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CEO CHRISTOPHER WHITE NAMED MARSHFIELD BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR This year, RTR's CEO Christopher White received The Marshfield Business Leader of the Year award in recognition of his strong leadership skills, his expertise and his dedication to RTR and the community. It is a well-deserved award for an exceptional leader. Today, RTR serves 1,300 individuals and employs more than 800 people, making it one of the largest employers in the area. "I am so surprised, honored and humbled to be named Business Leader of the Year," said White. "I love being able to work within my community while also making a positive impact on so many individuals; the fact that this award comes from my hometown means so much more to me." MAKING LIVES BETTER GALA RTR's Making Lives Better Gala was held on Friday, September 27th at the Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy, with its breathtaking views of the Boston skyline. This annual event raises much needed funds to help support the programs and people RTR serves daily. The event features a cocktail reception, exclusive silent and super silent auction items, high end raffles, dinner and a compelling program. The event celebrates the successes of the organization and everyone who has helped RTR continue with its mission of making lives better. RTR believes strongly in dignity and humanity of every person. Often, RTR serves individuals who have been turned away from other organizations due to the severity of their disabilities. RTR's strengths lie in its ability to meet the needs of every individual through a clinical approach and wrap around services, which meet the individual where they are in their lives. This approach has proven to be extremely successful, and has helped RTR truly be a leader in serving the needs of everyone who walks through their door. "We serve people who are very challenging and they are the people we love the best," says White. 2019 has been a wonderful year from RTR in many ways, but White still keeps his focus on the future: "We reflect not just on how far we have all come, but how much further we need to go." If you are interested in learning more, volunteering or donating, visit their website at roadtoresponsibility.org, like their Facebook page or call 781.834.1300. 25 TheSouthShoreMagazine.com must now adapt to a new routine. RTR has 49 group homes that provide individuals with wrap-around services, 24-hour staffing and a supportive environment where individuals can thrive and build relationships throughout adulthood and through the rest of their lives. RTR was thrilled to open its newest home in Abington this year, which will provide housing for five women with Autism. RTR, and other similar organizations, have seen rising numbers of individuals with Autism, and is working to meet the needs of this growing population. RTR continues to serve the South Shore region by providing housing options that meet the varying needs of individuals. PREVENTION HEALTH LITERACY AWARD FINALIST RTR was proud to be recognized and named a finalist for South Shore Community Partners in Prevention (SSCPP) Health Literacy Award, which honors individuals and organizations who make outstanding contributions to health literacy and increase awareness of health information in our community. At the June 14th ceremony in Plymouth, RTR was presented with a citation from Congressman Bill Keating, honoring its noteworthy work in providing healthcare access and social opportunities for ID/D residents of the South Shore. White expressed his gratitude to SSCPP, deeply appreciative of the fact that RTR was nominated. SSCPP was later quoted as saying that this "was a great opportunity to learn more about their important work and talk about ways in which we can all help each other and further this cause." FALMOUTH ROAD RACE TEAM RAISES $13,000 This year, Road to Responsibility received ten bib numbers for the Falmouth Road Race, a seven mile road race through Falmouth featuring more than 11,000 runners. Elite runners from around the world compete in this race but it is, at its core, a fun run and an inspirational fundraising opportunity. The ten runners trained and fundraised for 5 months in preparation for the race. These runners included RTR employees, parents, business owners and friends of the organization. Collectively, the group raised more than $13,000; well above their $10,000 goal. Plans are already underway for next year's RTR Falmouth team.