People’s preferences, perspectives, and priorities are respected throughout the work of N4. From the board of directors to N4 team members, the organizational culture is one that supports the belief that everyone has talents to share with their community.
Our Values.
Assets
Everyone has talents and strengths. All members are assets. Every human being has something of value to contribute.
Equality
At the heart of every exchange of time is equality. All people are valued equally at N4. One hour of service equals one time credit regardless of the service.
Respect
Everyone matters. N4 members must respect where people are in the moment, not where they hope people will be at some future point.
Redefining Work
Work is beyond price. Work must be redefined to include all of the activities it takes to sustain families, neighborhoods, and communities, to sustain democracy, and advance social justice. This kind of work needs to be honored and rewarded.
Reciprocity
Helping works better as a two-way street. The question “How can I help you?” needs to be changed to, “How can we help each other build the world we both want to live in?” At N4, members are encouraged to both give and receive.
Our Staff
AMY DEWITT-SMITH, MPA
Executive Director
Amy is the founder and executive director of the Neighbor Network of Northern Nevada. She grew up in Gardnerville before moving to Reno to attend the University of Nevada, where she received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. During her undergraduate career, she studied applied behavior analysis and worked with children with autism and elders with dementia. Amy earned a master’s degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from the University of Colorado, Denver. She enjoys teaching as well as learning, designing effective program evaluation strategies, and collaborating with local community organizations.
Amy holds a position on the Nevada Lifespan Respite Care Coalition advisory board and enthusiastically participates in many other state and local initiatives. She has more than 20 years of experience working in state aging and disability services and Medicaid Waiver programs.
When Amy is not serving her community, she enjoys spending time with her husband, seven children, and many fur babies, too. Amy and her family love hiking on local trails, camping, and getting away to the beach!
JANET GLAITTLI
Accounting Manager
Growing up on a farm in Pocatello, Idaho, Janet learned a very strong work ethic at a young age and the value of community and helping others. She has extensive experience in program, finance, and human resources management.
Janet started her career as a federal government employee, where she continued through various positions for 10 years. During her tenure at the SLC VA Medical Center, she created and implemented a nursing home inspection team to ensure proper healthcare was provided to our aging population of veterans. Later, she served for 12 years as the Airport Security Compliance Manager at Salt Lake City International Airport where she honed her business and management experience.
Janet was consistently recognized for her leadership skills and for going above and beyond the call of duty. She was an active participant on many committees and councils in the pursuit of passenger safety after 9-11. In 2012, Janet returned to the U.S. from a 3-year sabbatical in Ireland and chose Sparks, NV, as her home. Since moving back, she worked as an Executive Assistant for the Nevada State Medical Association, where she developed a strong understanding of the needs of the aging population in Nevada.
She continued her education as a program compliance manager in telecommunications, before starting her non-profit career with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) as the Program and Finance Manager for the NV state chapter for three years. In 2021, Janet was hired as the Executive Director for NAMI Northern Nevada, where she continued to develop her passion for helping others. In December 2023, she joined the Neighbor Network of Northern Nevada team as Accounting Manager where she manages all accounting functions in the pursuit of assisting community members in need.
When Janet is not working, she enjoys being outdoors or with family and friends celebrating life through music and fun!
CHEYENNE McGROGAN
Transportation Program Coordinator
Cheyenne is a native Nevadan, born and raised in Sparks, Nevada. She has deep roots in her community, as she attended the same primary and secondary schools older generations of her family did. She also continues to live in and foster the area she was raised in.
In the early stages of her career, Cheyenne familiarized herself with different facets of the Reno/Sparks area through service-based jobs in the casino industry. She graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2020 with bachelor’s degrees in sociology and political science. After graduation, she began working for a mental health clinic, where she worked hand-in-hand with the community’s underserved to provide resources and community to improve their well-being.
Her combined experiences in education and the workforce have provided her with insight and a great appreciation of the lifestyles and experiences of others. Cheyenne wishes to leave the world better than she found it through whatever journey life takes her.
In her spare time, Cheyenne enjoys learning new languages, cultures, ways of living, and spending time with her loved ones. She aims to travel the world and explore all of the beauty it has to offer. She hopes her passion for knowledge and exploration inspires her young nephew, niece and many others to achieve all of their aspirations.
BRIANNA MORFETT, QIDP
Program Manager
Brianna has spent her life immersed in the unique blend of cool mountain air and high desert landscapes of the Reno/Tahoe area. A graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies in 2019. During her time at university, Brianna worked as a Registered Behavior Technician — a role that sparked a deep passion for supporting individuals in the disabilities community.
