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Since S.T.E.P.S. in the Right Direction opened its doors in 2000, the organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of our community.
We set out to help the poor, the elderly and families in need. Today, we remain active in the community, offering an array of health and human services that other groups don’t offer.
We help caregivers get the rest they need so they can continue to help their friends and relatives. We put up curtains, build rooms and add ramps and railings for the elderly so they don’t have to leave their homes.
We provide parenting tools to families and help them access programs and services that keep their children healthy.
We give low-income immigrants in our community access to legal assistance so they can become productive and tax-paying citizens.
And in times of tragedy, S.T.E.P.S. has become one of the few community organizations in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties to offer construction assistance, helping families get back on their feet.
S.T.E.P.S., its staff and board are constantly reevaluating our community’s needs so we can fill in the gaps created by budget cuts, job losses and business closings.
We know we make a difference.
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Stanly Besade, Vice President of Housing Services and General Contractor
Janell Canela, Computer Entry Coordinator
Gloria Gonzalez, Parenting Specialist
Christine Jean-Baptiste, Director of Nursing
Davie Madison, Parenting Specialist
Fay Maturah, Director of Children and Family Services
Barbara Salem, Special Projects Manager |
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Rolando Acosta
Chair and board member since 2000
Rolando Acosta is a long-time nonprofit leader in South Florida. Mr. Acosta leads our diverse board, shaping our vision and developing strategies to address some of South Florida’s most pressing issues affecting people in need. |
Teresa Acosta
Board member since 2000
As a fulltime caregiver to her mother, Teresa Acosta provides insight into the needs and demands on people caring for the elderly. Ms. Acosta guides programs that give caregivers support and assistance. |
Mary Gandolph
Board member since 2005
Mary Gandolph is a business consultant, health counselor and a longtime community volunteer. Ms. Gandolph helps guide our mission, strategies and overall direction. |
Reza Sevabi
Board member since 2006
Reza Sevabi is a professor and scientist. Mr. Sevabi helps guide our mission, strategies and overall direction |
Miguel Echevarria
Treasurer and board member since 2008
Miguel Echevarria owns a small business and helps shape our understanding of how social issues affect local businesses and their employees. |
Iman Abouelazem
Board member since 2009
As an immigration attorney, Iman Abouelazm guides our programs that help clients gain residency and citizenship. Ms. Abouelazm offers insight into our advocacy efforts that seek to help immigrants gain protection and equal treatment under the law. |
Ebenezer Boakye
Board member since 2007
Ebenezer Boakye has a rich background in community outreach specializing in programs for children with Jackson Memorial Hospital. Mr. Boakye helps guide our Florida KidCare outreach strategies and the overall direction of the program. |
Jan and Jerry Schneider
Board members since 2007
Jan and Jerry Schneider, both retired, work tirelessly on guiding the S.T.E.P.S. caregiver support program. |
Gladys Touchet
Board member since 2009
Gladys Touchet works in managed care helping families in need. Ms. Touchet helps guide our outreach to the elderly, ensuring that we offer efficient and effective services to the community. |
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