Lori Harasta
Ventura,CA
Summary
Compassionate and resourceful Case Management/Program Support professional with extensive experience serving seniors and adults with disabilities. Skilled in community outreach, coordinating services, building professional partnerships, and planning and implementing educational programs. Strong knowledge of aging network and community resources in Ventura County.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Coach
California Self-Direct Services
Ventura
01.2013 - Current
- Provide individualized support for adults with mental health issues, promoting independence, wellness, and quality of life
- Developed personalized coaching plans to enhance client self-awareness and personal growth.
- Provide companionship and reliable transportation
Community Liaison
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association
Ventura
04.2015 - 08.2018
- Served as liaison between referral sources and intake team to strengthen communication and service coordination.
- Developed community relationships to increase awareness of services supporting seniors and patients.
- Created monthly press releases and articles to support organizational visibility.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to promote wellness and preventative care.
Senior Care Coordinator
Concepts for Living
Ventura County
02.2006 - 12.2008
- Coordinated placement support and guidance for seniors and families navigating residential care decisions.
- Developed professional relationships with physician offices, assisted living and skilled care facilities, and senior centers across Ventura County.
- Participated in educational symposium planning through Ventura County Healthcare Association Education Committee involvement.
Activities Instructor at Aegis Senior Living
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
Ventura
12.2008 - 06.2010
- Delivered enrichment programming for seniors, including memory care participants, using music and engagement activities.
- Built trust and rapport with elderly individuals through consistent, compassionate interaction.
- Facilitated group programs supporting emotional wellness, cognitive engagement and community connection.
- Created a Life Legacy activity, conducting one-on-one interviews with residents so neighbors could learn more about one another.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Client Needs Assessment & Advocacy
- Community Outreach & Relationship Building
- High Level of Empathy & Interpersonal Communication
- Event Planning & Fundraising Support
- Compassionate Client Engagement
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Database Tracking and Reporting
- Computer literate
Timeline
Community Liaison
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association
04.2015 - 08.2018
Life Coach
California Self-Direct Services
01.2013 - Current
Activities Instructor at Aegis Senior Living
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
12.2008 - 06.2010
Senior Care Coordinator
Concepts for Living
02.2006 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Education
Westmont College
VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA) Advisory Council, Member (City of Ventura Representative)
- Ventura Council for Seniors, Secretary/ Chair of Education Committee/ Liaison to VCAAA
- Elderly Fall Prevention Coalition of Ventura County, Member
- Fall Prevention Forum Planning Committee, Co-Chair/ Past Chair
- Partnership for a Healthy Ventura County, Past Chair, Healthy Living Committee for Adults 55+
- Ventura Breeze News Publication, Contributor for Senior Health News Column