Our Team

We are a “Community of One.” The Center is run by individuals with disabilities for individuals with disabilities. In order to call ourselves an independent living center, at least 51% of our board of directors must be individuals with disabilities. Additionally, many of the Center’s staff also have personal experience with a disability.

Our Team

Staff

Meghan Staring, MBA
Executive Director

Debbie Martin
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Shelly  Levers
Transition Specialist

Heather Merrill
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Jena Parker
Service Coordinator

Vince Baker
NY Connects Outreach Specialist

Don Wyckoff
Director of Community Relations

Selena Granata
Service Coordinator

Ashley Schmidt
Programs Specialist

Pam Butler
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Maria Savino
Employment Specialist
 
Joda Kearney
Employment Specialist

Board of Directors

Tom Brindley,
Superintendent, Oneonta City Schools
President

Lyle Smith,
VP / SR Business Banker, NBT Bank
Treasurer

Nancy Morton,
Community Member
Secretary

Don Gersch, Community Member

Tom Quiter, Community Member

Lisa Fisher, Community Member

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