Rochelle Harrod is a native Washingtonian born and raised in the Petworth and Deanwood neighborhoods She is the middle child of 3 children born to Bruce and Denise Harrod. At the age of one, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and hydrocephalus. She holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Bachelor’s Degree in psychology from Trinity Washington University. Rochelle never allowed her disability to hinder her personal, career, or educational goals. In her spare time, she loves to sell Avon, Paparazzi Jewelry, and Partylite Candles. She is a former Ms. Wheelchair DC, who is very passionate about showing individuals how to navigate the system and get the services they need. For the last 12 years, as a Prince Georgian she has served as an Independent Living Specialist for the Residents of Prince George’s County at Independence Now which is the non-residential center for independent living that serves people with disabilities in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. Rochelle is also an advocate in her community. She serves on the board of Just 4 Us Foundation, which is a non-profit that provides community enrichment activities for at risk youth and individuals with special needs in DC and Prince George’s County.
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