About Us

Where individuals with special needs and their families are always supported, never excluded. No one should ever have to fight for their place in society, their education or their safety. That's why our mission is to advocate this until it is the everyday reality. Whether you spin, flap, sing, scream or chin, be free to be you!

Lindsey Horvath, LMSW

Lindsey earned her Masters Degree in Social Work from SCSU in 2020. Throughout her career, she has put her skills to use in special education (8yrs), residential treatment and individual therapy (3yrs). She is currently employed by a CT high school as a School Social Worker and likes to spend her free time cooking, traveling and making memories with friends and family. Lindsey met Jenn and Derek in 2012 and is proud to be a part of Walk for Derek, and to support the amazing work that Jenn has done and continues to do to spread awareness and create impactful change in the lives of so many.

Taylor Kelley

Kelly Martoni, BCBA

Kelly is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Kelly received her Master’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Kaplan University and her Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Bridgeport. Kelly has over 25 years of experience working with children and adults with diverse needs. Kelly has consulted in schools, in home settings, and adult DDS residential services. Kelly is currently employed as a BCBA for Plymouth Public Schools, and Connecticut Behavioral Health. Kelly resides in Naugatuck, CT. Kelly met Jen and Derek in 2017 and is thrilled to be a part of Walk with Derek!

Kirstin McKusick

I have my undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education. I am a certified Regular Education and Special Education teacher. I have my masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I have 1 daughter and 4 dogs