Hi there,

I’ve been reflecting on the impact our movement towards a person-centered approach has on the culture that we foster here at Aspire. Culture is the intangible yet powerful force that shapes our behaviors, influences decision-making, and ultimately motivates us toward our goals. The impact of behavior on the agency’s culture is profound, as it determines our level of engagement, collaboration, and belonging.

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Where Do We Go From Here?

Answering this question is an essential task for Aspire, as it is for anyone weaving a path through the complex world of human services. When CEO Lou Giramma added strategy to Erica Hare’s portfolio and appointed her Chief Financial and Strategy Officer in January 2023, this question became a primary driver of her work.

Help Heat Up Recruiting This Summer

As a valued member of the Aspire team, you have the power to shape the future of our agency. While our talented recruitment team and hiring managers are hard at work, we believe that you can make a significant difference in helping us find exceptional people to join the Aspire team. 

New Onboarding Structure Starting in September

As part of Aspire's strategic plan to be an employer of choice, the Learning and Development Committee has been hard at work developing new training opportunities for employees including a refreshed onboarding program for new hires. 

DSP Yared Neseran Spotlighted for DeafBlind Awareness 

The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind recently caught up with Yared Neseran, a direct support professional at Aspire, to spotlight his hard work and dedication to helping people who are DeafBlind live independent lives. 

Upcoming Events

Aspire Community Meeting

July 26 • Virtual
10 AM or 2:30 PM

August Record Review: Environment

July 27 -  August 31

Virtual Self-Advocacy Group

July 20 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Celebrations & Aspirations

Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who are celebrating milestones at Aspire in June.

Promotions

Congratulations to Aspire employees who were promoted to new roles in May.

New Team Members

Welcome to our new colleagues. We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join the Aspire Living & Learning community. Click below to see who’s joined us in May and reach out to give them a warm welcome!

Kudos

Whether they've been recognized as a servant leader, team player, difference maker, or Aspire allstar - bravo to all those who have been identified by their peers for going above and beyond!