Meet Our Leadership Team
Tabias Cowan
Executive Director
Jessica Merrit
Operations Manager
Lexa Benningfield
Head of Finance
Rachel Critchfield Ferrone
Northern California Area Manager
Tacynia Ruelos-Thomas
Programme Director - Vacaville
Kim King
Programme Director - San Luis Obispo
Rudy Barron
Programme Director - Sacramento
Danesha Todd
ILS programme director - Sacramento
Ginger Thuemler
Programme Director - Red bluff
Laura Langley
Programme Director- oroville
Mike Ferrone
ILS Programme supervisor - oroville
Percy VonWinning
Programmme dIRECTOR - mONTEREY
Maria Arevalos
Programme Director - Santa rosa
Our Values
Our Mission of Care
Dedicated to advocacy for California residents, we provide compassionate support tailored to the unique needs of vulnerable adults. At Lighthouse Independent Living, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live with dignity and independence in the community they call home.
Specialized Support
WHY CHOOSE LIGHTHOUSE LIVING? • SPECIALIZED ADVOCACY • INDEPENDENCE FOCUSED • CALIFORNIA ROOTS • PROFESSIONAL COMPASSION •
Why Choose Lighthouse Living?
Specialized Advocacy: We navigate complex care systems to ensure every adult and senior receives the specific support they deserve.
Independence Focused: Our programs are designed to build skills that empower clients to live safely and confidently in their own communities.
California Roots: Locally owned and operated, we understand the specific needs and resources available across the Golden State.
Professional Compassion: Our team is not just highly trained; we are deeply committed to the dignity and humanity of every individual.
Kind Words from the Heart
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“The level of independent care provided to my brother has been transformative. The staff treat everyone like family, with such dignity and respect.”
Elena Rodriguez
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“Compassionate, professional, and reliable. Lighthouse helped my mother maintain her independence in a safe, nurturing environment when she needed it most. ”
Michael Thompson
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“We are so grateful for the peace of mind Lighthouse gives us. They’ve become a vital anchor in our community for vulnerable adults.”
Sarah Jenkins