.
- [Cookie Policy](https://wescoind.org/cookie-policy) - This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer
- [Our Team](https://wescoind.org/about-us/our-team) - WESCO has been blessed with an experienced leadership team. We are dedicated to providing services that empower and support the strengths and abilities of the individuals WESCO serves. Management Clay Adams - Chief Executive Officer Deidra Brown - Chief Operating Officer Starla Webb - Chief Business Officer Marcus Rihner - Chief Financial Officer Brittany Webb
- [Residential Services](https://wescoind.org/support-services/residential-services) - Non 24 Hour Supported Community LivingWESCO Industries’ Non 24 Hour Supported Community Living Program is designed to support and encourage individuals to live as independently as possible in their own homes. Staff is available to provide individualized services at times that are convenient to the person served. The goal of the program is to maintain
- [Non-24-Hour Supported Community Living](https://wescoind.org/support-services/daily-supported-community-living) - WESCO Industries’ Non-24-Hour Supported Community Living Program is designed to support and encourage individuals to live as independently as possible in their own homes. Staff is available to provide individualized services at times that are convenient to the person served. The goal of the program is to maintain independent living and increase involvement in the
- [Donate](https://wescoind.org/donate) - WESCO Industries relies on contributions to assist in our mission of enhancing opportunities and activities for individuals served by WESCO Industries. Please consider making your donation in person or online. Our Mission “Empowering and Supporting People in Healthy Communities.” Planning for your future and the future of WESCO: Please consider the WESCO Foundation when offering
- [Our Services](https://wescoind.org/support-services) - WESCO Industries provides some of the most extensive support services in Iowa for children and adults with chronic mental illness, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and brain injuries. Each of the organization's programs is designed to empower individuals. Emphasis is placed on teaching a variety of life skills depending on the needs of each individual, as
- [Bake Shop](https://wescoind.org/business-services/bake-shop) - More Than A Bake Shop Our Bake Shop & Café is where great food meets meaningful opportunity. Every coffee poured and pastry baked supports hands-on job training for individuals with disabilities, helping them build real skills, confidence, and pathways to employment in the community. This isn’t a simulation — it’s a real business, serving real
- [Careers](https://wescoind.org/careers)
- [Business Services](https://wescoind.org/business-services) - Employment Services WESCO offers a variety of jobs through our Employment Services Program for individuals with disabilities. These disability employment services focus on developing work skills by empowering individuals to perform job tasks for contracted work. This includes, but is not limited to: Janitorial services $25 per hour Day or night Job Development Career Exploration
- [Foundation](https://wescoind.org/about-us/foundation) - Our Mission "Empowering and Supporting People in Healthy Communities." The WESCO Industries Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, was established to assist WESCO in ensuring the individuals served receive the services necessary to maximize their independence. WESCO Industries, like many other non-profit organizations, depends on gifts from the public to supplement the lack of funding available for
- [Adult Day Services](https://wescoind.org/support-services/adult-day-services) - What is Adult Day Service? WESCO’s Adult Day Service is an activity and community center-based program designed to meet the needs of individuals who can benefit from participating in a group setting. At WESCO, this program provides support for adults with specific needs like our NOVA program (Nurture Opportunity Value Accessibility), which is designed to
- [Employment Services](https://wescoind.org/support-services/employment-services) - Employment Services Employment services are a combination of community employment and ongoing support. Individuals with disabilities are engaged in paid work in a local or area business while receiving intensive training and ongoing support from WESCO Employment Specialists. Employment services work with Vocational rehabilitation to assist individuals in finding competitive community employment opportunities. Employment specialists
- [Children / Adult Respite](https://wescoind.org/support-services/children-respite-services) - Individual Respite This program is designed to offer relief to parents and caregivers in a 1-on-1 setting. Respite can be provided at the parent/caregiver’s request to include nights and weekends. Can be provided in your home or out in the community. Group Respite WESCO’s adult respite and child respite program is designed to offer relief to
- [Day Habilitation](https://wescoind.org/support-services/day-habilitation) - We created the WESCO Day Habilitation program for individuals who desire to explore and discover new things. Day trips are planned throughout the surrounding communities, focusing on volunteering in business and nonprofit organizations. Day Habilitation members have their own Clubhouse in the community called, The WAVE. The Clubhouse model offers members the choice of different
- [Stepping Stones Transitional Living Center](https://wescoind.org/support-services/stepping-stones-transitional-living-center) - The purpose of the Transitional Living Center (Stepping Stones) is to provide short-term (30-90 days) housing for an individual coming out of placement, homelessness, or hospitalization who needs to redevelop skills to be successful in the community. Additionally, Stepping Stones will assist members in securing Social Security benefits, employment, Medicaid services as well as any
- [Contact Us](https://wescoind.org/contact-us)
- [Admissions](https://wescoind.org/admissions)
- [About Us](https://wescoind.org/about-us) - Wesco History WESCO Industries began service as West Central Iowa Workshop in 1966 when an initial feasibility study meeting was held in the local community. The study group determined in late 1966 that the entity would serve the seven-county region of Crawford, Audubon, Carroll, Ida, Monona, Shelby, and Harrison Counties. The town of Denison in
- [News & Events](https://wescoind.org/news-events-2)
- [ADA Compliance](https://wescoind.org/accessibility-statement-for-wesco-industries) - Accessibility statement for WESCO Industries We want everyone who visits the WESCO Industries website to feel welcome and find the experience rewarding. What are we doing? To help us make the WESCO Industries website a positive place for everyone, we've been using the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. These guidelines explain how to make
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## Staff

- [De Von Clark](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/devon-clark) - I was born in Chicago and raised in the south suburbs, later relocating to eastern and northwest Iowa during my young adult years while pursuing both athletic and academic goals. These experiences allowed me to develop strong adaptability, discipline, and teamwork skills that continue to influence my personal and professional life. During my final year
- [Grace Weller](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/grace-weller) - My name is Grace Weller, and I am a Program Manager at WESCO where I oversee half of the QA department and all of the staff scheduling. I have been at WESCO since March 2019. Before becoming a manager, I worked in the QA department as a Quality Assurance Assistant Manager and as a DSP
- [Dr. Deidra Brown](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/deidra-brown) - Dr. Deidra Brown serves as the Chief Operating Officer for WESCO Industries, where she has been a dedicated member of the team since 2007 and has held the COO role since 2011. She brings nearly two decades of experience in organizational leadership, program development, and service excellence within the human services field. Dr. Brown holds
- [Chelsie Desy](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/chelsie-desy) - Hello, my name is Chelsie Desy. I started at Wesco Industries in 2016 as a Program Specialist and moved into HR in 2018. I married my husband, Nick, in 2006, and together we have three amazing boys—Treyton, Brailyn, and Kyler—who we love spending time with and cheering on in their powerlifting competitions. Of course, a
- [Marcus Rihner](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/marcus-rihner) - Marcus joined the Wesco team as CFO in 2024. Prior to joining Wesco, Marcus served as CEO at a local electric utility company, and as the CFO before his tenure as CEO. Marcus graduated from Denison-Schleswig High School in 2008 and from Buena Vista University in 2012, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and Business.
