Lenny Winchell  
MCAR, Inc.

Lenny grew up in Greenville in a poor family with four other siblings and his parents. His home environment was socially deprived with very little contact with the community other than school, where he attended special education classes until he graduated. His years following graduation were tumultuous. He had socially inappropriate behaviors and anger issues during the rare contacts he did have with anyone outside of his immediate family.

From 1992 through 1995, Lenny worked in the MCAR Pallet shop, while he resided in one of MCAR’s group homes. During that time in the Pallet shop, he demonstrated that he was capable of learning the skills necessary to produce the quality product needed. However, he was struggling socially. At the end of 1995, Lenny terminated his services at MCAR then returned to live with his family.

In 2004, Lenny and his parents moved to Hermitage. A year later, he decided to return to a day program. Lenny was readmitted to MCAR on October 11, 2005. When Lenny returned, it was apparent he was a different person. He presented himself as a more focused, calm individual. He informed staff of this by stating “I’m a different person than I used to be”. Time would tell.

And tell it has. His supervisor remarked that after being shown a new job skill the first time, he can perform it with accuracy and quality. He is willing to try any new task. He further stated, “Lenny has not failed at anything”. He has gained many new friends and the respect of staff. Lenny can be depended upon to help out in any situation as well as adjust to unexpected changes. He takes great pride in all his responsibilities. Time has proven that with the right opportunities, guidance, and encouragement, Lenny has matured into a dependable employee that any employer would be proud to have represent his/her company!