Our Mission
To promote,
Support,
And advocate for AmeriCorps Seniors Programs in Florida.
Our Board
Alesia Y. W. Macklin - President
Alesia has served as the Senior Volunteer Programs Director at the Council On Aging of West Florida for almost ten years. As such, she and her staff oversee the AmeriCorps Seniors Programs: Foster Grandparent (FGPs) and Senior Companions (SCPs).
She studied Business Administration at The Univeristy of Florida and Loves Her FL Gators!! Alesia graduated from the University of West Florida with a BA in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences and pursued an MA in College Student Affairs Administration from UWF. She is a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and holds a certificate in Organiztional Change Management. She served for eight years on the AmeriCorps Seniors Professional Network Board of Director, Family Promise of Escambia County and on the Episcopal and National levels of the AME Zion church. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Center for Independent Living, served as a United Way of West Florida Ambassador, LeaP Project CoChair and a member of the Leadership Pensacola Class of 2025. Alesia supports many nonprofit partners in her community but loves being a Reading Pal for the ReadyKids Program.
Alesia worked at the University of West Florida for more than 15 years in a variety of functions, including financial aid, student programming, marketing and communications, customer service, alumni relations and community outreach. Alesia is a sought after Speaker/Presenter and a consummate professional with a keen ability to institute programs and facilitate growth. Her colleagues attest to her Team Spirit and optimistic attitude.
Margaret Baugher - Secretary
Margaret joined the Dr. Piper Center in March 2020 as Director of the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs. Following the integration of the RSVP Program, she expanded her leadership to oversee that program as well. She has been a part of RSVP in Lee County, FL, for 22 years and Director of the program for 15 years.
She now serves as Program Director, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for all Dr. Piper Center programs. In this role, she guides program development, supports staff coordination, and advances initiatives that promote meaningful engagement for individuals aged 55 and better.
Margaret received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Recreational Therapy at the University of Findlay. Her involvement with senior services started in NJ where she was an Activities Director for 15 years in a nursing facility and continued her involvement in the field at Senior Friendship Centers prior to moving over to Dr. Piper Center.
Kathleen Stacey - Consulting Treasurer
Kathleen Stacey is the former Director of AmeriCorps Seniors for Martin County, Florida. She continues to channel her passion for community service into meaningful action alongside the many friends and agency coordinators she collaborated with over more than 13 years.
Her professional background includes serving as Vice President of Finance and Human Resources for a manufacturing company, as well as owning and operating a restaurant for several years. A strong advocate for volunteerism, Kathleen firmly believes there is a meaningful opportunity for everyone to serve. She actively promotes the spirit of giving back by creating pathways for individuals to connect, grow, and thrive within their communities.
Cheryl Freeman - Past President
Cheryl Freeman, RSVP of St. Johns County Director for the last 20 years, is the Past President of Florida Senior Corps Association. In addition to being totally dedicated to RSVP volunteers and volunteers in the St. Johns County School District, she enjoys (safe) travels and spending time with family. She has been married for 35 years, and has 2 grown children - one living in California, and one living in Texas. For her volunteer time, Cheryl enjoys taking part in her Church's Children's Ministry, and is also a board member of Ability Tree First Coast, a not-for-profit organization that supports families with special needs.