Pathways to Possibility…this is our theme for 2026! Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories of how doors open when people come together—creating pathways that support full, meaningful lives. These stories will include the 24 honorees that will be celebrated at our Annual Recognition Gala.
Meet Bob! He grew up on a ranch near Deadwood and joined the Black Hills Works family in 2018.
Programs involved in with BHW: I’m in employment, residential, and day services programming.
Do you have a job? If so, where: I work on a Black Hills Works’ contract at Monument Health where I help with assembling kits. I am also the honorary mayor of our day services programs, where I love to give tours of the buildings. I like to visit and make sure everyone is having a good day.
People who are important to you: My brother, sister, niece, and Black Hills Works staff are all important to me.
What makes you happy: Joking around makes me happy. So do memories of my family and childhood on the ranch. Helping out makes me happy. I like to get out and enjoy myself.
What you want people to know about you: I am very outgoing and love to talk. I like to make sure everyone gets along and things go smoothly. I have good days and bad days.
Favorite things: Spending time on my niece’s ranch, cooking and talking about recipes, and gardening. I like wild game and enjoyed hunting and processing deer with my grandpa and brother. I don’t watch TV but I like to listen to music. I like to give tours to visitors of where I live.
What is one thing you would like to accomplish in 2026: Gardening at the new residence I’ll be moving into.
What are you most proud of: The crafts and handiwork I do.
Best part of being part of BHW: Getting to work with a lot of people. Staff helping us going out for drives in the Hills and to the parks.
One word to describe you: Outgoing.
Congratulations, Bob!
