Meet Our Staff
"Each member of our staff is passionate about responding to the needs of people with disabilities in Central Illinois"
Jodi Scott is the Director of Operations at Advocates for Access. She has worked in this position since 2008.
Thane started at Advocates for Access in 2014. He previously worked as a Foster Care Case Manager upon his retirement from the city of Peoria.
Alexis joined the Advocates for Access team in 2019. She is the Transition Coordinator, assisting any resident in an Illinois Department of Public Health licensed facility with the goal of returning to an independent community-based life.
Bailey has been with Advocates for Access since 2019. He is the Youth Services Coordinator. Bailey’s focus is to assist the youth, as well as the visually impaired to live a healthy, independent life.
Adam spent 14 years as a journalist including time as a staff reporter for the Peoria Journal Star. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science from Bradley University.
Amber Kessler has been with Advocates for Access since 2016. She is currently in the position of Office Manager.
Judi Sutter has been with Advocates for Access since 2016. She is currently in the position of Office Assistant.