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Hudson Milestones
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sally Medeiros, Chairman
Lynette Medeiros, Vice-Chairman
Lauren Nardini, Treasurer
Karen Gray, Secretary
Feliciano Lim, Parliamentarian
Peter Amadeo, Trustee
Karen Fargo, Trustee
Michael Stanlaw, Trustee
Maria Velez, Esq., Trustee
Hudson Milestones
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Teresa Maietti, Chief Executive Officer Akenten Oti, Chief Advisor of Auditing/Reporting Jose Rosario, Director of Finance & Operations Donna Dolan, Director of Compliance Kathleen Ruiz, Director of Day Support Services Tracey Belvedere, Executive Secretary Hudson Milestones
PROGRAM
Welcome and Opening Comments
Introductions and Acknowledgements
Introduction of Hudson Milestones Board Members,
Executive Staff, and All Stars for 2025
Dinner
Presentation of Year 2026 Recognizing Excellence Awards
Dancing
Auction
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR VERY OWN HOME-GROWN HUDSON MILESTONES AWARD WINNERS
Ericka Ribeiro
Healthcare Advocate of the Year Award Recipient
John Hoehl
Ann Vrola Memorial Citizenship Award Recipient
Bisola Adeniyi; Lydia Martinez; Ericka Ribeiro
2025 All Star Recipients
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2026 RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE ANNUAL AWARDS
Tonight, Hudson Milestones honors the recipients of our Recognizing Excellence Annual Awards. These awards provide an opportunity for Hudson Milestones to formally acknowledge many of the organizations and individuals who help the agency to continue to provide quality services to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities throughout Hudson County. The recipients of the awards were chosen from a large number of impressive nominees submitted in each award category. Final selections were made by Hudson Milestones' Board of Directors.
The Patricia O'Donnell Memorial Community Volunteer of the Year Award honors a Hudson County individual whose community involvement has helped Hudson Milestones accomplish its mission. It is presented in memory of Board Director Emeritus, Patricia O'Donnell. This year's recipient is Peter Amadeo.
The Chandelier Charity Organization of the Year Award honors a community volunteer group that has actively supported the work of Hudson Milestones as well as the individuals within our program. This year's recipient is the Moose Lodge #266. Hudson Milestones
2026 RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE ANNUAL AWARDS (CONTINUED)
The Healthcare Advocate of the Year Award honors a healthcare professional with an exceptional record for having provided healthcare to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This year's recipient is Ericka Ribeiro, RN.
The Ann Vrola Memorial Citizenship Award honors an individual who has an intellectual/developmental disability, resides in Hudson County and has distinguished him/herself by contributing to and participating fully in the community. This year's recipient is John Hoehl.
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Dedicated to the Clients
of Hudson Milestones
And I'd choose you;
in a hundred lifetimes,
in a hundred worlds,
in any version of reality,
I'd find you and
I'd choose you.
The Chaos of Stars
Teresa Maietti
Hudson Milestones
Chief Executive Officer
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Thank you Hudson Milestones
staff for providing such wonderful support to so many. Synogen Solutions
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones
for 76 years of support.
Frank A. Pinto Foundation
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Wishing Hudson Milestones
continued success from those of us at
Loretta Mc Gowan Foundation
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In Loving Memory of our Dear Sister
Lina Cruz Gutierrez You will always be remembered and loved. Your generous and kind spirit will always
live in our hearts.
Eufracia & Romulo Cruz,
Benedicta Cruz-Rizzo
and Family
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To the Board of Directors:
Thank you for your support and continued commitment to
the mission of the Agency.
To the Staff of Hudson Milestones:
Thank you for your love, support, and wonderful caring service to our Hudson Milestones clients and families!
To Teresa Maietti and Tracey Belvedere:
Congratulations and thank you for your hard work and tireless effort to ensure our Annual Dinner Dance is always a success.
With Much Appreciation,
Eufracia Cruz, Benedicta Rizzo,
Romulo & Leonida Cruz
Cruz-Rizzo Family
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TERESA MAIETTI (CEO)
Thank you, Teresa, for your great leadership.
You are in inspiration to everyone!
We thank you for your dedicated service and commitment to Hudson Milestones and wish you continued success and a bright future for the organization.
