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Stories

There are so many stories of success and perseverance at Pathfinder Services that we believe we have to share those stories publicly. There are stories of positivity and prosperity among people we serve, staff members, fundraisers, and the programs we offer.

Almost 40 years ago, Mary Burke’s youngest child went off to kindergarten, and Mary went out to sell encyclopedias door-to-door. She quickly learned that wasn’t her gift, but she didn’t quite know what her gift was.

Eager to help her friend, who was a nurse affiliated with Pathfinder Services, Mary applied for a job opening in adult daily activities. Though she lacked the self-confidence to believe she had…

Stories Of Hope

Local Community Inspiration

It is important to us that the people in the communities we serve see the wonderful impact we are making and how what we are doing is strengthening those communities


Angela's Ramp
December 05, 2016
Angela Vance is happy to be in her own home today, something that wouldn’t have been possible without Amramp, a… Read More
Olivia's Education
August 05, 2016
Heather S. is a mother of four children, ages 2 – 15. She has come to believe that the earlier you start a child in school, the better… Read More
Laura's Home
July 21, 2016
Laura’s husband passed away, and she had no idea how to go forward. She had spent the last couple of years taking care of him and… Read More
Kristian's Job
June 19, 2016
For Kristian, Pathfinder Services is about opportunity and family. Three years ago, Billie Ison, Employment… Read More
Jonah's Opportunities
June 05, 2016
Upon their pediatrician’s advice, Jonah’s parents began looking for a program to help their son when he was just… Read More
Sarah's Passions
June 02, 2016
For Sarah, nothing creates a sense of relaxation or excitement like art. The Creative Abilities Arts Studio offers an opportunity for… Read More
Tosha's Journey to HomeOwnership
May 30, 2016
Her daughter is in the Varsity Singers at Huntington North High School and her son is serving our country in the US Navy. Tosha is also… Read More
Mary's Heart
February 20, 2016
Almost 40 years ago, Mary Burke’s youngest child went off to kindergarten, and Mary went out to sell… Read More
Vickie's New Opportunities
January 20, 2016
In 1955, the options available to those with disabilities in Huntington County were nearly non-existent. But… Read More