Meet Our Staff

"Each member of our staff is passionate about responding to the needs of people with disabilities in Central Illinois"

Executive Director

Jeannine McAllister has been with Advocates for Access since 2012. She is currently in the position of Executive Director.

Director of Operations

Jodi Scott has been with Advocates for Access since 2008. She is currently in the position of Director of Operations.

Independent Living Coordinator

Thane Hunt has been with Advocates for Access since 2014. He is currently in the position of Independent Living Coordinator.

Transition Coordinator

Alexis Rhoades has been with Advocates for Access since 2019. She is currently in the position of Transition Coordinator.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocate

Tammy Helm has been with Advocates for Access since 2021. She is currently in the position of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advocate.

Office Manager

Karyn Short has been with Advocates for Access since June 2023. She is currently in the position of Office Manager.

Office Assistant

Judi Sutter has been with Advocates for Access since 2016. She is currently in the position of Office Assistant.