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Stratton Palmer joined Montana's Heart & Home Foundation, he comes to us with an extensive background in Special Education. Stratton found his passion for working with adults with special needs at a very young age. At the age of 12, he volunteered as an assistant coach for Laguna Niguel Lions in the V.I.P. Soccer League, a league for children with disabilities. This led Stratton to be a vital part of the Best Buddies Program all 4 years as a student at Dana Hills High School. During these years, Stratton realized this was his passion and what he felt called to do in life. Stratton began his professional career in 2008 working for the Capistrano Unified School District. Throughout the years, Stratton has had the chance to work with all age groups at a moderate/severe disability level. More recently, Stratton has been working as an Executive Director for an adult special needs day program located in San Juan Capistrano but has left to start his own business venture "The Happening OC."

Stratton’s passion for this field of work led him to Mountain View Church, where he currently leads Mountain View Church’s special needs ministry.

A well-respected member of the Montana's Heart & Home Foundation team, Justin Picard is one of our founding members and will be playing a vital role in shaping our vision and programs.  Former Executive Chef , Justin Picard, who grew up initially in his  family's restaurant, located in Dover New Hampshire,  then traveled the world sharing his love of cooking, will now  bring his years of experience into Montana's Heart & Home  foundation, his love for food, cooking and teaching will be well-loved by all the residence.

My name is Kimberly Picard, Montana's Heart & Home has been a dream of mine for many years. My experience as  a mother for the past 24 years to my daughter Montana  has given me amazing tools and a wealth of first hand knowledge to draw from. My faith in God has been an integral part in this beautiful journey.  My love for this community of individuals has only expanded over the years and I am so very blessed to be a part of their lives. 

Along side of being a mom, I have owned and operated Montana's Heart apparel and gifts since 2016. We are a brand who's heartbeat is to bring a beautiful awareness to individuals with special-abilities.  I am so excited for this next season as we press forward in creating this amazing home.

Crystal Benyo , born in Southern California, Crystal has a wonderful family , she is one of 4 siblings. Married for 44 years to her high school sweetheart. Crystal has owned and operated many businesses and has been the bookkeeper/auditor for most of these businesses as well as with additional companies.

 Crystals faith, her deep love and commitment for her family is such an inspiration and we are so blessed to have her on our team.