Aaron attended the University of Northern Colorado where he received a bachelor’s in psychology and a minor in sociology. Aaron has been an Independent Living Advisor with CPWD since 2010 and is passionate about helping people living independently.

Barbara has been with CPWD since 2015 as a Home Health nurse, and has been a nurse for more than 50 years. She works onsite in the office and in the field with consumers in their own homes. 

Bertha has been with CPWD since 1985! As our receptionist, she’s the friendly face at the door, and keeps everybody in touch with each other. Bertha loves working with other people and supporting the work at CPWD.

Brandy attended Mississippi State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling. She worked as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services for 4 years. She joined CPWD in 2019, and strongly supports the mission of assisting individuals with disabilities in overcoming barriers to living independently.

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Chris has worked with CPWD since August 2013 as a fundraising and communications consultant. His background includes marketing and fundraising for various nonprofit and for-profit pro-social organizations in the community.

Connie served in the US Air Force in support of Operation Desert Storm, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and completed Master’s coursework in mental health counseling. Her 20-year career in advocacy includes work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program Director, and as the supervisor at a residence for people with developmental disabilities.  She joined CPWD in 2019, and is excited to assist veterans in maintaining a vital level of independence.  

Darcy McLean has been a Low Vision Skills Educator and Low Vision Support Group Facilitator in the Beyond Vision Program since 2015. Darcy has lifelong experience in low vision & blindness, with an Bachelors of Science in Human Services Counseling and 20+ years living with low vision herself. She is an avid kayaker, hiker, and gardener.  Darcy feels a strong connection to those with low vision and those caring for people with vision loss.

David has had low vision since the age of 17. He brings a wealth of adaptive technology experience after working at Apple, and a genuine passion for helping others experiencing sight loss. He is a graduate of the University of Northern Colorado. David joined CPWD in 2019.

Dawn loves sharing her knowledge and skills to encourage and help others. Dawns’ work at CPWD began in 2018 as a volunteer. Dawn has worked for Guide Dogs for the Blind and continues to provide awareness to the community when she and Feebie, her guide dog, are out and about in the Longmont Community. 

Debbie has been working with the elderly since 2007 as a Certified Nurse’s Aide and in the Life Enrichment department. She worked as a independent home care aide for two years before coming to CPWD in 2014. Debbie has two granddaughters who were both born with moderated hearing loss. She loves helping people  live a full and independent life.

Diane has worked at CPWD since 1984 in a variety of roles including independent living, youth summer employment and as the Longmont manager. She serves on several local committees including the St. Vrain Community Council Executive Committee, Longmont Housing Opportunities Team, and as a Peer Educator for Strength Based Professional Development through Boulder County’s Building Livable and Caring Communities for All.

Diane started working for CPWD in March of 2016 as the Accounting and Administrative Assistant. Prior, she was a bookkeeper at an assisted living home. She also worked in a manufacturing company as an office manager, oversseeing finances and human resources.

Estefania started her journey at CPWD in 2017 as a volunteer. She developed a close relationship with consumers and staff during this time. She then joined the Beyond Vision team as the Bilingual Beyond Vision Skills Trainer to bring her knowledge and experience to the Beyond Vision Program . Having a passion for Orientation and Mobility instruction and accessible technology, she is currently pursuing further education in the field. 

Holly has a wealth of experience assisting people with disabilities in achieving independence. Prior to joining CPWD in 2019, she worked for more than 20 years managing an employment program that  assisted people with disabilities increase their job skills, employment readiness training, job development and placement support,  and long term supports for those employed.

Jan has a life time passion for people who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. She has a Deaf sister who was her inspiration and she has been involved with the Deaf community for many years. Jan finds great fulfillment being an advocate, teaching, and assisting people in Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. Jan also has a passion for people who are Blind and Low-Vision and has volunteered at the Anchor Center for Blind Children. Her deepest desire has always been to work with people who are Deaf and Blind. Jan has been with CPWD since 2013.

Jane started working in the independent living movement in 2000 when she first worked with CPWD. Jane rejoined the team in 2016.  She feels passionately about disability  rights and finds that it is the strength of the human heart and spirit that keeps her  so deeply engaged in this work.

Janelle is an Employment Specialist & Work Incentives Counselor certified by Virginia Commonwealth University in collaboration with the Social Security Administration to provide in-depth benefits counseling to Social Security beneficiaries so they can understand how their benefits may be impacted when they start working. Janelle offers services in American Sign Language (ASL) and English. Janelle has been with CPWD since 2016.

Kia joined CPWD in 2013 as and Independent Living Advisor, eventually becoming the manager for the Independent Living Day program. Currently, she is working in our Home Health Department, managing critical skilled and unskilled nursing services, that allow people with disabilities with medical and other needs to remain independent in their own homes. 

Lisa returned to CPWD in June 2017 working with all grant funding programs in Boulder, Longmont and Thornton as the Director of Core Services, transitioning in 2019 to Home Health Administrator.  Lisa began working for non-profit organizations in 2005 and managing programs for individuals with disabilities in 2011.  She is excited to support CPWD’s mission of assisting individuals with disabilities in overcoming barriers to independent living.  

Margaret joined CPWD in 2012 after moving to Colorado from Michigan where she worked in administration and accounting. She has two children and enjoys the Colorado outdoors.

Marni has been the HR Coordinator since October of 2017. Previously, she worked at CPWD for 5 years.  

Martha Fierro has long-term experience with seniors and people with disabilities. She has a passion for assisting people to overcome struggles and strive for personal growth. Martha joined CPWD in 2019, and represents CPWD as a member fo the Supporting Action for Mental Health steering committee in the Longmont community.

Maria has been with CPWD since 2010. Originally from Armenia, she started her career in human rights organizations in 2001 in Moscow, Russia, where she was part of the management team for an Art Rehabilitation Studio for orphans with disabilities. She is also the Founder and Board member of the Colorado Chapter of the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief. Maria is a graduate of the Moscow Financial College and 2017 graduate of the Leadership Academy of Georgetown University.

Melanie received her undergraduate from Colorado State University and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver. She has been with CPWD since September of 2012 as a Beyond Vision Skills Trainer. She enjoys working with older adults, which is her passion. Working with people have low vision has been a wonderful opportunity for her as her mother has been dealing with vision loss since her mid-twenties. 

Teresa Greene holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development with a focus on Special Education and Youth Mental Health. She has more than 15 years of professional and personal experience working with people with a range of disabilities. Teresa joined CPWD in 2019. She has a compassionate heart and is always willing to help out.