““While there are many motivating factors that underpin a leaders thoughts and actions, nothing is intrinsically more pure, and more inspiring than the call to serve. The dedication and commitment required to be a true servant leader requires a level of personal sacrifice that can only be instilled by a passionate belief in a greater good – something beyond one’s self.””
Corporate Directors & Officers
MaryAnne Haines
Founder/President Emeritus
Since 1985
Nick Gentile
Board President
Since 1990
Joe Mascia
Executive Director
Since 1987
Joe Steele
Corporate Secretary
Since 1990
Paul Rocheleau
Corporate Treasurer
Since 2009
Paul D'Addabbo
Corporate Director
Since 1997
Doreen Elizabeth Mascia
Our Inspiration, Since 1967
“This organization is especially thankful to God — for Doreen’s bright light has been amazingly contagious. It has opened doors of hope for many people; and has truly brought passionate purpose and distinct color to each of our lives!”
Administration & Management
Tom Salvador
Director of Operations
Since 1992
Carrie Kelly
Director of Staffing & Human Resources
Since 2014
Jen Barbieri
Director of Community Services
Since 2008
Gloria Guerrera
Administrative Services Coordinator
Since 1995
Diane Bailey
Accounting & Payroll Coordinator
Since 2008
Hope Valiska
Business Administrator
Since 2018
Nursing & Clinical Services
Nancy Augelli, RN
Director of Nursing & Clinical Services
Since 1998
Marianne Sargent, RN
Nursing Care Manager
Since 2016
Donna Adduci, RN
Nursing Care Manager
Since 2016
Program Services
Stefanie Bradley
Program Services Director
Since 2015
Michael D'Avino
Program Resources Director
Since 2014
Dori Hallaway
Program Quality Director
Since 2001
Angel Ortiz
Program Operations Director
Since 2009
Special Acknowledgement & Tribute
The GIL Board would like to thank MaryAnne Haines for her resolve and tenacious spirit; and also her special daughter Doreen Mascia for allowing us access to her life as a conduit of love and hope for so many others. GIL Foundation would not have been possible without the God given gifts of Doreen and MaryAnne. MaryAnne spearheaded the fabric and framework of the GIL Foundation. Inspired by her daughter, on the cutting edge of community integration for individuals with disabilities, she founded the organization “Grounded In Love” as a local nonprofit in 1985. When she discovered the absence of local day programs available to serve her daughter with autism, she sought to find a solution. Initially, GIL was established with the primary focus of providing structured summer and weekend activity programs for local youth and teens with autism and developmental disabilities. Since that time, GIL has grown exponentially to become a full service, top tier provider of comprehensive programs and supports for individuals with diverse disabilities. MaryAnne laid that groundwork and continues to maintain an emeritus role with the organization. The GIL Board therefore wishes to acknowledge MaryAnne’s keen foresight, determination, and courage. Her love for her daughter provided the vision for more than three decades of dedicated nonprofit community service. This organization is especially thankful to God - for Doreen's bright light has been amazingly contagious. It has opened doors of hope for many people; and has truly brought passionate purpose and distinct color to each of our lives.