Monique is an Oakland native who has spent over seventeen years serving diverse families and at-promise youth throughout the Bay Area. She brings an impressive track record of growth and success in program management and development – at Old Skool Cafe, Conservation Corps North Bay, and Girls Inc. of Alameda County.  Throughout her experience, she has overseen dozens of staff, developed and facilitated trainings, managed county contract deliverables, and advocated for organizational change with a lens of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. She has deep-rooted compassion for the challenges inherent in the culturally sensitive work of DayBreak and is committed to serving her community - especially those marginalized by systemic inequalities.

Roger leads DayBreak's innovative program for caregiver learning and respite, the Care Co-Op. Roger facilitates and supports DayBreak's partnerships to create affordable programs of enriching activities for people living with dementia, and meaningful "time-off" and learning opportunities for family caregivers. He is a compassionate and dedicated social service professional with eighteen-years of experience in the child-welfare field and who recently made the pivot to working in the geriatric community. Roger received his BA in Psychology and his Master of Science in Vocational Rehabilitation from California State University, Fresno.

Antonae Roberson leads DayBreak's Rapid Response Case Management program. ​ Antonae guides a fast-moving, resourceful and dedicated team of Case Managers to provide supportive and independent housing, healthcare, food, transportation, mental health and help-at-home. ​ Antonae is a professional facilitator, community liaison and case manager of services for older adults and formerly adjudicated or institutionalized youth. Antonae has a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Arizona, and Associates from San Jose University.

Ms. Eddie has over 40 years of experience in affordable and supportive housing in Alameda County. She has a strong commitment to her work and believes that everyone deserves a safe home environment that supports a sustainable quality of life.

Susan has been a physical therapist for 35 years and has worked at CEI, Center for Elders Independence in Oakland area for 25 years. Susan holds a doctorate degree in PT and is American Physical Therapy Association Geriatric Specialist certified.

Karen holds a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have served as Program Director and educator in the geriatric community for over twenty years, serving individuals with dementia while offering support to their loved ones. Karen is drawn to assist and inspire persons with dementia, and their caregivers, to lead a meaningful, quality of life experience, focused on the individual, rather than the disease.

Anitra is Bay Area native who has worked in the field of social services for over 15 years. Her 15 year career spans in a variety of areas including working with at risk youth, incarcerated adults, newly released parolees, homeless Veteran and currently seniors and adults with disabilities. She's passionate and committed to improving the lives and circumstances of people in marginalized and underserved communities. She holds a BA from California State University, Hayward in Sociology with a minor in Human Development.

Thania is a Rapid Response Case Manager who is committed to supporting the well being of seniors in Alameda County. Thania received a BA in Psychology with a minor in Women's Studies from Mills College in Oakland, CA. She has previous experience working in the customer service field throughout the Bay Area, and working with families with young children to support happy, healthy development. She is passionate about giving back to her community and advocating for marginalized individuals.

Bronson has a B.A. in Public Health with a minor in Holistic Health. Bronson has worked with various populations including children on the spectrum and seniors. He is passionate about helping the community and learning from other backgrounds.

Loata is a proud Oakland native committed to uplifting underserved communities through an equity-driven lens and inclusive collaboration. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science with minors in Public Health Sciences and Education from the University of California, Davis. With a passion for health equity, social justice, and creative design, she brings experience in research, health and housing navigation, and program coordination. Loata is dedicated to expanding access to vital resources and building meaningful connections across diverse communities.

Rev. Dr. Barbara Galloway-Lee is the Community FCSP Facilitator for DayBreak. She holds a key role in the development, coordination, and facilitation of support services for family caregivers. Rev. Galloway-Lee establishes support groups, provides training on such topics as mindful meditation, and provides community outreach. Over the course of her career, Dr. Galloway-Lee has built a wheelhouse of knowledge that includes community development, fund development, capacity building, and program development. She has an outstanding legacy locally and is in demand to present workshops on Spiritual Care and Health Ministry nationwide. Rev. Galloway-Lee is a retired Director for Pastoral Care Services, Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA, and a past Director for Community Health Ministry for Summit Medical Center in Oakland, CA. Under her charismatic leadership, she has received honors from the American Hospital Association and the Circle of Distinction Award for Outstanding Achievement in Developing Innovative Partnerships. Dr. Galloway-Lee has a strong "prophetic imperative sense" in and on her that has resulted in her receiving a BSW from Temple University, Masters in Counseling and Administration from Antioch College, Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

De’Andre is a proud Oakland native with a diverse background in technology, events, and project management. De’Andre brings a wealth of skills and experiences to our organization. He received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from San Jose State University. Over the past 10 years he has worked with and for the community through multiple programs that allowed him to teach at-risk Oakland youth STEM principles, feed and work with the local homeless population, and help bridge gaps between our local government and youth through his work with the City of Oakland and the Oakland Parks and Recreation organization. He hopes to use his skill sets to add a fresh perspective and point of view and help our local elderly community by providing them with quality service.

With a diverse background in social services, public health, and mental health, Jayde sees the world through a lens of equity, justice, and compassion. She brings experience working with unhoused individuals, Veterans, those facing mental health challenges, individuals with disabilities, family caregivers, and more. She is passionate about doing her part to make the world a place where those facing both challenges and triumphs can find community and support.

A proud Oakland native, Chinasa is a Rapid Response Case Manager who provides timely, compassionate support to older adults that experience crisis. With over five years of experience in case management, especially in reentry services for formerly incarcerated people, she brings a trauma-informed approach to service delivery. She is deeply committed to supporting individuals during moments of transition and helping clients build pathways of stability. Chinasa holds a B.A in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Sonoma State University. In her free time she loves to work out, travel, and read dystopian fiction novels.

Shammah Jireh Martin brings extensive expertise in housing and case management, dedicating her career to helping individuals navigate complex systems and secure stable housing resources. She is devoted to her family and loves spending quality time with her daughter, relaxing at the beach, and going on hikes.

Tasheen Holmes is a Rapid Response Case Manager at Day Break with 18 years of experience in clinical case management and behavioral health services. She is dedicated to supporting individuals with complex mental health, substance use, and co-occurring challenges through compassionate, person-centered, and trauma-informed care. Tasheen's clinical approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-informed strategies, motivational interviewing, seeking safety, harm reduction, and psychoeducation. She is committed to meeting clients where they are, building trusting relationships, and empowering individuals to achieve lasting stability, recovery, and improved quality of life. Tasheen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Correctional Program Support Services. She is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) as part of her path toward becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her commitment to continued education reflects her dedication to expanding her clinical expertise and providing the highest quality of care to the individuals and communities she serves.