Meet Carl Richards, Director of Security at Saratoga Family Residence. Since joining HFH in 2019, Carl has grown from Safety Supervisor to Director of Security, earning a reputation for steady leadership, dedication, and a deep commitment to the safety and well-being of both staff and families.
We spoke with Keena Richards, Director of Family Services at Saratoga Family Residence, to share an inside look at how the Family Services team supports families from the moment they arrive in shelter. Read the full Q & A:
Meet Jayda Gabriel, Chef at Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment. Since joining HFH in 2022, Jayda has launched the Pastry Arts course and continues to lead workshops in pastry and barista training. Her creativity, passion, and individualized teaching approach have helped countless students gain confidence in the kitchen and discover their own potential.
Meet our latest Staff Spotlight: Annamaria Santoro, Senior Director of Operations at HFH. Annamaria started her HFH journey teaching in the Early Childhood Education Center at Prospect and now helps oversee critical programming across the organization—from family services to education and summer camp. Her adaptability, extensive knowledge of operations, and commitment to HFH’s mission make her an essential part of the team.
We recently hosted our first-ever Legacy Luncheon—a special celebration honoring HFH staff with 20+ years of service. Read more:
Meet our newest Staff Spotlight: Krystyna Zubik, Office Manager at Clinton Family Residence. Since 1997, Krystyna has helped keep Clinton running smoothly while making everyone feel welcome. Her dedication, attention to detail, and care for staff and residents make her a vital part of the HFH team. Read the full Spotlight:
Meet our latest Staff Spotlight: Hulberto "Bert" Martinez, Building Operations Manager at Island Family Residence. Making sure residents feel safe and comfortable in their living spaces—from plumbing fixes to overseeing critical building operations—is at the forefront of Bert’s work. His hands-on leadership, reliability, and contagious positivity make him an essential part of the HFH team. Read the full Spotlight:
Meet our latest Staff Spotlight: Tiffany Diaz, Case Manager at Allie’s Place Family Residence. Since she started two years ago, Tiffany has been dedicated to helping residents create plans to achieve their goals and move forward. Her commitment to her clients and her teamwork with coworkers make her an invaluable part of the HFH community. Read the full Spotlight:
Meet our latest Staff Spotlight: Eric Smith, Director of Building Operations at Prospect Family Residence. Eric has been with HFH for 37 years and is widely known for his loyalty and willingness to share his extensive expertise with his colleagues. Check out the full Spotlight:
Our 2023 Impact Report is here! We’re excited to share the milestones and highlights from the past year at HFH. From enriching activities in our Early Ed and Afterschool programs, unforgettable experiences at HFH’s sleepaway camp, Camp Wakonda, and job-training opportunities at Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment, to wraparound services provided by Family Services supporting 1,559 families in HFH shelters. Read the full report:
