Our Mission

The mission of Continuum is to positively impact the quality of life for adults with disabilities by providing a range of quality supports and services through volunteer job opportunities that offer choices to assist each person in developing their own future based on personal goals and desires. At Continuum, we believe that individuals are defined by their unique strengths and qualities; and not limited by their disabilities or challenges.

Our Story

Danny and Maria have worked as special education teachers for many years.  After working as educators in Orange Unified’s Adult Transition Program, they saw a need for their graduating students.  Their vision was to build a program that would allow students to continue their journey through opportunities for vocational skill development and community integration.

Leadership Team

Maria Nguyen

Co-Founder & Director

Maria is an Orange County native.  She received her bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University and went on to pursue a master’s degree at Pepperdine University.  She earned her special education teaching credential through the DC Teaching Fellows program in our nation’s capital and was credentialed through Cal State Fullerton when she moved back to Southern California.  Maria has taught students from age 3-22 years old with special needs in all educational settings.  During her free time Maria enjoys traveling and playing with her Great Pyrenees, Mowgli.

Danny Lentini

Co-Founder & Director

Danny grew up in Orange and began serving the special needs population while playing little league volunteering with the Challenger Division.  He worked as a special education aide while completing his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in special education at Cal State Fullerton.  He holds both Early Childhood and Moderate/Severe credentials and has taught special education for 18 years.  Danny is a loving husband and father to twins.  He enjoys spending time with his family and taking them on new adventures.