Passing the torch: Pierrette Guerrier, former director of the Health Home Program, and our new director, Nonaghosa Ohikuare
We are thrilled to announce that Nonaghosa (Nona) Ohikuare is taking on a new role as Director of the Health Home Program. Nona started her tenure at The Child Center as an individualized care coordinator with the Waiver Program. Through her hard work and dedication to our clients, she was promoted to supervisor, and when the Waiver Program transitioned to the Health Home Program in 2019, she served as one of the assistant program directors. Nona also was a recipient of The Child Center’s Russell L. Carson Visionary Award.
Nona has always had a passion for helping people, especially children, and after graduating from college she served at several nonprofit organizations, including Teach for America, AmeriCorps, and Refugee Family Services. Nona initially studied pre-law and international relations in college; however, it became evident to her that so many of the people she came in contact with who were involved in the legal system also had mental health issues, and these individuals and families needed support.
When asked about her new role, Nona shared, “I am excited to be part of such a great team, and I want to express my sincere appreciation for the great work you all have been doing. I recognize the unique contributions each of you brings to the team, and I’m here to learn from each of you and understand your perspective on how we can move forward together. I am committed to supporting your professional development. My door is always open for feedback and ideas, and I encourage open and honest communication within our team. We are stronger together, so let’s collaborate on solutions and make the most of our collective skills.”
