Cory

Hi! I’m Cory, an energetic and caring person who is passionate about helping individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities thrive in every aspect of life. With a wide range of interests and hobbies, I love sharing my excitement for life with others while providing compassionate support & advocacy.

My Passions: You’ll usually find me outdoors riding my bike, longboarding, or enjoying water sports like surfing and kite surfing. I’m an absolute enthusiast when it comes to tabletop games—especially Warhammer 40k—and love playing all kinds of board games. I’m also a fan of video games and anything sci-fi-related, from movies to books. If you’re into painting—whether it’s on a canvas or painting miniatures—you’ve found the right person to geek out with! I also enjoy fixing up my motorbike, doing archery, and gardening. On more relaxed days, I like chilling with my two dogs and two cats, or cruising through Portland on my longboard. Whether it’s an adventure to the beach or just hanging out at home with puzzles and music, I’m always up for something fun.

Where I Love to Go: The beach is my ultimate happy place, but I also love the forest, river, and visiting places like OMSI or amusement parks. I’m big on Warhammer 40k conventions and any opportunity to be surrounded by art, history, or cool new things to learn about!

My Approach to Providing Supports: I’m fully committed to providing a high level of support and connection to every individual I work with. As someone who’s 100% deaf in my right ear, clear communication is crucial for me—I’m always attentive to every word to ensure the best support possible. If you or someone you know uses American Sign Language (ASL) or has hearing loss, I’m your go-to person, and I’d love to connect.

Topics of Interest: • Art (painting, drawing, sculpture, you name it!) • History (especially WWII) • Philosophy, sociology, and mechanical topics • Sci-fi and fantasy • Animals and the outdoors

Dislikes: There’s only one thing that I’m not a fan of—TRAFFIC!