MyPath

11/20/2025

🏳️‍🌈✨ Members of our LGBTQ+ Pathfinders recently attended the Courage Plus Family Decade Gala in Milwaukee! MyPath was proud to be a Safe Spaces Sponsor for this incredible event.

Creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive is at the heart of what we do. We’re honored to stand alongside community partners who share that same mission. 💜

This year’s gala raised an astounding $200,455 to support Courage+'s mission of empowering and uplifting LGBTQ+ youth. The room was filled with over 700 guests, radiating love, energy, and community pride. 🌈

We’re still inspired by the message that echoed throughout the night: when we show up together, we remind every young person that they are seen, supported, and celebrated.

11/19/2025

🇺🇸 Recently, MyPath’s Salute to Service Pathfinders Employee Resource Group had the privilege of providing a lunchtime meal train for the families staying at the Fisher House Wisconsin in Milwaukee.

Thanks to MyPath’s sponsorship, we provided more than 18 lunches and dinners, desserts, and fully restocked the refrigerators for families.

With help from Mission BBQ, the meal included brisket, pulled pork, green beans, mac and cheese, cornbread, and buns.

Our team also had the chance to tour the home, see volunteers prepare a suite for a new family, and spend time getting to know the dedicated staff who make this support possible.

We’re honored to give back to those who give so much. 🇺🇸

11/18/2025

Congratulations to Cherilyn Thomas, Executive Director of T.C. Harris School & Academy, a MyPath Company, on being elected to the IARCA (Indiana Association of Resources and Child Advocacy) Board of Directors! 👏

IARCA represents nearly 100 member agencies across Indiana that provide vital services, including residential care, foster care, transitional and independent living, home-based services, shelter care, and crisis stabilization.

Cheri’s leadership, experience, and commitment to supporting youth and families make her an outstanding addition to the IARCA board. We’re proud to have her representing T.C. Harris and the MyPath family! 💙

11/17/2025

🌟 Happy Employee Resource Group Day! 🌟

Today, we’re celebrating our incredible employee-owners who lead and participate in our Pathfinders Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) — each one helping shape a stronger, more inclusive MyPath.

Our Pathfinders ERGs include:
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+
🌎 Race & Ethnicity
🧠 Abilities & Neurodiversity
💪 Women
🌿 Environment
💛 Mental Health
👥 Generations
🎖️ Salute to Service

Thank you for the passion, connection, and community you bring to our workplace. You make us stronger, more supportive, and more inclusive every single day.

11/16/2025

Our MyPath team recently had the opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate progress at the Sustainable Business Council Conference.

The event was attended by our Environmental Pathfinder Leaders Cyndi Loehr and Vanessa Gagliano, and Matt Balestrieri, Director of ESG, who also participated as a presenter.

Matt co-presented “Behavior Change at Work: Strategies for Sustainability Engagement” alongside Michelle Miller (Symrise), with David Vigliotta (Slipstream) serving as moderator. During the session, he highlighted MyPath’s idling reduction initiative, sharing how Prader-Willi Homes reduced idling minutes by 42% despite a 9% increase in miles driven — resulting in fuel savings, reduced engine wear, and lower emissions that support healthier air quality.

The conference also brought exciting recognition for MyPath:
🏆 Maturing Status in the SBC Green Masters Program — the third of four achievement tiers
🏆 Most Improved Award for a significant year-over-year score increase
MyPath was also a proud sponsor of the conference, supporting the Sustainable Business Council’s mission to help organizations advance meaningful sustainability initiatives.

The team remains committed to building a more sustainable, responsible future for the communities they serve. 💚🌎

11/12/2025

October was a month of learning for our team!

Homes for Independent Living, a MyPath Company, hosted its annual Operations Fall Summit—an in-person event that brought together nearly 100 leaders from across our organization.

The goal: to equip regional leadership with the knowledge, insights, and tools to strengthen their effectiveness as proactive, strategic, and compliance-focused leaders.

Highlights included sessions on Workers’ Compensation & ADA Compliance with Meg Waldo, Navigating DHS Standards with Stephanie Brown, and a Leadership Insights panel featuring tenured leaders sharing best practices in risk management.

