David Jones, Ph.D.

President

Dr. Jones is a Clinical Psychologist in his 40th year of practice in the Pasadena area. He began his services for the CAS Board in March of 2011, and is the chair of the nominating and the development committees of the board. In the past, Dr. Jones has served on two other nonprofit boards and two advisory boards, all in the area of medical healthcare. He currently serves on the Credentials Committee of the Medical Staff of Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena.

Frank Cunningham

Director

Frank J. Cunningham-CO-Owner Gently Guided LLC a Personalized Referral Service for Senior Living Options

Frank Cunningham has a heart for aiding seniors and their families and considers helping the elderly find safe and secure facilities his mission in life; in short he sees it as soul work.

Frank’s RCFE Certification provides him with a deep understanding of the workings of senior care facilities and through this expertise he is able to ease the process of placement for seniors and their loved ones.

Prior to becoming an owner of Gently Guided LLC, he started Care Patrol of San Gabriel Valley as a Senior Care Consultant in 2013.

Frank spent many years in various management positions in corporate America, sharpening his skills in education, facilitation and counseling which he considers his gifts. He holds a degree in Business Administration and Masters in Counseling Psychology. As a result he boasts a unique insight and understanding of families and their needs for eldercare.

Frank has lived in Southern California since 1989 and enjoys being with his three adult children and his eight grandchildren. He is also the president of MAPS SGV a local non-profit whose mission is helping local seniors as well as a Board of Director at the Convalescent Aid Society.

John Calderone, Ph.D.

Director

John A. Calderone, Ph.D. had been the Chief Executive Officer of Olympia Medical Center from 2006 until his retirement at the end of 2015.

John has over 40 years experience in the healthcare industry. Before assuming his last position, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Corona Regional Medical Center in Corona, California, Chief Executive Officer of College Hospital and Coastal Communities Hospital in Orange County, California and Chief Operating Officer of Doctors Hospital in Santa Ana and Santa Ana Medical Center in Santa Ana, California.

Previously, Dr. Calderone held positions at a corporate level for over ten years with three different healthcare systems, where he directed the marketing, planning, and business development functions. His last corporate role was with Summit Health, Ltd.

Prior to entering the healthcare field, Dr. Calderone was employed at the General Electric Company for over four years in the Transportation Systems Business Operations Division as manager of employee programs. He also was the Chief Executive Officer of Serenity Hall Incorporated a not for profit chemical dependency psychiatric network of inpatient and outpatient facilities in Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, he has been an adjunct professor teaching at several different universities. He served on the Board of Directors of several community organizations such as the YMCA, American Cancer Society and Inland Empire Health Plan.

Dr. Calderone was named the 2013 recipient of the 4th Annual Healthcare Administrator Award, presented by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC). He served on the Board of Directors for the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC) for over fifteen years, its Executive Committee for seven years. He was the 2014 Chairman of the Hospital Association of Southern California. Additionally, he served on the Board of Trustees and its Executive Committee for the California Hospital Association (CHA). He also was appointed and served on the Board of Directors for the California Hospital Quality Institute. Dr. Calderone holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, and a postdoctoral degree in Psychology from Edinboro University.

Currently, he is also serving on the Board of Directors of the National Health Foundation, Los Angeles, California.

Patricia Chin, DNS, RN

Director

Dr. Patricia A. Chin is a Professor Emerita of California State University, Los Angeles. Dr. Chin’s four decade professional nursing career includes medical-surgical nursing, cardiac intensive care nursing, psychiatric health nursing and legal consultation on nursing negligence. As a member of the Cal State LA faculty, she taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and served in various positons, including Nurse Counselor, Associate Director and the Director of the School of Nursing.

Dr. Chin earned a diploma from Capital City School of Nursing, D.C. General Hospital, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from California State University Los Angeles, and a Doctor of Nursing Science from the University of San Diego. She is a member of the Nu Mu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

Dr. Chin’s scholarly publications, presentation and activities have been in the areas of: vulnerable and underserved populations, domestic violence, powerlessness, change and change theory, coping with mental and behavioral issues during changes in health states, rehabilitation, and nursing case management.

Active in her community, she has been a board member of the East San Gabriel Chapter of the American Red Cross, Monterey Park Boys and Girls Club, Garfield Medical Center Board of Governors, Soroptimist International and the Soroptimist Village Foundation Board, a subsidized senior housing facility. She chaired a “Commission on the State of the City of Monterey Park” and served two terms on the Monterey Park Planning Commission.

Mark Gamble

Director

Mark Gamble is the Senior Vice President/Chief Operating Officer with the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC), which is a regional trade association that represents 184 hospitals and health systems in Southern California. The mission of HASC is to lead, represent and serve hospitals and their related organizations, working collaboratively with our members and other stakeholders to improve health and health care in the communities we serve.

