Deanna Mansfield
Householder and Crew Leader
Deanna came to High Spirit in November, 2023, from the North Shore of Massachusetts. She has professional experience as a paraprofessional in school settings and as an early intervention technician in the field of ABA. She also has a BA in Psychology, minors in Art Therapy & Philosophy, graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of New England. She has a Usui Reiki certificate and training in Crisis Response. Deanna loves living on a farm and in a community that embraces diversity of all kinds. A 9-5 office job would not suffice! She believes that everyone deserves to live a meaningful life and her work at High Spirit proves this. She will do whatever it takes to help bring the residents’ hopes and dreams to fruition. Additionally, her strong medical and human rights advocacy skills improved lives within her first year here. Scheduling, house management and planning her Day Program crews (elderberry harvest!) keep her busy. She relaxes with her dog Lula, with DIY crafts, and by hosting bonfire nights.
“I appreciate the support I’ve found here, the ability to be myself without fear of judgement, the ability ask for help, and to have honest communication. I appreciate my unique relationships with all of our residents & the fun we’re able to have on crews & in my home. It’s a job, but it’s my life, too! And I love that integration. ”
