Keynote Presentations

“This is a formal thank you for being with us t our service recognition awards night and giving such an energizing, valuing and funny speech. Your talents are amazing. On behalf of CLS I would like to say that you amazed us all with your story. It takes courage and a strong will to come back from such a life challenge as you did; you will save lives in many ways.”
- Lucie, Director of Employment Community Living Society (CLS)

“Jerome is inspiring and funny and his words of wisdom confirmed the value of my work.”
- CLS Staff-

"It is rare that I have attended a conference and the Keynote speaker totally captivated me, made sense, and inspired. You have a unique gift of engaging people and through sharing your amazing experiences, adventures, strategies for life, and spirit you have made us all think about how we CHOOSE to live in today's world. For me i am inspired to look forward to the next day and to go after my dreams. Thank you for being here."
- Randy -Conference - Fairbanks Alaska, California

Today, I saw you speak in front of my new classmates at Douglas College, and am so grateful to you and your voice for speaking to us today. You, touched my heart in a way that I never thought was possible. I was the girl in the brown shirt who you gave a clown nose and a tennis ball to that stated "I Have A Dream", if you have a superior memory. I have been doubting my passions and everything about myself lately, through a series of unfortunate events with people who are close to me. You have returned my faith in what I have set out to do, which is indeed, accomplish my dreams.”
- Robyn, ECE student at Douglas College

School Workshops/Presentations

“ I was talking to a co-worker the other day who shared a story about there asking a past student what one thing do you remember from your high schools days that made the biggest impact on you?” She replied….”that guy in the wheelchair who gave out tennis balls. I still have that tennis ball”
- Dan Kenkel - VP Maple Ridge Alternate

“Thanks. I'll be there. By the way, your presentation at my school the other day, Summit Middle, was great and loving to a lot of people. Thanks to u, I am now starting to be more open minded to the world around me and I am going to take Action!!!!
- Raagini - Gr. 7

“I was at my son’s hockey practice the other day and i heard a group of kids about 13,14 years old talking about a guy in a wheelchair and how cool he was and what he said made so much sense. I heard the name Jerome. What was amazing to me is that they were talking about a school you spoke at but none of them attend the school. You messages and spirit reach so many in so many ways.”
- Rob, Parent

“I thought what you did here was cool because after you left I saw changes in people, like you made them think. All the people you gave tennis balls to, they kept them like they were gold!”
- ROB, GR.12 STUDENT MAPLE RIDGE

Remember the first day you challenged me to quit pot for a week. Well. I thought I should tell you it has been a month, cold turkey without a hoot. Thank you for the challenge. You made a difference in my life.”
- Ben, Grade 11, Terry Fox Sr.

“Hi Jerome. I just spoke with Susan (the girl whose mom was suicidal). She told me that you were very helpful and that she was really sorry that you had left. She said you gave her lots of useful information and told her things about her mom's struggle that she had never thought of. What a testimonial! Kids are never polite - they tell it like they see it. Thanks so much.”
- Andrea, Youth Worker

"Jerome, you are living proof that miracles do happen, you are blessing to this earth. You have the courage to tell your story so that youth know there is hope. You have inspired us to look inside our hearts, and to not look at what others have done, but what they will do. You taught us courage and inspired us to have it!. Jerome you came and told a story, you made us understand that we can take our own lives into our own hands. I'm thankful for you showing us a new way of thinking about life."
- Katrina, Alta, Amanda, from Sac Town Independent Living Program

“Everyone’s eyes were fixed on you, which is unusual at our normally boring assembly’s. This was not like others because you were in direct contact with us, staring powerfully into our eyes. I hope you come back.”
- Jerry, Gr. 10

Community & Professional Workshops/Presentations

“I have had the privilege to work with Jerome in California, and Canada on several occasions and it is a pleasure to work with such an upbeat, personable and creative man. I particularly like that at his core is an ethics for peace, justice and care.”
- Dr. Patch Adams

"A very dynamic presenter with excellent hands on style".
- Mary, 34yrs old.

"You said that you seem to run in to and meet people that, in a way seem serendipitous. Well, I have to tell you. In that past week I have practically had a nervous breakdown related completely to nursing school. I said "I have had it. I don't want to be a nurse, I don't want to be in nursing school. This isn't what I wanted". Then you came along, speaking of guardian angels, and I think, that my guardian angel had sent you. I feel a new sense of who I am and who I intended to be when I decided to be apply for nursing school. Anyway thanks. I hope to meet you again soon."
- Kelly - Nursing Student - Douglas College.

“It is people like you who risk being different and pursue their goals to help others deal more effectively with their problems that provides contributions that are invaluable.”
- Susan Hagen. Past Counselor, Pinetree Secondary

Jerome you are one of a kind and you have such a spirit and presence that totally is motivational and inviting. You are a great role model for other people with disabilities. Your workshop raised my attention to how important it is to have an open heart, share a smile and a hug, and appreciate every day."
- Don and Jan - Abilities Expo San Jose, CA

Master of Ceremonies

“Rare is the occurrence when a person can enter a room and their energy light up a room. You not only lead us through the event, but your humour, stories, the way you engaged and interacted with people, was truly inspiring. You made the event a huge success.”
- Jennifer - Youth Conference- Seattle, WA

"Regarding your Keynote and Master of Ceremonies for our Career Fair, the feedback we received about you was very positive, with several young people indicating that your piece was the most valuable aspect of the event.
- Kristy Dohla - YWCA