Meet the Team

CEO
Executive Director
Director of Development
Director of Resident Services
Administrator
LiveOak Ranch Director
LiveOak Ranch Director
SmithHouse Director
LiveOak Ranch Director
SmithHouse Director
LiveOak Apartments Director
Director of Development
LiveOak Apartments Director

David Seaton, CEO

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.

David Seaton

Laura Latham,
Executive Program Director

Laura Latham is the Executive Director of LiveOak Living Community. Laura graduated from The University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio with a degree in Business Administration with a focus in Management. After graduation, Laura chose to focus her career on improving the quality of life of individuals living with cognitive disabilities. She has worked with adults living with Cognitive Disabilities for over twenty years and has been with LiveOak since 2005.

Laura has four beautiful children with her husband for twenty-five years. She is very active at her church and within the San Marcos community. She loves junking, cooking, high school basketball and Christmas.

Laura Latham

Rachel Medina,
Executive Director

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.

Rachel Medina

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.

Angie Carballo

Diane Darrington,
Director of Resident Services

Diane Darrington is the Director of Resident Services. She has worked in the mental health field for over 30 years. Diane has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas. She has been a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas since 1996 and is a certified LPC supervisor.

Diane became a Certified Brain Injury Specialist in 2005. Her passion is working alongside someone and watching them become more self-aware, insightful and experience those “ah-ha” moments. She believes in the importance of providing, support, hope and when needed, challenging adults in being successful at their next level of independence in adulthood. Diane Lives in Wimberley Texas with her husband. She enjoys gardening and cooking.

Diane Darrington

Megan Gutierrez,
Administrator

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.

Megan Gutierrez

Bonnie Sanders,
SmithHouse Director

Bonnie has been working at LiveOak for eleven years and is trained in Person-Centered Practices. She is the Director of Smith House where she is integral in programmatic planning and licensing. Bonnie is from Alabama. She is a huge Auburn football fan and loves her dog Chewy.

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Rachelle Gabaldon,
LiveOak Ranch Director

Rachelle Gabaldon is the Director of the LiveOak Ranch. Over the years she has worked in just about every role the company offers. Rachelle started as a Direct Support Professional in October 2014 Health Coordinator at the LiveOak Apartments in 2019, and then Apartment Program Director for several years. 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.

Rachelle Gabaldon

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.

Jacky Pecero

Ali Olfers, CTRS, CBIS,
SmithHouse Director

Ali Olfers began working at LiveOak on January 1, 2020. She graduated from Texas State University and earned her degree and credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in 2013. She is also accredited as a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. Ali has worked with adults with cognitive challenges for the past 6 years in long-term and community-based settings and has experience in case management and program development.

Ali Olfers

Ashley Franks,
LiveOak Ranch Director

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. 

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.

Devante Johnson,
LiveOak Apartments Director

Devante Johnson served 10 years in the United States Air Force where he learned the value of servant leadership and perseverance. During that time, Devante graduated from Troy University with a B.S. in Human Services. He then supported the clients of Youth Advocate Programs and the Salvation Army through mentorship and case management. Devante's education and career experience have made him a seasoned advocate for adults with disabilities and mental health diagnoses, and we are lucky to have him as the Director of the Apartment Living Program! On most days, Devante can be found grilling and telling dad jokes.

Devante Johnson

Nicole Dawkins,
Director of Development

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.

Nicole Dawkins

Miah Neer,
LiveOak Apartments Director

Miah is the Director of the LiveOak Apartments. She obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in healthcare administration from Texas State University. Starting as an intern in 2021, Miah worked as a Direct Support Professional at the LiveOak Ranch for two years before working with the Apartment program. After obtaining her master’s degree, Miah worked to be more involved in the community and the company. As a San Marcos native, she is excited to have the opportunity to work in the community and help grow our programs while enriching the lives of our residents. In her free time, Miah likes to cook, spend time with her family, and travel.

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