P. Francisco Riddell, SWC, LACC
Pedro Francisco Riddell's life is a testament to resilience and dedication to personal and community growth. Born in Mexico and experiencing a challenging upbringing in the U.S., Pedro faced homelessness but used these hardships to fuel his determination to pursue education. Starting at Mendocino College with nine associate degrees, he advanced to UCLA for dual degrees in Gender and LGBTQ Studies. His desire to make a difference led him to earn a Master’s in Social Work from University of Southern California, and he is pursuing a Doctorate in Social Work at Capella University. A bilingual therapist, Pedro addresses critical community needs such as domestic violence and substance abuse, empowering children, youth, and families with a holistic approach. His journey from adversity to empowerment highlights the strength of the human spirit and serves as a beacon of hope for those he helps.
Marian Percy, LCSW
Marian Percy, LCSW, is a dedicated social work professional specializing in child welfare and foster care. Since 2018, she has served as the Director of Kinship Services at Hope and Home, focusing on licensing and supporting kinship families. Marian also oversees Home Supervision, the H&H Mental Health Clinic, Adolescent Services, and Therapeutic Foster Care. She is a Master Level Trainer in Therapeutic Foster Care for the Colorado Department of Human Services, offering statewide training.
Previously, Marian worked for 21 years at El Paso County DHS, retiring as Deputy Director of Children, Youth, and Family Services. Her roles included caseworker, supervisor, and Child Welfare Intake Manager, among others. Armed with an MSW from Colorado State University and a BA in Psychology from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Marian has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2002. Her career reflects her commitment to enhancing the lives of children and families.
Evelyn Wilcox, BA
Evelyn is a dedicated and anthusiastic professional, currently working toward her MSW at National University. Evelyn has experience in teaching, running life skills groups, case management, and other areas of support.