Upcoming Events 2008

The Wise Center’s next charity “Best Bet for the Kids” Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament will be held on Friday, November 21st at Marco’s Restaurant

Wise Center Staff Changes

After Sue Rice, Executive Director for 28 years, left in February 2006 due to medical reasons, there were a lot of changes in staff at the Wise Center. However, in May 2008, Sharon Taylor, who had been a counselor at the Wise Center from 2000 to 2005 came back to assume the Executive Director position. Sharon is excited about being back at the Wise Center, and is passionate about the work the Wise Center does on behalf of the children and families of the Wiregrass community. Here is a brief introduction to the staff at the Wise Center:

Sharon H. Taylor, M.Ed


Sharon received her Master’s degree in counseling from the University of Virginia. She was a counselor at the Wise Center from 2000 to 2005. She went to work with another non-profit, Family Options, and was the Director of that program until she returned as the Executive Director of the Wise Center in May 2008. In addition to her responsibilities as director, Sharon provides individual, couples, group and family counseling. Sharon is committed to the values and mission of the Wise Center. She believes that the Wise Center, above all else, should be a safe place for healing from the trauma suffered by abuse. She and her small but dedicated staff are committed to providing counseling and educational services in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.

Lisa Smith, M.S.
 

Lisa has been with the Wise Center since December 2001. Lisa received her Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Southwestern Louisiana. Prior to working at the Wise Center, Lisa worked for Alabama Kids’ Choice, Altacare, Spectracare, and numerous other community counseling agencies. Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work. She provides individual, couples and family counseling, in addition to teaching the two parenting courses offered at the Wise Center and providing many of the community education programs.

Robbie Treadwell, M.S.
 

Robbie is a recent graduate of Troy University Dothan’s Master’s program in counseling. She spent 20 years in the U.S. Army, which provided her with supervisory and human relations experience prior to obtaining her Master’s degree. Robbie provides individual, couples and family counseling, in addition to teaching anger management classes to children, adolescents and adults.

George Johnson


George is a Senior Aide from the Senior Employment Program of the Southeast Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission. George is training as an Administrative Assistant. His presence has been invaluable, as the Wise Center was operating without consistent administrative assistance for quite some time

 

Wise Center’s Tenth Annual Golf Tournament
On June 20th, The Wise Center for Child Abuse Prevention held its Tenth Annual “Get Teed Off about Child Abuse” Golf Tournament. The event was held at Dothan National Golf Club. There were 15 teams in the Tournament. The Tournament was sponsored by: Time Warner Business Class, The Terrace at Grove Park, and Snell Service Company.

Wise Center Staff:
(Left to right): Sharon Taylor, Robbie Treadwell, Lisa Smith

First place (Carpet One):
(Left to right) Brian Holloway, Chester Sowell, Tom Hutchinson and Neil Holloway

  Second place (Colonial Bank):
(L to R) Phillip Meredith, Joey Burgoon, (not pictured, Mark Warren), Mace Kirkland


Third place (Wiregrass Title Loans):
(L to R) Samantha Willis, Billy Willis, not shown: Doyle Newby, Robert Earl Payne

A Huge Thank-You to our Major Sponsors:
Terrace at Grove Park
Time Warner Cable - Business Class
Snell Service Company
Exchange Club of Dothan
Marco's Restaurant & Lounge

Many Thanks also to our Hole Sponsors:

 

 

Wise Center’s First Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament

On August 1st, The Wise Center for Child Abuse Prevention held its first “Best Bet for the Kids” Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament. The event was held at Marco’s Restaurant. Social hour and registration began at 6 pm; play began at 7 pm. There were over 70 players in the Tournament. The first prize was a 3 day, 2 night trip to Biloxi. The second prize was a 3 day, 2 night golf package at Dothan National, including use of the pool, mineral pool and 2 half hour massages. The third prize was a 3 day, 2 night stay at Horizon South in Panama City Beach, FL. Door prizes were given to every player.

First place winner: Theresa Fox
(pictured with Sharon Taylor, Wise Center and Mark Traylor, Marco’s)

 Second place winner: Allan Eddy
(pictured with Sharon Taylor, Wise Center and Mark Traylor, Marco’s)


Third place winner: Jimmy Anderson
(pictured with Sharon Taylor, Wise Center and Mark Traylor, Marco’s)

The Wise Center will hold its next “Best Bet for the Kids” on Friday, November 21st. Mark your calendars now!