Robert W. Day MD, PhD, MPH
Interim Executive Director, Founder
President & Director Emeritus of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Dr. Robert Day also serves as a member of the FHCRC Division of Public Health Sciences, Cancer Prevention Research Program and has served as the Scientific Director for the International Consortium for Research on the Health Effects of Radiation. Dr. Day has earned degrees at Harvard College, University of Chicago, and University of California at Berkeley School of Public Health and was named Emeritus Dean and Professor at the University of Washington School of Public Health.
Frank Couch BA, CDP, NCACI
Program Director
Frank is a Certified Chemical Dependency Specialist and NCACI. His experience includes work in both inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment settings with adolescents and young adults. In addition he has worked extensively with family members of young people with addictions. Frank manages SAMA’s clinical programs, including the outpatient continuing care program and the Family Navigator phone support line.
Sarah Walczyk
Director of Development and Community Relations
Sarah brings several years of substantial fund-raising and marketing experience to SAMA, having worked and volunteered with other non-profit organizations in the Seattle area since 1998. Sarah truly enjoys being an active member of the philanthropy community and is passionate about working for organizations that are dedicated to helping youth reach their full potential.
Lara Okoloko, MSW
Family Program Manager/Consultant
Lara has a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Washington. As a social worker, Lara has served youth and families in many settings, including homeless outreach, supportive housing, social justice advocacy, and at the University of Washington Medical Center. Lara enjoys her work supporting the well-being of individuals, helping families to thrive, and building healthy communities.
Wendy Harrington
Office and Finance Coordinator
Beth Dana
Family Clinician
