Press Release  Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council Welcomes New Member Melissa Bradley

Quincy, Mass. — Governor Maura T. Healey has appointed Melissa Bradley as a citizen member of the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council.

Bradley is a self-advocate with experience in the field of early childhood education. As a member of the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC), she will work to advance policies and initiatives that promote the rights, independence, and opportunities of disabled individuals.

“We welcome Melissa Bradley to the Council. Melissa brings self-advocacy and new perspective that will enrich our work for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” said Craig Hall, MDDC Executive Director.

Bradley is originally from Billerica, Mass. and now lives by herself in Revere. In 2001, Bradley graduated from Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School in Billerica with several citizenship awards. Following high school, she enrolled in The Transition Program at Middlesex Community College and received a certificate in Office and Business Support, and was also awarded Student of the Year. Bradley went on to spend 12 years working at Walgreens, completing her Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, also at Middlesex Community College. In 2012, Bradley began her position at Little Sprouts, an early education and childcare center. After several years in her role, Bradley decided to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and enrolled at Salem State University, which she graduated from in 2023. Bradley currently works as an infant teacher.

Outside of her professional life as an educator, Bradley has been a member of Springboard, a social club for adults with autism and learning differences since 2003. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her parents, three siblings and their spouses, and nine nieces and nephews. She enjoys running, traveling, shopping, crafting and babysits on the side.

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