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 Administrator in your area will be happy to speak with you
Sue Degallier
Active Aging Program Director
Program Administrator, Winona County
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
Jessica Mollison
Active Aging Program Administrator
Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston, Olmsted, and Wabasha Counties
Jessica grew up near Duluth and attended the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. After graduating with a Spanish degree, life took her abroad to serve in the missions for several years. Upon return, she settled in Rochester where she enjoys time with family, adventure sports and anything outdoors. Jessica has always loved meeting new people and hearing their stories. She is also passionate about helping each person believe in themselves, reach their own goals and enjoy life to the fullest. This made the decision to join the Active Aging team an easy one. During her time off Jessica enjoys playing games, camping, biking and rock climbing.
507-459-6265
jmollison@ccsomn.org
Mary Cassem
Active Aging Program Administrator
Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Jackson, LeSueur, Martin, Nicollet, and Watonwan Counties
Mary was born and raised in Mankato MN. She became involved in nonprofit work after losing her sister to a battle with cancer. It inspired her to do something worthwhile and meaningful by volunteering for the American Cancer Society for the last 20 years. Mary has always wanted to work with older adults because she feels such a connection with them and her work with Catholic Charities as an Active Aging Program Administrator gave her the perfect opportunity to do both! Mary is happiest outdoors spending time with her husband and family while enjoying all the outdoors has to offer to your senses. Oh, and smothering her 2 grandchildren with kisses!
507-387-5586
mcassem@ccsomn.org
Marlene Levine
Active Aging Program Administrator
Freeborn, Steele, Rice, Dodge, Le Sueur, Mower, and Waseca Counties
Marlene was born and raised in Roseville, MN. She has worked in higher education administration, with a passion for new program design and building community. She spent nearly 20 years for the University of St. Thomas at its Daniel C. Gainey Conference Center (Owatonna), where she enjoyed relationships across southern Minnesota. Marlene studied gerontology as an undergraduate at SCSU and has always been inspired by older adults. Marlene is an avid reader, loves camping and fishing, and spending time with her large family (she was raised with seven brothers and four sisters). She is fondly called “mamma bear” by her 30-year-old daughter, Erica Mae.
(507) 450-1518
mlevine@ccsomn.org