Our Team
Alma Orozco, Clinical Services Associate
Certified community health worker at Allies in Caring, with a strong commitment to supporting Hispanic communities. Originally from Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico, Alma moved to the United States at age 3 and grew up in Carson City, Nevada, before relocating to New Jersey at age 10. A 2019 graduate of Hammonton High School, her experiences in ESL classes fueled her passion for helping others face similar challenges.
At Allies in Caring, Alma has made a significant impact on the lives of many Hispanic families, connecting with them on a personal level. She currently helps with parental skills, navigation services, and teaches ESL classes in the office.
Alma loves working at Allies in Caring because she is passionate about being part of a team that shares her culture and traditions, which enhances her ability to support her community effectively.
Diego Gonzalez=Rojas, Community Health Worker
Diego started working for Allies in Caring in 2023 after graduating from Hammonton High School in 2022. He began as a Summer Camp Facilitator, where he discovered his passion for community work. This experience led him to start an apprenticeship at Allies in Caring to become a community health worker.
After completing his certification, Diego continued as a full-time community health worker at Con-Vivir, where he facilitates programs and plans to further his education while remaining active in the community.
One thing Diego loves about working at Allies in Caring is being a peer mentor to kids, integrating his love for art and creativity. Outside of work, Diego enjoys art, acrylic painting, plants, nature, and being a good older brother. He is involved in various programs, including facilitating computer classes and the Liber=Arte Art Club, as well as helping with navigation services and more.
Juan Francisco Bacon. Maintenance professional
Juan Francisco Bacon is our maintenance professional. Originally from Peru, Juan Francisco came to Hammonton to build a future with his family. He enjoys working at Allies in Caring because he feels loved and appreciated. Francisco diligently keeps our Con-Vivir Wellness Center tidy and clean, ensuring that people have a fresh and welcoming environment to work in. He also greets everyone with a warm smile. At Allies In Caring, we grateful to have Juan Francisco as part of our team.