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Nadine Center Manager Nadine was born and raised in Lebanon. She is a Pharmacist, graduated from the Lebanese University. She recently moved with her family to the United States. Nadine joined the CBFRC Brandon family after being members with her family for months. Her family had joyful moments and big help from the center, which made her wanted to join them to spread joy and support, too. Her boys are everything for her! She recently discovered a new passion for craft works and decorating items, so when she has free time, you can find her painting and decorating items. Je parle le français و اتكلم العربية ايضا Ingrid Intake and Referral Specialist Ingrid Arias Cardulis born in Cuba, in the city of Havana. She has a bachelor as Licensed in Education, on the specialty of Spain Language and literature at the University of Cienfuegos, and a Master degree in Education. She loves teaching, and believes in the power of the words, and the education. Had experience in Middle school and High school, but mostly in High Education. On the last 23 years she has worked in the Spanish Department at the University of Cienfuegos. Yo hablo Espaṅol! Amanda Family Specialist Amanda is a longtime Florida resident who loves books, nature, and laughter. She graduated with a degree in literature after 14 years of study and believes in the affirming power of incremental progress and the importance of working towards your goals regardless of the end results. In her free time, you can catch Amanda talking about her cat Stinky, going to county parks, and pointing at the moon. Monica Support Specialist Jahira Family Specialist (Part-Time) My name is Monica, I was born in Colombia. I am a mother of two children. I lived in New Jersey where I started working with the community at my local church. I have been a Florida resident for 6 years now and I really enjoy the community and the interaction with people. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling. I am very excited for this opportunity and looking forward to work with the team and provide an excellent service to the community. Jahira is a first-generation student who grew up in a small town in Florida with a population of 16,000. She moved to Tampa to attend college. Her parents are hard-working immigrants from Guatemala. Her parents and community, who have supported her in everything, have developed and influenced her to work hard and give back to the community. In her free time, she can be seen visiting coffee shops and reading history books.

Jesus Center Manager Jesus is from the Dominican Republic, living in Tampa since 2010, the only boy in a family of 6. He's been working in the family business since an early age. A hotelier by trade with a Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management and a Master in Tourism and Hotel Administration, with ample experience in the industry. Love to ride bikes, hiking and watch movies; with a new passion to give back to the community. Jesus is bilingual and fluent in the Spanish language Johanna Intake and Referral Specialist Johana, was born in Colombia, she is mother of two children and moved to this country 5 years ago. Her BA is on Administration and Human Resources. Her mission is to help Hispanic people and migrants to feel part of this society. Johana like manual arts, painting, decoration, and have always a smile and a good attitude. Coming Soon Family Specialist Clara Support Specialist Coming Soon Family Specialist (Part-Time)

ADA Accessibility Statement The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) ar e committed to ensuring all visitors to familysupporthc.org are able to use the website to access information about the organization and the services of the CBFRC. ADA Compliance In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the American’s with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), CBFRC will not discriminate against qualified individuals on the basis of disability for services, programs, or activities. ADA Coordinator – Our Commitment to Help It is important to note that improvements to the website are ongoing as we work to meet and/or exceed the requirements of the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0. If you encounter a problem using our website, including issues related to accessibility or have any questions regarding our efforts around WCAG 2.0, please reach out to us so we can provide you with the information you are seeking in a timely manner. CBFRC has established an ADA Coordinator to facilitate assistance for disabled residents and visitors. The ADA Coordinator can facilitate members of the public with the provision of auxiliary aids and services for CBFRC meetings, programs and events. The ADA Coordinator also investigates and seeks to resolve any complaints regarding accessibility to CBFRC facilities or programs. Dexter Lewis and Tim Bennett ADA Coordinators Children’s Board of Hillsborough County 1002 E. Palm Ave. Tampa, Florida 33605 E-mail: info@childrensboard.org Phone: 813-229-2884 ADA Notice The ADA does not require actions that would fundamentally alter CBFRC's programs or services where that imposes an undue financial or administrative burden; however, CBFRC will make reasonable changes to its policies and programs to ensure qualified persons with disabilities of equal opportunity for its services, programs and activities. Requests for accommodation should allow sufficient time to provide it. CBFRC does not surcharge any person or group for the cost of providing appropriate auxiliary aids or services, or for reasonable modification of its policies. To request an accommodation or make a suggestion regarding inaccessible programs, services or activities, please contact the ADA Coordinator referenced above. Please give sufficient notice and provide the following information if you are requesting an accommodation: Your specific need Your accommodation request for the suggestion(s) Your name and contact information. Third-Party Applications While you are visiting our site, you will notice that we make use of third-party sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to provide information about (CBFRC). Though individuals may have challenges with access to these particular sites, CBFRC does not control or remedy the way content is portrayed. ADA Grievance Procedure CBFRC has established a grievance procedure and will take prompt and reasonable action to investigate and eliminate discrimination when found. It should be used by any person who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination based on disability in the provision of services, activities, programs or benefits by CBFRC. If possible, the complaint should be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator listed above and contain: the identity of the complainant; the basis for the allegations; and a description of the alleged discrimination with the date of occurrence. If the complaint cannot be submitted in writing, the complainant should contact the Coordinator for assistance. The ADA Coordinator will respond to the complaint within thirty (30) calendar days and will take reasonable steps to resolve the matter. Should the ADA Coordinator be unable to resolve a complaint satisfactorily, the Coordinator will forward the complaint to CBFRCChief Executive Officer or her designee, who will have up to 20 business days to arrive at a final resolution of the complaint.