We’re proud of our leadership teams’ commitment to learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement — all in service of strengthening the care and support we provide every day.

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s veterans—ordinary people who have done extraordinary things to protect our freedom.

This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served, including the veterans within our own MyPath family.

Our Salute to Service Pathfinders reminds us that gratitude is best shown through action. We encourage everyone to find ways to give back, whether by volunteering, supporting veteran organizations, or simply taking time to thank those who’ve served.

Let’s continue to show our veterans that their dedication and bravery will never be forgotten.

11/09/2025

Meet Lamonte—affectionately known as Monte, a nickname he loves to hear!

When Monte joined one of Homes for Independent Living’s (HIL) Waukesha homes in 2020, adjusting to new surroundings wasn’t easy. As a non-verbal person, he faced challenges expressing himself, but his team worked patiently to build trust and understanding.

Using pictures of his favorite things—like his tablet, van, and swing—Monte began communicating more clearly. Over time, he’s learned to say words like “thank you,” “please,” and “hi,” and enjoys helping with chores, taking walks, and watching old movies.

Monte’s happiness and confidence continue to grow every day thanks to his caring team. 💙

We’re so proud to celebrate Monte and the incredible progress he’s made at HIL!

11/07/2025

We’re proud to support the Courage Plus Family Decade Gala as a Safe Spaces Sponsor! 🌈✨

Creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive is at the heart of what we do—and we’re honored to stand alongside other community partners who share that mission. 💜

We can’t wait to celebrate with you on November 7th! 🎉

Thank you, My Path, for your support. We literally could not do this without you.

Looking forward to dancing the night away with you on November 7th!

11/06/2025

🌟 Spotlight on Leadership: Meet Abby Alt! 🌟

Abby Alt currently serves as Principal at The Richardson School (Madison), a MyPath Company, bringing more than 20 years of experience in education.

Her career has included roles as a regular and special education teacher, interventionist, Director of Pupil Services and Special Education, and middle school principal.

💭Abby shares,

“I’m passionate about building strong school communities grounded in trust and collaboration. I have a strong background in classroom management and enjoy training and sharing my experiences, tips, and tricks with others.”

Outside of school, Abby stays busy with her twin 15-year-olds and her charcoal lab. She enjoys Badger football games, golfing, gardening, boating, and attending “Friday dinner” at her parents’ house with the entire family. ❤️

We’re proud to have Abby’s leadership and passion guiding our Madison team!

11/05/2025

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years with Genesee Lake School! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Kara Mayfield on an incredible 30 years of service at Genesee Lake School (GLS), a MyPath Company! 💙

Kara started her journey as a Direct Support Professional and, within her first year, stepped into a Behavioral Specialist role, all while earning her master’s degree.

Over the years, she’s held many leadership roles, including Therapeutic Services Director, Residential Services Director, Case Coordination Director, and now serves as Service Coordination Director at GLS. 🌟

Kara has made a lasting impact—from helping develop the ICARE program and leading our COA accreditation, to enhancing systems and supporting colleagues’ growth along the way. She says the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference—while balancing work and family life—has been key to her longevity.

💬 “I feel very lucky to have worked with so many talented and dedicated colleagues. Seeing the growth of our team and the amazing progress our students make is a point of pride.”

Thank you, Kara, for your 30 years of dedication, leadership, and heart. Your impact inspires all of us! 💙👏

11/04/2025

We’re proud to make history. 💚

MyPath is honored to be the first 100% employee-owned company in the nation to receive National Certification as a Majority Women Employee-Owned (MWEO) business from the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO).

With nearly 75% of our 1,900 employee-owners identifying as women, and 12 of 13 executive leaders being female, this certification celebrates who we are and how we lead — with ownership, opportunity, and purpose.

As President & CEO Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson shares:

“Empowering women and employees alike drives stronger results for our company, our clients, and our communities.”

For 40 years, MyPath has provided specialized education, therapeutic, and community support services that help individuals find their path. Becoming a nationally recognized Majority Women Employee-Owned company is another step forward in that journey.

Read more here: https://www.mypathcompanies.com/mypath-news/