About Peggy Palmiter

I think it’s important for you to know a little about me since I bring the stories of Underdue Social Services and Embracing Arms to this blog. I have a Masters and PhD in Social Work, and the following list gives you a small sample of the things I have done and care about.

1. I am a baby boomer who was born in Western New York State
2. I had a father who loved learning technology
3. I received a Masters in Social Work in 1972
4. I bought my first Apple IIE computer in 1975
5. I worked with children and families for 15 years as a Child Welfare Worker, a Therapist and an Administrator.
6. I learned about some of the struggles of the human spirit
7. I received my PhD in Social Work in 2000
8. I consult with nonprofit organizations on social media
9. I joyously taught professionals and social work students for 10 years
10. I owned and operated my own photo finishing franchise
11. I learned what technology giveth, technology taketh away
12. I love and live photography
13. I work in design – print, web, photographic
14. I log in to my 80 year old mother’s computer to help her learn
15. I believe the salvation of any people is their ability to stay connected to the ones they love

I hope this information gives you a small window into my background and experience.  I hope I can earn your trust.  But it really isn’t about me.  It’s all about telling the story.