Jessica O’Connor: LifeArt Supervisor

Hello my name is Jessica O’Connor. I started coming to LifeArt in 2004 while supporting individuals in the community. It was such a wonderful place to come, share, meet people, and actively participate in the community. I started my role as supervisor in 2007 and have enjoyed brining new programming, volunteerism, and a greater sense of inclusion to LifeArt. I graduated from Keene State College with my BA in English in 2004. I have been working in various jobs at Monadnock Developmental Services since April 2004 and have enjoyed my many roles. I am a mother of two awesome little boys. I like to read, hike with my dogs, and spend time with my friends and family.

Marie Moody: LifeArt Coordinator

Hi my name is Marie Moody. Working as a coordinator for LifeArt has been one of the most challenging and yet rewarding jobs I’ve had. Staff and volunteers come together as a team to create the wonderful “happenings” that are going on here. At LifeArt you will find people helping people, random acts of kindness, and camaraderie. This is what I love about my job. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, gardening, and cooking.

Lee MacKenzie:

Hi my name is Lee W MacKenzie and I have been working at LifeArt since December 2005. Working at LifeArt gives me time to meet new friends. In my spare time I coach Special Olympics. I enjoy watching or going to stock races and being with friends. I have been running two groups at LifeArt “In the News” and “Monadnock Action Group”.
My job is making sure everything runs well and the typical day to day chores. I am one of many who helped start LifeArt almost 10 years ago.

Jeannine Snyder:

My name is Jeannine M Snyder and I have worked at LifeArt since December 2005. During the years I’ve done Special Olympics, Monadnock Action Group, and numerous computer tasks. Along with handling the phones and the snack bar I’m involved in many of the aspects of LifeArt. I am very consciousness about myself and have been told I have a great personality. I am also known around here as the welcoming committee.

Chad Odle:

My name is Chad Odle. I have been working at LifeArt since November 2007. I love my job; I earn money and have new friends. I like to bowl, play horse shoes, cross country ski, fish, and many other things. I like to attend the Special Olympic events. I am growing vegetable plants to sell, need any?

Brian Rourke:

 

 

David Wheeler:

Hi I’m David. I’ve been working for LifeArt since April 2007. I’m very social and friendly. Since I’ve been working here I’ve had the opportunity to make lots of new friends. I also enjoy the responsibilities of working here too.  I participate in lots of the classes at LifeArt such as Qi Gong, Beading, Karaoke, and really love the pot luck lunches. I also participate in Special Olympics and in my spare time I enjoy dancing, making puzzles, and spending time with animals.

Mary Starkweather:

Hi my name is Mary Starkweather I am 40 years old, I am employed at LifeArt which I helped get started in 1999. I like to work at LifeArt because I get to socialize and take part in our many community events. Right now I am making necklaces in our Beading Class. I enjoy playing Texas Hold'em with my friends; also I would like to mention I am single and looking to meet that special guy!

George: (The Bird)

George has been with us for quite a while. Actually nobody can remember when he wasn’t here. He is our welcome/ watch bird. He tells us when people arrive and is always providing us with his beautiful song.

Jessica O'Connor

Marie Moody

Lee MacKenzie

Jeannine Snyder

Chad Odle

Brian Rourke

David Wheeler

Mary Starkweather

Natassia Diffendale

George