Staff
We are committed to supporting people with disabilities in learning the skills and making the connections they need to lead a fulfilling life. Many of us have disabilities too. We are empathetic, respectful, and treat everyone with dignity. We feel strongly that everyone can learn how to help themselves and then be in a position to give back to others.
Mayra Colazo
Executive Director
Mayra Became a member of the Central Washington Disability Resources team in March 2016 performing various administrative duties and assisting with the office organization. Mayra also worked as a Community...
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Office Assistant
Hello everyone, my name is Ashley Frailey, I started at CWDR on July 19th, 2022. I’m the smiling face that you see as you walk in the front door. I am a multitasking country girl; you will see me...
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Internship- Office Assistant
Hello, my name is Jinna . I became a member of the Central Washington Disability Resources team in July of 2022, as an Office Assistant Intern. I have personal experience helping people overcome...
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Independent Living Specialist/ Outreach Coordinator
Hello, my name is Jeannette Ibarra-Ortega. I was hired as the new IL Specialist & Outreach Coordinator here at CWDR in June 2021. I have a lot of background years of customer service and working...
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Independent Living Specialist
My name is Lauren. I am an IL specialist at CWDR and I am also a full-time student at CWU majoring in Social services and minoring in Law & justice. I enjoy working with people. I have...
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Health and Wellness Coordinator
Dan started as an intern at CWDR in June 2011, while completing his bachelor’s degree in recreation management. As recreation manager, he is able to use both his educational background and his experiences...
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Youth Transition Coordinator
Amy Spitznas joined CWDR in 2022 as the Youth Transition Coordinator. She provides Independent Living/Transition Services to students with disabilities by helping them access educational opportunities,...
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Disability Specialist
Hi everyone, I am Sawyer Stearns and am the Disability Specialist at CWDR. I have just recently graduated from Central Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Life. I have...
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ERAP Eligibility Specialist
Alivia started with CWDR in 2019 as an Administrative Assistant, then returned in December 2021 as Intake Specialist. She is currently studying for her Bachelor's in Social Work, and intends to pursue...
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Cares Act Specialist
I’m an outgoing person who likes adventures. I like going on road trips, meeting new people along the way, and experiencing new places. I’m still figuring out what I want to major in, but I...
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Covid-19 Program Advocate
Hi everyone, my name is Jo-Anne Marie Nickles and I'm the newly appointed Covid-19 Program Advocate as of September 12th 2022. Since the start of the pandemic, there hasn't been...
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