Our Team
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Trinity Community Care Staff
Amber D. Scarletta
Executive Director
Amber joined TCC in 2022. She oversees facility management, volunteer cultivation and supervision, fundraising, fiscal management and reporting. She works closely with the board of directors, medical and dental directors, clinic staff and volunteers.
Cathryne Cansler
Administrative Assistant
Cathryne joined TCC in April 2024. With her background in nonprofit work, including roles as a fundraising coordinator and board member, she brings a wealth of experience and innovative ideas to the team. Married with two children, her family life provides her with a unique perspective and a strong sense of balance, which benefits her role at TCC. Her commitment and passion for both her professional and personal lives enrich her approach to the nonprofit sector.
Rebecca Hepner, CFRE
Annual Giving and Grants Specialist
Rebecca joined TCC in February 2025. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in philanthropy, grant writing, and major gift fundraising to her role at Trinity Community Care. She has successfully secured significant funding to advance the missions of human services and higher education nonprofits. She is passionate about building relationships and driving community impact, Rebecca is dedicated to ensuring vital resources are available for those in need. Outside of her professional work, she treasures time with her husband and their daughter.
Jessica Hinman
Clinic Operations Coordinator
Jessica joined TCC in March 2023. She is a key team member at TCC, has a passion for helping others, has myriad office skills and assists with both dental and medical clinics. She has spent the past 18 years raising her two children and helping her husband run their family business.
Sheila Newton
Dental Coordinator
Sheila joined TCC November of 2025. She has over 30 years of experience as a skilled dental assistant.
She brings an unmatched expertise, compassion, and calm to every patient she serves. Outside the clinic, she’s a proud mom of two and a devoted dog lover who brings that same caring spirit into all areas of her life.
Jennifer West
Medical Coordinator
Jennifer joined TCC in June 2025. She has over 15 years of healthcare experience rooted in patient care and clinical excellence. She started as a medical assistant, earned her BSN, and became a registered nurse. Throughout her career she has served across a variety of specialties, including Family Practice, Pediatric Psychiatry, Women’s and Children’s Health, and Occupational Health. Her compassionate approach and broad clinical knowledge make her a valued member of the team and trusted support for patients of all ages. Outside of work, Jennifer cherishes time with her family and finds joy in being with her children and grandchildren.
Board of Directors
Amanda LaVoie, R.D., M.S.
President and Board Chair
Senior Director of Support Services, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
Amanda earned her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Michigan State University and her Master of Science degree at Walsh College. She has worked for Corewell Health (formerly Beaumont) for more than 20 years.
Bryan Wickersham
Vice President, Past Chair
Chief Development Officer at Emerald Growth Partners
Bryan graduated from Walsh College in 2015 with an MBA specializing in health services administration. Bryan Wickersham has served on the Board of Directors since late 2016. He served as Board Chair from 2019-2021.
Avni Thomas
Secretary
Director of Grant Management, Presbyterian Villages of Michigan Foundation
As a nonprofit fundraiser for the past 15 years, Avni has worked in higher education and senior services researching and writing grants. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in public administration. Avni joined the board in May of 2021.
Kimberly Kress Getzinger, M.D.
Medical Director
Emergency Physician, Corewell Health, East - Troy Beaumont Hospital
Kimberly earned a Bachelor of Science in Biological Psychology from the University of Michigan and her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at the William Beaumont Hospital Emergency Medicine program. Kimberly is a founder of Trinity Community Care and has been the medical director since 2013.
Robert Antolak, D.D.S.
Dental Director
Dentist, Gentle Dentist in Shelby Twp.
Robert is a practicing dentist, in his private practice, providing general, cosmetic, implant and restorative dentistry. He graduated from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1987. Robert is a founder of Trinity Community Care and has been the dental director since 2013.
Rev. Christian Jones
Board Member
Associate Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Utica, Director of Outreach Ministries
Jones is a 2014 graduate of Oakland University and a 2019 graduate of Concordia Seminary. Prior to arriving in Utica, Christian served five years as a missionary-at-large of the Michigan District of the LC-MS to the city of Flint. There he worked with families struggling to overcome the water crisis and systemic poverty. Pastor Jones joined the board in 2024.
Katherine Kress
Board Member
VP, Experience Design and CX Transformation, TTEC Digital
Katherine leads teams in developing business strategies and designing exceptional customer and employee experiences that leverage AI to drive CX transformation and desired business outcomes. In her career, she has held leadership positions in strategy and consulting, direct and digital advertising, product development and global marketing. She has a master’s degree in Asian studies from the University of California, Berkeley and a bachelor’s degree in political science and Asian studies from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Katherine joined the board in 2024.
Brian Van Rooyen, D.D.S.
Board Member
Dentist, Gentle Dentist in Shelby Twp.
Dr. Brian Van Rooyen, known as Dr. V, is a Lake Orion native and graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy, where he earned both his biochemistry degree and Doctor of Dental Surgery. He is passionate about providing compassionate, judgment-free care and understands how fear and mental health can affect a patient’s ability to seek treatment. Since his first mission trip in 2018, he has served in Honduras, the Dominican Republic, Egypt, and has been a dedicated volunteer at Trinity Community Care since 2022. Dr. V will serve as Dental Director beginning January 2026, committed to upholding high standards of care for all patients. Outside the clinic, he enjoys cooking, spending time outdoors, game nights with loved ones, and recently celebrated his engagement in November 2025.