MEET OUR TEAM
We are a diverse, compassionate, & expert care team dedicated to providing quality whole person care.
RICK VUKMANIC, DIRECTOR OF FAMILY CARE
After working for almost 30 years in Child Welfare, I am excited to walk down a different path of accompanying families and individuals on their journey, hoping to explore new possibilities and sustainable options.
KAREN GISH, RIVER EXCHANGE DIRECTOR
My background in Health Education and 20 years of experience in spiritual care has fueled my belief in the power of a new beginning.
I am a mother of three fun, adventurous young adults. My passion is found in photography, outdoor adventure, creative expression, and inspiring people with hope.
MIRANDA NIXON
My professional and personal life have provided me with the opportunities to empower others and make a difference everyday. I am passionate about the care and support of others by being their through the journey.
I am excited to take my experiences and provide a difference in the lives of families we serve at Living Well.
STEPH EISENBISE
I have over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, environmental and community health restoration, and education, providing a foundation for a unique, community-based approach to Whole Person Health & Recovery.
My passion is to build connections in the community and expand an innovative and experiential approach to health and well-being.
Working as a life coach, it’s exciting walking with those who want to be happy and healthy. I have a passion for helping people craft meaningful change in their lives.
I am the mom of 4 young adults who all want to change the world, and have fun along the way.
Working as a life coach, it's exciting walking with those who want to be happy and healthy. I have a passion for helping people craft meaningful change in their lives.
I am the mom of 4 young adults who all want to change the world, and have fun along the way.
BETSY EBERSOLE
PENNY KOVAL, FOUNDER
I am a wife, mom, chiropractor and the founder of LivingWell Institute. I currently serve as the Director of Care at LWI.
I have spent the past 3 decades caring for people who suffer and they have taught me so much about life, health and the power of the human spirit.
I am a wife, mom, chiropractor and the founder of LivingWell Institute. I currently serve as the Director of Care at LWI.
I have spent the past 3 decades caring for people who suffer and they have taught me so much about life, health and the power of the human spirit.
KYLEE KOVAL
I am currently working on a degree in Community Health. I enjoy mentoring young kids and leading our 3D Balance class.
I have a passion for fitness and nutrition which allows me to teach others to make changes to be healthy and feel good in their own body.
MARK POTTS
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Happily in my second career after retiring from corporate life, where I performed in marketing, general management and behavioral change roles.
My passion is leveraging my work and life experience to help people achieve their dreams and become the person they were meant to be. I love exploring the outdoors with my family and friends.
ADRIANA VUKMANIC
Before joining the LivingWell team, I spent the first part of my career working in various areas of law and government at both the county and national level. I am excited to continue my career with LivingWell where I can follow my passion for finding truth and helping others to live well.
I Joined LivingWell as an occupational therapy student with a passion for helping people in challenging situations. My goal is to become experienced at helping families through challenges to reach stability.
Abby Hale
TRUFFLES
Truffles joined the LivingWell team as the first of our therapeutic nature-based farm program in 2021. She is a 10 year old donkey with long, soft ears which she constantly is turning as she at he’s each new person that comes to the farm. She loves carrots and is eager for affection. She is the smallest of the pack and has the biggest personality!
Our Farm Team
CALLIE
Callie is a 30 year old mule, a cross between a Belgian draft horse and a donkey. She joined the farm team as a companion for Truffles and recently gained permanent residence at the LivingWell Farm in her retirement from the neighbors Amish farm. Callie is shy and gentle, and she quickly warms up and loves to be close and have her nose and head rubbed.