Mechanics Program
Vehicle Restoration
The Mechanics & Vehicle Restoration Program at Live.Grow.Share. offers participants an opportunity to a hands-on approach to learning the dynamics of vehicle repair. Working alongside our Certified Master Mechanic, this program provides therapeutic services while engaging in an educational environment. From oil changes, tire rotations, and small repairs to mechanics adventures and field trips, we give our participants a unique way to learn and grow.
What to Expect
The community recently donated 3 vehicles to the Mechanics program that we are so excited to start working on. Over this next quarter we will be working to restore each of these vehicles. Working closely with your Peer Support Specialist learning the art and craft of vehicle restoration. You will learn basic to advanced skill at the mechanics program with out mechanics expert Steve Patterson. In out Mechanics class outing we will go over everything from changing oil, body restoration, changing tires to full on engine repairs. Join our crew to collaborate as a team, learn new skills, fix cars, and build friendships!
Projects
Each of these vehicles were donated to our program from the community. Each of these vehicles are to be fully restored serving as the textbook for our Mechanics Classes.
2004 Ford Explorer
2003 Subaru Outback
2014 Ford Escape
Meet The Team
Steve Patterson
Position/Program:
Mechanics Dynamics Program Manager.
Why I do what I do:
I have been in the automotive industry most of my adult life. I started out as a mechanic and then we became known as automotive technicians. I spent years learning my profession and improving my knowledge and skills. I owned my own shop for a while, and I spent a few years teaching Automotive Technology in 2 Colleges. Now I work here in the Automotive Program, teaching people to fix cars. A lot of them are trying to learn everything they can to get a good job and start a good career. And that's why I work here. To help them all I can and to teach them what they will need to know to start in this industry. And every time one of my students starts a task they aren't familiar with, works hard, and then accomplishes something they didn't think they could do, they are so happy that they accomplished something they thought was impossible. And that's why I work here. To teach students and to help them learn and do things to build a future for themselves. And I know they will succeed. My job isn't about me, it's about the people I'm teaching. They are the real story.
Elizabeth White
Program/Position: Peer Support Specialist, Mechanics Program
Pronouns: she/he
Pets: one cat and one dog
Three of my favorite things: Fishing, crabbing, and camping
Something I do outside of work: I love the outdoors love to garden and spend time with the family at the river having BBQ’s.
Something interesting about me: I raised my grandson!
Why I do what I do: Helping people is at the core of who I am it is my passion. Ive been doing it my entire life!
Christopher Herrera, PSS
Program/Position: PSS/CRM in the mechanics and outdoor programs.
Pronouns: He,him
Pets: / My white orchid named Octavia
Three of my favorite things: granola and yogurt, being on the river and rock hounding
Something I do outside of work: Outside of work I like to spend time with my family
Something interesting about me: I love peanut butter 🤣
Why I do what I do: I enjoy helping others achieve their goals in life. A reaction from success or a simple smile brings enjoyment to what i do.