Tyheshia Director Prior to joining Lutheran Services as the Director of the Children’s Board Family Resource Center, Tyheshia worked as an Executive Director for a small non-profit in Denton, TX. Their mission was to provide families with housing services, financial support, and case management they need to break the chains of generational poverty on their road to self-sufficiency. During her entire 20-year human services career she has focused on providing services that impart individuals with the tools they need to be successful and self-sufficient. Her commitment to helping others is illustrated by her work history. Tyheshia is an 8-year Veteran of the United States Navy. She served as an Operations Specialist responsible for gathering, processing, and disseminating information in the Combat information Center. Later she worked to assist fellow Veterans transition to civilian life. Tyheshia is a firm believer in collaboration and believes that no one organization or individual can end anything anywhere; success can only be achieved when you come together as a community and work cooperatively towards the common goal. Tyheshia’s a Georgia Peach that’s married to someone from the Frozen Tundra (Wisconsin). They have 3 children and a cat all born in different states: Washington State, Florida, Wisconsin, and Texas (Oreo the Cat). Although Tyheshia is not from Tampa, her Tampa Bay roots run deep. Tyheshia’s family is from a small community started by migrant workers and sharecroppers at the very tip of Manatee County on called Rubonia. The descendants of those individuals still live there to this day. If you ever you find yourself at the South County Center ask me about: JAPAN! Parisa Operations Manager Parisa is Iranian and speaks Farsi, Spanish and English. She has worked in multiple countries with many cultures and societies. Parisa's experience includes: Fifteen years as a teacher, ten years translating, and seven years at Family Resource Organization in Venezuela. ¡Yo hablo español! من فارسی صحبت میکنم! Lynique Early Childhood Service Coordinator Supervisor Lynique relocated from Maryland to Florida to join the CBFRC Team. Lynique possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Services, with a concentration in Child and Family studies and a Master of Science degree in Executive Leadership & Change with a concentration in leadership within nonprofit organizations. She describes herself to be a highly motivated, compassionate individual with over 20 years' experience working with children and families and 15 years of supervision. Solymar Programming Manager Solymar is originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico. She is a dedicate theater educator with 15 years of experience inspiring students through the transformative power of the performing arts. She is also a Trainer of the Standard of Quality of the National Family Support Network. Prior to join our team she worked with our funder, the Children's Board as a Public Relations Outreach. Her goal for our centers it's to create quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County. ¡Yo hablo español!

Marisa Center Manager Dr. Marisa Martinez has over 20 years of experience in K-12 education. Marisa is from Chicago and lives in the Tampa area with her family.She earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Chicago State University, a Master's in Administration & Supervision from Loyola University and an undergraduate degree in Secondary English from DePaul University. Her various roles as a high school English teacher, school counselor and administrator have prepared her well for the role of Early Childhood Service Coordinator. Marisa enjoys serving the community, spending time with her family and traveling. ¡Yo hablo español! Aysun Support Specialist Aysun was born in Gaziantep, Turkey - a beautiful city where she desired even as a child to help others. She went to Gaziantep University of Turkey and graduated with an AA Degre in Business Management. Soon after in 2011 she moved to Tampa, Florida. She has 3 beautiful kids. Currently she is studying for a BA degree at Islamic University of Minnesota. Her goal is to be able to help others achieve their goals and help them find resources to succeed. Ben Türkçe konuşuyorum! Amanda Family Specialist Originally from the Pacific Northwest and raised in Virginia, Amanda moved to Tampa two years ago with her husband. She holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Chowan University and is currently pursuing her nursing degree. Amanda has a passion for learning and is studying both Spanish and Arabic, reflecting her love of connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. Friendly and patient, she aims to make every interaction supportive and meaningful. Iris Intake and Referral Specialist Originally from Puerto Rico, she holds a bachelor's degree in biology from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico and is currently pursuing a master's degree in medical sciences at the University of South Florida. Her ultimate goal is to become a doctor and provide high-quality care to underserved populations. She enjoys traveling and reading. ¡Yo hablo español! Katrina Family Support - Part Time I’m a dedicated professional with a strong passion for helping others and creating positive change. I enjoy working in supportive, people-focused roles and continuously look for opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact in my community. My interests include personal growth, community support, and building strong relationships.

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