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Diablo Valley Foundation
for the Aging is a not-for-profit corporation providing community
service to seniors in Contra Costa County since 1975. Founded
by a group of community leaders including Dean S. Lesher,
former publisher of the Contra Costa Times, and Katharine
M. Grant, a social worker, the Foundation is committed to
providing vital services to aging persons who are at risk
because they are alone, isolated, pressed by financial problems,
or are confused. The focus of our organization is to prevent
inappropriate institutionalization of elders by providing
the necessary support to maintain them in the community. Comprised
of dedicated professionals and volunteers, we enable older
adults to live with as much independence and freedom as possible.
is to provide that support as your professional
relative, enabling you to live with optimal independence
and freedom. Whatever they might be, DVFA has the solutions
to keep you or the one you love living in comfort. Learn more
about the many Elder Care Services provided by DVFA »
Since 1975,
the Diablo Valley Foundation for the Aging has served over
5000 older adults in Contra Costa County and has continued
to be a leading agency in senior services. We offer four major
service components:
(1) Geriatric Care Management,
(2) Personal Assistants,
(3) Respite Center, and
(4) Private Fiduciary Services and Money Management
For additional information please view our Elder Care Services.
Robert Kain
Executive Director of DVFA
Over 25 years of experience in healthcare and hospital administration; former E.D. of assisted living and skilled nursing communities; winemaker and former vineyard owner.
B.A. in Business Administration from San Francisco State University, licensed RCFE Administrator; currently enrolled in Fiduciary Management courses at Cal State Fullerton.
(DVFA Executive Director since 2007)
OFFICERS
Dale L. Kirkland
President
Mr. Kirkland holds degrees in Economics and Law. A former Executive Director of a major Trade Association, Silicon Valley Chief Executive Officer and
Entrepreneur. He has served as Chairman of the California Conference on Small Business and Co-Chairman of the White House Conference on Small Business.
A member of the International Talent Bank and contributor to many International endeavors. A noted author and International speaker. He has served on numerous Boards of Directors
and Trusts. A long time resident of Walnut Creek and contributor to many local philanthropic activities.
(Board member since 2008)
Ken Donnelly
Vice-President
Retired Vice President of construction and engineering companies;
United States Air Force veteran; successfully completed numerous college courses
(Board member since 2008)
Laverne Gordon
Secretary
Secretary, Employment Compensation Division, State of Nebraska;
Secretary, Boeing Airplane Company, Kansas;
Office Manager, Encyclopedia Britannica, San Francisco;
Supervisor Office Services, Chevron, San Francisco;
Interests and activities are dedicated to seniors, widowed persons, and low-income individuals
and families in Contra Costa County.
(Board member since 1998)
Frank Tippett
Treasurer
Retired from California & Hawaiian Sugar Co. after 34 years as Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis;
Former chairman of San Bruno Planning Commission;
President of Crestmoor Park Improvement Association;
Advisor, Junior Achievement Program;
Coached junior league baseball in San Bruno & Moraga;
World War II Veteran, LTJG US Navy
BS Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University; MBA, UC Berkeley
(Board member since 2006)
DIRECTORS
Mario Beria
Coordinator State/Union Apprenticeship Program - Vallejo City Unified School District; Treasurer -- California Retired Teacher Association; Financial Secretary, CA Retired Teacher Association; Board Member, Martinez Senior Center; Site Coordinator, AARP/IRS Tax Aide Program; Former School Administrator, Vallejo City Unified School District, Ret. 1982; Former School Supervisor, Job Corps Center in Pleasanton; Owner/operator, chain of six retail stores; Field auditor, FTB; Retired CPA
BA, Accounting, MA, School Administration -- UC Berkeley & Cal State Univ.; Life Credentials School Administration, Educational Psych, Teaching, Counseling
(Board member since 1991)
Vic Longo
BA in Accounting from Iona College, NY; held assistant controller and controller positions with General Foods Corp., RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co., Del Monte Corp. Created C2C Health Care in Los Angeles, providing counseling and treatment including drug rehabilitation, alcohol dependencies, etc. Served as State Treasurer for State Gold Tourneys '00-'06. US Navy as Personnelman on USS Brinkley Bass.
(Board member since 2008)
Jessemae McCall
Registered Nurse, worked as one for 54 years; Worked as staff nurse, operating room
supervisor, hospital supervisor, taught in school of LVN, charge nurse of OB/GYN clinic for 7½ years;
Worked as a Nurse Practitioner in women's health for 22 years.
(Board member since 2006)
Jerry Sudderth
Jerry is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and an Enrolled Agent (EA) licensed to practice before the IRS, and also a Registered Principal with Linsco/Private Ledger, the nation's largest independent broker/dealer and one of their top reps for more than 25 years. With more than 36 years of experience in tax and sophisticated financial and estate planning, Jerry has a broad knowledge of tax law; he has been working with wide range of investments and private money management as well. Jerry graduated from UC Berkeley and completed CFP Professional Education Program through the College for Financial Planing in Denver, CO; resides in Walnut Creek, has four children and three grandchildren.
(Board member since 2008)
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