12 Nov CP State mourns the loss of ADAPT CEO Ed Matthews
Posted at 10:50h
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It is with profound sadness that we share the news of our friend Ed Matthews’ passing:
ADAPT Community Network mourns the passing of Edward R. Matthews, who served as its CEO for the past 35 years.“Ed Matthews was a respected leader and an unwavering advocate for individuals with different abilities,” said Kelly Kaminski, Board President of ADAPT. “His work profoundly impacted the lives of thousands of children, families, and adults across New York for more than 50 years, creating lasting change and empowering countless individuals along the way.”
Ed Matthews oversaw the growth of the organization by expanding its reach to supporting over 25,000 families and individuals across eight counties, including the Hudson Valley, and employing over 3,000 staff members.
His most recent honors include being selected as a Crain’s New York Notable Leader in Healthcare, receiving the Healthcare Hero Award by Schneps Media, and winning the Hausman Humanitarian Award at the ADAPT Leadership Awards.
ADAPT sends their deepest condolences to the entire Matthews family, including his four children and four grandchildren.
MA Connell Funeral Home
934 New York Ave
Huntington NY 11746
Friday 2-4 & 6-9 (Calling Hours)
St. Patrick’s Church
400 Main Street
Huntington
9:15am Saturday
Please join CP State in wishing his family and his ADAPT family the best at this time.