Learn about your Intake Specialist: Hope M

By Tori Bost | February 6, 2026

Hello! My name is Hope, I am an Intake Specialist here at Consumer Directions Inc.   I am currently working towards a degree in Business Management. Before coming to CDI, I worked in healthcare, the hospitality industry, and also in the service industry. I have always had a deep passion for helping people feel heard and supported, and I am thankful to be able to practice that every day through my work.   Outside of the…

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CDI Receives National Excellence in Financial Management Services Award

By Tori Bost | December 20, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that CDI has been recognized nationally with the prestigious Excellence in Financial Management Services Award from Applied Self Direction. This award highlights our exceptional leadership and management of Financial Management Services (FMS) in the self-direction program. CDI was nominated for this honor due to our unwavering commitment to service and…

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Learn About Your Intake Specialist: Carolyn R

By Tori Bost | April 30, 2023

Hello! My name is Carolyn, and I am an Intake Specialist here at Consumer Directions. I have been with Consumer Directions for 5 years and enjoy my job very much. Before coming to CDI, I was a full-time Special Needs Assistant in the Elk River School District for 17 years. I have always loved working…

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Learn About Your Director of Intake and Enrollment: Dori V

By Tori Bost | June 6, 2022

Hello! My name is Dori, and I am the Director of Intake and Enrollment here at Consumer Directions. Before earning my B.S. in Human Services, I completed an A.S. in Business Management; During my studies, I realized my passion for serving others overwhelmed my interest in business. As an Intake Specialist, I thoroughly enjoy the…

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Learn About Your Intake Specialist: Paris A

By Tori Bost | November 10, 2021

Hello, my name is Paris! I’m an Intake Specialist with Consumer Directions Inc. Before I started with CDI, I spent most of my time working in-office for a home service company and building my portfolio as an artist. I enjoy talking to people and helping in whatever way I can, when I heard about CDI,…

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