I've known the love and compassion of special needs individuals since I was a kid. I grew up with three cousins all on the spectrum, and spent three years in high school volunteering in the special needs classroom. From students who needed a little extra help focusing to those who were nonverbal and struggled to communicate, I was lucky to enjoy their friendship. In my spare time, I like to go to the park with my husband and our two golden retrievers, Nellie and Cricket. I also love to cook and try new recipes. One thing you should know about me is I'm empathetic. I'm familiar with the struggles parents and families of special needs kids face, and I hope to be a reliable resource. My skills include finding new ways to communicate, leading with love, and understanding every person is unique.