As a Navy veteran, Sylvia is honored to leverage her past decade of non-profit leadership experience to help military, veterans and their families get the care they need. A Wisconsin native, Sylvia holds a bachelor’s degree from Marquette University and an MBA from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

Kathi has been taking care of guests since 2006. She comes from a family of veterans and was a military wife for 13 years when her husband was an active duty Marine. She recognizes the sacrifices both servicemembers and their families have to make when serving the country. She is delighted to help “the most awesome people in the world”. In her spare time, Kathi spends time with her 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Patrice is a fifth generation Northern Nevadan. She has been helping veterans and their families since 2012. She enjoys working with generous community members and can often be seen around the guest house with her loyal assistant, Ella. Ella is a 80lb yellow lab who serves as VGH’s professional greeter. During her free time, Patrice enjoys picnicking with her husband, Mike and their two children.

Gabriella joined Veterans Guest House in 2021 as a Marketing Assistant. She is a proud Nevada native, always finding time to enjoy the mountainous sunsets. Gabriella’s pride in serving veterans stems from a close relationship with her brother, an Army veteran with two deployments. She combines her passion for marketing with a love for competitive activities like pool and bowling. When she is not busy with work or play, Gabriella treasures quality time with her family and enjoys leisurely walks with her hound dog, Zyla.

Barbie is a retired AT&T executive with over four decades of experience. She enjoys exploring new places and the freedom of the open road with her husband on their Harley motorcycle. Family holds a special place in Barbie's heart, and she treasures the moments spent with her grandchildren. Building cherished memories with loved ones is a central focus in Barbie’s life.

Lori, the daughter of a Marine Corps veteran and wife of an Air Force veteran, began her journey as a Lead Housekeeper by volunteering in 2006. Faithful in all aspects of her life, she takes pride in creating clean and safe spaces for guests. The most cherished part of her job is the heartwarming stories shared by all the guests who stay. Beyond her professional duties, Lori finds joy in hiking, gardening, and playing games with her 4 children and 5 grandchildren.  

Terrence is an Air Force veteran and a former guest of VGH. He takes pride in ensuring every guest has the best possible experience during their stay. His familiarity navigating the often complex systems of the VA has been an invaluable asset to helping his fellow veterans get the care they need.