Generations, LLC
Providing quality section 21, 28, & 29 services to Maine with over 20 years of experience.
Providing quality section 21, 28, & 29 services to Maine with over 20 years of experience.
Generations originated in January of 2002 when it’s Founder split away from Bridges of Maine to further develop a focus on the Behavioral Health aspect of care. It all started with a question…
It is our fundamental belief that everyone’s contribution to their community is based upon their unique strengths and characteristics. It is important to be viewed as someone who embodies self-respect and is viewed by others as a respected community member.
We strive to help create a society in which all people are treated with respect and dignity. There can be many obstacles to confront along the way, often requiring a connector to cross them. It is our hope to be that nexus between each individual and their goals, while inspiring a positive attitude in others in the process. An environment where people with intellectual disabilities, ASD and other needs will feel an integral part of a supported and positive community. It is our mission to offer excellence of care to individuals and families we work with in order that they may live, work, and thrive in their community.
In the late 80's and early 90's I watched the institutions empty out. I wondered if the culture had been different and people stayed at home what differences would there have been within the lives of these individuals, their family and the communities.
Fast forward to the present and with 34 years in this field, I’m looking back on the development of this type of business and am pleased to have been a part of the movement away from words like “institutionalized, program, and normalization” and towards a more humanistic direction involving community, service and participation.
When I’m not working, I spend time with my dogs, home-improvements and relaxing with family.
It’s remarkable to think how common it was, just 20-something years ago, to socially segregate children with a learning disability. To set them apart. When I was in school, children on the Autism spectrum were not treated with compassion by their peers. It has been such a privilege to watch that change in real time.
Exercising empathy and respecting diversity is rewarding for the giver and the receiver. Any part I can play in that shift is a day well spent. That’s why I love being a part of Generations. This job is an opportunity to promote dignity for people who process information differently, to celebrate what’s great about individualism, and to build lasting, meaningful relationships.
I’ve been a part of this organization since 2010, as a BHP and a Service Developer. Before that, I was in media. I spent 5 years as a sports and news broadcaster for a local radio station in New Hampshire. Both jobs, it turns out, are all about communication.
Out of the office, I am a proud husband and father of 2. I have a young daughter who wants to be a “teacher for babies”, and a middle school aged son who has worked his way into being a pretty good hockey player. I like to jog and play chess. I’ve been known to sing karaoke from time to time. And I absolutely never miss a Boston Celtics game (except the day my daughter was born).
I began working with neurodiverse children, by chance, shortly after I graduated from college in 2002, and I immediately fell in love with the work. For me I enjoyed the freedom of working in settings and places that I have always found therapeutic (nature, parks, libraries, etc.). I also really enjoyed the opportunity of learning about the gifts and strengths of each of the children and families that I served. It is now 22 years later, and I continue to find joy and challenge in each workday. The wisdom, self-awareness, and skills that I have developed are all owed to the individuals I have worked with over the years.
For me Generations seeks to empower people by teaching skills, teaching self-regulation, teaching self-advocacy, and by building relationships. Here we are immersed in an encouraging community where people are seen and where they might begin to see themselves achieving things beyond what they might have imagined for themselves.
When I am not working, I love to be active and to spend time with my family. I am always happy when I can be in nature, listen to music, experience art, watch a performance, or read a novel.
Although History and Government were my initial focus I chose Social Work as a minor course and ended up loving it so much that I pursued my Masters. Since 1999 I have been working in this field and have worked with both children’s and adult services. Now with Generations I am currently focused on expanding the Shared Living Services throughout the State of Maine.
I really enjoy meeting and maintaining the professional relationships I get to develop with each family and client. I get a lot of joy from the history of development and growth I am allowed to witness as I serve and work with them.
Something I feel is remarkable about Generations is that choosing to work with us is making a choice for quality. We as individuals maintain a pretty high level of self-expectation and personal integrity. Treating others as if they were our OWN family. That’s the difference here.
I’ve been with this team since 2003, and love that I get to be a positive part of the communities we serve.
I love working with Generations because it’s not a “static” program but rather dynamic and respectful to our participants and families. Our array of services are designed to enrich and encourage our participants. We all love to see how personal success brightens them.
When I am not working love spending time with my nieces and nephews. I am an avid gardener and love to home decorate. As a certified yoga teacher, I can decompress and rejuvenate.
I’ve been here since 2003 and now work with Children’s Services.
I really love getting to work with the younger kids to see them grow as a person and into their adulthood with solid skills and self-esteem. I find this very gratifying. As a mom of 2 amazing boys who are both on the Autistic Spectrum, I get to see what dedicated individual care can do for their self-confidence.
The fact is, I feel that unique care is something different with Generations. Each participant can become the best they can be and learn skills of social, societal and personal development. We have proven success in working with our participants. We WANT to be there for them.
When I’m not working I love Kayaking, fishing, hunting and reading as well as spending time with my family.
