About Us

Sara came to the Albany Housing Coalition in 2017 from Catholic Charities where she worked with underserved and vulnerable residents in the Albany and Troy areas.

As Operations Manager, Sara works in both the Finance Department and directly with Case Managers. Sara performs federal, state and foundation grant reporting for the agency.  Sara maintains records for Coalition properties and qualifies tenants for rental units. Sara is the agency Human Resources contact person.

Prior to being named Operations Manager, Sara worked with unhoused and formerly unhoused Veterans in the Albany area as a Case Manager at AHC. 

Sara is the daughter of a World War II Veteran. Her dad, a Purple Heart recipient, has no doubt inspired her service to the Veteran population.

She is humbled and honored to support the mission of the Albany Housing Coalition, our Veterans and their families.

Warren has served our nation in the United States Army for 23 years. After his retirement, he joined the Albany Housing Coalition staff in June of 2015 as an SSVF case manager. In 2019, he was promoted to the newly-created Grant per Diem case manager position. Warren is responsible for the coordination and strategic placement of previously homeless veterans and their families by engaging rapid re-housing and homeless prevention efforts using temporary financial assistance. He also works with other service providers to assist Veterans in achieving housing stability. He is honored to be a part of the Albany Housing Coalition and feels privileged to support the mission, our veterans, and their families.

Jeff served in the United States Army for over 12 years as a section chief in the Field Artillery. After his discharge from the service, Jeff went to school and ultimately earned his masters degree in social work at the University at Albany in 2017. He joined the Albany Housing Coalition (AHC) in that same year as the SGT Henry Johnson Veterans House case manager. Jeff conducts intakes, coordinates services between the various departments of the AHC, the VA, and other local community agencies and manages the medical, mental health, and substance abuse treatment for all Veterans House residents. He also provides assistance with the housing process and oversees the daily operations of the Veterans House.  Jeff has three adult children; he lives in Clifton Park, NY with his Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Biscuit.

Paul is the Program Manager for Supportive Services for Veteran Families at the Albany Housing Coalition. He retired as a Sergeant Major after a 26-year career in the US Marine Corps and NY Army National Guard. He supervises and organizes activities to achieve program goals, including finding housing for homeless veterans and preventing evictions or recidivism. He provides rental assistance, food, furniture, utility arrears, moving costs, and child care. According to Paul, homeless and at-risk veterans need support to rebuild their self-worth and dignity.

Larry is a Veteran Air Force Officer who's been with the Albany Housing Coalition team since February 2015 as an SSVF Case Manager. Larry provides comprehensive housing case management to low income Veteran households identified as homeless or at risk for homelessness towards stabilizing their housing circumstances. Larry also assists with Veterans rapidly resolve their homelessness through identifying viable permanent housing options. Connect veterans to VA and non-VA services to support long term self-sufficiency as well as advocate on behalf of Veterans with landlords social service agencies and other service providers. Conduct follow-up with Veterans to ensure their housing situation remains stable.

"Please Lord, help me get one more."
–Hacksaw Ridge

Luis has 20 years of service in the United States Army. He has had multiple deployments and has worked as an Operations Supervisor overseas. Luis has been awarded the Army’s Bronze star and he's obtained a Bachelor degree from the University of Charleston. After retiring Luis joined the Albany Housing Coalition in 2020 as the Health Care Navigator.  As the Health Care navigator, he’s responsible for providing services that include connecting Veterans to VA health care benefits or community health care services where Veterans are not eligible for VA care. As the Health Care Navigator, he also provides case management and care coordination, health education, interdisciplinary collaboration, coordination, and consultation. Luis works closely with the Veteran’s primary care provider and members of the Veteran’s assigned interdisciplinary treatment team and acts as a liaison between the SSVF grantee and the VA or community medical clinic and works with a population of Veterans with complex needs who require assistance accessing health care services or adhering to health care plans.

Tyrone is the Senior Case Manager working with residents of the Veterans House since 2003. Having studied to become a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, he fosters the personal growth of residents helping them to overcome the barriers of homelessness. Tyrone helps Veterans with substance abuse, mental health, behavioral health and physical health concerns. Under his care Veterans will be provided one-on-one case management, referrals to benefits, employment, legal counsel and permanent housing options.  

Sandra joined Albany Housing Coalition in 2003. She has over forty years of human service expertise. She coordinates our Shelter Plus Care program. Shelter Plus Care is a Section 8 plus case management program for Homeless Veterans. The participants are diagnosed with substance abuse and/or mental illness. Sandra provides short-term supportive counseling, referral to numerous other agencies that participate in the continuum of care. Some include the Stratton V.A., AHA, Capital City Mission, Senior Hope, and Equinox. She maintains a roster of local landlords who provide housing to Shelter Plus Care applicants. The participants are supported through monthly and as needed home visits. Sandra instills all she encounters with HOPE. 

Fawn is a United States Navy veteran who served for 3 years in California. She is the housing assistant for the Albany Housing Coalition for the past 6 years. She assists clients with DSS paper work (clients who do not have income). Fawn also helps clients in getting their birth certificates, collects rent and program fees from clients who are residing in our Veterans House and other properties. She generates a monthly Affordable Rental List for the public who are looking for apartments. Fawn collaborates with several landlords who have apartments for rent throughout Albany and Schenectady.

Phil is the Facility Director of the Albany Housing Coalition. He and his team oversee the safety and security of 14 properties and 72 units of housing. An additional 9 units are scheduled for occupancy in 2021. His valuable knowledge of building mechanicals along with his dedication to the community are key to making those we serve safe and feel at home. 

Desi is the Facility Manager for the Albany Housing Coalition Inc. He comes to us with a very strong background in all aspects of maintenance with a special emphasis in the plumbing arena. Desi works directly for the Facility Director and helps to maintain all of our organizations properties to include our Flagship property the Sergeant Henry Johnson Veterans House.

Bill joined the (AHC) Albany Housing Coalition in October 2024. He has a bachelor's degree in business management from the College of St. Rose. He has over 20 years of experience in finance and relationship building. Bill is the Empoyment Specialist at the Albany Housing Coalition. Bill helps our veteran build resumes, work on interview skills and find employment opportunities. Once employed, Bill will track the progress to ensure employment longevity.