August 2024 Employee Spotlight - Michelle Durfee

“Her drive for constant improvements is contagious!

Meet Michelle! Michelle works out of the Bangor office as our  Shared Living Program Manager.  Michelle’s unwavering dedication to our Programs is unmatched; her drive for constant improvements is contagious!

Michelle is always down for an adventure with her “can do” attitude. Want to plan a dance? Go to Disney? Legoland? Need to know where the best hotels are on the east coast? MaineCare regulation? She is your go to Gal.  Thank you, Michelle, you’re a Rock Star!

 

What her co-workers are saying!

“Michelle impresses me with her ability to multi-task without ever showing signs of being overwhelmed.  She is a champion for client rights and can be counted on to be the voice of reason when we are faced with figuring our creative ways to support clients that present with unique challenges.  I was looking forward to more daring DSP adventures with her and whoosh, away she went to Shared Living, where now she reigns with style and grace.”


” I, honestly, don’t know what I would do without you!  Probably decorate for Halloween year round…Thanks for always helping me find the humor in the day.!”

“I always feel comfortable going to Michelle with any questions I have knowing she is willing to answer them and help me with whatever task I need help with. Michelle is patient, kind and fully listens when needing someone to talk to.”

“Michelle is amazing! She has a calming demeanor and problem solves well. She is awesome to work with and a great resource for everyone.  I can always call her for guidance and she is up for anything.  She is our true Champion of Evergreen, and we love her for it!”

“Michelle has a natural ability to deal with the stress of her job but always has a positive attitude.  She is an essential member of the team in the Bangor office and all of Momentum.”

“Michelle is an invaluable asset to Momentum not only with her knowledge and expertise in so many areas but with her caring easy going attitude she makes you feel a part of any team that she is a part of. I am grateful to know her and consider her not just a co worker but friend.”

Get to know Michelle!

How Long have you been with Momentum ?

“8 Years”

What do you like most about what we do here?

Everything! Momentum has endless possibilities for the folks we support and for the staff that work here. Momentum is a family and a place where people are happy to work or attend. Finding a job that truly makes you happy is difficult, but I found that here..

What is your Favorite Momentum moment?

Our recent trip to Disneyworld. Just seeing everyone's goals be met and watching them have the time of their lives. So many great memories were made that week.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

Regeneration!

What is one thing people don't know about you , that they would be surprised to find out?

It took a while for me to find what I wanted to be when I grew up. I went to school to be a hairdresser. I am a certified cake decorator and once was a certified preschool teacher.

What show(s) are you currently Binge watching, or books you are reading?

Just got finished watching The Boys, I typically binge watch all the Marvel series and way too many reality shows to name.

What is one thing on your bucket list ?

To keep traveling. I love exploring new things and going on adventures with my family.

 
Hannah SmithMomentum, Inc