About Us

LAUREN GUYNN // Executive Director

Lauren began her career in non-profit program management and development in 2007 with the National MS Society. While pursuing her law degree, she worked at the Indiana Bar Foundation and Indiana Pro Bono Commission. With a Master’s degree in social work and law degree, she joined SCHC in 2015 to merge her education and professional experiences.

JENNIFER MILLER // Director of Operations

Jennifer comes to Shepherd’s Center with 3 years of nonprofit experience and a decade of management experience. She has most recently worked with HAND, Inc. and the City of Westfield. Jennifer is excited to get to work as the new Director of Operations and looks forward to working with Hamilton County’s seniors.

LISA ALBANO // Programs Director

Lisa is a new resident to Hamilton County, but has a strong passion for helping the aging community. Lisa has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and has worked in several roles in customer service, including an assisted living facility. Lisa brings great organizational skills with innovative program ideas.

Vicki Burdick // Director of Marketing and Events

Vicki Burdick is a life-long resident of Carmel, Indiana. She is a graduate of Butler University with a bachelor’s degree in Public and Corporate Communications and has spent her entire career in the marketing field. Vicki also has experience with senior service organizations as she is the former marketing director for Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana. Vicki is excited to bring her marketing communication skills, and passion for helping seniors, to the Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County.

NANCY BELCHER-SCHELL // Director of Leadership Services

Nancy is a lifelong resident of Hamilton County. She graduated from the IU Kelly School of Business with a Bachelor’s degree in marketing. She has been working directly with seniors for the past 10 years. She has served SCHC faithfully in many capacities, including Board Member, Executive Director, Director of Operations, Director of Marketing, and now Director of Leadership Services.

CAROLYN OMORI // Reaching Resources Manager

Carolyn has a deep-rooted professional background in ministry and has worked for several local churches like White River Christian Church, Northview Church, and Genesis Church. Carolyn has an Associate’s degree from IUPUI and enjoys helping people in their second half of life realize their full potential. Carolyn enjoys connecting older adults with resources to improve their lives.

NICOLA SCHAFER LCSW// Counseling Program Manager

Nicola is a Licensed Social Worker with her Master’s degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University. While her background has been working with families, her personal experience in advocating for her own family and aging parents has created a desire to focus her professional career on helping those in the second half of life. Nicola has great case management practice skills, as well as extensive advocacy skills.

DIANE SCHOPP // Reaching Resources Coordinator

Diane experienced the challenges of finding help for seniors firsthand as a teen when her own parents needed help. After graduating with a BA emphasizing recreation and social work, she has spent her career helping people ages 6-96, whether as a teachers’ aide with special needs children and troubled teens, or as a resource for seniors. She has previously worked with seniors in a nursing home and non-profit organizations connecting them to resources in their community. Simply put, Diane just likes to help people.

STEPHANIE SEEGER // Guardianship Program Director

Stephanie grew up in Hamilton County, graduated from Eastern university outside of Philadelphia with her Bachelor’s degree and returned to her home community in 2010. She obtained her MDiv focused on Community Leadership and Engagement from Christian Theological Seminary (founded as Butler School of Religion) in 2017. Her background in ministry, coaching, and nonprofit management developed her passion for ensuring all people are connected to the resources they need to live with dignity, purpose, and a sense of belonging. Stephanie joined SCHC in 2020 as the Guardianship Program Director.

Lulu Sianez // Together Today Coordinator

Lulu joined Shepherd’s Center in October of 2020.

She grew up with her grandmother and has a strong passion for helping those in need and our aging community.

She has her Bachelor’s degree in Social work and will be returning to IU this fall to obtain her Master of Social Work.

Savannah Meiss // Community Caring Coordinator

Savannah has been a resident of Hamilton County her whole life. She recently graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies and a minor in Sociology. She has experience working with non profit organizations as well as customer service roles. Savannah has a passion for helping others and looks forward to being part of such a great organization.

Mike Obremski // Guardianship Program Coordinator

Mike has lived in Indiana since 2012 and has served in a variety of positions helping Hoosiers young and old. Mike has a lot of experience serving as an advocate for those who need a voice and is very excited to help those in the Guardianship Program have the best quality of life that they can while making sure their voices are heard!

SALLY BAUER // Reaching Resources Coordinator

Sally Bauer is a Columbus, Ohio, transplant who relocated to Hamilton County in 2006. Sally is a people person and enjoys helping people of all ages. After spending time in the hospice industry, Sally recognized the need to advocate for seniors. Her job as Reaching Resources coordinator allows her to help seniors stay healthy and independent.