Attachment 10 References for Community Accountability 2.pdf

ATTACHMENT II OFFEREROR’S REFERENCES

SOLICITATION No. BPM007036 Community Accountability Programs Services for Community Corrections

1. Ambima Buzhyason

Name: Ambima Buzhyason, MS, MBAHM

Phone: (816) 721-9030 Email: Ordinarypeople602@gmail.com

Address: 24250 N 23 RD Avenue Unit 1221

Company Name: Ordinary People, Inc.

Project Description: Community-Based Family Engagement and Literacy Initiative

List key Materials or Services provided: Family Literacy Workshops – Designed to improve reading, communication, and learning engagement for families, including those impacted by incarceration. Parenting

Education Programs – Focused on building positive parenting skills and strengthening family dynamics. Mental and

Behavioral Health Support Coordination – Partnering with local organizations to connect clients to counseling, therapy, and recovery resources. Science Education Instruction – Teaching biology, anatomy, physiology labs, and online science courses, with adaptive learning methods. Support for Released Incarcerated Individuals and Families

– Providing guidance, educational resources, and support during reentry and transition. Sober Living and Recovery

Support – Offering educational and life-skills resources for individuals in recovery or transitional housing. Outreach to Homeless Populations – Distributing educational materials, resources, and support to promote stability and wellness. Curriculum Development and Instructional Adaptation – Creating and customizing teaching materials to meet the needs of learners with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. Community Resource Coordination –

Organizing events, workshops, and resource distribution across schools, shelters, and community programs.

Summarize the scope and deliverables provided, including timeline and outcome: Ambima Buzhyson partnered with Community Network & Fellowship, Inc. (CNF) to lead a multi-site family literacy and engagement initiative across 18 underserved schools and community-based programs. His work extended beyond traditional education settings to include families impacted by incarceration, individuals transitioning from sober living environments, and clients experiencing homelessness. Through this outreach, Ambima organized literacy workshops, facilitated parenting education, and helped deliver mental and behavioral health support services tailored to high-risk populations. His coordination across school sites, shelters, and community partners ensured that vulnerable families received access to tools that promoted both educational and emotional growth. With a strong background in science education, Ambima also taught general biology, anatomy and physiology labs, and supported online learners in biology, anatomy, and pathophysiology. He was responsible for designing inclusive, adaptive instruction for students with diverse learning needs and lived experiences, including those navigating reentry or recovery. His ability to blend academic instruction with trauma-informed support allowed him to connect meaningfully with learners from all walks of life, especially those in transition. Ambima’s work played a vital role in helping CNF clients restore stability, reconnect with their families, and pursue educational and personal development as part of their journey toward reintegration and long-term wellness.

Project Begin Date: January 2023

Project End Date: April 2025

2. Rodger Lee, LPC

Name: Rodger Lee, LPC

Phone: (520) 304-3655 Email: Rodger.acistt@gmail.com

Address: 3131 E.2nd St., Tucson, AZ 85716

Company Name: ACISTT, Private Practice

Project Description: Therapeutic Support for Families in Crisis

List key Materials or Services provided: Individual and Family Counseling tailored to justice-involved and trauma-impacted populations, CBT-Based Treatment Plans focused on behavior change and emotional regulation, Crisis

Intervention and Support for families experiencing acute stress or transition, Collaborative Case Planning with DOC officers and behavioral health coordinators, Progress Monitoring and Documentation aligned with supervision and reentry goals, Psychoeducation on healthy communication, parenting, and coping skills, Discharge Planning and

Aftercare Support to ensure continuity beyond program completion.

Summarize the scope and deliverables provided, including timeline and outcome: Within the last five years, Rodger has provided individual and family counseling services to support families experiencing stress, trauma, substance use, and justice system involvement. His work has included serving clients referred to by the Arizona

Department of Corrections (DOC), offering both in-person and telehealth sessions to ensure accessibility. Rodger developed therapeutic interventions tailored to each family's needs, focusing on improving communication, strengthening parenting practices, and supporting emotional well-being—especially for children impacted by incarceration. His counseling services played a critical role in helping families rebuild stability and strengthen relationships. By coordinating with DOC case managers and behavioral health teams, Rodger ensured that his treatment aligned with correctional supervision plans and reentry goals. His work not only improved day-to-day family functioning but also supported long-term success by helping clients reintegrate into their communities and reduce the risk of recidivism.

Project Begin Date: March 2021

Project End Date: March 2025

3. Roxanna Donan, PMHNP-BC

Name: Roxanna Donan, PMHNP-BC Phone: S’A Casey (520) 461-3455 Email: hottentotelite@gmail.com Address: 856 N Cheri Lynn Drive, Chandler, AZ 85225 Company Name: Family Nurse Practitioner, Private Project Description: Community Outreach and Family Wellness Program List key Materials or Services provided: Educational Workshops on parenting, wellness, and substance abuse prevention, Health Screenings, including basic medical checks and mental health assessments, Behavioral Health Referrals and coordination of care, Urine Analysis (UA) Testing for monitoring and compliance, Resource Distribution of hygiene kits, food, and clothing, Community Outreach through partnerships with local organizations, Bilingual and Mobile Services to improve accessibility for underserved families Project Description: Within the last five years, Roxanna Donan collaborated with Community Network & Fellowship, Inc. (CNF) to lead a community outreach initiative focused on promoting family wellness and stabilization. Through this partnership, she organized and facilitated educational workshops, coordinated health screenings, and supported the distribution of vital community resources to families facing a variety of challenges. Roxanna played a key role in strengthening service delivery by working alongside local organizations and behavioral health partners to ensure that families had access to culturally competent care, mental and behavioral health support, and urine analysis services when needed. Her efforts significantly increased program accessibility and impact, reinforcing CNF’s commitment to community-based prevention and early intervention strategies.

Project Begin Date: July 2023

Project End Date: July 2025