Madi has been at Respite Care since 2020 and has had the privilege of working closely with children and their families in a supportive and inclusive environment. She is dedicated to supporting young children as they learn, grow, and discover their unique strengths. Madi enjoys building meaningful connections with the children she works with and finds great joy in watching them reach milestones and achieve their goals in their own individual ways. She is passionate about creating a nurturing space where every child feels valued, encouraged, and confident to be themselves.

Siena joined Respite Care in June 2024 as a Child Care Specialist and became part of the Program Team in September 2026. Her hands-on child care experience, including Wilderness Camp, brings a compassionate, child-centered perspective to her role. A Northern Colorado native, Siena holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a minor in Human Services from the University of Northern Colorado. She is passionate about creating an environment where children and families feel valued and helping kiddos build strong self-advocacy skills. Outside of Respite Care, Siena enjoys traveling, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends, and teaching her puppy new tricks!

Kaitlin joined Respite Care in 2021 and serves as Director of Development. She leads fundraising, donor engagement, and community partnerships while overseeing the Development Team and all fundraising events that support Respite Care’s mission. A Fort Collins native and Colorado State University graduate, Kaitlin is passionate about making a positive impact in the community. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters, golfing, running, hiking, and mountain biking.

Marissa joined Respite Care in 2019 as a Child Care Specialist and has since held several leadership roles, most recently becoming Director of Staff Development in 2025. She leads recruitment, onboarding, training, employee relations, and other human resources initiatives that support a positive and thriving workplace culture. Marissa holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University and is SHRM-CP certified. She loves seeing children grow, build connections, and express themselves at Respite Care. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, snowboarding, and spending time with family and friends.

Kristi joined Respite Care in 2022 and serves as Executive Director, overseeing the organization’s operations, programs, and development efforts. Previously, she spent 10 years as a special education administrator in the Thompson School District. Kristi holds degrees from Kansas State University, Argosy University, and the University of Northern Colorado. A Loveland resident since 2000, she enjoys hiking, golfing, gardening, cooking, swing dancing, and spending time with family and friends.

Morgan joined the Respite Care team in August of 2021 as a Child Care Specialist. She held many leadership roles and participated in programs such as Day Camp and Wilderness Camp. She joined the Program team in December of 2024 as the School Age Program Coordinator and then became Child Care Manager in September of 2026! Morgan graduated from Colorado State University in May 2024 with a Bachelors in Psychology and a minor in ASL. She is very passionate about Respite Care's mission and loves supporting the kids and families at Respite. Outside of Respite, Morgan enjoys hiking, skiing, paddle boarding, or doing anything outdoors!

Tabitha joined Respite Care in 2021 and serves as Director of Operations. A Fort Collins native and CSU alumna, she holds her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification and oversees HR, payroll, benefits, billing, technology, and facility operations. Tabitha is passionate about supporting staff, strengthening community connections, and creating systems that help children, families, and employees thrive. Her favorite part of Respite Care is seeing the joy and excitement children experience when they walk through our doors.

Abbi has been at Respite Care since August of 2017. She works on the development team managing fundraising events and community outreach. She organizes our two major fundraisers annually (the Holiday Ball and the Luncheon) and leads community tours, as well as provides assistance to the development director as needed. Abbi enjoys learning about fundraising, and she loves that she gets to come to work every day with a wonderful team who are all passionate about Respite Care and our mission. Abbi has a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Northern Colorado. Prior to working at Respite Care, Abbi taught in early childhood classrooms for about four years. When not at Respite Care, Abbi loves to travel and spend time with her growing family.

Amanda joined Respite Care in 2015 as a Child Care Specialist after first volunteering with our Boulders group. After serving as Volunteer Manager and Program Administrator, she transitioned into her current role as Marketing & Communications Manager in 2023. Amanda holds a master’s degree in Marketing with a specialization in Brand Communications from the University of Colorado Denver and loves sharing the stories of the extraordinary children and families Respite Care serves. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, hiking, camping, and photographing Colorado’s wildlife.

Sarah joined Respite Care in 2020 as a Child Care Specialist and became our Office & Billing Coordinator in 2024. A Colorado State University graduate with a degree in English Education and a minor in Ethnic Studies, she is passionate about supporting the extraordinary children and families we serve. Sarah’s favorite part of Respite Care is seeing children create lasting memories through programs like Wilderness Camp and Day Camp while providing much-needed respite for their families. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, and being with friends and family.

Maddy has been part of the Respite Care team since 2015 and currently serves as Program Director, overseeing our programs and supporting the teams who provide exceptional care to children and families. She is passionate about helping children and teens achieve their goals while building strong relationships with families. Maddy holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado. Outside of work, she enjoys attending country concerts, fishing with her husband, and exploring new breweries with her sister.

Hannah joined Respite Care in 2019 as a Child Care Specialist and became Program Administrator in 2023. She oversees the volunteer program, Day Camp, and a variety of special activities for children and families. Hannah is passionate about the Respite Care community and loves creating meaningful experiences for the extraordinary children we serve. She is currently working toward her Early Childhood Teaching License through Front Range Community College. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys baking, paddle boarding, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Lani started at Respite Care as a volunteer in 2014 and then became a Child Care Specialist in May of 2018. As a Child Care Specialist she held the leadership positions of Group Lead, Weekend Lead, and then Early Childhood Program Assistant. In September of 2022 she stepped into the Scheduling Coordinator role and handles all kiddo and staff scheduling. Lani holds her Early Childhood Teaching Certificate as well as her Infant and Nursey Supervisor Certificate. Outside of Respite Care, Lani enjoys nannying, spending time with friends and family, and playing soccer!