VALLEY LIGHT CENTER
Meet the Heart of Valley Light
Our dedicated team brings compassion, expertise, and a shared belief in the potential of every individual we serve. Together, we create an encouraging environment where adults with developmental challenges can learn, grow, and thrive.
I am dedicated to advancing a more inclusive society by championing opportunities for individuals with developmental challenges. For over 45 years, I have committed my work to supporting our most vulnerable populations-those too often overlooked or tuned away. Through Valley Light Center, we transform barriers into pathways by creating meaningful opportunities such as community gardens, a thrift store, and workforce training initiatives. These programs empower individuals to build skills, confidence, and independence.
With the ongoing support of our communities and collaboration with local government, my mission is to ensure that every individual we serve is valued, included, and given the chance to thrive. Valley Light Center will continue to grow as a place where potential is recognized. Opportunities are created, and lives are changed.
Sage Newman
CEO
Ext. 114
Accounts Manager
Ingrid Dominquez
My mission is to build a secure and transparent foundation so our programs can continue empowering adults with developmental needs to live full and meaningful lives.
Ingrid Dominguez
Director of Finance
idominguez@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 125
Supported Employment Manager
Melissa Perez
My mission is to help adults with intellectual and developmental challenges find and maintain competitive, integrated, and meaningful employment in their communities.
Melissa Perez
SEP Program Manager
mperez@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 117
Director of Programs
Paula Oñate
Hello, my name is Paula Oñate, and I am the Director of Programs at Valley Light Center for Social Advancement. My mission is to support individuals with different abilities in finding the program that best helps them work toward their goals—whether that’s community integration, continuing education, or preparing for employment and transitioning into our Supported Employment Department.
Paula Onate
Director of Programs
ponate@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 122
Ventures Case Manager
LaDwan Sherman
My mission is to help empower the individuals we work with by fostering independence and self-sufficiency, advocating for their rights, and empowering them to improve their well-being through compassionate coordinated case management.
Ladwan Sherman
Ventures Counselor
lsherman@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 124
Ventures Program Coordinator
Claudia Sanchez
My mission is to provide support to our families while ensuring our Venture's program is well-organized, runs cohesively, and our schedules include activities that enrich and positively impact the lives of our individuals we serve
Claudia Sanchez
Ventures Support Staff
csanchez@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 227
TDS Program Manager
Stephanie Zavala
I am the Program Manager for our Tailored Day Services. My mission is to support individuals with challenges in achieving greater independence and reaching their personal goals. With a strong commitment to inclusion and empowerment, I work closely with each program participant to develop personalized plans that promote growth, self-confidence, and long-term success. My approach is hands-on, compassionate, and client-centered, ensuring that every individual receives the support they need to reach their full potential.
Stephanie Zavala
TDS Program Manager
szavala@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 228
HR Manager
Gregory Cash
My mission is to enable our program participants to have opportunities where they can grow and flourish. By monitoring and ensuring our agency is meeting its requirements with its community partners and stakeholders.
Gregory Cash
Workforce / HR
gcash@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 118
Director of Operations
Ivan Campos
My mission is to enable our program participants to have opportunities where they can grow and flourish. By monitoring and ensuring our agency is meeting its requirements with its community partners and stakeholders.
Ivan Campos
Director of Operations
icampos@valleylightctr.org
Ext. 130