CARE's Staff...

Director – Chadrick Martinez

Responsible to the Board of Directors for carrying out the mission and goals of the agency.  Directly supervises the Finance Officer, Supportive Services Coordinator, Administrative Assistant and Property Manager.  Is responsible for advocating for affordable housing at the City, County, State and Federal level.  Networks with other housing agencies.

Chadrick has been with CARE since 1999.  Chadrick moved to Colorado in 1997 from Wyoming where he received his Bachelor’s of Science degree.  He is currently attending Denver University to obtain his Master’s degree in Real Estate Finance/Construction Management.  Chadrick enjoys being a part of CARE so that he can help create opportunities for families to improve their lives.

In his free time, Chadrick likes to spend time with his family.  He also enjoys playing golf and basketball.

Administrative Assistant – Amanda Oliver

Reports directly to the Director.  Is responsible for the smooth running of the office.  Is the receptionist for the staff and assistant to the Director.  Assists with the writing of grants and other correspondence.  Originates office correspondence/forms using knowledge of Director’s preferences.  Develops and maintains website.  Assists in HR duties such as gathering insurance information and handling new employee orientation and paperwork.  Records employee vacation and sick time.  Coordinates annual Resident Holiday Party and Summer Picnic. 

Amanda has been with CARE since 2002.  She is currently attending Regis University and plans to graduate soon with her Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences.  Amanda has worked as an office assistant for over 10 years, but is grateful for her position at CARE because here she can be a part of an organization whose sole purpose is to help people. 

In her free time, Amanda spends lots of time with her daughter.  She also enjoys reading, music, movies and considers herself a life long learner.

PROPERTY/ASSET MANAGER – Ashley Monahan

Reports to the Director and is responsible for all properties of CARE Housing.   Oversees new construction and is also the liaison with contractors, the Building Committee, Property Management Committee, Long Range Planning Committee and City Departments. Monitors compliance with funding sources regarding residents.  Coordinates marketing and business development.  Supervises  Housing Technicians and Maintenance Department.  Works with the resident managers and is responsible for receivables.

After starting out as a temp, Ashley joined CARE as a full-time staff member in 2008.  Ashley has over 10 years of experience in Property/Asset Management and has put her skills to work here at CARE.  Her experience in affordable housing drew her here and she is committed to CARE’s mission and goals.

Ashley has lived in Colorado since 1994 and relocated to the Fort Collins area in 2001.  In her free time Ashley values spending time with her family.  She enjoys many outdoor activities, from camping to fishing to skiing.  She also enjoys traveling and reading.

HOUSING TECHNICIAN – Julie Lorson

Reports to Property Manager.  Screens applicants and interviews for CARE Housing.  Calculates rent, reviews and explains all forms to residents.  Gathers and maintains appropriate records for CHFA and funding sources. 

Julie has been a Housing Technician with CARE since 2008, but has been the resident manager at Cottonwood since October 2005.  She likes living and working in the same place, and being able to help people in similar situations to her own.  She likes being able to offer people with a lower income a nice place to live, and giving people a hand up. 

In her free time, Julie likes to make cards, bike, read and decorate. Julie is originally from Illinois, but has been in Colorado for the past 32 years.

HOUSING TECHNICIAN – Patty Weinbeck

Reports to Property Manager.  Screens applicants for CARE Housing.  Conducts the bi-annual and yearly re-evaluation of all residents.  Calculates rent, reviews and explains all forms to residents.  Gathers and maintains appropriate records for CHFA and funding sources. 

Patty has been with CARE since 2007 and she is a Colorado Native!  She has worked in the Property Management industry for 4 years and is happy to be a part of the CARE team because she enjoys the people so much. 

In her free time, Patty does yoga.  She also enjoys reading and crocheting

SUPPORTIVE SERVICES COORDINATOR – Betsy Emond

Reports to the Director.  Provides supportive service to residents including, but not limited to group, family and individual counseling, arranging presentations/educational programs. Provides referrals to residents for community services. Oversees and manages CARE’s volunteers.

Betsy has been with CARE since 1997.  Betsy earned her Bachelor’s of Social Work from Colorado State University and has been doing Social Work for over 19 years.  Betsy moved to Colorado in 1982.  She feels CARE is an extraordinary organization because in addition to providing affordable housing, CARE offers residents the opportunity to stabilize their lives and provides the means of helping them achieve their goals.  She is always happy when residents move into homeownership.

In her free time, Betsy enjoys spending time outdoors metal detecting.  She also enjoys swimming, gardening, hiking, biking or working on home improvements.  In addition, she dedicates a lot of her time to her grandchildren.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Reports to the Property Manager for maintenance of all CARE’s properties.  Supervises Maintenance Technician I.  Keeps all properties with “curb appeal”.  Responds to the work orders of residents after the Property Manager has prioritized them.  Is pro-active in looking after the properties and when possible, exercises preventative maintenance.  Responds to maintenance emergencies.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – David Miller

Assists Maintenance Supervisor with maintenance of all properties.  Responds to work orders of residents, and keeps all grounds maintained.

David has been with CARE since 2005.  He has worked primarily in the construction and maintenance field, and working at CARE he is able to utilize many of his skills.  David also appreciates being able to work with the residents. 

David has lived in Red Feather for 12 years, and is a native to Colorado.  In his free time he enjoys spending time with his wife, building model cars, fishing, hunting, and being with his grandchildren.

Finance Officer – Jan Hawn

Reports directly to the Director.  Oversees and is responsible for the financial areas of the agency.  Coordinates with the auditor and tax credit consultant for audits and preparation of the tax credit application.  Fills out compliance reports pertaining to grants and funding sources.  Supervises the accounting technician.

Jan has been with CARE since 1998.  She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Colorado State University.  Jan has extensive experience in governmental and property management accounting.  Jan appreciates working for CARE because here it’s not just about the numbers, it’s about the people.

In her free time, Jan crews for a local Hot Air Ballooning company.

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN– Jane Golden

Assists the Finance Officer.  Prepares checks and does the day-to-day bookkeeping for the agency and assigns the proper accounts.  Reimburses staff for mileage and assists in recording tenant payments.

Jane has been with CARE since 2007.  She moved to Colorado in October of 2006 from Northern California.  She has worked in the accounting field for nearly 20 years and was excited to come to CARE Housing because it is a community based organization.

In her free time, Jane enjoys spending time outdoors.  She enjoys hiking as well as cooking and reading.