Introducing Meley, our dedicated Program Support Specialist at LGBT Life Center. With a sociology background from VCU and experience in scribing and labor rights advocacy, Meley is here to support all your mental health and housing needs. Driven by a passion for addressing systemic issues like mental health struggles, housing insecurity, and more, Meley is…
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Introducing Taziya: A Dedicated Advocate Joining Our Housing Team at LGBT Life Center
Meet Taziya (TAZ), our new Housing Specialist at LGBT Life Center! Taziya joins us from Portsmouth DSS, where she worked as a CPS In-Home case worker. With a passion for advocating for the community and a commitment to our mission, Taziya is here to assist you with housing eligibility and screenings. Name/Nickname: Taziya (TAZ)Pronouns: She/ HerJob title:…
Introducing Cherita: The Newest Addition to National Health Field Interviews at LGBT Life Center
Get to know Cherita, our dedicated field interviewer, who has a rich background in public health from her previous role at Portsmouth Naval Medical Center. Discover how she’s making a difference through the National Behavioral Health Survey. Get to know Cherita Name/Nickname: Cherita Pronouns: she/her Job title: Field Interviewer Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? Previously,…
(re)Meet Nathan Ruckman: Our Go-To Expert for HMIS (Housing Data) at LGBT Life Center
Nathan has returned to the team on a part-time basis after a brief period away from The Center, during which he explored other professional opportunities. We’re thrilled to have him and his energy back on board! Welcome back, Nathan. Get to know Nathan Name/Nickname: Nathan RuckmanPronouns: He/HimJob title: Housing Data Entry Specialist I’m here to help you with…Anything HMIS…
Introducing Hillary Hardin: Charting a Path of Service and Advocacy at LGBT Pharmacy Care
Meet Hillary, our vibrant new Pharmacy Enrollment Coordinator. Hailing from North Bergen, NJ, and recently relocating to Suffolk, VA, Hillary brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for healthcare and advocacy to our team. Her journey from Life Stance Health to the LGBT Life Center is fueled by a desire to use her…
Chelsea Brings Experience and Heart as a Housing Stabilization Specialist
Name/Nickname: Chelsea/ChelzPronouns: She/HerJob title: Housing Stabilization Specialist Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? Elevance Health-Network Data Specialist I’m here to help you with: Housing support, utility assistance, and ensuring people in our community have stable, safe housing. How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life Center?During my job search, I came across the position,…
Meet Latasha Harris: Lifting Lives as Our New Housing Case Manager
Join us as we welcome Latasha Harris, our new Housing Case Manager, to the LGBT Life Center team! Latasha brings experience and passion in supporting underserved populations. Her previous role in a long-term care facility for adolescents and young adults has equipped her with invaluable skills and insights that she is eager to apply in…
Meet Veronica: Bridging Cultures and Care as Our New Bilingual Medical Case Manager at the LGBT Life Center
Name/Nickname: VeronicaPronouns: She/her Job title: Bilingual Medical Case Manager Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? I am originally from Texas but moved to the state of New Mexico. I worked with the CPS department for over 6 years as a senior case worker and senior investigator. I continued my journey in Virginia and…
Meet Morgan: From Stage to Service – Our En Pointe Community Health Navigator
Name/Nickname: MorganPronouns: He/himJob title: Community Health Navigator Where’d you come from and what’d you do there?I am a retired professional dancer (ballet, modern, swing, salsa, etc) who is making a transition to a less physically strenuous career. I’m here to help you with…with navigating our services and finding the right solution for each individual. Whether it’s knowing your status…
Introducing DJ: Your Compassionate Community Health Navigator – Embracing Diversity and Sexual Health Empowerment!
Name/Nickname: DJPronouns: Any/All (He/They/She/Them)Job title: Community Health Navigator Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? I worked as a server/bartender at a restaurant called Mama Rosas in Hampton. Before that, I managed an Adult Novelty store called Romantic Kingdom. I’m here to help you with…Knowing your HIV and STI status through our free testing services, as well…