Lighthouse Project
for Individuals with Unique Learning Needs
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Lighthouse Project for Individuals with Unique Learning Needs |
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Kohar Enemark, MPH, OTR/L, CHES As of January 1st, 2005, ownership of The Lighthouse Project changed hands from Rondalyn Whitney, founder of the clinic, to the new clinic director, Kohar Enemark. After the birth of her second son, Alex, Rondalyn decided to resign as director in order to develop her writing and speaking interest as well as take time for her family. Rondalyn continues to be a big part of the clinic. She continues with her consulting career and with the Parent Intake programs at the Lighthouse Project. Kohar Enemark moved from Denmark to Campbell, California in 1991. She graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in Occupational Therapy and a Masters in Public Health Education. In the past eight years, Kohar had a successful private clinic in Campbell while contracting with various school districts as an occupational therapist. Her interest in assisting the children in every way motivated her to establish special programs at the schools for the children with sensory integration needs. She also recognized the importance of the social skills development among children and encouraged the teachers and the parents to work with her to implement the social interaction curriculums at the schools. She conducted teachers and parent training programs at public and privet school settings. She is famous for her hands on sensory integration presentations. Her lectures are very informative and educational. Prior to moving to California, Kohar worked in East Africa, with the Danish Embassy and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Here she developed documentary footage for several East African institutions. While in Africa, Kohar also worked with the East African Women's League planning inoculation programs for infants and children at the schools in Kenya. Her love of serving children with special needs prompted her to work in Kenya as a volunteer with a group of children with disabilities. Kohar has worked traveled in extensively in The Middle East, Europe, Africa and now North America. Her multicultural background and interest in people and languages has enabled her to acknowledge and respect differences and appreciate unique characters of her clients. Kohar is committed to work with the pediatric population for many years to come. She is determined to make the Lighthouse Project a place where children and parents can receive the best services possible. Her source of inspiration to work harder comes form the dedication and the sacrifices the parents make to bring their children to the Lighthouse project. The new challenge is now in the form of becoming the clinic director of The Lighthouse Project. Rondalyn and Kohar are respected colleagues with many similar interests and goals. Through her new consulting position, Rondalyn continues to work closely at the clinic. As the new director, Kohar hopes to explore new areas of specialization in order to further serve the children and their families. |
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