With love and gratitude,
Eufracia Cruz & Benedicta Rizzo
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones for 76 years of support.
H&N Custom Homes
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To the Staff of Hudson Milestones: We thank all our hardworking staff for their dedication and commitment to the agency. We are grateful for all you do for our Hudson Milestones clients and their families.
To Tracey Belvedere: Thank you for your hard work and commitment to making sure our virtual Ad Journal is always a success. You are very much appreciated.
Thankful and grateful,
Cruz-Rizzo Family & Friends
Romulo & Leonida Cruz; Dulce & Jade Lopez; Eden Ronquillo; Ted & Rosa Sevilla
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CONGRATULATIONS!
WE CONGRATULATE AND WE THANK YOU
FOR 76 YEARS OF SERVICE AND COMMITMENT
TO THE HUDSON COUNTY COMMUNITY!
Sally Felix & Del Vicedo, Dennis Musa,
Linda Pambuena, and Aida Villamaria Cruz-Rizzo Family & Friends
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Inserra Supermarkets Inc.
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Congratulations to
Hudson Milestones
for 76 years of support.
Akenten Oti
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Here at Bayonne Day Habilitation, fun is our language, love is our
mission, and our clients are the reason we shine every single day.
Bayonne Day Habilitation
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To the staff of Hudson Milestones, you go beyond providing care-you create opportunities, empower independence, and foster a sense of dignity and belonging for those you serve. Your patience, kindness, and professionalism do not go unnoticed and the impact you have on families and the community is truly immeasurable. Thank you!
Luis and Lauren Branco
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Congratulations Ericka
on your Healthcare Advocate
of the Year Award!
Donna Dolan
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones for 76 years of service!
Dr. Vince and Mary Ruiz
H-Hour Training and Events
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Congratulations to
Hudson Milestones for
76 years of support.
John Johnson Auto Group
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones for 76
years of support.
The Lim Family thanks the executives, staff
and direct support professionals for the care you all provide for our loved ones. Feliciano Lim
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Wishing Michael Nardini the Best Night!
With lots of love
Jim, Daisy, Paulino, Lela and Mia.
Thank you Hudson Milestones staff for
providing such wonderful support to so many.
Lots of Love from the Louro-Sudnik Clan.
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To Sally Medeiros, Board Chairperson and
the Board of Directors of Hudson Milestones:
Thank you for your unwavering guidance and support, and most importantly, commitment to Hudson Milestones and its mission.
To the Staff of Hudson Milestones:
Do what you love and you won't work a day in your life.
To the Clients of Hudson Milestones:
You make up some of the most beautiful moments that
ever happened in my life, and for that I am so grateful!
You are truly an inspiration to me.
Teresa Maietti
Chief Executive Officer
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones
- Board of Directors
- Executive Staff
- Management
- DSPs
on providing quality services to the
clients and its Mission for 76 years!
Michael Maietti
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In Special Recognition of:
Peter Amadeo
Recipient of the Patricia O'Donnell Memorial Community
Volunteer of the Year Award
Moose Lodge #266
Recipient of the Chandelier Charity Organization of the Year Award
Ericka Ribeiro
Recipient of the Healthcare Advocate of the Year Award
John Hoehl
Recipient of the Ann Vrola Memorial Citizenship Award
Congratulations on your well-deserved honors!!
Teresa Maietti, CEO
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Hudson Milestones
2025 All Star Recipients:
Bisola Adeniyi
Lydia Martinez
Ericka Ribeiro
Teresa Maietti, CEO
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To My Team:
I want to take a moment to personally thank each of you in Finance and Operations for an exceptional year. Your hard work, attention to detail, and commitment have not gone unnoticed.
Because of your dedication, we've achieved strong results, navigated challenges effectively, and continued to build a solid foundation for future success. Your consistent focus on excellence truly makes a difference.
I'm incredibly proud of what we've accomplished together, and I'm grateful to have such a talented and reliable group supporting our mission. Thank you again for everything you do - here's to an even greater year ahead!
Jose Rosario
Director of Finance & Operations
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Congratulations to this year's award winners:
Peter Amadeo, Moose Lodge #266,
Ericka Ribeiro and John Hoehl!!!
Your hard work, dedication, and passion truly paid off. Each of you has set an incredible example of excellence and perseverance. Wishing you continued success and many more achievements ahead!
