Our Mission
At NextGen Synergy, Inc., we bring together people, resources, and opportunities to build a best-practice model for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions (IDD/MH). Our focus is on expanding services, enhancing support and knowledge, and fostering person-driven approaches to ensure people can thrive in their communities.
At NextGen Synergy, we believe every person deserves to lead their life on their own terms. Our innovative community care hub model bridges people, systems, and integrated supports to transform how individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health needs are served.
By connecting families, providers, and allies with systems like Medicaid and behavioral health programs, and by leveraging technology and collaborative problem-solving, we reduce fragmentation and build sustainable, person-centered pathways of care. Together, we’re creating communities where everyone has the tools, resources, and support to thrive.
At NextGen Synergy, Monica and Nick are natural collaborators and connectors, bringing together people, organizations, and experts to drive innovation and transform systems of support for people with I/DD and co-occurring mental health conditions. With our deep expertise in program development, policy, and strategic growth, we create partnerships, foster collective impact, and build sustainable, person-driven solutions that empower communities.
Our Team
Our Board
Najla Wortham
President, Rock
Creek Foundation
Jessica Neely
Director Knowledge
Management, SEEC
Carole Argo
CEO, NCIA
Leslie Thompson
Division Director, Chimes
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Shawn Kros, CEO The Arc of Northern Chesapeake Region
Russell Lehman, Disability Rights Advocate UCLA
Rick Callahan, CEO Compass Inc.
Daniel Caridi, CEO Kibu
Innovators
We are innovators, transforming the future of I/DD and mental health services by developing cutting-edge models, pioneering best practices, and driving systemic change that empowers people, professionals, and communities.
WHY CHOOSE US
Collaborators
We are collaborators, bringing together people with I/DD, families, DSPs, clinicians, and leaders to co-create solutions, share expertise, and build strong, person-driven support systems that drive meaningful and lasting change.
Connectors
We are connectors, bridging the gap between people, providers, policymakers, and experts to create stronger networks, shared learning opportunities, and innovative partnerships that enhance services and expand possibilities for people with I/DD and co-occurring mental health conditions.