In Memory of Our Beloved
Ceci Cun
1973 - 2020
Tia Ceci was a loving nanny at El Amor de Patricia for over seven years. Her up-beat attitude, beautiful smile, and love of the children enriched our home. She was kind, gentle, funny, and had a heart of gold.
Her quiet compassionate demeanor will be deeply missed by all , especially our kids. Rest in peace sweet friend. |
Our Team

WENDY
Special Projects Manager
Wendy is the heart and soul of El Amor de Patricia, whether she is working in the Village of Yalu or in the children's home. At every turn she is hugging someone... whether it is a nanny mourning the loss of her beloved mother or a child who skinned his knee. Wendy loves everyone and everyone loves Wendy.
Wendy is our Special Projects Manager, as well as our team cook. Wendy knows how to do most anything!
Special Projects Manager
Wendy is the heart and soul of El Amor de Patricia, whether she is working in the Village of Yalu or in the children's home. At every turn she is hugging someone... whether it is a nanny mourning the loss of her beloved mother or a child who skinned his knee. Wendy loves everyone and everyone loves Wendy.
Wendy is our Special Projects Manager, as well as our team cook. Wendy knows how to do most anything!

JULIO
Assistant Special Projects Manager
Julio’s contagious smile and joy for life inspires us all. He is a wealth of knowledge about Guatemala and of course, coffee. He is always ready to have fun and we lovingly joke that he is 'our oldest child.'
Where's Julio?

CLARITA
Weekday Coordinator
Clarita is a beautiful addition to El Amor de Patricia. She is a mother and a grandmother so she comes with a lot of experience. Clarita is committed to the children and they know how much she loves them.... She is our weekday staff coordinator and is in charge of the babies.
Clarita always has a smile on her face and is always calm. We love you Clarita!!!
Weekday Coordinator
Clarita is a beautiful addition to El Amor de Patricia. She is a mother and a grandmother so she comes with a lot of experience. Clarita is committed to the children and they know how much she loves them.... She is our weekday staff coordinator and is in charge of the babies.
Clarita always has a smile on her face and is always calm. We love you Clarita!!!

PATTY
Weekend Coordinator
Patty's beautiful smile and endless love lights up the days at El Amor. Her creative spirit and enthusiasm brings abundant joy and amazing experiences that enrich our home! Our weekends run smoothly thanks to her leadership. Her vibrant personality is a wonderful addition to our home. We are grateful for you, Patty!
Weekend Coordinator
Patty's beautiful smile and endless love lights up the days at El Amor. Her creative spirit and enthusiasm brings abundant joy and amazing experiences that enrich our home! Our weekends run smoothly thanks to her leadership. Her vibrant personality is a wonderful addition to our home. We are grateful for you, Patty!

ESTEFANIA
Psychologist
Estefania is part of the leadership team at El Amor de Patrica and our in house Psychologist. Her love and dedication to our children is obvious. Her sweet, kind, understanding personality makes her an amazing psychologist. She helps heal the little hearts and souls of our children so they can become healthy, thriving kids. She always goes above and beyond with the needs of our organization and makes an indescribable difference at El Amor de Patricia!
Psychologist
Estefania is part of the leadership team at El Amor de Patrica and our in house Psychologist. Her love and dedication to our children is obvious. Her sweet, kind, understanding personality makes her an amazing psychologist. She helps heal the little hearts and souls of our children so they can become healthy, thriving kids. She always goes above and beyond with the needs of our organization and makes an indescribable difference at El Amor de Patricia!

LUCIA
Assistant Director
Lucia has been with El Amor de Patricia since 2014. She
has stepped into the Assistant Director position with determination and a spring in her step. She has been an integral part in establishing policies and procedures, as well as creating the structure needed for compliance for the organization. "Though she be but little, she is fierce!" Lucia is a force to be reckoned with.
We are appreciative of your leadership Lucia!
Assistant Director
Lucia has been with El Amor de Patricia since 2014. She
has stepped into the Assistant Director position with determination and a spring in her step. She has been an integral part in establishing policies and procedures, as well as creating the structure needed for compliance for the organization. "Though she be but little, she is fierce!" Lucia is a force to be reckoned with.
We are appreciative of your leadership Lucia!

KAHLEAH
Director
Our larger than life director, Kahleah, runs the organization with compassion and a strong sense of leadership. Kahleah so obviously loves the children and staff at El Amor de Patricia and believes in instilling confidence and strength in all people involved at the children's home and in our outreach projects. She believes in raising people up and helping them become the best versions of themselves. Kahleah's education and experience in child development helps her navigate the complexities of raising children in care, as well as the children we serve in the village of Yalu. With her ability to execute the vision of El Amor de Patricia, Kahleah progresses the organization forward with honor and integrity.
Director
Our larger than life director, Kahleah, runs the organization with compassion and a strong sense of leadership. Kahleah so obviously loves the children and staff at El Amor de Patricia and believes in instilling confidence and strength in all people involved at the children's home and in our outreach projects. She believes in raising people up and helping them become the best versions of themselves. Kahleah's education and experience in child development helps her navigate the complexities of raising children in care, as well as the children we serve in the village of Yalu. With her ability to execute the vision of El Amor de Patricia, Kahleah progresses the organization forward with honor and integrity.