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On My Own

On My Own

Making independent living possible for people with developmental disabilities

  • About Us
    • Our Vision, Mission + Promises
    • Our Impact
    • Our Staff + Board
    • Join Our Team
  • Our Programs
    • Family Consultations
    • Independence Prep
    • Skill Building
    • Independent Living
  • How You Can Help
    • Invest In Our Members
    • Volunteer With Us
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Our Staff + Board

Our Staff

Our staff comes to On My Own of Michigan with a range of experiences supporting people with developmental disabilities—personal and professional. Many are trained social workers and educators, and a few have family members with developmental disabilities. What we all have in common is a passion for helping you achieve your goals.

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Jennifer Roccanti, MBA

Executive Director

My first day at OMO: August 7, 2017

A little about me: I’m responsible for managing all aspects of our organization and ensuring our staff have the resources they need to provide the highest-quality support to our members. Before I came to On My Own of Michigan, I was the Chief Performance Officer for Miriam’s Kitchen—a nonprofit working to end long-term homelessness in Washington, DC. I also had a career in community relations for minor league baseball teams and spent some summers dressed as a mascot. I have a Bachelor of Science in Print Journalism from Suffolk University, certificates in nonprofit management and strategy and performance management from Georgetown University, and a Master of Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University.

Ask me about: our plans for the future, our finances, ways you can invest in our work and the overall management of our organization

Contact me: jennifer@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 223

My pronouns: she/her/hers

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Emily Lourim

Director of Education

My first day at OMO: August 22, 2022

A little about me: I’m responsible for developing and leading our newest programs: Independence Prep and Independence College. I came to On My Own of Michigan with more than a decade of experience working with neurodiverse students, most recently working as a special education teacher. I also founded Lemonade Learning, an organization providing vocational and independent living skills training to neurodiverse teens and young adults, and was honored with the Inspiration Award from the Arc of Oakland County in 2022 for my work. I have a Bachelor of Science in Childhood and Special Education from New York University.

Ask me about: Independence Prep and Independence College

Contact me: emily@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 221

My pronouns: she/her/hers

Kristi Davis

Kristi Davis, CTRS

Recreation Specialist

My first day at OMO: March 14, 2022

A little about me: I’m responsible for developing and managing our Skill Building Program activities. In addition to my work at On My Own of Michigan, I'm also the Dementia and Disabilities Supportive Services Program Coordinator at the Alzheimer's Association Greater Michigan Chapter. I was previously the Recreation Manager at JARC and a certified therapeutic recreation specialist for people with traumatic brain injuries. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Recreation from Western Washington University.

Ask me about: our Skill Building Program

Contact me: kristi@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 229

My pronouns: she/her/hers

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Martha Goldberg, MSW

Independent Living Program Manager

My first day at OMO: December 1, 2020

A little about me: I’m responsible for developing and managing our Independent Living Program supports. I came to On My Own of Michigan with more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, most recently serving as the coordinator of teen philanthropy at The Jewish Fund. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Michigan, a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University, and a Master of Arts in Jewish Professional Studies and Nonprofit Management from the Spertus Institute.

Ask me about: our Independent Living Program

Contact me: martha@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 226

My pronouns: she/her/hers

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Shannon Graham, LLBSW

Independent Living Program Coordinator

My first day at OMO: September 11, 2019

A little about me: I’m responsible for providing personalized independent living support to our members. I came to On My Own of Michigan as an intern while I was completing my social work degree and was hired into my current role in April of 2020. I have a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Wayne State University.

Ask me about: our Independent Living Program

Contact me: shannon@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 230

My pronouns: she/her/hers

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Amanda Juliano, M.Ed

Independent Living Program Coordinator

My first day at OMO: May 9, 2022

A little about me: I’m responsible for providing personalized independent living support to our members. I came to On My Own of Michigan with 10 years of experience in the education field, most recently serving as a middle school ASD teacher. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Special Education with an ASD concentration, both from Oakland University.

Ask me about: our Independent Living Program

Contact me: amanda@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 225

My pronouns: she/her/hers

Our Board

Our work is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees. Half of our board members have children with developmental disabilities.

The board’s role is to ensure our organization is meeting the needs of our members and remains financially sustainable. They meet every other month to discuss the strategic progress we’re making.

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Dave Konop

President

Principal, KPMG

 

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Pat McFawn, CFP

Vice President

President, McFawn Financial Services Group, LLC

 

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Barb Baker

Treasurer

Retired, Taubman

 

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Lisa Toenniges

Secretary

CEO, Innovative Learning Group

 

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Leslie Accardo

Trustee

Senior Project Manager, PEA Group

 

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Monique Ellison-Jenkins

Trustee

Supervisor of Special Services, Utica Community Schools

 

Cathie Kleve

Cathie Kleve

Trustee

Global Learning Solutions Internal Consultant, Raytheon

 

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Tieast Leverett-Thornton

Trustee

University Relations and Onboarding Manager, Stellantis

 

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Kevin O'Shea

Trustee

Partner, The Miller Law Firm P.C.

 

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Alex Riley

Trustee

Managing Partner, TK Fund

 

Our Family Support Organization

The Family Support Organization (FSO) is made up of families of our members, and is designed to support On My Own of Michigan families, members and the organization as a whole. The FSO oversees the bylaws for On My Own of Michigan and appoints our Board of Trustees.

Quarterly meetings provide opportunities for families to share experiences, learn about and become involved in the organization’s programming, and discuss common concerns and ideas.

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Nancie Munselle

President

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Deb Schultz

Vice President

Michele Koziara

Michele Koziara

Treasurer

Want to help make a difference?

It costs nearly $10,000 each year to provide one member with the independent living support they need. And while membership fees cover a portion of those costs, up to $6,000 per member is funded by generous gifts from our individual, corporate and foundation partners.

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Our offices are located at 1250 Kirts Boulevard, Suite 300 in Troy, Michigan.

(248) 649-3739

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