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About the Team

The Rolling Start team works hard to ensure your voice is heard to empower and educate you to choose independent life of your choosing.

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JoAnn Wilkes

Interim Executive Director

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Jennifer Raby

Program Manager

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John Nguyen

Finance Manager

Pierre Adjivon

Assistive Technology Specialist

Nikisha Keys

Benefits/Cal Fresh Coordinator

Nathan Altis

Vocational/Employment Services Coordinator

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Nina Dorado

Independent Living Specialist

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Robert Moreno

Digital Media Manager

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William Wood

Integrated Programs Manager

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Edith Martin

Analyst

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Cynthia Robles

Independent Living Specialist/ PA Registry

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Olga Dudley

Benefits/Cal Fresh Coordinator

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David Aguilera

Housing Coordinator

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Richard Startz

Independent Living Specialist

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Chris Washington

Benefits/Cal Fresh Coordinator

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Diane Alford

ADRC Transitions Coordinator

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Genesis Hernandez

Emergency Preparedness/
PSPS Coordinator

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Jessica Williams

Benefits/Cal Fresh Coordinator

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Natalia Banuelos

Traumatic Brain Injury Specialist

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Angela Magellan

Accounting Clerk

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Jasmine Lee

Veterans Independence Program Specialist

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Eddie McCreight

Systems Change Advocate

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Anna Jimenez

Benefits/Cal Fresh Coordinator

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Emmy Monti

Victorville Reception/
Office Manager

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Monica Iniguez

San Bernardino Reception/ Office Manager

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Marissa Diaz

ADRC CalAIM Coordinator

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Rebeca Valenzuela-Fraire

Assistive Technology Coordinator

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Jose Sanchez

Independent Living Specialist