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Barbara Orstein, M.Ed., CRC
Executive Director
barb orstein

With over 25 years in the disability field as a rehabilitation counselor in the private sector, Barbara joined PCIL in 2006. In her position as Executive Director of the PCIL, she has built collaborative relationships with stakeholder groups, public and private sector entities, and other associations interested in advancing independent living. Barbara has an Associate's Degree in Education from Harrisburg Area Community College, a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the Pennsylvania State University and a Master's Degree in Special Education from Shippensburg University. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Certified Case Manager.
Barbara resides in Mechanicsburg with her trusted companion and PCIL mascot, Molly. Barbara has four daughters-Jennifer, Alison, Andrea and Jessica. She enjoys spending time with her mother, reading, quilting, supporting the military, traveling and visiting with her children and grandkids.  

Elaine Nace
Administrative Assistant
Elaine Nace

In 2006, Elaine came to PCIL as Administrative Assistant from Experience Works, a re-training program for older adults who desire to remain in or return to the workforce.  Through several training assignments she was able to enhance her office and computer skills.  Having a progressive neuromuscular condition which affects her manual dexterity and gait, Elaine is thrilled to have the opportunity to work in the disability field.  She is concerned with housing, access to medical care, and financial independence.  She has enjoyed meeting many people from the Centers around the state.  She continues to build her skills in the areas of publishing and bookkeeping. 

 

Meet Our Board:

Timothy Finegan
 

Timothy Finegan, PCIL President
Community Resources for Independent Living  

   
Amy Beck
 

Amy Beck, PCIL Vice President
Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living

   
Thomas Earle
 

Thomas Earle, PCIL Secretary; Policy Committee Chair
Liberty Resources, Inc.

   
Hillary Hasson
 

Hillary Hasson, PCIL Treasurer
Center for Independent Living Opportunities   

   
Kathleen Kleinmann
 

Kathleen Kleinmann, Ethics Committee Chair
Andrew Cooper
Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living

   
Daniel Loftus
  Daniel Loftus, Executive Committee Member-at-Large & Finance Chair
Northeast PA Center for Independent Living
     
    Shona Eakin, Executive Committee Member-at-Large
Membership Committee Chair

Voices for Independent Living
     
Theotis Braddy
 

Theotis Braddy
Center for Independent Living of Central PA

     
    Ann Cope
Freedom Valley Disability Enablement
     
Denise Corcoran
 

Denise Corcoran
Anthracite Region Center for Independent Living

     
Susan Estep
 

Susan Estep
Center for Independent Living of South Central PA

     
Ginny Fiorentine
 

Ginny Fiorentine
Center for Independent Living of Bucks County

   
Stan Holbrook
 

Stan Holbrook
Three Rivers Center for Independent Living Services

   

 

   
Renee Sluzalis
Center for Independent Living of North Central PA
   
Ralph Trainer
 

Ralph Trainer
Abilities in Motion

   
   
Kelly Valdez
Life and Independence Today
   
Jerry Wright
 

Jerry Wright, Personnel Chair
Disability Empowerment Center

 

 

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