Alicia came to St. Columba with a history in psychology, crisis intervention
and grant writing. After serving as Case Manager for two years and Assistant
Director for 8 months, she was asked to become the director in June 2005.
Alicia can be reached at admin@stcolumba.hrcoxmail.com
Assistant Director - Helmi Ortiz
Helmi has been with St. Columba for over 30 years. She has served in all
capacities over the years, including that of bookkeeper, and has been
instrumental in St. Columba’s growth through the years.
Helmi can be reached at helmistcolumba@aol.com
Homeless Assistant - Chikara Britt
Chikara comes to St. Columba with a nonprofit background, having worked
as Senior Team Leader and Assistant to the Program Director at an agency in
New York. She has valuable skills in managing multiple phone lines, data
entry and providing client services.
Day Center Assistant - David Gungle
David is a long time friend of St. Columba and we were pleased when he
became a St. Columba employee, no longer placed through Senior Services
of Southeastern Virginia. He oversees the many aspects of the Day Center
and makes sure it is clean and orderly.
David can be reached indirectly at admin@stcolumba.hrcoxmail.com
Lead Case Manager - Ike Bingham
Ike has been with the Next Step Transitional Housing Program since 1999.
He oversees the male residents and is responsible for maintenance of the four
transitional houses.
Case Manager - Ruth Woods
Ruth is a recent graduate of ODU and holds a BS in Human Services. She
has a background in education, community service, and faith based outreach
programs. She works with women in our transitional housing.
Ruth can be reached at ruthstcolumba@aol.com
