About Us

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Who We Are
About Voices For All Abilities

Our Mission
At Voices for all abilities, we are dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities for individuals of all abilities.  our mission is to empower, support, and uplift voices that often go unheard in our communities. 
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Meet Our Board
 

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Whitney

Founder/President

Whitney McBride is the President and Founder of Voices for All Abilities (VFAB). A lifelong resident of Pahrump and mom of five, Whitney turned her family’s experience navigating early autism diagnoses for her sons Layne and Keaton into community action. She launched the Pahrump Special Needs Support Group (200+ members) and founded VFAB to connect families to resources, advocate for services in Nye County, and build inclusive programs that celebrate differences and promote acceptance. Guided by the belief that every voice matters and every ability counts, Whitney partners with schools, providers, and local leaders to make inclusion the norm.
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Alexandrea Newson


Client Liaison 
I have a passion for providing an environment to where people of all different abilities can exist and thrive. I have a teacher and psychology background; I believe this has provided me with insight on the resources need in the community. I am honored to be apart of VFAB and looking forward to the difference we will make in the community.
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Jennifer Olson

 

Client Support and Wellness Director

Jennifer Olson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and co-owner of Oasis in The Desert Counseling, LLC. She holds a Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University, with specializations in Clinical Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Trauma and Grief Counseling. With a strong focus on working with children and adolescents, Jennifer is deeply committed to fostering inclusive, supportive environments that celebrate diversity across all settings. She brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to her work, helping young people navigate complex emotional and developmental challenges. A long-time resident of Pahrump, Nevada, Jennifer has called the area home on and off for over 32 years. Her deep roots in the community fuel her passion for advocacy and service. In her free time, Jennifer is actively involved with Voices for All Abilities, whose mission closely aligns with her own values of empowerment, inclusion, and accessibility for individuals of all abilities.
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          Shanny Schlader

          Activity Director

My name is Shanny! I recently moved to Pahrump and am so grateful to be part of VFAB. I absolutely love working with kids—helping them learn, grow, and feel supported brings me so much joy!
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            Kendra Chambers


               Vice President 
  • I'm a Military wife and mom of 2. Family and community mean everything to her. Advocating since childhood for herself and others. From cna-- preschool teacher, a love for others and a need for inclusion. She believes Children are the future and all deserve a world where inclusion is the new normal. One of her strong beliefs is that no disability should hold you back. She teaches this in her own actions with her own struggles as a adult with dyslexia. She advocates for others, gives parents a listening ear, and constantly learns new ways to help this beautiful community.