Lissy Parrish
Always having had a desire to support everyone’s full participation in the community, Lissy spent their early teen years volunteering with children and adults with developmental disabilities. This work eventually led them to become a job and residential coach for adults on the autism spectrum. Though they pursued many careers over the last several years, their heart has always been in working with people and building community. For eight years, they found this working at Sweet Clover Market in Essex, a community that will always be very dear to them. During this time they worked to receive their degree in Human Services at the Community College of Vermont. After learning about Mansfield Hall from their friend, Heather Belcher, they knew this was where they wanted to be.
Lissy finds joy playing guitar, hanging out with their cats, visiting with family in New Jersey, spending time in the forest with friends, and traveling.
Excellent week across the board!
People Ops team member Jo touched down in Madison, receiving a warm welcome with coffee and a trip to see the Capitol building. VP of Program Ops Hayley grounded herself and took in the beauty of the Statehouse. Pancakes were served, and Burlington student Nikhil took the stage to perform with his choir.
A great week to zoom out and back in- and reflect on all the things we have to be grateful for!
#collegesupport #neurodiversity #worklifebalance
College can be energizing… and draining.
If you’ve ever felt socially exhausted, you’re not alone.
Understanding your limits (and what helps you recharge) can make all the difference.
#CollegeStudents #Neurodiversity #StudentWellbeing
Hangin` in there until spring weather kicks in!
This week at Mansfield Hall our Eugene, OR students did some rock climbing, Burlington, VT connections students took an outing to the bowling alley/arcade, while others took a trip to a local sugar house to learn about all things maple syrup. Students in Madison, WI continued their endeavors to learn about all things maintenance...and they make it look fun!
Happy Friday Friends- enjoy the weekend.
Mansfield Hall had the joy of hosting some professionals at our Madison, WI location recently, which included a student panel.
One of the questions asked was: What do you like about Mansfield Hall?
The answer: how inclusive it is.
No one gets to choose the brain they have, but we do get to choose the world we create. We choose to accept, celebrate, and work toward a world that’s more inclusive of every brain and the incredible things they can do.
Happy World Autism Awareness Day. We see you, and we celebrate you for all that you are and all that you can be!
❤️MH
#autismawareness #neurodiversity #collegesupport
Sensory overload happens when your brain receives more sensory input than it can comfortably process.
Our nervous systems are constantly taking in information, but when there’s too much coming in (or it’s coming too fast) our systems can become overwhelmed.
We get it, and it can be managed with small, intentional supports like reducing input, creating predictable routines, and building in quiet recovery time.
An impromptu fancy tea break, refining chef skills, gaming galore, and enjoying all things fluffy and white (both the snow ❄️ and of course one of our favorite furry friend, Carmela Sunshine ☀️).
Happy Friday friends; see you next week!
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