In recognition of Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Week, we are honored to share this incredible story with you—one that illustrates the power of personal connection and demonstrates just how meaningful and lifechanging our work can be, not only for the individuals we support, but for their loved ones as well. We invite you to read…
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PoP 8.22.2021: Catching up with Mike Phinney of Phinney Design Group
Walt: Time once again for the Power of Potential with AIM Services. Checking in with us, Executive Director of AIM, Chris Lyons. Good morning, Chris. Chris Lyons: Good Sunday morning, Walt. Happy to speak with you. Been great to be able to get together. And the dog days of summer are here, but we continue…
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PoP 8.15.2021: Croquet!
Walt Adams: Time once again for the Power of Potential with AIM Services, supporting people with diverse abilities and traumatic brain injury. With us is Executive Director, Chris Lyons. Chris, I’ve missed you. I know you had a well-deserved time off, but it’s great to have you back again. Chris Lyons: Good Sunday morning, my…
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PoP 7.18.2021: Interview with Kate Otis of Saratoga National Bank
Walt Adams: Time once again for the Power of Potential brought to you by AIM Services, where they have their Coquet on the Green tournament and Garden Party and Picnic in the Park coming up on Tuesday, August 3rd at Gavin park. Executive director, Chris Lyons is on much deserved time off right now, but…
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PoP 7.11.2021: Interview with two time Croquet champ and AIM supporter
Walt Adams: Star Radio Sunday, Jazz Brunch, it’s time for our Power of Potential. Each week we talk with Chris Lyons, the Executive Director. Good morning, Chris. Chris Lyons: Good Sunday morning Walt, how are you, my friend? Walt Adams: Doing good, Chris. We here we are coming up on the big croquet tournament, and…
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A Day in the Life: Molly
Molly’s Story The road is long and winding. I have always known I want to help people. In high school, I was part of a service learning program where I worked with people with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and with Head Start with various projects. In college, I worked with the Special Olympics where I…
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A Day in the Life: Kristine
Kristine’s Story I have held an interest in psychology, helping people, and understanding why people do what they do for a long time. Prior to beginning my work in the Human Services Field, I worked in retail for 26 years. I reached a point where the schedule did not fit my life with a young…
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A Day in the Life: Shannon
Shannon’s Story Finding myself at a crossroads was a defining moment in my life. Being a wife, mom, and nanny for the last 28 years labeled me; I was a Homemaker (who made some spending money babysitting). I was happy and content, but never felt like I contributed to society. I threw myself into community…
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Interview with James during Autism Acceptance Month
James, a participant in AIM’s Self-Direction program, shared his story on B95.5 for Autism Acceptance Month. Read the full transcript below, or click the audio link at the bottom of this page to listen. Audio: (singing) Speaker 2: B 95.5, today’s hits and yesterday’s favorites. No matter what comes at you today, shake it…
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PoP 3.28.2021: I AM AIM
Walt Adams: Star Radio, Sunday Jazz Brunch. Time once again for the Power of Potential with AIM Services. Each week we get a chance to talk with Executive Director Chris Lyons. Good morning, Chris. Chris Lyons: Good morning, Walt. Happy Sunday. Another wonderful Jazz Brunch, another opportunity to talk about AIM Services and the Power…
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