Staff
Many of us have disabilities, and we are committed to supporting those in the disability community as they learn skills and make connections needed to lead a fulfilling life. We lead with empathy, respect, and treating everyone with dignity. We strongly believe that everyone can learn to be independent enough to eventually be in a position to give back to others.
Mayra Colazo
Executive Director
Mayra Became a member of the Central Washington Disability Resources team in March 2016 performing various administrative duties and assisting with the office organization. Mayra also worked as a Community...
Read bio Jaelyn McMahan, B.A
Program Manager
Hello, my name is Jaelyn McMahan. I joined CWDR as the Program Manager in September of 2024. I've worked in several different industries...
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Office Assistant
Hello, my name is Lilia Paniagua, joining the team as the Office Assistant. My background includes caregiving for the elderly and customer service. It has always been important to me that I...
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Health and Wellness Coordinator
Dan started as an intern at CWDR in June 2011, while completing his bachelor’s degree in recreation management. As recreation manager, he is able to use both his educational background and his experiences...
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Independent Living Specialist
Hello, my name is Jeannette Ibarra-Ortega. I was hired as the new IL Specialist & Outreach Coordinator here at CWDR in June 2021. I have a lot of background years of customer service and working...
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Independent Living Specialist 3
Hello, my name is Jennifer Kunce. I was hired as the new IL Specialist here at CWDR in June 2023. I have a Law Enforcement background and look forward to applying the skills I learned there...
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Veteran Coach
Terence joined our team in November, 2022! He has eighteen years of experience working at a pediatric hospital for developmental disabilities in several capacities beginning with direct care. He also worked...
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Youth Transition Coordinator
Hello, my name is Devin Shea. I started at CWDR in January of 2024. I am currently a senior at Central Washington University studying to be a middle school STEM teacher. STEM stands for science technology...
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Outreach Coordinator
Hello, my name is Madison Wilson. I joined the CWDR team in January of 2024 as a Youth Transition Coordinator. I have a background in caregiving as well as advocacy for basic need resources on CWU's...
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Disability Specialist
Hello, my name is Deja Blanchard, I am the Disability Specialist at CWDR. I collaborate with different local organizations to help community members with disabilities be prepared for emergencies....
Read bio Marina Huato
Hello, my name is Marina Huato and I am Covid 19- Advocate and I joined December 2024. I have a strong love and passion for the less fortunate, and people who get overlooked and that is why I decided to...
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