Ryan Loiselle, LICSW, is a clinical social worker and the program director for FRIENDS WAY, a Lifespan partner. Ryan began his career at Friends Way in 2001 as a volunteer, and now manages the day-to-day operations, the organization's volunteers and its community outreach. FRIENDS WAY is the only bereavement center in the state, serving children ages three to 18 and families from throughout the region.