What This Podcast is About: This series is all about pulling back the curtain on the developmental disabilities support structure—answering the questions you’ve always wondered about but may not have known who to ask. From services and supports to career paths and personal stories, we’re here to share the real experiences that define our work at Gateways.
Join host Jo-Ann Sheehan and Gateways Community Services CEO Sandy Pelletier as they explore the evolution of New Hampshire's developmental disability system, from institutional care to today's community-based supports and the people who shaped its journey.
30 Jul 2026
Learning to Care: Partnering With a Local High School
Discover how an innovative partnership between Alvirne High School and Gateways Community Services is preparing the next generation of caregivers while enriching the lives of older adults through meaningful intergenerational connections.
30 Jul 2026
Empowering Independence: The Impact of Community Day Programs
Discover how TILL, Inc. and The PLUS Company are helping individuals with developmental disabilities build confidence, develop employment skills, and thrive through meaningful day programs and community connections.
30 Jul 2026
The Area Agency System: Then and Now - Part 1
The Area Agency System: Then and Now - Part 1
Join host Jo-Ann Sheehan and Gateways Community Services CEO Sandy Pelletier as they explore the evolution of New Hampshire's developmental disability system, from institutional care to today's community-based supports and the people who shaped its journey.
21 Oct 2025
Navigating Health Together: Gateways’ Lifeline for Families
Families navigating chronic health conditions shouldn’t have to do it alone. In this inspiring episode of Gateways: A Lifeline for a Lifetime, Jo Sheehan talks with Gloria Fulmer and Alyssa Gentry about Gateways’ Health Care Coordination program—a vital resource that connects families to support, guidance, and community.
Learn how this program helps reduce stress, streamline care, and empower families to focus on what matters most: living well together.
Adult Services - In this episode of Gateways: A Lifeline for a Lifetime, Jo Sheehan sits down with Melissa Simmons, Rebecca “Beck” Signoretti, and Christy Fitzgibbons to explore Gateways’ Adult Services. Discover how Traditional Services and Participant-Directed and Managed Services (PDMS) empower adults with developmental disabilities to make meaningful choices, access personalized care, and live as independently as possible. From navigating daily life to building a future of autonomy, this conversation sheds light on the supports that truly make a difference.
21 Oct 2025
NH Family Caregivers Support Program and Veterans
Family Caregivers and Veterans - Behind every caregiver and veteran is a story of strength. In this episode, JoAnn Sheehan talks with Donna Laflamme and Donna Waring about programs that help families and veterans stay supported at home — and how Gateways works behind the scenes to make it possible.
19 Aug 2025
Aging with Dignity: Gateways Elder Services
Elder Services Programs at Gateways Community Services - Nashua New Hampshire
Aging with dignity means staying connected, supported, and cared for. In this uplifting episode, JoAnn Sheehan and longtime Gateways leader Mindy Huckins share how programs like Choices for Independence and the Gateways Adult Day Center are enriching lives and bringing joy to older adults every day.
Services for Seniors | Gateways Community Services (https://www.gatewayscs.org/our-services/services-for-seniors/)
1 Jul 2025
Navigating the System: A Family’s Path to Services and Support
A father recounts his experiences navigating support services for his son with developmental disabilities through Gateways Community Services, offering insights for families facing similar challenges in this interview episode.
1 Jul 2025
Supporting Every Step: Gateways Services for Children and Families
Gateways Community Services details their comprehensive support system for children and families, covering early intervention, family support, and transition planning through every developmental stage.
18 Jun 2025
The Backbone of Care: Exploring the World of Direct Support Professionals - DSPs
Andrew Lester, McKenzie Carter, and Erin Hudson discuss the vital role of Direct Support Professionals, highlighting their responsibilities, relationships, and available career paths in an interview with JoAnn Sheehan.
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