Wonder Woman, Lauren Bell, celebrates 10-year anniversary at TVS
Lauren Bell celebrated her decade of employment at TVS on May 20, 2021. “People sometimes call me Wonder Woman,” said Lauren. “I have definitely gained more muscles from working here.” Lauren is described as “an energic individual who is always smiling and laughing” by her supervisor, Noah Orr.…
Dedication of Avery's Place
Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) is honored to have dedicated its new modular classroom on behalf of past program participant and dear friend Avery McKeller. Avery was both a participant and employee at TVS since 2016, and she was an integral member of the TVS family. Her smile and energy…
TVS participates in Cornhole Tournament
Last weekend, TVS happily participated in the Rotary Club of Brevard’s first annual cornhole tournament at the new Depot on Railroad Avenue. The competition was a charity event that helped to raise approximately $3500 for local charities including the Transylvania County Special Olympics. “We were…
Self-Advocate Cathy Miller represents TVS at SourceAmerica Grassroots Advocacy Conference
This year the SourceAmerica Grassroots Advocacy Conference was held virtually during the last week of April. Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) happily nominated Cathy Miller, the longest employee at TVS, as a self-advocate for the conference. “I was happy to be nominated,” said Miller. “It was…
TVS celebrates Jamie Owen for two decades of dedicated work
In April 2021, Jamie Owen celebrated his 20th year of packaging, line working, and comradery at Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS). Before coming to work at TVS, Jamie worked as a Supported Employment client and was placed with a job coach at a local store bagging groceries. After a year, Jamie…
TVS increases capacity to continue assisting with international famine relief efforts
Brevard, NC (May 11, 2021) -- Food insecurity has surged in recent years across the world. As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, more individuals are affected or at a higher risk than ever before. To help combat this growing rate of worldwide food insecurity, Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS…
TVS 'Bite Local' program working to reward employees, support local restaurants
Brevard, NC (April, 21 2021) -- Earlier this year, Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) initiated ‘Bite Local,’ a TVS Restaurant Support Program intended to reward its employees and give back to the local community. Four times per year, TVS selects three local restaurants in the community and…
A 'PAW'-fect donation drive benefiting the shelter animals.
In another successful donation drive, Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) spent the last couple of weeks collecting food, treats, and toys for the Transylvania County Animal Shelter. “We chose to donate to the Animal Shelter because of the pandemic causing a high rate of displaced animals and…
Community partnerships work together in supporting local children during pandemic
TVS has been assisting with the delivery of meals from Brevard High School to the Cindy Platt Boys & Girls Club and the Boys & Girls Club’s Teen Center in an effort to help the community navigate the struggles of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Boys & Girls Club was providing an average of 75 meals a day…