Russell Johnson joins the Friends Western Montana team with a passion for serving children. Since August 2020, Russell has assisted individuals with finding housing, applying for Medicaid and SSI benefits, and connecting them with therapists and medication management services at 3 Rivers Mental Health Solutions. Russell has also worked as a Paraprofessional at Missoula County Public Schools, creating a positive learning environment for children. In addition, Russell gained valuable experience as a Paraprofessional at West Ada School District, where he assisted children with disabilities with schoolwork and provided teaching support. Russell is committed to making a difference in the lives of children in the Missoula community.