Residential Program Director
Melissa serves as the Residential Program Director at New Opportunities and Ways, where she leads a deep commitment to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities. With a focus on creating safe, supportive, and enriching home environments, she oversees residential and respite services that honor each person’s dignity, independence, and unique strengths.
Driven by a belief that everyone deserves the chance to thrive. She works closely with staff, families, and community partners to ensure that every individual receives personalized care and meaningful opportunities to grow.
Her work is guided by a simple but powerful philosophy: when people are supported with respect and possibility, their lives open in extraordinary ways. At New Opportunities and Ways, Melissa is proud to help create those pathways — one person, one home, and one breakthrough at a time.
What motivates Melissa most is seeing growth — whether it’s a resident gaining confidence, a staff member stepping into their strengths, or a family feeling supported and understood. She believes that progress often begins with small, consistent opportunities, and she is dedicated to creating those opportunities every day.
