Karen is a strong advocate of senior services and activities in Marin County. She was a founding member of the Ross Valley Seniors, an active and thriving community support group for seniors residing in the county. Karen understands how devastating isolation can be, having personal experience with aging parents, in need of both physical and social support. She has a personal commitment to promote resources and programs for those in need.
It takes a community to support the needs of all.”
Professional Affiliations
- American Dietetic Association, Registered Dietitian
- Association of Healthcare Food Service Managers
- San Francisco Bay Area Hospital Leadership Team
- US Army, Retired, Army Medical Services Corp
Background
- 30+ years experience working in numerous healthcare settings and institutions
- 20+ years with the San Francisco VA Medical Center, currently serving as Chief, Nutrition and Food Service
- Leadership roles in healthcare systems redesign and efforts within the Veterans Healthcare System to be more patient-oriented
- 6 years as Commissioner for Town of Fairfax Parks and Recreation