David Seaton, Founder
David has worked with adults with cognitive disabilities for 40 years.
He is the Founder/Owner of LiveOak Living Community,
which he started in 2002 with the vision of creating a supportive lifelong living community for adults with long-term cognitive disabilities.
He has also been the Chairman of the Seaton Foundation, since 1986,
which provides education and internship programs that promote the concepts of LifeLong Living for professionals,
students and organizations working in long-term care.
David is married and lives in the country outside of Wimberley with their 4 dogs.
In his free time, you’ll find him outside on his tractor, bicycle, motorcycle, or watching college football.
Rachel Medina, CEO
Rachel Medina is the Executive Director at LiveOak Living Community.
She holds a B.A. in Psychology and a Master’s in Psychological Research from Texas State University.
Rachel oversees the health and wellness of all residents at LiveOak Living Community.
She is also very involved with admissions, community outreach, marketing, and the LiveOak Internship Program.
Rachel is also the Director of the Seaton Foundation,
a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the next generation of professionals in long-term care, and a board member for AAIDD- Texas Chapter.
When she is not working, Rachel enjoys cooking, shopping, taking care of her saltwater aquarium,
and working on home improvement projects with her husband.
Angie Carballo, Director of Development
Angie Carballo is the Director of Development at LiveOak Living Community.
She started as a Direct Support Professional in 2014 where she gained experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities.
She was promoted to the Director of Operations where she learned about the mechanics of the business before moving into her development role.
Angie obtained her B.S. in Psychology and M.A. in Psychological Research from Texas State University.
At LiveOak Living Community, Angie focuses her time on marketing, community outreach, and building relationships.
In her free time, Angie enjoys painting, journaling, and knitting.
Jacky Pecero, LiveOak Ranch Director
Jacky Pecero is the Director of the LiveOak Ranch. She obtained her BA in Music and Psychology from Texas State University in Spring 2021. She started as an intern in 2020 and grew internally by working in various roles, such as Health Coordinator, Program Manager and Assistant Director of Resident Services. Her experience at LiveOak not only outlined how to properly advocate and address resident needs, but created a drive for expanding the resident’s lives. Her main focus is program development and residents making meaningful connections in and outside of their community. In her leisure time, Jacky enjoys being outdoors with her dogs, thrift shopping and listening to live music at coffee shops.
Kyle Nguyen, LiveOak Apartment Director
Kyle serves as the Program Director at the LiveOak Apartments. He holds a dual degree in Psychology and Animal Science from Texas State University. In his role, Kyle is dedicated to creating a supportive and empowering environment for the residents. He focuses on fostering independence, facilitating community engagement, and promoting personal growth among each resident. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys hiking local trails with his wife and daughter. He’s also an avid sports fan—whether he's catching a live baseball game or streaming the latest matchup, he enjoys cheering on his favorite teams.
Rachel Gisselberg, SmithHouse Director
Rachel has been working in the healthcare and hospitality industry for 15 years. She started working as a CNA in 2008, then acquired her Activity Director for Recreational Services certificate in 2012. Rachel has experience working with adults who have disabilities in many different settings, including being a Life Engagement Director at an assisted living community for five years. Most recently, she was a Program Director at an adult day center. Rachel has a passion for engaging adults in meaningful activities and improving their overall quality of life. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, gardening, and taking care of her chickens with her husband and their dog Penny.
Miah Neer, Director Of Human Resources
Miah is the Director of Human Resources at LiveOak Living Community. She obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in healthcare administration from Texas State University. Starting as an intern in 2021, Miah quickly grew within the company. Miah is excited to provide opportunities for professional development and finding ways to ensure that LiveOak is a great place to work and live. In her free time, she likes to cook, spend time with her family, and travel.
Giselle Ponce, Director of Resident Services
Giselle is the Director of Resident Services at the LiveOak Ranch, where she focuses on building a strong sense of community and supporting residents in meaningful ways. She earned her degree in Psychology from Texas State University in 2019 and joined LiveOak in 2020 after discovering the company through its internship program. Since then, she’s grown with the organization through roles like Program Manager, Medication Coordinator, Assistant Director of Operations, and Program Director. These experiences helped her find her passion for activity programming, community engagement, and resident advocacy. Outside of work, Giselle enjoys movie nights with her fiancé, walking her dogs, and spending time with family.
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