Looking Upwards Awards for Excellence Fall 2024
We are proud to honor these inspirational individuals and businesses. Each has shown outstanding commitment towards vibrant, satisfying lives for people with disabilities. We extend special thanks to The Atlantic Resort, Jay Lane of Golden Gate Florist and to Nicki Eppley of Eppley Photography for making this an event fitting the occasion.
Katie Woods
Exceptional Professional Award
Ali Worthen
Linda Brandao Award
Kacy Fernandes
Shining Star Award
Noreen McKenzie
Shining Star Award
Mandy Orlando
Above and Beyond Award
Patrick Boxx
Special Recognition Award
Caroline DaPonte
Personal Growth Award
Martha Simmons
Hidden Star Award
Casey Weibust
Team Leader Award
Congratulations to these award recipients
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Laura Berry
Hidden Star Award
Jenn Szcesniak
Karen Biestek Award
Mariann Almonte – Courthouse Center for the Arts
Community Partner Award
Community Partner Award
Andrea and Sean Napolitano of A-1 Roofing & Construction with Looking Upwards’ Executive Director, Carrie Miranda
Business Partner Award
Dr. Dan McGregor and Andrew Scarpaci of Sensational Child with Looking Upwards’ Executive Director, Carrie Miranda
Team Accomplishment Award
Fenner Hill Team - Represented by: Janna Paulino, Willie Culpepper (SAS), Jamie Arnold and Leona Perry
Person-Driven Tools License Recipients
Anna Reagle, Nicole Fontenault, Alison Worthen, Laura Elderkin, Bev Segerson, Jodi Merryman, Christina Sousa, Kristen Meunier
Volunteer of the Year
Executive Director, Carrie Miranda with Volunteer of the Year, Sarah Roger
Honoring Our Executive Director’s 20th Year
Thank you, Carrie, for your amazing visionary leadership!
Administrator, Michele Banks, with Looking Upwards’ Executive Director Carrie Miranda
Direct Support & Educational Professional Awards
Kelly Bragantin
Dawn Edelen
Alicia Rogers
Caitlin Brown
Olivia Nunes
Madisyn Potter
Rachel Pavao
Sara Mathewson, OT
Janna Paulino
Cassandra Mangan
Dina Fonseca
Vanessa Martens
Michaele Donnelly
Jessica Ley
Kathy Roy
Teddy Sanford
Christina Hundt
Willie Culpepper
CPNRI DSP of the Year
Keith Little
Alysha White
Dena Brown
Victor Durowoju
Heather Duponte
Hezbon Ayodo
Beth Gundlach
Kyle Estey
Ana Allemao
Dean LaLiberte
Additional Direct Support Award Recipients
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Herve Cummings
Alexander Duseault
Alexis Lewis
Jesus Tolentino
Barbara Izekor
Desiree Bucko
Morgan Keefe
Babs Oyedele