Name/Nickname: Naheem HeightPronouns: He/HimJob title: Community Health Navigator Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there?I was previously working in ABA with Maxim Healthcare as an ABA Therapist for children with ASD and other behavioral issues. I’m here to help you with…Servicing the community by providing education on prevention and testing. How did you…
New Staff
Empowering Communities: Our New Health Navigator Guided by Core Personal and Professional Values
Name/Nickname: Allison or AlliePronouns: She/HerJob title: Community Health Navigator/Prevention Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there?I am from South Shore Massachusetts, and relocated to Virginia Beach. At my prior job I was a Prevention Educator for HIV & Infectious Diseases at a small clinic in Brockton, Massachusetts called the C.O.P.E Center where I did everything…
Our New Data Analyst Leverages Numbers to Improve Our Work
Our new Data Analyst, Gina Montanarelli, improves our work by giving us a clearer understanding of the situation through evidence. Name/Nickname: Gina MontanarelliPronouns: She/herJob title: Data Analyst Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? I was the Donor Database Coordinator for the Chesapeake Humane Society, and I also volunteered there weekly in the cattery! I’m here to…
Marcus Helps Clients Take Control of Their Health
Marcus has dedicated his career to helping people get the resources they need to thrive. Name/Nickname: Marcus StewartPronouns: He/HimJob title: Medical Case Manager Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? I worked in Applied Behavior Analysis as a Registered Behavior Technician working with kids with Autism. I’m here to help you with… Linking clients to medical care, encouraging…
Welcoming Bryan Armock, Director of Operations, to the Team!
From the high seas to a “Higher Love,” our Director of Operations uses his passion for efficiency to make a difference in our community. Name/Nickname: Bryan, Bry, B, Skates, Mr. Make It Happen…call me what you want but don’t call me late for dinner!Pronouns: He/HimJob title: Director of Operations Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there? I…
Our PrEP Coordinator Has a Passion for Helping People in Our Community
When he’s not kayaking, hanging out with his dog, or teaching our community about PrEP as an HIV-prevention tool, Maxwell is in school to become a substance use counselor. Name/Nickname: Maxwell Bradley/MaxPronouns: He/HimJob title: PrEP Coordinator/Prevention Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? U.S. Navy, I was a ship mechanic on the…
LGBT Life Center Adds a Housing Advocate to the Team
Our new housing advocate brings experience from Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH. Welcome to the team, Matthew! Name/Nickname: Matthew / MattPronouns: he/himJob title: Housing Case Manager Where’d you come from, and what’d you do there?I previously worked as a Resource Coordinator in the Behavioral Health Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH. I’m here…
Our New AR/AP Specialist: Glad to be Here, Queer, and Loves Black Mirror
When Danielle isn’t balancing the books, you can find her taking care of Sable, her 21-year-old horse, or watching an episode of Netflix’s mind-bending Black Mirror.
Our New Benefits Coordinator Connects People to Care to Improve Lives
Name/Nickname: Craig Pronouns: He/himJob title: Benefits Coordinator Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? Portsmouth Dept. Of Social Services, Benefits Program Manager I’m here to help you with… Signing up for and help understanding medical insurance and other benefits that folx may qualify for. How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life…
From Island Hopper to Advocate: Meet Ezra Sasao, Our Transportation Specialist
Whether for pleasure or LGBT Life Center clients, Ezra is booking transportation for someone when they’re not sleeping! You can often find Ezra traversing Pacific islands or advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Name/Nickname: Ezra SasaoPronouns: He/theyJob title: Transportation Specialist Where’d you come from and what’d you do there? I’m from a beautiful island in the Pacific…