At Ottawa Friendship House, our staff is the heart of everything we do. They bring patience, compassion, and a strong sense of purpose to their work each day—showing up not just as professionals, but as mentors, advocates, and trusted friends.
Guided by tradition, respect, and a deep commitment to community, our goal is always to create a welcoming environment where individuals are supported, valued, and encouraged to live their best lives.
Executive Director
Administrative Assistant
Director of Finance & Human Resources
Accounting Clerk
Director of Quality Assurance
Director of Community Day Services
Residential Director
Residential QIDP
Registered Nurse – Trainer (RN-T)
Director of Maintenance
Part-Time Registered Nurse – Trainer (RN-T)
Brian Hughes, Dentist and Business Owner
President
Mike Matteson, School Administrator for Wallace Grade School
Vice President
Richard Myers, Retired from the Regional Office of Education
Treasurer/Secretary
Caroline Bressendorf, Transitions Program at Ottawa High School
Jesse Cavanaugh, Business Owner, Deer Park Golf Club
Tom Duttlinger, City Engineer, Etscheid Duttlinger
Rod Halterman, Business Owner
Heidi Nelson, Attorney at Emmett Law