Jose Rosario
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Congratulations to the 2025
All Star Award Recipients:
Bisola Adeniyi; Lydia Martinez; Ericka Ribeiro
Zosy Evangelista; Annie Bivetto; Tessie Jarencio
Cruz-Rizzo Family & Friends
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO ALL THE WINNERS!
Peter Amadeo; Moose Lodge #266; Ericka Ribeiro; John Hoehl; Lydia Martinez; Bisola Adeniyi; Gladys Pauta; Anthony Ortiz; Joseph White; QA Team; Tommy Camacho; Fabio Garcia; Jose Rosario; Jasmine Overton; Donna Dolan; De'Nasia Cates; John Caboara; Paul Njeru
Jennifer Connolly
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TO MY DEAR FRIEND
NAT AMADEO, JR.,
With love from your friend and neighbor
JO-ANN DOLAN
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Congratulations, John!
So proud of you!!
Love, your buddy,
Tom Tom
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An enormous thank you to all of the
hardworking staff at Hudson Milestones for
your continued dedication and tireless work and for all you contribute on a daily basis!
Congratulations to all of the award
recipients in 2026!
Well deserved!
Lynette Medeiros
Hudson Milestones Board Member
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Our sincerest gratitude to each
and every wonderful person who serves
the clients of Hudson Milestones!
Your worth is beyond measure!!!
Sally & Paul Medeiros
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Thank you for the many wonderful years
Michael has been at Hudson Milestones.
You all show such respect, kindness, and
support to each and every client.
They all have beautiful smiles when you walk
into the day hab.
Thank you for all you do in supporting not
only the clients but you help and support us parents as well.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!
Antonio & Michelle Nardini
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Congratulations, John!
I am super proud to say I have a front row seat in your life in the chapter that we met. I met you as my client with you making me work for every single dollar HM was paying me --> FAST FORWARD.
I want you to know I'm incredibly proud of you and all of your achievements.
Never forget that you are enough, just as you are. Continue following your dreams, continue being kind, thoughtful, authentic, and your unique you. Always remember you hold a piece of my heart and I'm always in your corner.
Love, Mommy
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Dedicated to the Staff
of Hudson Milestones:
Thank you for your love and support
for all of us, your clients. We are very
lucky and blessed to have you!
Love,
Frank Rizzo
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De'Nasia Cates & Lydia Martinez are the incredible Assistant Supervisors of the Hudson Milestones Adult Day Program! Their passion shines through in everything they do. From planning fun client-centered activities like March Madness, musical concerts, fitness, and celebrations, to teaching job skills and organizing fundraisers, they truly enrich lives every day!
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I want to thank the amazing Day Support Services team,
Jasmine Overton, Lydia Martinez, De'Nasia Cates,
Ramonita Roman, Adriana Torres, Samantha Pineda,
Direct Support Professionals for Jersey City and Bayonne
Day Habilitation, Weekend Respite, Respite, and
Early Intervention Practitioners.
Thank you for the compassion, dedication, and heart you
bring to your work every day.
The care you give truly makes a meaningful difference
in the lives of those you support.
It does not go unnoticed and I am sincerely grateful
for all that you do.
Kathleen Ruiz
Director of Day Support Services
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Thank you
Hudson Milestones
staff for providing
such wonderful
support to so many.
Mike Stanlaw
Stanlaw Fitness
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Congratulations to Hudson Milestones for an incredible 76 years of memories, love, compassion and family! Pete Amadeo
Congratulations, John!! Zynea and Asaad
Happy Birthday, Ruthie!! From all of us at Bayonne Day Habilitation, we wish you many more wonderful years ahead. Bayonne Day Habilitation
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Much appreciation from Francis Norton and family. Francis Norton and family
A big thank you to Teresa, Jose & DFO Teams! We really appreciate all the support you provide us every single day. Fabio & Nancy Garcia Valencia
Thank you Hudson Milestones staff for providing such wonderful support to so many. Karen & Michael Gray
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work! Kensington Group Home
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Brockman's Pharmacy
Kristen Flores
Danielle Kozel
Rachel Lock (Furman) Paylocity
Team Sharon Ashe Nadrowski for Bayonne
The Fiore Family
John Verga
Harriet and Debby Werner
Kim Zienkiewicz
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