Current GSH news:
After six years as Executive Director, Judy Lombardi has decided to seek a new challenge. Judy is very pleased to remain at Grace Smith House in the position of Director of Outreach and Support Services. While not the only reason for this change, Judy's role as a new mom played a part in this decision.
Renee Fillette, founder and former executive director of St. John Bosco Child and Family Services, a high-quality foster care agency in the Hudson Valley, was selected as the new executive director of Grace Smith House. Her professional career began as a behavior and education specialist working for an international research replication project consulting with families and schools in North America, Canada and Iceland for children with autism spectrum disorder. More recently, in response to a local tragedy, Renee opened a group home program for children in crisis in the Hudson Valley, using a unique humanistic philosophy, and achieving outcomes for foster care youth that far exceed the state average. Renee’s commitment and passion for children and families has extended to an interest in the development of public service agencies as she pursues a doctoral degree in Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations. Her work with children and families has been recognized by several service organizations, and the New York State Senate. Renee’s combined strengths of organizational leadership, and a deep-seeded compassion for individuals and families in need have identified her as the new leader for Grace Smith House.
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