Staff

Leilani (Lani) is the director of Maine CITE. She brings a wealth of experience to her role, having joined the program in July 2022. Prior to Maine CITE, Lani served as the Maine AgrAbility Project Coordinator for a decade. In this role, she championed efforts to support agricultural workers with disabilities or chronic illnesses by providing education, resources, and direct assistance. Lani’s background extends beyond disability services. She also has over 15 years of experience in the environmental engineering and consulting industry. This diverse background allows her to approach assistive technology from a unique and well-rounded perspective. To reach Lani, email lcarlson@mainecite.org, or call her work cell at 207-523-9208.

Melissa is an occupational therapist and assistive technology specialist at Maine CITE, the state assistive technology program in Maine. She has worked in a wide variety of educational and clinical settings as an OT, including home health, nursing homes, early intervention, schools, acute care, rehab, and as a program coordinator for an AT lending library and reuse program in Portland. Melissa joined Maine CITE in July, 2022, where she focuses on ensuring that all Maine people have better access to and information about the technologies and adaptive equipment they need to lead full and productive lives. To reach Melissa, email mbliss@mainecite.org or call 207-523-9761