MEET THE TEAM

Lisa has been with The Peninsula Shepherd Center since October of 2018. She comes to PSC with six years of leadership and fundraising experience in Non-Profits. Previously, Lisa had over 20 years as an executive officer in the mortgage industry. She played a key role in three national financial services start ups which led to initial public offerings. Lisa has twin daughters and cherishes her time with her family. She is actively involved in her church and relaxes by cooking for family and friends. Lisa is inspired by the members of PSC and looks to continue to expand opportunities for seniors in the Peninsula communities.

Lauren has been acting as our Program Coordinator since February, 2024. Born and raised in sunny San Diego, Lauren received her Bachelor of Arts in Technical and Professional Writing from San Francisco State and later explored a career in education assisting students with learning disabilities excel in their school work. Lauren's volunteer experience spans from marketing and communication for local art galleries, to engaging with San Diego's youth and disadvantaged communities in times of need and environmental compromise. In her free time Lauren enjoys writing poetry, writing short stories, attending local clothing and art markets, and sharpening her skillsets in professional writing. 

Jim has been with the Peninsula Community Senior Center since 2016. He was born and raised in Washington State and graduated from Biola University in the Los Angeles area. He received a Masters degree from Denver Seminary and then attended National University for a Masters in Counseling Psychology. Jim is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (license now retired), as well as a licensed Minister. His work in the field of psychotherapy, including managing several treatment programs, spans over 30 years. He would describe his areas of specialty as child sexual abuse (working with both victims and perpetrators), adults with ADHD, couples, depression, and the homeless population with mental health and addiction issues. Jim is very involved in his local church. He says that he loves to continue learning, staying informed on political and cultural issues, especially those of theological or psychological significance. Oh yes, he also enjoys Padres baseball and his thoroughly awesome cat, Zeke. Jim's folks in the Senior Lounge love his sense of humor and describe him as kind, open to new ideas and a great listener.

David has been helping at the Peninsula Shepherd Center since 2019. Raised in Vancouver Canada, David received his BS in Engineering From Queen's University, Ontario, Canada, and then came to California for graduate work at UC Berkeley. After 35 years of science and engineering projects David "retired", got another degree in Education, and currently tutors community college student in STEM subjects. Thru his involvement with All Souls church, he started a series of technology/computer classes for Seniors. When Covid forced the center to take its programs online, David helped set up the Zoom meetings for presentations and helps seniors get connected by setting up their tablets/computers at home. Currently David hosts bi-monthly technology presentations and ask-me-anything sessions.