Community Crossroads
Karen Blake has a diverse work experience in multiple industries. Karen currently holds the position of Director of Community Partnerships at Community Crossroads since August 2023. Before this, they worked as the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy at Community Support Network, Inc. from September 2021 to August 2023. Prior to that, Karen was a Coordinator of Public Policy and Marketing at Northern Human Services from February 2013 to December 2021. Additionally, they served as NHCDD Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair of Public Policy at the Council on Developmental Disabilities from 2013 to August 2019. Karen also worked as an SIS Certified Interviewer as an Independent Contractor at CSNI from October 2013 to May 2017. Earlier in their career, they held the position of Supervisor Central Reservations at Loon Mountain Resort from September 2008 to April 2012 and worked as an Account Manager at Medical Systems Inc from June 2003 to April 2006.
Karen Blake completed their Master of Arts degree in Public Policy at New England College from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies from Newbury College. Additionally, Karen attended the University of New Hampshire, where they participated in the NH LEND Program and studied Disability Studies. However, specific information regarding the degree obtained or the duration of their time at the University of New Hampshire is not provided.
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Community Crossroads
A comprehensive community agency serving families and individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions from birth to elder years through conflict free case management. Community Crossroads is one of ten non- profit corporations designated as “area agencies” by the state of New Hampshire. In this role, we are responsible for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families from birth to elder years as well as adults with acquired brain disorders. Originally established in 1979 as Region 10 Client Management, the agency has grown over the past thirty eight years to serve over 1,200 individuals and families in eleven towns in southern New Hampshire. We have become an integral part of our local communities through fundraising activities, civic involvement, and partnership with local businesses. Beginning in 2012 we expanded our services and our mission to support anyone in need of long term care. This includes elders and other adults with chronic health conditions under the Choices for Independence program. We also offer Representative Payee services to those who need extra help managing their finances. This includes not only individuals with disabilities but also veterans; people who are homeless; and others receiving Social Security benefits. Both of these services are available to people living anywhere in New Hampshire. In 2017, we were awarded a contract from the NH Department of Health and Human Services to serve children with chronic health conditions and their families under the Partners in Health program. Community Crossroads also offers access to our Oral Health Program for anyone served by the agency.