Our Staff
Our team includes an Executive Director, a COO/House Manager, a Family Support Coordinator, and many dedicated caregivers. Every staff member is trained in CPR, emergency first aid, and specialized child care. Those who work directly with children complete a minimum of 40 hours of in-service training per year — covering child abuse indicators, neglect and abandonment, substance abuse, children’s mental health, community resources, and other critical areas.
Roxanne Executive Director
Roxanne joined Grandma’s Place in February 2014 as Director of Development/CFO and was promoted to Executive Director in December of that same year. A Magna Cum Laude graduate of Barry University with a BS in Business Administration, she is also a Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) with more than 30 years of fundraising and leadership experience.
Roxanne oversees all aspects of fund development — major gifts, annual giving, special events, grant writing, planned giving, public relations, and marketing — as well as the organization’s financial operations. She is always available to meet with donors, conduct tours, accept gifts, and discuss the many ways you can support Grandma’s Place.
Contact: Roxanne@grandmasplacepb.org
Jackie – COO / House Manager
Jackie has been part of the Grandma’s Place family since 2000. She oversees the daily operations of the shelter — managing expenses, coordinating staff schedules, and ensuring the home meets all health department and DCF regulations. She screens volunteers, maintains children’s records, and, most importantly, designs and implements the varied daily activities that meet each child’s age and developmental needs.
Jackie’s dedication to this work is evident in everything she does. Her commitment to the safety and well-being of every child in our care is, quite simply, unwavering.
Contact: Jackie.alvarez@grandmasplacepb.org
Kim – Family Support Coordinator
Kim joined Grandma’s Place in November 2021, bringing with her a degree in Psychology/Social Work from Eastern Michigan University and more than 20 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. Her background spans roles as a Supported Living Coach, Program Director for individuals with intensive physical and behavioral needs, and Director of Adult Day Training.
Kim is passionate about education, connection, and equipping families with the tools they need to thrive. She coordinates services, leads training sessions, and builds the kind of lasting relationships that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Contact: kim@grandmasplacepb.org