Meet Kyle, Kaiya, Emma, & Tyler from Upstate NY

In the quiet hills of Otsego County, there’s a special place where individuality and potential shines through in every smile and every step forward. It’s called Pathfinder Village, a community built on the belief that everyone deserves the chance to live, learn, and thrive, no matter their challenges. Among the vibrant residents of Pathfinder are these four remarkable individuals. Each one of them brings a unique light to this inclusive community. Pathfinder is a place where people with disabilities come together to support, grow, and uplift one another. Pathfinder it isn’t just a place, it’s a purpose. Kaiya lit up when asked about her experiences while living at Pathfinder. She said, “We do some pretty awesome stuff,” What stands out most to her isn’t just the activities or the beautiful campus, it’s the sense of belonging. “I love it here because we’re all like-minded people. We understand each other.” Many residents are attending Otsego Academy, a college experience offered through Pathfinder. It teaches skills for independence, offering an education not just in academics, but in life itself. Whether it’s learning how to cook, finding a job, or managing their own daily needs, the students are turning their dreams into everyday victories. Pathfinder is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the year! Splash Path, a colorful 5K run that celebrates ability, community, and inclusion. It is an open event offered to the community. No one is left behind. No one is judged. Everyone is celebrated. Kaiya has a powerful message for the world. “Everyone has a disability in some way,” she says. “But if we put our minds to it, we can learn to live with with our disabilities. We can learn to cope, and even overcome.” One thing the group wants to tell the world is, “We believe in a world beyond labels, a world where people are accepted just as they are. A world where differences don’t divide, they unite. Where independence isn’t just a goal, it’s a journey walked together. A place where love, respect, and acceptance are not ideals, they are daily acts.” Thank you so much for visiting!