Participant Stories
Theresa Berry – Patten
In 2017 Theresa was referred to New Ventures Maine by Fedcap Rehabilitation Services. Fedcap is an organization that helps those receiving TANF...
Marguerite Ridgway – Richmond
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 39 In 1978, Marguerite Ridgway served as a member of the first Advisory Council for the Displaced Homemakers...
Terry Rattie – Woodland
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 38 Terry reached out to New Ventures Maine (NVME) in 2017. He was unemployed, new to Aroostook County, and...
Michelle Velilla – Minot
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 37 Michelle came to New Ventures Maine in hopes of “finding a better opportunity” for herself and her family. As...
Sophia Hewitt-Bailey – Lewiston
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 36 For a number of years, Sophia had a dream to open a store offering Caribbean food products in Maine. “I wanted...
Shiela Conroy – Caribou
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 35 Shiela is no stranger to working in nontraditional careers. She has worked in a variety of occupations, from...
Shannon McLaughlin – West Gardiner
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 34 In March 2013, Shannon unexpectedly found herself without a job. While she was confident that her 17 years of...
Sara Dostie – Winthrop
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 33 Sara is the owner of Healing Hands Holistic Wellness in Hallowell, ME. Through her business, Sara provides...
Sande Updegraph – Brunswick
40 Stories for 40 Years – Profilee 32 Sande’s strong suit is making connections. She’s done it for a long time – and done it well. In Fall 2018, she...
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New Ventures Maine participant stories are an inspiration for others to make changes in their lives. They also help potential participants understand how NVME classes and individual coaching can help them reach their goals.
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