Category: Behind the Scenes

Our team gathered from across the country for our winter staff retreat. Through strategic planning, team-building, and fun, our retreat energized us for the work ahead.

About Yanaya Yanaya Shields originally joined The Kelsey as an Intern at the San Jose location but was recently rehired as an Inclusion Concierge staff at The Kelsey Civic Center location in SF. Naya would describe herself as someone who loves all genres of music (except for country), is one with a crazy sweet tooth, …

We’re excited to welcome Chijioke Ebbis to the team! Chijioke Ebbis will serve as Managing Director.

As Managing Director, Sam leads The Kelsey’s housing development pipeline, partnerships, and strategy

Diana joins The Kelsey as a Residents Services Manager. She brings over two decades of experience in housing, behavioral health, and community work, always centering equity, healing, and access.

Exciting things are happening at The Kelsey Civic Center! From new residents moving in to the historic opening of the country’s first public Disability Cultural Center, our community is buzzing with connection and celebration. Get the full update – plus new photos you won’t want to miss.

We’re excited to welcome Andrea Laguna to the team! Andrea will serve as an Inclusion Concierge Program Intern at The Kelsey Civic Center.