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.
Email: ds@LiveOakLiving.com
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.
Email: rm@LiveOakLiving.com
Angie Carballo is the Director of Operations and HR at LiveOak Living Community. She started as a Direct
Support Professional where she gained experience working with individuals with a variety of cognitive
disabilities. 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 human resources, staff development and
business operations. In her free time, Angie enjoys painting, baking and knitting.
Email: ac@LiveOakLiving.com
Megan Gutierrez is the Administrator at LiveOak Living Community. She holds a B.A in
psychology and a
Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from Texas State University. Megan has worked in the long term
care field
for the past 9 years, and she started her journey working as a Direct Support Professional at LiveOak in
2012. After
graduating with her Master’s degree, Megan endeavored to work in various capacities within the long-term
care industry,
always with the goal of helping individuals (residents and staff alike) to live their best lives. After a
four year
hiatus, Megan returned back to LiveOak in a role where she can help the staff to grow through professional
development,
training and education. In her free time, Megan enjoys spending time outdoors with her daughter and
attending concerts
with her husband.
Email: mg@LiveOakLiving.com
Rachelle Gabaldon is the director of the LiveOak Apartments. She started as a Direct
Support Professional in October 2014 and has worked closely with individuals living with cognitive
disabilities at all three programs. She then worked as the Health Coordinator at the LiveOak Apartments.
Rachelle graduated from Texas State University where she obtained her B.S. in Respiratory Therapy.
She enjoys cooking, lake days, and spending time with her family and dog.
Email: rg@LiveOakLiving.com
Ashley Franks graduated from Texas State University with a B.S. in Recreation Administration,
and went on to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Ashley has spent a number of years in fields including child and adolescent behavioral health,
home and community Recreation Therapy, and residential adult brain injury rehabilitation.
She has been a CTRS for 7 years and has over 14 years of combined experience as a Direct Care Staff, Therapist and Director.
Ashley has 2 dogs, one of which has started joining us at LiveOak for some “pet therapy” days.
She has lived and worked in the Central Texas area her whole life. Her hobbies include camping,
hiking with her dogs, spending time with family and traveling with her husband.
Email: rg@LiveOakLiving.com
Casey Samples is the director of SmithHouse. She graduated from Texas State University with her MS in Recreation and Leisure Services-
Therapeutic Recreation and obtained her credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in 2019.
Casey has worked with individuals with disabilities in a range of settings including camps, hospitals, private care and senior living.
Casey’s greatest passion is connecting and engaging with residents and staff and helping them enjoy their highest quality of life.
In her free time, Casey enjoys exploring the outdoors, crafting, and spending time with her significant other and their dog.
Email: rg@LiveOakLiving.com
Nicole Dawkins is the Director of Development at LiveOak Living Community.
She graduated from Texas State with a B.S. in Health and Wellness Promotion.
In the Spring of 2019, she began her internship at LiveOak Living, where she found a true passion for
working with those who have cognitive disabilities.
Following her internship, she became a Direct Support Professional and Resident Advocate.
She also became an Intern Mentor and has worked as the LiveOak Health Coordinator, giving her a broad range
of experience.
In her free time, she enjoys going to the river and spending time with her animals and family.
Email: ao@LiveOakLiving.com
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