Employee Spotlights
Chris’ Story
Building trust and changing lives – Chris is a shining example of our mission-driven staff.
Cleo’s Story
“EPI feels like home.” Fifteen years ago Cleo took a job as a part-time community worker for the Epilepsy Foundation of Rochester-Syracuse-Binghamton (now known as EPI) helping residents of the agency’s group homes learn everyday tasks like cleaning and shopping. She immediately embraced the mission of the organization that gives people with developmental disabilities the…
Congratulations to LaShonda Walker, EPI’s 2026 Rose Gagliano Scholarship Recipient!
“My goal is for every person I work with to feel included, valued, respected, and confident that they truly belong in their community.” EPI is proud to announce that LaShonda Walker, a Direct Support Professional at EPI’s Day Program, has been selected as the recipient of this year’s Rose Gagliano Scholarship. LaShonda is passionate about…
Missprecious’ Story
“ I learned the importance of trust, courage, and integrity. ” A very bubbly personality … a highly positive person … a heart of gold. All of these things describe Missprecious Brown, Residential Supervisor for EPI’s Shalimar IRA and Supportive Apartment Program. After working with children at a sister agency, she’s been with an epilepsy…
Theresa’s Story
“The people we care for are such an inspiration.” When Theresa Grana, MPA, RN began her career as a nurse at EPI in 2005, she soon realized how much she loved working in this field. Theresa was originally hired through an agency and came on board as a registered nurse in 2006. Almost 18 years…