- [Angie Heiden](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/angie-heiden) - Hi, I’m Angie Heiden, and I’ve been with WESCO since July 2025 as a Program Manager. I’m a Denison native, though I spent some time moving around in my younger years before returning home to be near my parents. That move led to a rewarding 25-year career working with high-risk youth. I live in Denison
- [Aubrey Sholty](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/aubrey-sholty) - Hello! My name is Aubrey Sholty, and I serve as a Program Director at WESCO. I joined the team in May 2023 as the Program Coordinator for The WAVE and have since expanded my role to include Adult Day Services and co-oversight of Site 4. These opportunities have deepened my commitment to WESCO’s mission and
- [Katie Schurke](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/katie-grothe) - Hi, my name is Katie Schurke, and I am a Program Director for WESCO Industries. I took this position over in July of 2025 and also began our referral and intake process at the same time. I have been with WESCO since May 2016. Before taking my Program Manager role in August of 2023, I
- [Clay Adams](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/clay-adams) - Clay Adams has been in the role of Chief Executive Officer for WESCO Industries since 2011. Before coming to WESCO, he spent 15 years operating businesses in Colorado in the for-profit world in both retail and franchise environments as well as wholesale on a national level selling to Cabela’s, Scheels, and Sportsman’s Warehouse. Clay has
- [Starla Webb](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/starla-webb) - Starla Webb, Chief Business Officer, has been a part of WESCO since 1981. She graduated from Charter Oak-Ute Community School and began her employment with WESCO immediately following. Starla has served in many roles on the WESCO team and strongly believes in and supports WESCO’s mission of “Empowering and supporting people in healthy communities”. Starla
- [Brittany Webb](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/brittany-webb) - Brittany is the Chief People Officer at WESCO Industries, who focuses on benefits, leadership development, diversity, employee relations, employee development, and staffing. Before beginning her career as the Chief People Officer, Brittany came to WESCO after graduating from Iowa State University in 2011. She started as the Contract Team Lead, working one-on-one with WESCO’s individuals.
- [Sam Hottendorf](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/sam-hottendorf) - My name is Samantha Hottendorf. I have worked at Wesco since June 2016. I first started in the Supported employment department as an Employment Specialist. In August of 2018, I accepted the position of Supported Employment Assistant Manager. In October 2019, I was then given the opportunity to be the Program Manager of the Supported
- [Darcy Boettger, RN](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/darcy-boettger) - Hello, my name is Darcy Boettger and I am the Nursing Director for WESCO Industries. I joined the WESCO team in 2025. I have been a Registered Nurse since 2001 and have worked in many different areas of nursing including Surgery, Population Health, Family Medicine Clinic, Prior Authorizations and Triage. I grew up in Dow
- [Heidi Hansen](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/heidi-hansen) - Hello, my name is Heidi Hansen and I am the Program Manager for Non-24-Hour SCL (Supported Community Living) as well as Individual and Group Respite. As I continue to grow my career with WESCO, I have also been able to grow and expand the SCL program to include: Carroll County, Sac County, Shelby County, and
- [Brooke Hillhouse](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/brooke-hillhouse) - Hello! My name is Brooke Hillhouse. I started my journey with Wesco in June of 2021 and am currently one of the Program Managers. I was born and raised in Denison and currently live in Denison. My children and I moved back “this way” from Omaha in 2020. I have four children, Aliyah, Tay, Von,
- [Mackenzie Kock](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/mackenzie_kock) - My name is Mackenzie Kock and I am a Program Manager at WESCO Industries. I have been a part of WESCO Industries since 2019 and in my current role as Program Coordinator for the last 4 years. I graduated from Buena Vista University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and Psychology. I grew up
- [Paige Billmeier](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/paige-billmeier) - I am the Program Manager for Transitional Living! I have been in this role since September of 2024. My degree in criminal justice and sociology lead me down the path of social work and had been in that role for the past 8 years prior to joining to WESCO team myself. My past employment has
- [Heather Stapleton](https://wescoind.org/wsc-staff/heather-stapleton) - Hi, my name is Heather Stapleton and I have been a part of the WESCO team since 2002. I recently accepted a new position as a Senior Program Manager; before then I was a Program Manager and Program Coordinator of Residential and oversee 4 of the Residential homes. My passion at WESCO is to see

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