MiSpace, Inc. Supported Living

Aleta Baird had a desire to help others even in her youth when it was her dream to be a nurse. Her path took her elsewhere, though her passion to aid others remained unchanged. Aleta earned her MA in Psychology at Duquesne University, and after some time in Pennsylvania returned to Central Ohio. Aleta specialized in behavioral health as a Counselor before entering the role of Program Manager and assisting individuals with a provider agency. After several years, Aleta returned once more to counseling, but recognized that there was a great need for individually tailored, custom care supports that benefited individuals with developmental disabilities which were not being met. It was due to this need that she began MiSpace, Inc., in 2009. Aleta actively provides instrumental supports and guidance to her team in order to fulfill this mission, being both CEO and Director of Operations for MiSpace, Inc. It is her belief that all individuals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity with the proper foundation in place to meet and exceed any and all life goals.  

Kathy Hyland is excited to have joined the MiSpace office team as the Administrator. She is a valuable asset and a great addition to the team.  She has more than 10 years of experience working as a DSP with day programs and as a Trainer for ID/DD services at Alvis, Inc. She is a certified CPR/AED/First Aid trainer through American Red Cross. Her connection to individuals with different needs started in high school when she was an after-school caregiver for a neighbor.  She loves seeing "the spark" when people are able to have an understanding of each other. Kathy attended Ashland university and has graduate training in Theatre with an emphasis on Acting and Directing. She also has a an extensive background in education, having taught Theatre classes to ages 4 - 18, and to adults with developmental disabilities.  She is a director, stage manager and actor working with live theatre companies throughout central Ohio, including Curtain Players (Galena), Little Theatre Off Broadway (Grove City), and Evolution Theatre Co. But her favorite role is daughter and granddaughter to the women that are her inspiration.

Dottie Colborn is a natural caregiver who has been around individuals with ID/DD since the age of 13.  She grew up watching her mother care for others resulting in a deep connection to the field. She began paid work in 2012 as a DSP and joined MiSpace, Inc. in 2015.  Her love for the work and accuracy for detail resulted in being promoted to a Lead DSP in 2016.  She was promoted again to an SLC in 2019 and played a critical part in providing health and safety to individuals during COVID.  Dottie has earned the respect of those she supervises and understands the importance of an employee’s approach to help individuals meet their goals.  She is a team player and enjoys company social activities as it provides her additional time to spend with individuals in the community and see the growth in their interactions.