About Us
About the Agency
The Hispanic Coalition of Greater Waterbury, Inc.
Has been in existence since 1988. The Coalition has over three decades of social services experience in the greater Waterbury area and is a principal leader for bilingual services, advocacy, collaboration, education, and policy development in the Latino community.
The Hispanic Coalition Developmental Support Services are designed to address the mental health needs of Latino children in the greater Waterbury area as well as an advocate for the provision of bicultural/bilingual mental health services.
Through its mission-focused programs and the dedication of the Board and staff, the Coalition has expanded its scope and services. The Coalition currently provides a number of services to the Greater Waterbury community.
The services include and not limited to: Case Management, Immigration proceedings, youth development, adult day center, cultural enrichment programs, advocacy, referral services and, translation of vital documents, social and educational services for families and family support for our diverse community at large.
Mission Statement
The Hispanic Coalition of Greater Waterbury, Inc. shall provide needed services as identified by our community. Services shall be provided through advocacy, collaboration, and education.
Our Goal
Our goal is to foster the creation of successful individuals by enhancing the quality of life of our Hispanic Families and the diverse population in the City of Waterbury, CT.
Our Team
Board of Directors
Maritza Acosta
Dept of Children & Families -President-
Atty David N. Feliu
Feliu Law Firms -Vice-President-
Anthony Miranda
Waterbury Hospital -Treasurer-
Iris Gonzalez
Ametek Precision -Secretary-
Victor Lopez
Hispanic Coalition -Executive Director-
Yarixa Lopez
Waterbury Hospital
Anthony Gay
Dept of Children & Families
Giselle L. Medina
Seth Duke
O&G Industries
Adela Jorge-Nelson
New Haven Dept. of Education
David M. Perry
US Bank
Elizabeth Rodriguez
Rodriguez Bail Bonds
Our Team
Administration
Victor Lopez Jr.
Executive Director
Jeneffer Pagan
Director of Human Resources
Natalie Rosado-Torres
Director of Operations
Tomas Olivo
Riba Aspira Career Academy Initiative Director
Mirilyn Oliveras
La Casa Bienvenida Adult Day Center Director
Johanna Colon
Case Manager
Shelley Wang
Accounting Manager
Arianny Martinez
Riba Aspira Career Academy Administrative Assistant
Larissa Anderson
Director of Communications
Destiny Otero
VIDAS Program Director
Elizabeth Gomez
VIDAS Program Coordinator
Edwin Cruz
VIDAS Program Provider Administrator