In 2006 Steven was the first recipient of the annual “Award for Leadership in the Advancement of Telemedicine” by the American Telemedicine Association. In 2011, Steven was elected to the American Telemedicine Association College of Fellows. Anthony “A.J.” Villandry is an Account Executive with Clark Insurance in Lowell, MA. He lives in Chelmsford with his wife Carly, 6 month old daughter Ever, and their 2 year old golden doodle Aries.
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Gorham StreetThis is a great house with a small group of people who really have an incredibly strong “stay sober” attitude. Located a minute’s walk to the train station and just blocks from downtown Lowell. Teddy began his broadcasting career as a Sports Producer at WDH-TV Channel 7 in Boston and also wrote for the Lowell Sun.
Carleen recently joined the Megan House Foundation after several years of experience in the corporate world. She is a graduate of Rivier College with a degree in Office Administration. Carleen was born and raised in Lowell and now lives in Dracut with her husband. The organization began back in 1971 as a home for men who were looking for a place to stay on the path of sobriety while dealing with their alcoholism.
- She plans on continuing her work on the events team with her new role on the board.
- Encouraged by the Megan’s House Foundation, she returned to school and completed state requirements to become a licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor.
- University of Massachusetts LowellA nationally ranked, public research institution, partof the University of Massachusetts system.
- When not working at the radio station, Teddy helps run his family restaurant in Lowell.
Over and eighteen year career in the field, MaryBeth has worked in clinical settings supporting and guiding individuals who present with various inner challenges. Her passion and mission is to promote independence while addressing and processing underlying sensitive issues such as trauma, life changes, and stressors. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Salem State College with her Master’s degree in Education, Martha began her teaching career in the Lowell Public Schools, as a K-5 grade art specialist. After starting her family, she took time of to raise her 3 children, Suzanne, John and Mariah. During this time Martha devoted herself to volunteering in the Andover School System as the PTO President, where she raised awareness for cultural diversity in the classroom. In addition, Martha was a member of the Andona Society and is an advocate for the Monastery of Poor Claire.
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She has worked within a diverse community and believes compassion is key to understanding differences and recognizing similarities. To learn more about the rebrand and the renewed vision of the organization please visit The rebrand comes after a year of interviewing staff and community partners and bringing in a third-party agency to help develop the brand.
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She attended Lowell Public Schools and graduated from UMASS Lowell with a degree in Business Management with the Victory Programs Review Class of 2004. She is a Commercial Lending Officer, SVP at Enterprise Bank where she has worked to serve the business community for over 20 years. Outside of her banking career, Sandra has served as a director on the Boards of several non-profit organizations including the YMCA of Lowell, Mill City Grows and the Lowell Portuguese Language School which she co-founded in 2015. Dennis has worked 26 years for the Lowell Housing Authority in various positions. Dennis knows firsthand the devastation substance abuse and addiction causes the individual, family and friends and is looking forward to helping people overcome substance abuse and addiction in the Lowell community. In May of 2019 Pamela completed her Bachelors of Science Degree in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University.
Just some of these include the Bike Connector, Merrimack Valley Food Bank, The Wish Project, Catholic Charities, The Kristy Williams Memorial Foundation, and Toys for Local Children. She also works with several homeless shelters and rehab facilities, with the understanding that providing financial guidance is a significant part of their journey to stability and long-term recovery. Recently, she was recognized as a 2024 Distinguished Young Professional through the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce. Catherine brings her passion for helping members and cultivating relationships to the Financial Wellness team with the goal of providing educational resources to members from preschool through adulthood. A Lowell Native and current Dracut resident, Catherine Casey is the Assistant Vice President of Financial Wellness at Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union.
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Ms. Coimbra has worked with the Megan House Foundation on numerous occasions hosting fundraising events to bring awareness to the organization in honor of her younger cousin McKenzie. She plans on continuing her work on the events team with her new role on the board. Louise is a strong advocate for education, support, recovery and treatment. Lowell, MA, September 30th, 2024 – Lowell House is excited to announce that after 53 years, it will have a new identity, Riverbend, to reflect the organization’s evolution over the years. The name Riverbend gives a nod to the Merrimack River that runs through the heart of the communities that the organization services and as a reflection of the journey that their clients take in their recovery. University of Massachusetts LowellA nationally ranked, public research institution, partof the University of Massachusetts system.