Representative Theresa Wood

THERESA WOOD grew up in Waterbury and attended Champlain College, earning a Legal Assistant degree and later a bachelor’s degree in business from JSC. Her career includes work in State government helping people with disabilities live full lives as valued citizens in our communities. She was formerly Director of Developmental Disability Services and Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living. Upon leaving State service, the Theresa Wood Citizenship Award was created. This is an award given yearly to a person with developmental disabilities who embodies her qualities. Theresa was executive director of a national corporation that contracted with the State to help Medicaid recipients manage their chronic conditions. Tropical Storm Irene brought devastation to her hometown; after helping rebuild her mother’s home, she was chair of ReBuild Waterbury. She also served as a Community Liaison between the Agency of Transportation and the town of Waterbury. Theresa’s community service includes work on the school board, Revitalizing Waterbury, Rotary Club, Historical Society, Waterbury Senior Center and her church. Theresa previously served on the Corrections & Institutions Committee and currently serves on the Human Services Committee. Theresa lives with her husband and 2 dogs in Waterbury. She’s an animal lover, enjoys flower gardening, playing poker and other games.