Staff Members

Denise has been with DRS since 2011 starting as a volunteer then working her way up through the ranks to Executive Director.  Denise has a firm belief in inspiring individuals to develop their own strengths promoting self-accomplished goals. Denise has been in the nonprofit world for over 35 years. Before DRS, Denise had been a Domestic Violence Counselor and Legal advocate for 25 years assisting victims with their legal needs.

Denise’s work is well known in Larimer and Jackson Counties and has a good working relationship within the community. She works closely with law enforcement and the courts to ensure that individuals are receiving the services that they need. Denise has respect and compassion for everyone she works with.

Denise was promoted to Executive Director of Disabled Resource Services in January 2022. Denise is excited to bring a new vision to the position and encourages people from all walks of life to live their best life possible.

Denise holds a Master of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Administration of Justice and Security.

Marj worked at Hewlett-Packard for 23 years in accounting and Human Resources.  She has an associate’s degree from Front Range Community College and a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from Colorado State University. She came to DRS in 2002 as the assistant to the Executive Director and that entailed many diverse duties.  She left in June 2020 and came back in February 2022.  Per Marj, “It feels good to be back.  I have missed my fellow employees and the important work we do for the disabled community in Larimer County.”

Katie joined DRS in late 2016. She is an active intergenerational Independent Living specialist with education and experience that spans across a lifetime. Katie has a Bachelor’s of Science from CU Boulder and a Masters of Art, Gerontology from UNC, Greeley CO. She has studied and taught grief, loss, and its effects on individuals with disabilities. With over ten years of experience working in Centers for Independence Living, Katie has developed a strong passion for the ILC philosophy and is a strong advocate for individual positive change and personal choice.

Carrie has a degree in Social Work from Colorado State University. She is well diversified in multiple populations with experience working in the Criminal Justice System and organizations providing services and advocacy to those dealing with domestic violence, substance use disorders, mental health, disabilities, and dual diagnosis. She possesses a strong work ethic in creating change and assisting/advocating for those in need. Carrie is certified in Victim Advocacy and SOAR. She is passionate about the helping profession. Carrie volunteers where she can in Larimer County including her fondest accomplishment of painting a Loveland Heart for Veterans with a co-artist. Her mission is to be the person she needed in life’s challenges and to promote independence and remove stigmas attached to anyone with disabilities.

Jenny has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and an Associate’s degree in interpreting.  She has worked for DRS for over 10 years and has been an ASL interpreter for over 20 years.  Her specialties include mental health, legal, and vocational rehabilitation.  She is a member of the Colorado Association of the Deaf and the Colorado Registry for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Darold grew up on the western side of Colorado in a small mining town. He played with tools and equipment as far back as he can remember, then in high school he took automotive repair.  Following high school, he went into the National Guard as a Helicopter Mechanic and in the Army he was a mechanic. Darold got out of the Army in 1989 and went to work in Cleveland, OH as an Industrial Equipment Repairman.  He had multiple medical procedures done on his legs, and came back to Fort Collins where he was finally able to get his legs back under him, and came to work for DRS.

Cammy lives in Loveland and has worked with the developmentally disabled for the last 20+ years. She was born in Alameda, CA but has lived her whole life in Colorado. She studied at Colorado State University and received a Bachelor of Science with a major in psychology and a minor in sociology. Cammy joined DRS in January of 2024 and is excited to be in a position to continue to serve her community. Cammy enjoys hiking, reading, movies, traveling, trivia, cooking, and going to comedy shows.