New Staff

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Name/Nickname: DaisyPronouns: They/SheJob title: Housing Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? I have a business as a realtor, which I am continuing to do while working for The Life Center. I’m here to help you with…Understanding your housing needs, eligibility for rental and utility assistance, and to help you access other services at…

Name/Nickname: Diane (Name: Recina)Pronouns: she/herJob title: Housing Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there?  I came from the City of Virginia Beach Housing Preservation Dept as a Housing Specialist. I’m here to help you with… Housing Stabilization, a Good Laugh, and to lend a helping hand to all persons in the Agency….

Name/Nickname: Jay Pronouns: He/HimJob title: Community Health Navigator/Prevention Specialist Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? I was working at Cricket Wireless and as a consultant to Xcuslive Medical Staffing. At Cricket Wireless, I sold phones and helped with marketing. At Xcusilve, I planned all the company events, and birthday events, and did marketing….

Name/Nickname: Shari Bailey  Pronouns: she/herJob title: Housing Case Manager Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? ForKids: Case Manager/Housing Specialist I’m here to help you with… making sure you’re getting the medications you need, the support you need, and helping individuals toward self-sufficiency and empowerment. How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life Center?I truly enjoy…

Name/Nickname: Jan ClinePronouns: He/HimJob title: Development Coordinator  Where’d you come from and what’d you do there?Coming from Primeplus Senior Centers where I was the Wellness Coordinator. Arranged nearly 50 fitness classes each week with 12 part time contracted instructors, planned educational presentations reflecting member interests, and taught 3 cohorts of at-risk seniors in CDC Diabetes Prevention course….