We Model Compassion in Our Community
Speech/Language Pathologists
Our Amazing Mentors
Elias "Eli" Smith
Eli is attending DePaul University and has worked at TDS for 13 years.
Outside of school he likes to yoyo, play frisbee, and listen to music.
"Working at TDS is one of my favorite things I’ve ever done in my life. I love that I get to meet so many new people and I love knowing that what I’m doing is making the world a better place. It has had an incredible impact on my life and helped shape me into the person I am today."
Isabelle Bouvier
Isabelle is attending The New School and has worked at TDS since the summer of 2017.
She loves to sing opera, read, write, and laugh with friends.
"TDS is special to me because of the loving community of wonderful individuals who have made it a second home. I am so grateful every day for the opportunity to listen and grow alongside these amazing people."
Analua"Lua"Moreira
Analua is attending Williams College and has worked at TDS since 5th grade!
Outside of mentoring, she loves drawing, writing, singing, acting, and all things social justice!
"What I love about TDS are the connections we build and friendships we make as mentors and mentees. I heard about TDS when I was in third grade, and it has been a meaningful part of my life ever since! The love we have and the community we hold for each other isn’t one you find anywhere."
Devon is attending Univerity of Massachusetts. He started working at TDS in the Winter of 2020.
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He loves to go fishing, play outside with his brothers, and play soccer. He also loves watching TV with his family, especially "The Flash."
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"My older brother has autism, so the opportunity to learn from caring, dedicated professionals who have experience in the field of speech pathology was too good to pass up. Also, I love working and having fun with kids of all ages."
Sarah Fischer
Sarah is attending University of Massachusetts and has been involved with TDS since 2015.
In her spare time, Sarah loves to do theater, sing opera, write poetry, make art, and listen to music!
"I love working at TDS because it is a wonderful chance for me to build very treasured relationships with people. Working at TDS gives me the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of others. I have learned so much through working with Matt and Teri, and feel so grateful to have this opportunity."
Louis Douville Beaudoin
Louis is a senior at Amherst Regional High School and began working as a mentor at TDS in the fall 2021.
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In his spare time, Louis enjoys playing frisbee, hiking, and biking!
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"Everyone I've met at TDS has been wonderful and the community here is incredibly supportive and enjoyable. I find that I learn so much from the mentors and mentees and I think it speaks to the environment at TDS that cultivates growth for everyone involved. I find so much joy workin with all the kids and teenagers at TDS and I look forward to seeing them every week!"
Tim Demling
Tim began his work at TDS in the summer of 2019. He is attending Northeastern University studying Math, Data Science, and Music.
In his spare time, Tim conducts a small pit orchestra, plays base in the Pep Band, and throws frisbees!
"I love working with TDS because I've seen the amazing results the programming has achieved and I've found being a mentor incredibly rewarding. I have a blast working with such energetic and devoted people as Teri, Matt, Brian, the Mentors, and the rest of the TDS staff."
Sara LaFever
Sara is attending Boston University and has been a part of TDS since the summer of 2014.
Sara loves to watch movies, listen to music, play french horn and piano, sing, act, and write.
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"I have known Teri since I was very young, and was happy to volunteer at TDS when she asked me. I loved working with everyone there and decided to continue. Being at TDS has helped me make many wonderful friends and to grow as a person. I love everyone at TDS and will always be grateful for everything I get to do there."
Alison Witherow
Ali is a senior at Pioneer Valley Christian Academy and began working at TDS in the fall 2021. She is excited for the great opportunity to gain experience for her future career by doing what she loves!
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In her spare time, you will find Ali playing basketball, taking photographs and tutoring.