Elysa Maurer of Lockport has been promoted to Senior Program Manager at People Inc. Elysa has been employed at People Inc. since 2009. In four years she has held positions of ICF Specialist, Cook, Team Leader, and Primary Program Instructor/Family Care Home Liaison. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Health and Human Services.

Elysa’s new position as Senior Program Manager will involve supervising the staff, managing direct-care instruction at four hourly afternoon respites, Activities Daily Living (ADL) implementation, acclimating new staff, medication administrations, seeking volunteering opportunities, and engaging the community. Elysa is motivated by the mission of People Inc., and sees Respite as a wonderful provision for individuals, and a break for families. She said, “I have been humbled working here, because I get to meet so many people that have different cultures, beliefs, personalities, experiences…it made me step back and see the whole picture when it comes to society.” Elysa is inspired by the people she works with daily. “The individuals we serve families, co-horts, colleagues, senior management, and especially the kids I work with are so amazing!” she said.

Andrew Hall, Assistant Program Director at People Inc. said, “Elysa is a very hard worker who goes above and beyond to ensure all individuals’ needs are met. Elysa is also diligent in making sure that all individuals are enjoying their time at the respite programs by either participating in fun in-house activities or community based outings.”