Meet Our Team

Dr. Meagan Andino brings over seven years of direct experience with the San Diego Regional Center, where she served as a Service Coordinator in the children's unit. Her deep understanding of the regional center system, combined with her passion for empowering individuals with disabilities, makes her a uniquely qualified leader for Helping Hands Supported Living.

During her tenure at SDRC, Dr. Andino earned her Master of Science in Psychology and her Doctorate in Social Work (DSW). She has extensive hands-on experience across a wide range of service models, including Supported Living Services (SLS), Independent Living Skills (ILS), Tailored Day programs, RDI, ABA, special education, behavior therapy, nutrition and exercise fitness, PTSD support, and serving combat military veterans.

Dr. Andino is passionate about building a network of support for individuals who want to live on their own and participate fully in their communities. Her person-centered approach, clinical expertise, and bilingual capabilities (English and Spanish) ensure that every individual and family receives culturally responsive, compassionate care.

Noemi Kelsey brings a warm, hands-on approach to her role as Program Manager at Helping Hands Supported Living. With a background in human services and direct support, she is the driving force behind the day-to-day coordination of our supported living programs — ensuring that every individual receives consistent, high-quality care that aligns with their personal goals.

Noemi is known for her ability to build genuine, trusting relationships with the individuals we serve, their families, and our support staff alike. She oversees program implementation, staff scheduling and training, and works closely with SDRC service coordinators to keep each person's support plan on track and evolving with their needs.

Her dedication to the people she serves goes beyond logistics. Noemi believes that every interaction is an opportunity to affirm someone's dignity and potential, and she brings that belief to life every single day.