Able Colorado

Biographies:

Martin E. Wilson, LCSW, President

Marty has served as the President of ABLE since its inception in 1999. His collective experience lends to ABLE’s credibility as a high quality provider. Marty’s fun, dynamic personality adds humor to an already encouraging and caring environment. Marty not only performs executive-type functions, but is always willing to help out with all aspects of program delivery, ensuring a safe and responsive service.

Marty’s experience includes:

More than twenty years of experience in the field of human services.
Master’s Degree in Social Work from Colorado State University.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of Colorado.
Psychotherapist with an EMDR Certificate.
CTAT Certified Employment Consultant
Counseled families, children, seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings.
Served as a professional fundraiser, host home provider and minister.
Talented musician, writer and songwriter.

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Sang L. Wilson, Vice President

Sang has served as the Vice President of ABLE since its inception in 1999. His consistent attention to detail coupled with a penchant for the technical means a safe drive home with staff armed with cell phones and first aid kits. Sang oversees daily operations, but always make time for anyone in need of a kind word and a pep talk.

Sang’s experience includes:

More than ten years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities including 2.5 years as a host home provider.
Performs many functions to include human resources, transportation, administrative duties and oversees many business ventures.
Attended various trainings with numerous certificates related to word processing, spreadsheets, human resources and defensive driving.
Has extensive experience in the business world including ownership of four youth hostels, managing various work crews and paralegal experience.
Talented musician, songwriter, and photographer.

Kendra L.Wilson, M.Ed., Director of Educational Development

Kendra remains ABLE's efficient go-to gal. She has been an integral
part of ABLE since its inception in 1999, serving many important
functions. Kendra has a heart for people with a genuine desire to get
things right the first time. Her commitment to quality can be seen in
the management of her day service, the paperwork she generates and the
other executive-type functions she performs. She infuses her upbeat
attitude and years of education & experience in her trainings &
infrastructure development. Kendra's love for learning includes
extensive research regarding positive behavior supports, sound teaching
methods, and HR/staff retention issues.

Kendra's experience includes:

More than 10 years experience in the field of developmental
disabilities, including 2.5 years as a host home provider, job coach,
life skills educator, and program director.
Masters Degree in Education/HR Studies from Colorado State
University.
Bachelors Degree in Communication Arts with a minor in
Psychology from California Lutheran University with an Associates in
Paralegal from Denver Paralegal Institute.
Created & developed a day program from the ground up providing
supported employment and community participation activities.
Associate member & certified instructor (CPI) of the
International Association of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention & Certified
First Aid & CPR trainer with the National Safety Council.

Rob Galm, Program Manager - Thornton

Rob ensures that each person at day program has the opportunity to learn and build skills by safely accessing their community and through educational programs. He attends client meetings and completes paperwork that is necessary for maintaining services. Rob cares deeply for the health, safety, and happiness of every person in the Thornton day program.

Rob’s experience includes:

ABLE program counselor, job coach, and transportation provider
Bachelors degree in History from University of Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelors degree in Biology from Creighton University
Rob grew up in rural Iowa and still enjoys going back to join his father for planting and harvest

Erin VonRuden, Residential Director

Erin comes to ABLE by way of Minnesota, where she spent six years running the program department for a group home company serving individuals with disabilities. A graduate of the University of MN, Twin Cities, she has a BA in Psychology and Sociology. A resident of Colorado for just over a year, she enjoys both the beautiful setting and the mild winters (no more ten below zero mornings)! She is excited to be part of the ABLE team- running the residential department and supporting both clients and host home providers- and genuinely likes coming to work every day.

Dawn Wick, RN

Dawn is the newest member of the ABLE team. She is excited to start her new career with such a wonderful and experienced group of individuals. She attended the University of Colorado at Boulder and then went on to pursue her nursing degree. She is eager to continue her learning experiences and be a positive asset to a great group of people.