Significant experience in assessment and documentation processes, and compliance projects activities. Recent projects focused on facilitating the development and implementation of voluntary self accreditation and best practices activities of senior centers. 2019 projects underway include writing projects; editing for accuracy, clarity and desired tone, a variety of written and online communication products including handbooks and manuals of operation, reports and other professional… Show more Significant experience in assessment and documentation processes, and compliance projects activities. Recent projects focused on facilitating the development and implementation of voluntary self accreditation and best practices activities of senior centers. 2019 projects underway include writing projects; editing for accuracy, clarity and desired tone, a variety of written and online communication products including handbooks and manuals of operation, reports and other professional correspondence, online profiles and required documentation responses. Show less

Agencies include: Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, Federal Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Administration of Children and Families Head Start Programs, and Maternal and Child Health (MCH), Department of Medical Assistance's MassHealth Access Program, and Massachusetts Service Alliance

ReServe is a national program that connects professionals 55+ with stipended service opportunities at nonprofits and public sector organizations. Projects at Minuteman Senior Services, Bedford, MA include 2014 Annual Holiday Online Auction assistance, and document imaging transition plan support.Recently served as Project Manager for the successful National Institute for Senior Center (NISC) reaccreditation process of the Raymond J. Callahan Senior Center, Framingham, MA… Show more ReServe is a national program that connects professionals 55+ with stipended service opportunities at nonprofits and public sector organizations. Projects at Minuteman Senior Services, Bedford, MA include 2014 Annual Holiday Online Auction assistance, and document imaging transition plan support.Recently served as Project Manager for the successful National Institute for Senior Center (NISC) reaccreditation process of the Raymond J. Callahan Senior Center, Framingham, MA. Show less

Access and Prevention Workgroup Co-Chair and Steering Committee Member initially

Nomination CommitteeFundraising support

Developed and provided community health promotion and education activities including screenings and other services as part of the public health coursework within the dental hygiene program. Expanded the online learnng activities and resources to prepare graduates to succeed in a variety of professional settings. Collaborate with program colleagues and grants development staff on funding opportunities and other partnerships that expand MIC's community-based health services programming

Project Manager, Oral Health in Community PortfolioLab Director, Kinnunen Clinical and Translational Research

Project plan developmentCommunication plan activities including website content

Integrated the center's outreach plan for Commonwealth Care, the new statewide insurance plan with its marketing plan for new expansion site.Connected Governor's Office and Civic Engagement and Volunteerism, and the state insurance outreach office with local Chicopee organizations, resulting in a record turnout for the first regional Commonwealth Care enrollment event in Western MA. Supported successful state agency continuation funding with promising results in enrollment and… Show more Integrated the center's outreach plan for Commonwealth Care, the new statewide insurance plan with its marketing plan for new expansion site.Connected Governor's Office and Civic Engagement and Volunteerism, and the state insurance outreach office with local Chicopee organizations, resulting in a record turnout for the first regional Commonwealth Care enrollment event in Western MA. Supported successful state agency continuation funding with promising results in enrollment and community partnership activities. Show less

Researched and drafted position paper on mid level practitioner model.

Managed the transition from an initial multiyear children's health services collaborative development program funding commitment in eight CT communities to an exit funding and technical assistance approach that ensures their financial viability and sustains the children's health outcomes.Linked program grantees with policy experts and public agencies to strengthen their advocacy skills and effectively incorporate recent Medicaid rate increases and anticipated third-party administrator… Show more Managed the transition from an initial multiyear children's health services collaborative development program funding commitment in eight CT communities to an exit funding and technical assistance approach that ensures their financial viability and sustains the children's health outcomes.Linked program grantees with policy experts and public agencies to strengthen their advocacy skills and effectively incorporate recent Medicaid rate increases and anticipated third-party administrator changes as they refine their business plans.Launched series of routine learning lab meetings owned by the health collaborative grantees to meet their needs for peer learning, shared problem solving, etc. Show less

An initiative of Delta Dental of MassachusettsServed as Foundation's Program Director 2000-2007: Launched and managed growth over the initial seven years of the foundation's strategic portfolios from $420K in program grants to $4M in total grant investments and partnerships in planning, organizational infrastructure, cultural competency training, health promotion, education and other preventive services, health policy and systems awareness and volunteer-based… Show more An initiative of Delta Dental of MassachusettsServed as Foundation's Program Director 2000-2007: Launched and managed growth over the initial seven years of the foundation's strategic portfolios from $420K in program grants to $4M in total grant investments and partnerships in planning, organizational infrastructure, cultural competency training, health promotion, education and other preventive services, health policy and systems awareness and volunteer-based programs.Various roles with increasing responsibility in Corporate Social Responsibility, Marketing and Key Account Services, Contracts and Case Management, Customer Service and other Delta Dental business units prior to 2000:Developed evidence-based communication kit for statewide health coalition Developed and managed community engagement (health fairs, screenings and education activities) and onsite workforce development program Restructured cash grants, scholarship and employee engagement committee budget as it was scaled up by 60% to increase the impact on its targeted regional communities during three year strategic growth plan. Show less

Maintained 100% renewal rate for employer self insured group health benefit plans book of business in full compliance with Federal and State regulations during tri-state rapid growth phase.

Managed the diverse, customized community outreach projects of up to 100 dental hygiene students working in multiple MA communities each year.Ensured successful accreditation and licensure requirements as Freshman Clinical Coordinator of staff and students.