Action for Older Persons

Jessie Stone He

Executive Director

Jessie joined AOP in 2021 with more than 15 years of experience working in nonprofit and higher education. Originally from Niskayuna, NY, Jessie received a Bachelor of Science from Binghamton University and Masters of Public Administration from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University. In addition to her professional experience working in the nonprofit sector, Jessie has served on the boards of Tioga County Rural Ministries the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Finger Lakes Chapter, the YWCA of Binghamton, and the Endicott Rotary Club. Jessie is passionate about AOP’s programs and the impact they make every day on our region’s older adults and individuals living with long-term disabilities.

Rebecca Gaines

Abuse Services Supervisor/E-MDT Coordinator

Rebecca (Becky) Bradley has been with Action for Older Persons since October 2011 as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Coordinator and has led the program through its expansion with the program now serving Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Tioga Counties. Becky has spent her entire career focusing on the needs of our aging population and became AOP’s E-MDT Coordinator in January 2019. While working to diligently serve victims of elder abuse, Becky still finds time to stay involved in local community events and organizations. In her spare time, she can be found drinking coffee (all of it), schooling everyone on Game of Thrones & Star Wars lore, building mechanical keyboards and cheering on her beloved US Women’s National Soccer Team.

Andrea Brennan

LTCOP- Coordinator

Andrea has more than 25 years of experience caring for seniors in our community. Andrea is an advocate for the elderly population. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading and spending tie with family and friends.

Suzy Conmy

Senior Program Specialist

Suzy joined AOP in December of 2019 after working in Mental Health and Children’s Services. She enjoys working at the front desk where every day brings new people and new experiences. Suzy enjoys reading, walking, hiking and exploring new places with her family and friends.

Beverly Docteur

Accountant

Beverly Docteur joined AOP in 2022 on a part-time basis bringing more than 35 years of financial experience. Bev graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with honors. She has worked in both the for-profit and non-profit areas. Bev is currently on the Board of several non-profit organizations. She is married and has grown identical twin daughters and 6 grandchildren. She enjoys going to the Thousand Islands where she enjoys water skiing, traveling, crafting, and reading.

Donna Gavula

LTCOP- Coordinator

Donna came on board to AOP in November of 2023 after volunteering for several months. Her long career in nursing, which she loved, led her to Lourdes, United Methodist Homes, and to Office for Aging where she retired. She loves grandchildren, gardening, and people. Most of all she wants to make a difference.

LeAnn Keim

HIICAP Coordinator

LeAnn joined AOP in 2023 as the new Health Insurance Information and Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) Coordinator. She grew up in western NY and moved to this area for employment with IBM. She has since worked at Cornell University, United Health Services, and most recently at Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways. She holds a BS degree in Chemistry and MA in Social Science from Binghamton University, and a Masters in Social Work from Marywood University. Her diverse background will be an asset in learning the intricacies of Medicare and presenting it to others in an easy-to-understand format.

Outside of the office, LeAnn enjoys active pursuits such as golf, pickleball and volleyball as well as reading, gardening, and spending time with friends and family. She lives in Endwell with her husband Kim and is the proud mom of Olivia and Nina.

Dani LaBare

Senior Long Term Care Ombudsman Coordinator

Dani joined AOP last Spring as one of our Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Coordinators, where she focuses on advocating for nursing home residents. Dani has more than 25 years’ experience caring for seniors in our community. Prior to joining AOP, Dani’s career progressed from a Certified Nursing Assistant to Staffing Coordinator.

Dani strives to bring compassion and understanding to every situation. When Dani isn’t working, she spends time with family, reading, woodworking or playing chess —unless the NY Jets are playing, then she’s cheering them on!

Diane LeFever

Long Term Care Ombudsman Coordinator

Prior to joining AOP, Diane worked as a nurse for 40+ years working in long term care and community health. Most recently she worked for 15 years at Broome County CASA and then taught fall prevention classes. She has a Masters in Gerontological Nursing from Binghamton University and is passionate about working with and advocating for seniors in the community. In her spare time, she can be found walking her hound, gardening, reading a good book and, most important, spending time with her two grandchildren.

Teresa McCartney

Program Specialist

Teresa joined AOP after working for over 40 years in the various customer service roles. Teresa enjoys gardening, walking and anything that will get her outside to enjoy the nicer weather.

Seth Allen-Nagle

ICAN/FE ABD Program Coordinator

Seth comes to Action for Older Persons with a passion for advocacy and equality. A native of the Southern Tier and a graduate of SUNY Broome’s Human Services curriculum, Seth has served roles in both direct and indirect care settings. With previous experience as a Health Homes Care Manager with the Southern Tier Aids Program and a Mental Health Therapy Aide for Greater Binghamton Health Center over the years, Seth understands the complexity of needs within our community. When not at work, Seth enjoys running, obstacle course racing, and spending time with his family.

Kasey O’Connor

Augmented Multidisciplinary Team (A-MDT) Coordinator

Kasey joined AOP in 2023 as the Coordinator for our new A-MDT Program with 9 years of experience working in the non-profit world. Kasey started this work in the Traumatic Brain Injury and Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Programs and has worked supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Most recently, Kasey worked for the Office of Aging in Tioga County in the HIICAP and NY Connects Programs. In addition to her position here at AOP, Kasey provides Respite Services for an agency under the OPWDD umbrella. Originally from Southern California, Kasey lives in Endwell with her teenage daughter (Penny) and two cats (Little Guy and Boops).

Ariel Runyon

ICAN/FE-ADB Program Coordinator

Ariel brings to AOP firsthand experience in working with individuals across the lifespan- from early childhood in daycare settings to older adults in nursing home as a nursing assistant. She has a background in advocacy and navigating New York’s health insurance complex systems. Outside of work Ariel enjoys painting and all things, science fiction. She loves spending quality time with her two kids adventuring and crafting. Ariel holds a deep passion for health care equity and continues to center that commitment in all aspects of their advocacy

Mary Serbonich

Program Specialist

Mary joined AOP in March 2025 working at the Front Desk after retiring from a 43 year career in the financial services industry. She enjoys helping people and learning new skills She likes spending time with family & friends, traveling, going for long walks and relaxing at the lake.

Jane Talbot

HIICAP Insurance Specialist

Jane started working at AOP as the HIICAP Coordinator in December 2015. She began her career as a programmer for IBM, working there for 12 years. Then, after staying home with her children for a few years, she worked for 10 years as the Director of Faith Formation at Church of the Holy Family in Endwell. She is excited to be leading the HIICAP program which provides such valuable assistance to local residents.