Ryan Skelton, Ph.D. is constantly pondering his relationships to people, things and ideas in the world around him, captivated by questions of what is true — or not true— about the scope of his abilities.

“The more things I can figure out how to do for myself, the more elements of my disability become irrelevant. But right now, I still need help to shower, dress and prepare food.”  

Recently licensed as a psychologist, Ryan now lives at Burnside Station and plans to use his advanced degrees and mental prowess to help other differently abled individuals think about their lives in new ways.

“QUAD Inc.’s unique concept is liberating and humanizing, but it’s not a silver bullet. This structure allows residents to make our own way, bad or good.”