Learn what’s happening at Living Innovations in our first newsletter as a service of Mosaic. Read updates from Vice President of Operations Carl Pufahl and our three state directors, as well as a loving profile of a person served who has turned into a social media phenomenon. We’re also sharing the results of our Home Providers Satisfaction Survey.
Read the newsletter here: www.mosaicinfo.org/living-innovations-news
Joanne Malise, MSW, LCSW has over thirty years of experience with the Rhode Island developmental disabilities systems. She leads a dynamic team of professionals committed to providing the guidance and support needed to help people to live safely in the community, and experience lives filled with friends, family, personal growth and opportunities. She is a strong advocate for personalized supports and community inclusion
Andrew Taranko has been with Living Innovations since 2006. After graduating from Bentley College with a degree in Business Management, Andrew has spent the past 20 years working in Southern Maine in education, mental health, and developmental services. Andrew studied health policy and management as a graduate student in the Muskie School of Public Service at the University of Southern Maine.
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Kim Einloth joined Living Innovations in 2025. She’s a graduate of the University of Rhode Island with a degree in Psychology. Her 35-year career in human services in Rhode Island included work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as other vulnerable populations. She is certified as a Person-centered Thinking Facilitator and a Community Rehabilitation Educator.
Keri Lopes began her career in the human service field in 2002, working with and advocating for children, adults and families experiencing behavioral and mental health challenges, as well as substance use disorders and homelessness. Keri joined Living Innovations in 2024 and holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in healthcare management. She is dedicated to ensuring that the organization’s mission to provide support to people with diverse needs to have a good life at home and in the community is lived through the work she does each day.
Amanda Parker has worked for Living Innovations since 2008. Amanda, who has a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in human services, has experience working with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism, as well as issues related to homelessness, substance abuse, and children’s behavioral health. She is dedicated to ensuring people have opportunities and support to achieve their goals and dreams within the community.
Shalyn joined the Momentum team in 2006 and served as Associate Director for 11 years, working alongside Director Dennis Strout to build upon programs and services that empower people to achieve their goals. Since Momentum joined Living Innovations, she has worked to uphold the common mission by assisting with the Momentum integration plan while ensuring those we support receive the highest quality, most personalized services possible.
As an Area Director, Shalyn will work with Maine State Director Andy Taranko, and Area Directors Keri Lopes and Amanda Parker, to oversee all programs and services throughout Living Innovations Maine.