Mark, who has been with HASC for more than 23 years, has an extensive background in public policy and advocacy, and currently serves as the senior executive responsible for a majority of HASC’s departments, including: quality and patient safety; community health improvement; hospital human resource management; patient access services; education, publications and membership; and HASC’s internal operations.

Kimberly Moss

Director

V.P. of Operations and Owner of Pegasus Home Health Care in Glendale, California. With over two decades in her field, Kimberly’s passion to care for others has guided her career and helped grow her company to become one of the leaders in the Home Health Care industry. In addition to caring for patients and their families, Kimberly is passionate about providing a nurturing environment where employees have the opportunity to learn, grow and feel a sense of pride in what they do.

Kimberly began her services for the CAS Board in July of 2015 and currently serves on the Development Committee. In addition, Kimberly has served as the Event Chair for the 2016, 2017 and 2018 annual event, The Gourmet Garden Party.

In her personal time Kimberly enjoys running, hiking and kayaking. Her happy place is anywhere that she can spend time with her husband and with her large extended family. At the heart of the family is Kimberly’s beloved, sharp-as-a-tack, 96 year old grandmother, Sara who still resides in her own home with a caregiver.

Stanley Pine

Director

Stanley Pine is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at California State University, Los Angeles. He joined the Convalescent Aid Society in 2015 to work with the warehouse staff repairing equipment. In 2018 he was elected to the Board of Directors. He views the CAS as an amazing non-profit organization serving the community in a very unique area of need.

Dr. Pine worked in the chemistry profession for over 60 years. He served in regional and national leadership positions in science and education. In 2003 he was elected to the Board of Directors of the American Chemical Society (60,000 members). He has been recognized for his role in science education and chemical safety and has been honored as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science as well as a Fellow for the American Chemical Society.

Marilyn Smith

Director

Marilyn M. Smith is a native of Los Angeles and a graduate of both the University of Southern California (Bachelor of Arts) and the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law (Juris Doctor).

Marilyn is a member of the California Bar and an accomplished civil trial lawyer. She is also a trusted personal legal advisor in the community.

Marilyn’s initial career aspiration was to join the medical profession as a research biologist. She changed to law as a way to use more of her “people” skills along with her academic achievements. Her legal career has frequently involved the medical community and handling medical issues, including personal injury cases, elder and dependent adult abuse cases, medical malpractice cases, and interfacing with doctors, nurses and hospital personnel. Her dedication to service, her public speaking skills, and the combination of a science background and love of all things medical, have been significant assets in her successful career.

Marilyn joined the CAS Board in part due to her commitment to helping the most vulnerable of our society, and providing assistance to those in need.

She is the owner of a busy private practice law firm in Pasadena, California, and specializes in personal-based civil litigation, including elder law, elder/dependent adult abuse, family law and contested conservatorship cases. Marilyn has specialized training in mental health and substance abuse issues which arise frequently in the cases she handles.

Marilyn has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for 2020 (an organization recognizing only the top 5% of lawyers), and has been voted a Pasadena Top Attorney for each year from 2010-2018. She is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Pasadena Bar Association, and Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. She was admitted to membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates, an organization which confers membership on courtroom lawyers with verified significant trial experience.

Prior to joining the CAS Board in 2017, she served on the Board of Directors of Pasadena-based 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to the preservation and performance of the works of Gilbert and Sullivan.

Ms. Smith also is a member of the La Canada Chamber of Commerce and serves as the Vice-Chair of the La Canada Public Safety Commission.

Philip Swan

Director

Philip A. Swan has had a 35 year career in the investment management business and currently serves as a Vice President of UBS Wealth Management in Downtown Los Angeles. Previously he was Director of Investor Relations at Griffis Residential, a private equity real estate firm based in Denver, CO, and before that held a variety of positions related to sales, marketing, and client service at The Capital Group, a global money management firm, in Los Angeles, CA. He is Board Chair of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, a director of the National Audubon Society, a trustee of Colorado College, and a director of the Della Martin Foundation, the Ann Peppers Foundation and the Cygnet Foundation (the Swan family foundation whose focus is on supporting conservation efforts in Southern California).

Additionally, he serves on the Board of Governors of The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens. Phil received a B.A. cum laude in History from Colorado College. He is a life long Pasadena/South Pasadena/San Marino resident with a son at San Marino High School and a daughter at Westridge School. Phil’s first interaction with Convalescent Aid Society dates back to the 1970s when he and his parents picked up a number of items to help a grandparent who was recovering from a broken hip.

