Our Team
As Executive Director of SCIL I oversee the day to day operations at the center. I am responsible for grant writing and for fundraising. I am also responsible for developing and implementing new programs. I am currently the chair of the California Foundation of Independent Living Centers (CFILC) and sit on their Public Policy Committee. I also serve as commissioner on the San Bernardino County Aging Commission as well as chair of the Disability Athletics Faire. It is a pleasure and a privilege to work here and serve our consumers.
Hello! As Program Manager at SCIL, I am responsible for leading my team to success and sustained growth. I work individually and as a team with my staff to establish goals, address concerns, allow for ideas, suggestions and feedback, overcome obstacles and create a safe, healthy, open and sustainable work environment. I also oversee the organizations AT department, basic IT functions, and overall operations. I work with the AT department as well in helping consumers obtain the assistive technology devices they need to live independent lives. I also perform the duties of an ILS which consist of peer support, information and referral, and independent living skills training. I am pleased to also manage the event planning, website, speakers and email lists for the San Gabriel Valley Disabilities Collaborative. Managing, creating and maintaining the websites and social media is another facet of my job, as well as grant writing and group hosting. I am extremely happy that I have been given the privilege to work for SCIL and to assist those in the disabled community.
Working with a diverse community has become my passion. Being the Community Organizer gives me the ability to help others and learn about the issues that affect the community, I believe intersectionality is an essential part of the work we do at SCIL. My goal is to bring together others experiencing common issues, to achieve change and growth in society. I plan to grow our advocacy group and spread awareness and educate others on issues that affect people with disabilities.
My name is Armand Bujanda. Due to a stroke at birth, I have a cortical visual impairment meaning that my brain takes longer to process what I see. I am a former SCIL volunteer and now work as an Independent Living Specialist. My job duties include facilitating the fitness, life skills and money management classes. I also facilitate a support group for Latinos with disabilities. My goal is to empower our consumers to not just live with their disability but LIVE WELL with their disability through goal setting and peer support.
In addition to providing administrative support for the Executive Director, Larry Grable, and Program Manager, Chelsea DiGerolamo, I am responsible for covering the front desk and assisting the consumers and job coaches as they come into the center. I have a strong work ethic, detail-focused-organizational skills, a passion for writing, and over ten years’ experience as a customer service trainer for Sparkletts. I feel blessed to be able to bring these strengths to the table and work among such an extraordinary team of individuals. As the saying goes, “Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” is certainly true for me.
I am responsible for the coordination, education and implementation of emergency preparedness standards and plans for the Access and Functional Needs (AFN) communities within SCIL’s catchment area. My goal is to ensure that our consumers are prepared to safely navigate risk, emergency and natural disaster while maintaining their goals of independent living. I feel very fortunate to be part of the SCIL team - a dynamic group that values diversity as much as independence. I look forward to the positive work that we can accomplish. In my off time you can find me in my kitchen, in my garden, in my pool or behind my guitar, but usually I’m with my wife and kids!