Steve Snyder has been like an uncle to me all my life, so it’s a personal joy to write something as I ponder the more than three decades of service, creativity, mischief, and love that he’s poured into this place as he prepares to leave his role. And as many of us know, you never really leave Gould Farm. Gould Farm tends to go with you, wherever you are.

As I stand at the threshold of departure, I am honored to share that someone is joining the community to continue our outreach efforts. I’m thrilled to welcome Stacey Henson, Gould Farm’s new clinical outreach director.

In a season often associated with renewal, May 2025 arrives with added gravity. It’s Mental Health Month—a time we’ve long acknowledged at Gould Farm with resources, conversations, and quiet encouragement. But this year, the moment feels more urgent.