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Meet the Team

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Tjwana Reed

Sixth Street Shelter Director

Tjwana joined the Sixth Street Shelter in November 2024, bringing extensive experience in program management, community engagement, and leadership. Her background in supporting families and individuals navigating trauma and housing insecurities makes her an invaluable addition to our team. Stop by and say hi to Tjwana!

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Lizette Soto

Blended Case Manager/
Utilization Manager

In October 2021, Lizette joined the Sixth Street Shelter as the Counseling and Intake Specialist and has been employed by Community Action for 23 years and counting! She began as a receptionist for Community Action in 1999, after graduating from her own time spent at the Sixth Street Shetler. After six years, Lizette became an OnTrack Customer Representative and in 2018, she was promoted to Director of the OnTrack program. In 2021, Lizette was also the Office Administrator for Second Harvest Food Bank, another program of Community Action Lehigh Valley.

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Lisbeth Santos

Family Engagement Coach

Lisbeth Santos brings 16 years of experience in early childhood education and family support to her role as Family Engagement Coach at the Sixth Street Shelter. A certified Child Development Associate (CDA), Lisbeth spent nine years nurturing young learners as a lead classroom teacher before transitioning into her most recent position as a Family Advocate, dedicated to empowering and advocating for local families. Trained in Conscious Discipline, she actively implements these practices to foster strong, supportive relationships and create welcoming, social-emotional spaces for children and parents. Outside of work, Lisbeth loves spending time with her family, cooking traditional Puerto Rican meals, and visiting different family-owned coffee shops. She is thrilled to join the team and partner with local families through Community Action Lehigh Valley and the Sixth Street Shelter.

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Santiago Daza

Housing Specialist

Santiago Daza brings 5 years of combined experience in Benefit/Supports Coordination and Patient Advocacy to his role. Santiago spent 2 years working for Lehigh Valley Health Network before transitioning into his most recent position as a Case Manager for a Medicaid Waiver Program. He is dedicated to empowering and advocating for individuals and families who were in desperate need of medical and personal services to better assist independent living in their respective communities. He actively implements his skills to create an environment of understanding, support, and strong relationships to navigate through difficult situations. Santiago understands that all situations vary and is ready to work on creating brighter outcomes. Outside of work, he loves spending time on his hobbies like airsoft, video editing, and being physically active. He enjoys time with his family, thoroughly enjoying culturally rich meals, and visiting different family-owned restaurants or antique stores. He is excited to join the team and partner with local families through Community Action Lehigh Valley and the Sixth Street Shelter.

Sixth Street Shelter Advisory Board

 Jim Ferry 

Shannon Fugate 

Geoff Gutgold

Maryann Haytmanek

Robert Moux

Jackie Rodriguez 

Stephanie Prevost

Hillary Spear  

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Contact:

219 N Sixth Street,
Allentown, PA, 18102

Hours:

Mon - Fri:

8:30am - 4:30pm

​​Saturday: Closed

​Sunday: Closed

Tel: 610.435.1490

Fax: 610.433.3282

New, in-kind donations
in packaging accepted:

Tuesdays and Fridays:

10am - 2pm

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