Lindsay Weir, MS, CBIS, CPT, CIFT: Director, Neuro-Wellness and Education
Lindsay started at SLI in 2020 as a Graduate Fellow, working with the Neuro-Fit Assisted Exercise Program. She graduated from Merrimack College in 2021 with a Master of Science in Exercise and Sports Science. She also received her Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from Boston University in 2019. Lindsay is an ACSM Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (CIFT), which allows her to specialize in exercise programming for a wide range of populations including brain injury and beyond. She also holds an ACSM Exercise is Medicine (EIM) credential, which allows her to partner with clinical providers looking to transition their patients to a recreational setting or encourage more movement in their health and wellness routines. Lindsay has previous experience as adjunct faculty at Endicott College where she has taught Exercise for Special Populations in the School of Sport Science.
Lindsay is passionate about exercise as medicine and has focused her career on helping people with all levels of ability exercise safely and effectively. She looks forward to a future where individuals with a brain injury or neurological condition can reach their highest level of wellness without discrimination or setbacks. Through her work at SLI, she helps make this vision a reality by improving our wellness programs for residents, community members, and staff.
Maryem Haque: Neuro-Fit Instructor
Maryem started at SLI as an intern in the Neuro-Fit Assisted Exercise Program in the Spring of 2025. She graduated from Tufts University in 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in Community Health and a minor in Religion Studies. During her time at Tufts, she was also the captain of the women’s club soccer team and an avid member of various student organizations focused on political action and advocacy.
Maryem is passionate about promoting health equity and quality of life, particularly for underserved populations. Her passion for social justice and love for soccer have translated to her work at SLI through helping to run the fitness program, and increasing access to these health services for individuals whose needs are often overlooked. She is also working towards her personal trainer certification to further her knowledge and abilities in the exercise field to continue to reach her goals of promoting health and quality of life through fitness.
Meredith MacDonald, BS, CPT: Manager, Neuro-Fit North Shore
Meredith started as an intern in 2020 working in the Neuro-Fit Assisted Exercise Program. She graduated from Salem State University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Sport and Movement Science with a concentration in pre-rehabilitation. Meredith has had experience in school, gym, and at-home settings in her related field dealing with individuals who struggle cognitively and/or physically. During her time at Salem State, she was a player for the Women’s Tennis Team.
Along with working full-time for SLI, she is also a personal trainer where she trains individuals at all different ages. Meredith is also furthering her education in nutrition to further understand the interactions between diet and exercise. Meredith is passionate about fitness and teaching healthy lifestyle habits to her clients and special populations. She wants to help individuals who are struggling with overall health and guide them in the right direction.
Kaela Flashman: Neuro-Wellness Outreach Coordinator
Kaela joined the Neuro-Fit Assisted Exercise Program in 2025. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Health and the Humanities. She is passionate about creating accessible environments rooted in equity and person-centered care.
Her background includes supporting individuals navigating complex mental health challenges at McLean Hospital and fostering inclusive learning environments while teaching English in Spain. These experiences have deepened her commitment to supporting individuals across a range of abilities and life experiences.
Kaela is especially passionate about helping individuals succeed in both their physical and mental well-being, and she believes strongly in the connection between the two. She is currently pursuing her personal training certification to further integrate health, wellness, and movement into her work. In her free time, Kaela enjoys hiking, yoga, and going to the gym as part of her own wellness routine.