MEET THE TEAM
Kelley Anderson
Director of Administrative Board
A founding member of our organization, (2009) Kelley has been in recovery well over a decade. She has served as co-president for many years. Helping others overcome substance abuse disorder is her passion and her mission. Kelley is both insightful and compassionate in her work.
Daphne Baer
President of Administrative Board
With us since our founding, (2009) Daphne has been a most valuable team member. She brings years of experience in the field of social work with the Tennessee Department of Children's Services to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed.
Judy McDonald
Treasurer
Coming out of retirement as Executive Director, Judy has agreed to take the position of Treasurer. She is dedicated to the mission of Helping Hands & the Gateway House, and is ready to tackle some new territory as treasurer.
Secretary
Sandra Pitts
Correspondence and Fundraising Assistant
After retiring from a career with Farm Bureau, Sandra has joined Helping Hands & Gateway House's staff as a part-time correspondence secretary and fundraising assistant. Sandra loves people and is a wonderful addition to our team!
Shelley Warren
Resident Supervisor
Program Director
Shelley began working with residents at the Gateway House in April, 2025. With a strong faith in God, and a nursing background, Shelley felt led to this position that she sees as a ministry. She and her husband, Eric, spend time taking the residents to church, out to eat, and on fun-filled excursions. What a blessing to have the both of them involved!!
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Board of Directors 2023