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Connecting people with opportunities to thrive.
AmeriCorps Seniors
AmeriCorps Seniors engages adults age 55 and better in volunteer service throughout sixteen southern MN counties.
Wellness Programs
Our health and wellness programs empower older adults to engage in educational and exercise programs that support healthy aging.
The following Active Aging Program Coordinator in your area will be happy to speak with you
Sue Degallier
Active Aging Program Director
Sue grew up on a healthy dose of Spam in Austin, Minnesota. While attending the College of St. Teresa in Winona, she fell in love with the city – and one of its citizens, Paul. She continued to work in her degreed field of music while staying home to raise 4 children. During her most rewarding job as mommy, Sue spent many hours volunteering in various capacities. These connections made her transition to Catholic Charities Active Aging Programs Administrator an easy one. “I am most energized when out of the office visiting with our partners and their amazing volunteers”, Sue reflected. Music continues to play an important role in her life as she teaches, provides music therapy and serves in worship ministry. A love for sewing, reading, word games, along with any time spent with her family round out what she considers a very blessed life.
507-450-0287
sdegallier@ccsomn.org
Maria Stumpf-Ahmed
Active Aging Program Coordinator, Watonwan, Jackson, Martin and Faribault counties
Maria grew up in Lakefield in southern Minnesota and attended St. Cloud State University where she studied Human Relations and Multicultural Education and Criminal Justice. Maria returned back to her Minnesota roots, after living in the Southern part of the United States and on the West Coast, where she was active in volunteering and non-profit work in the area of social justice where she encouraged, empowered, organized and advocated with and for individuals in many areas.
Maria is a dog lover, who loves to curl up with her dogs and read a good book, preferably by the fireplace. She is also a fabric artist who creates many pieces of art for her family, friends, and dogs. Maria enjoys hiking and being outdoors, and continues to visit state and national parks around the United States during her vacations.
507-905-8602
mahmed@ccsomn.org
Sheila Filla
Active Aging Program Coordinator
Houston and Wabasha Counties
Raised in the picturesque landscape of southwest Wisconsin, Sheila is driven by a passion for helping others and a commitment to lifelong learning. With a strong educational foundation that includes a degree in business management as well as food and nutrition, she has cultivated a diverse skill set that has enriched her career. She thrives in dynamic environments where she can utilize her organizational talents and interpersonal skills to support others. Outside of her professional life, Sheila enjoys volunteering, finding fulfillment in giving back to her community and making a positive impact in the lives of those around her. In her leisure time, she embraces her creative side through cooking, gardening, knitting, and sewing. Whether she is experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen or cultivating her garden, Sheila approaches every endeavor with enthusiasm and dedication.
507-494-8288
sfilla@ccsomn.org