Dr. Thomas Vander Laan

Director

Dr. Thomas Vander Laan has been a general surgeon with a practice based in Pasadena since 1985. He retired in November, 2024 in order to spend more time with his wife of 41 years, Cathy, his two children, LoLo and David, and his six grandchildren. He was born and raised in the Chicago-area, his father was a dermatologist, his mother a nurse. He trained at the University of Chicago (college and medical school), Michael Reese Hospital (medical internship), LAC/USC Medical Center (surgical internship), and Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena (surgical residency). He is board-certified in General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, and Wound Care. He was on staff at the old St. Luke's Hospital, LAC, Arcadia Methodist Hospital, and Huntington Hospital, and taught residents at Huntington for many years. As part of his duties at Huntington over the years, he served on and chaired many committees including: General Surgery, Trauma, Critical Care, Surgery, Quality Management, and Credentials. He was also on the Executive Committee three times. He likes to read, play the piano, play golf, and compete in ballroom dancing. in his free time. He was invited to serve on the CAS Board in 2024.

Robel Gugsa

Director

Robel Gugsa is an altruistic entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to helping others. With a background in engineering and experience in the transaction payment processing business, he developed a groundbreaking application facilitating the collaboration of multiple financial institutions on a single ATM. Robel co-founded the business and led the technology operations for 6 years, securing an exit through the acquisition of his business. Following this achievement, he assumed the CEO role for the new company, guiding its growth for an additional seven years.

Robel’s connection to senior care challenges emerged when his father and father-in-law faced health struggles. Witnessing the complexities and inadequacies of the services provided in the senior care market, Robel questioned the difficulty in navigating the system and the often insufficient level of care provided. This challenge led Robel to pursue a career in Senior Home Care services. Engaging in this new venture allows Robel to contribute to the quality of care while leveraging his engineering expertise to introduce innovative technologies and positively transform the landscape of in-home caregiving services.

Kim Burbank

Director

Kim Burbank is a dedicated nonprofit professional committed to community impact. As Philanthropy Manager at Pasadena Humane, she leads the organization's grant writing efforts and works closely with donors to secure vital funding for animal welfare initiatives. Voluntarism is central to her life, she also serves on the boards of Civitas Pasadena and the Pasadena Center Operating Company and has been actively involved in numerous community organizations as a Pasadena resident. A Northern California native, Kim moved to Pasadena in 2012 to embrace the SoCal lifestyle. She loves exploring - whether hiking, biking along the beach, or discovering new neighborhoods. At home, she shares space with her spicy orange cat, Lucky, an alumnus of Pasadena Humane.

Jennifer Bigelow

Director

Jennifer Bigelow is the Founder and Principal of Norton Home Office Management. Jennifer and her team provide personal business & life management for seniors, trustees & other individuals through financial organization, household management, trust & estate administration.

The experience of caring for a loved one taught Jennifer the importance of building a team of professionals to provide care and support. She brings this experience to her clients with knowledge, understanding, resources, and warmth. Jennifer believes in building teams of trusted professionals to bring the best team possible to Norton’s clients.

Jennifer is a member of American Association of Daily Money Managers, Junior League of Pasadena, and ProVisors (Pasadena 1, Seniors and Special Needs, Pasadena Estate & Succession Planning, and East Valley Women’s affinity groups). Jennifer graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Arizona.

Andre Riley

Director

As a United States Navy and Persian Gulf Veteran, Andre Riley has always been an individual of incomparable diligence. With Southern roots from Atlanta, Georgia, and Greenville, South Carolina, whether it be giving outstanding benevolence as a dental hygienist or moving to Los Angeles in 2000 and becoming a nationally recognized fitness professional, exemplary service has always been paramount.

A 25 year resident of Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, Andre is a trusted Global Real Estate Advisor with Sotheby’s International Realty who flourishes every opportunity to represent residential home buyers and sellers, creating lifelong friendships along the way.

Andre continued his service career joining the CAS board in July of 2024 and proudly serves on the Connections Task Force with emphasis on expanding visibility throughout the San Fernando Valley. In addition Andre is a 3rd year Private School Village ambassador for Harvard Westlake Middle School.

Ahmed Brennan Thompson

Director

Ahmed Thompson (professionally known as Brennan Feonix) is a retired actor with a 30-year career in film and television. Born in New York and raised in San Diego, he has been living in Los Angeles since 1992. Best known for his versatile guest appearances and supporting roles across popular series and films, he has since transitioned into real estate. Today, he focuses on investing and revitalizing homes in Pasadena and Altadena, bringing new life to historic neighborhoods one house at a time. With a passion for helping others and giving back, Ahmed joined the board of directors for the Convalescent Aid Society in 2022.