P2P Executive Director Brenda Noel is thrilled to represent our community this week at ANCOR American Network of Community Options and Resources’s Policy Summit & Day on the Hill. With Medicaid under threat as well as other unprecedented challenges confronting people with disabilities and the service system that supports them, this is a critical moment to connect and advocate on their behalf. Brenda and the rest of the Massachusetts contingency—including the fantastic Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers leadership team— are ready for an important and impactful day working with members of Congress and the Senate on behalf of the individuals and families we serve. #disabilityrights #AdvocacyInAction (fb)

We are thrilled to announce this year’s Carol Beard Visionary STAFF LEADER AWARDEES Joas Mushabe & Maureen Nabakiibi! 🎉🌟 Joas and Maureen have been outstanding leaders among the staff at Orchard Ave. for many years, always keeping our clients’ safety, well-being, and quality of life at the forefront of their work. They are supportive and enthusiastic colleagues, good-natured in the face of inevitable challenges, and collaborative, respectful partners with our families. Joas and Maureen were nominated by their colleagues, who shared the following: “Joas and Maureen are steadfast advocates for the individuals at Orchard Ave. Never have I heard Joas or Maureen speak to an individual with frustration in their voice or lose any patience. They both have an amazing ability to walk into work each day with a positive attitude, ready to meet the needs of everyone.” ”Joas and Maureen have consistently blown me away with their knowledge, communication skills, and advocacy. They both truly make a difference in the lives of the individuals at Orchard Ave.” We are grateful for their dedication to the individuals we serve and to our mission, and we are excited to celebrate their accomplishments at the Autumn Auction on October 9! Please join us in congratulating and thanking Joas and Maureen! We can’t wait to share who will be honored with this year’s Carol Beard Visionary Community Leader Award—announcement coming soon! LEARN MORE | SPONSOR | DONATE | ATTEND https://pathway2possible.org/autumnauction (fb)