Self Advocate

Meet Bobbi Christensen, the new SABE advisor

Hi ACL friends,

My parents, twin sister, and I grew up in a small town in Colorado. I have certificates in Computer Applications, Paralegal Studies (with an emphasis on disability rights), and a certificate in Social Work from the State of Arizona.

After working in the social work field for six years in Arizona, I completed my Bachelor of Science in Human Services at the University of Phoenix. After moving back to Colorado, I went back to school to do a master's in nonprofit business at Regis University for career advancement. Initially, I worked as a nursery coordinator, and since November 2020, I have worked as a job coach supporting people with disabilities to write resumes that highlight their qualifications.

Since February 2021, I have been an advisor for SABE Boulder/Broomfield, and I get inspired by working with and watching people achieve their dreams. I've always had a heart for working with nonprofits and helping people with disabilities succeed in life no matter what their choices and challenges. I feel encouraged when I can see another human being empowered by the small difference I made in their lives.

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I was born with Cerebral Palsy (CP) and use a power wheelchair for mobility. I always try to show people that my Disability is a gift from God to show the world that there are many ways to accomplish anything you want to; you just have to look outside the box to find it. Please don't judge a book by its cover.

My hobbies are creative writing, reading, riding horses, spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy singing with friends and speaking in public to help break down barriers for people with disabilities and older people.


My email is Bobbi9773@gmail.com, please feel free to ask me questions at any time.

If you are interested in SABE you can find a link to our meetings on the calendar on the ACL’s website.

Everyone is welcome to join us.

-Post by Bobbi Christensen, SABE Advisor

SABE is starting a blog!

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We are your local group of Self Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE), and we are starting a blog! If you are a self advocate with an IDD and want your voice to be heard, let us know! We will post your thoughts, ideas, dreams, and rants here! Just send us an email with what you would like us to post. It doesn’t have to be in writing. You can record a video of yourself on your phone or make an audio recording of your thoughts. Share your thoughts - however you share best! Our SABE members will review it and post it after it’s approved!

-Post by ACL Staff