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Beverly Stewart

Nonprofit board’s actions ‘wrongful’

I am saddened and disturbed by the recent actions of the Board of Directors of The Gathering Place.

Lynn Bedell, who worked as its executive director, built up and maintained a vibrant, financially sound, much-loved program.

The staff were very happy with her leadership as well as the support and respect they received from her program participants. Their families and caregivers were happy with the caring, safe, fun environment that Lynn and the wonderful staff made available at The Gathering Place.

I resigned from the board in March because I was very concerned with the direction the board was taking. As far as I could tell, during my time on the board, Lynn's only “misdemeanor” might have been her expression of commitment and passion to continue to move forward and to offer the very best adult day program imaginable.

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