Our Team

Josie Bartlett (she/her) serves as the Henderson House Housing Program Manager. She began her work at Henderson House as an advocate in 2022. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. Josie enjoys helping people find safety and working with families. Josie is passionate about inclusion for all in the community. In her free time, Josie enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her partner and friends.

Amanda Brooks (she/her) serves as the Deputy Director for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2013. Amanda has an Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Services. She serves on the Oregon Attorney General’s Sexual Assault Task Force Advisory Committee and Advocacy Response Subcommittee, and was awarded the Women of Color Network, Inc. Certificate of Commitment Aspiring Allies. Amanda was born and raised in Oregon, is the mother of four kids and has one  grandson. She enjoys spending time outside with her kids.

Maria Duran (she/her) serves as the Shelter and Office Maintenance Custodian. Her work with Henderson House began in 2019.  She is completing a Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocate training. Maria was born in Guanajuato, Mexico. She is married and has three children. She enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks, listening to music, learning new things, and keeping things clean.

Rachel Flores (she/her) serves as the Development Director for Henderson House. In her role, Rachel engages  local government, foundations, organizations, businesses, and individuals in support of Henderson House. She also manages the agency’s website, newsletter, digital and print communications, marketing, and events.

She previously worked in nonprofit development with the Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation, where she stewarded a portfolio of over 500 donors, coordinated the planning of an annual fundraising gala that grossed over $300,000, developed and executed the annual Employee Giving Campaign, designed bilingual (English and Spanish) print and digital marketing materials for 17 clinics, solicited event sponsorships, presented to a variety of groups and organizations, and managed a donor database. In her four years of service on the Henderson House Board of Directors, Rachel wrote grant applications and secured over $100,000 in support for the organization, managed the redesign of the new website, planned and implemented two online fundraising campaigns and auctions, and secured corporate sponsorships and individual donations.

Rachel has volunteered for organizations that support DV and SA survivors for over ten years. She serves on the Yamhill Community Care Board of Directors, as Co-Chair of the YCC Community Advisory Council, as a Planning Commissioner for the city of McMinnville, and as Chair of the McMinnville Affordable Housing Committee.  She has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Oregon State University, is bilingual in English and Spanish, and is trained in Lean process improvement. Rachel enjoys spending her time off with her family.

Richelle Garza (she/her) serves as the Bilingual DHS Co-Located Advocate for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2024. Richelle is deeply committed to providing crucial support and resources to individuals and families navigating incredibly challenging circumstances. Her understanding of resilience and the importance of strong family bonds is deeply rooted in her upbringing. Raised by her Mexican grandparents in the small town of Arvin, California, She learned firsthand the strength and perseverance that can be found within family and community, values that continue to inform her approach to advocacy. Her path to this work began in early childhood education, where she developed a profound appreciation for the well-being of children. This foundation illuminated for her the powerful connection between a child’s development and the experiences of their primary caregivers, especially mothers who have faced trauma. Recognizing the urgent need for more specialized support, she transitioned to advocacy, driven by a deep passion to create safer and more nurturing environments for children by empowering their mothers. Her own journey of returning to school at 21 while raising three children, completing high school and then pursuing a career in early education, further instilled in her a deep understanding of determination and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. She firmly believes that by empowering mothers, we can unlock the potential for healing and create lasting positive change for children and families, building stronger communities rooted in support and understanding.

When given the opportunity Richelle loves to travel, sing, try new foods and enjoys to spend time with her 6 children 2 grandchildren and the rest of her immediate family.

Rhond Marron (she/her) serves as the Sexual Assault Advocate for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2024. Rhonda previously worked in the Medical Alert industry for over 25 years and held positions such as Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, and Client Services Manager.  She transitioned to Henderson House to pursue her passion for direct client engagement and to help people overcome challenges and improve their lives.

In her free time, Rhonda enjoys gardening, spending time at the beach and socializing with friends.

Zoë Owen (she/her) serves as the Prevention & Outreach Program Manager for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House in 2025. Zoë completed her bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Portland State University in 2019. She is passionate about inclusion and social justice. She believes that everyone plays a role in preventing abuse and making their communities safe and supportive for survivors. In her free time, Zoë enjoys reality television, tedious crafts, cooking and baking for her loved ones, and having dance parties with her two cats, Shrimp and Lucy.

Fay (she/her) serves as Executive Director at Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2025. Originally from Connecticut, Fay moved to Oregon 30 years ago and has been a fierce advocate for survivors, families, and housing access ever since. She has served in both Program and Executive Director roles in the Metro Area; providing comprehensive and innovative programming to support survivors at West Women’s and Children’s Shelter, Call to Safety and Clackamas Women’s Services. As Executive Director of Henderson House, she brings compassion, leadership, and decades of experience to her mission of supporting those affected by domestic and sexual violence. A psychology graduate from Marylhurst University, Fay has dedicated her entire career to nonprofit service, earning accolades like Portland Monthly’s Light A Fire Award (2008) and the National Award for Program Excellence (2014). She’s an active member of the Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence and the Sexual Assault Task Force. Fay shares life with her partner and their two grown children, and Pluto, their beloved golden retriever. In her free time, she enjoys listening to her beloved record collection, finding and drinking good coffee, hiking, swimming, camping, and diving into a good book. Fay’s work is made possible by the community of advocates and survivors she has worked with, many of them still part of her life and support circle. And perhaps the most remarkable fact? After 30 years in this work, Fay still finds genuine joy in making a difference.

Trudy Siderius (she/her) serves as the Volunteer Coordinator for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House in 2017. Prior to her work with Henderson House, Trudy spent time as an Administrative Assistant, a Certified Nursing Assistant, 20 years as Manager of a non-clinical department at Providence Newberg Medical Center, and as a volunteer with Yamhill County CASA.

Trudy was born in Oregon.  She enjoys spending time with her husband, three children and five grandchildren, her Australian shepherd, Jake and cat, Laila.  She also enjoys visiting the Oregon Coast, hiking, swimming, reading and going to the movie theater.

Sarah Tilden (she/her) serves as the Shelter Advocate for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2025.

Kristal Varela (she/her) serves as the Bilingual Primary Advocate for Henderson House. She began her work with Henderson House is 2025.