Amy Finkel President & Provider (509) 927-4466, (509) 979-6500 Amy is the founder behind the business.  After her third child, Joshua, was diagnosed with autism, she knew she would need to become educated in the field.  She earned her M.Ed. from the Dept. of Special Education at Gonzaga University, and went on to publish several research studies in peer reviewed journals.  Amy was an Adjunct Professor for Gonzaga University for over 8 years, and also taught a course on Autism for Whitworth University. She has presented her research findings around the country, consulted in a special school for children with Autism in South Africa, and has been a strong advocate for familes for many years.  As a parent of a young man with autism, Amy is personally and professionally dedicated to providing top quality care and services in her adult family homes. She sees to it that her homes are safe, loving, beautiful, enriching, and nurturing.  Every individual is treated with the utmost respect...as she would want her own son to be treated.  She encourages everyone to reach their maximum potential for independence. Amy and students in South Africa

Michael Finkel Business Manager & Provider (509) 927-4466, (509) 280-9605 Michael immigrated to the United States from Ukraine,  part of the former Soviet Union, in 1976.  He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engeering from Washington State University in 1984.  His professional career has included Systems Analyst, Financial Analyst, and business consulting.  With the autism diagnosis of his son, Michael, aka "Micha", became active in advocating for individuals with disabilities.  Advocating has become such a large part of his life, that he proudly sits as a Member of the Board of Directors for The Arc of Spokane. He is now an active business partner along with his wife Amy in Person First Corporation.