Autumn Donatell
Autumn Donatell
Youth Development Specialist
Favorite PassageWay Elements
Exercise | Relationships | Service
“I chose these PassageWay elements because they’ve created a positive and solid foundation in my own life.”
QUOTE
“Hope, to me, is the written and unwritten desire to see and take on every tomorrow in the face of difficulty, adversity, and circumstance.”
DETAILS
- Education: Cumberland High School – GED, 2020; UW-Stout – BS Psychology, in progress
- With Northwest Passage since 2022
Michael Eder
Michael Eder
Weekend Supervisor
Favorite PassageWay Elements
Recreation | Nature | Relationships
“I enjoy the opportunity to relate to and build relationships with kids from all types of backgrounds and life experiences. I have a strong interest in recreational activities such as basketball, baseball, and football as well.”
PROFILE
“Hope means “an opportunity given.” We as staff have an obligation to give the kids that we work with all the necessary tools and opportunities so that they have “hope” as they transition to the next phase of their lives.”
DETAILS
- Specialty: Recreation and relationships
- Education: AAS, Corrections Science
- With Northwest Passage since 2003
Emma Ekstrand
Emma Ekstrand
Youth Development Specialist
QUOTE
“Hope means to me that with enough effort and perseverance we are able to overcome the setbacks and roadblocks to become healthier, stronger, and have better days.”
DETAILS
- Education: Occupational Therapy Assisting
- With Northwest Passage since 2020
Sydney Erickson
Meghan Fischer LPC, ATR
Meghan Fischer LPC, ATR
Therapist
Andy Flottum, MSE
Andy Flottum, MSE
Program Coordinator
Favorite PassageWay Elements
Relaxation | Spirit | Exercise
PROFILE
Coming soon…
DETAILS
- Specialty: Special Education
- Education: MS, Special Education; BS, Elementary and Middle School Education
- With Northwest Passage since 2001
Mindy Grinde, LPN
Mindy Grinde, LPN
Medical Coordinator
Favorite PassageWay Elements
Nature | Relaxation | Relationships
“Nature: When I am in nature I get a calming sensation. I feel less stressed and free to breathe in the air around me and take a moment to reflect on life. It is almost like I am taking a vacation from everything around me. Relaxation: I like to take moments in my day to learn to live in the moment and use breathing techniques to reflect on my day. Relationships: To me, relationships are one of the most important things in human life. We all want to connect and make bonds in our lives. Family and friends are something that helps me cope with everyday stressors and always make me feel better.”
QUOTE
“Hope is a never-ending journey. It means the feeling of something better or a more desirable outcome.”
DETAILS
- Education: Pine Technical College, Pine City, MN – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 2012
- With Northwest Passage since 2020
Erica Gurtner
Alan Guthrie
Alan Guthrie
Overnight Care Staff
QUOTE
“For me, hope is being able to see the way forward with love enthusiasm. Once you are able to do that you can gain a good self-worth, confidence, and peace.”
DETAILS
- Specialty: Patience and Listening
- Education: London Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Marketing, Public Relations and Sales
- With Northwest Passage since 2018
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