Empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the skills, support and opportunities to live more independent and fulfilling lives.

Melissa Wish - MSW, LSW
Founder

Melissa launched WaysForward to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build greater independence, guide families through the transition to adult services and help organizations and employers create workplaces where people of all abilities can thrive.

Prior to WaysForward, Melissa was the Transition & Work-Based Learning Coordinator at Banyan High School and a Social Worker at Opportunity Project, where she supported adults with brain injuries as they reintegrated into community and vocational life. She serves on the Board of JESPY House and earned her MSW from Hunter College and BA from the University of Michigan.

Individuals & Families

Teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as the parents and caregivers supporting them.

Schools & Organizations

Schools and organizations seeking guidance, training and resources to strengthen the support they provide.

Employers

Companies looking to hire, onboard and successfully support neurodiverse employees.

Let's talk

Have questions or aren't sure where to start? Reach out to schedule a conversation and learn how WaysForward can help.