Woodside Homes, with the help of its subcontractors and vendors, joined forces with Builders Care and renovated an old woodshop and garage to create a “Rewards Room” for the residents of the Nassau Juvenile Residential Facility.
The Nassau Juvenile Residential Facility is a moderate risk treatment program that serves boys between the ages of 12 and 18. The goal of the residential facility is to provide a safe and caring environment that emphasizes responsible living and accountability for teens.
John Harris, Woodside Homes’ Amelia Walk Project Manager, supervised the weeklong project and said it was one of the most gratifying he’s participated in. His work was commended by Woodside division president Glenn Layton.
“John went above and beyond his daily responsibilities,” said Layton. “He was on-site at the Nassau County project all day coordinating with the subcontractors while tending to homes under construction after hours.”
The “Rewards Room,” a remodeled garage and woodshop, was outfitted with new drywall and insulation, an updated HVAC system, roof repairs, interior and exterior paint, new flooring and new lighting. The room will be used as an incentive to encourage the boys to practice good behavior.
Numerous area vendors and industry members contributed by donating time and amenities for the project.
Intermark Design Group donated new furniture and decorative items and Scott Alarm donated a new 40” plasma TV. Additional donations came from Aggressive Electric, United Site Services, Carpet N’ Drapes, Colorwheel Paints, Concrete Masters, Duratyte Insulation, Hickman’s Heating and Air Conditioning, Jerry Foster Drywall, Premier Windows & Cabinets, Sandhill Recycle Center, Stewart Lighting, Top Gun Roofing and Travis Construction.
The team from Wakefield Beasley Architects and Planners also joined in the effort with Woodside Homes on-site to donate their labor and time.
The anticipation of the room was evident by the teens and when workers were asked by one youngster what was inside the new room, a Builders Care staff member gave a reply that left him even more eager and curious.
“You’ve got to behave,” said the member, “and then you’ll find out!”