In 2018, while completing her senior year, Brianna began working as a part-time Transportation Project Coordinator with N4. This position expanded her understanding of the aging community and the barriers faced daily by people with disabilities and older adults.
Over the years, Brianna held various roles within N4, including Program Coordinator and Operations Manager, gaining broad experience and insight into nonprofit operations. In 2023, she stepped away from N4 to explore new opportunities, taking on roles such as ERSEA Supervisor for Head Start/Early Head Start programs and Day Program Instructor for the Tahoe Ability Program. These experiences deepened her commitment to community-based support services.
Brianna returned to N4 in 2025 with a renewed passion for the organization’s mission and a broader perspective on how to serve her community.
Outside of work, Brianna enjoys life as a dedicated dog mom to two pups, and she spends her free time building Legos, baking for friends and family, and diving into books or podcasts.
KAYLA OSTLER, M.Ed., QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Kayla was raised in Montana where she learned and enjoyed the ranching life. She spent summers with her grandparents and loved helping them in their golden years. She’s excited to be part of the N4 team and help serve people in northern Nevada.
She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in health science with an emphasis on Public Health. Later, she continued learning and received a master’s degree in education. She loves learning, especially about health and wellness.
She has worked as a Sales Coordinator for a company focused on health prevention, as well as the Lander County School District as a Special Ed teacher and 6th grade general ed teacher.
She stays physically active by running, yoga, and doing Beachbody workouts. Her favorite exercise quote is “You can do anything for one minute!” She also enjoys reading, hiking, biking, being in nature, time with family and travel trips. She has five children and has been married for 27 years. She and her husband have been operating a family alfalfa hay farm in Nevada for the last eight years.
BRENDAN KHAMPHAY, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Brendan brings several years of experience in case management and behavioral health, supporting people in both hospital and community settings, including nonprofit programs serving people involved in the justice system. He’s passionate about helping others reach their goals and focuses on providing support that fits each person’s unique needs.
He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University, Sacramento in 2023 and is a certified Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP). Brendan’s early work as a paraeducator and mental health technician sparked his interest in direct support and shaped his hands-on, compassionate approach to care.
Based in Reno and originally from Sacramento, Brendan enjoys hiking, volleyball and collecting Pokémon cards when he’s not working with the community.
LETA SHIRLEY, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Leta grew up in a small beach town in Southern California, but she’s a mountain girl at heart. She feels deeply connected to the Truckee River and the Reno community she now calls home. Excited to be part of N4, Leta is honored to contribute to its mission that uplifts an inclusive community.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology and is currently pursuing her master’s in applied behavior analysis to continue expanding her expertise and impact. Leta has four years of experience providing direct support care, one year of applied behavioral therapy, and nearly five years in case management. She has supported both children and adults with autism in the areas of daily living skills, communication, building routines, and community engagement. She enjoys learning what matters most to each person and helping in ways that feel supportive and empowering.
Outside of work, Leta values spending time with family, walking by the river, practicing yoga, preparing keto-inspired meals, and relaxing with her cat Scar. Leta is grateful for the path that brought her here and excited for the growth to come.
KAT WILSON, MFCT, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Raised in rural North Dakota, Kat has a huge love for the rural areas of Nevada. She moved to Nevada after spending many years as a touring musician, wanting to finally have a place to plant her own flowers.
She has a bachelor’s degree in Human Services Management and a master’s degree in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy, both of
which help her in every aspect of her life and career.
Kat is a mom and an aunt and values her family above all else. She also is deeply connected to the Reno and Austin, Nevada, communities, surrounding herself with extremely positive people.
Kat has participated in many local nonprofits: working for The Children’s Cabinet, The Headstart State Collaboration Office, Join Together Northern Nevada (JTNN), Respite and Volunteer Experience (RAVE), where she was a board member, and The Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living (NNCIL), where she was a board member and chairman of the board.
At N4, Kat is a program coordinator and QIDP who focuses mostly on the rural areas of Nevada, working with people with IDD and DDD to enhance their day-to-day experiences and help them make and meet their own life goals.
ERIKA SMITH, MS Ed, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Erika Smith grew up in Los Angeles and has dedicated her career to education. She holds a master’s degree in educational administration and a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Irvine.
She spent more than 20 years as a middle school math teacher before moving into district-level work as a Coordinator for English Learners and Title I programs.
Erika relocated to Reno in 2025 and enjoys spending time with her family, including her two kids. Outside of work, she can often be found at the gym, out on the trails hiking, or taking care of her three dogs.
SHANNON HILL, LMSW, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Shannon Hill grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and has proudly called Northern Nevada home for close to 30 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare and a Master’s degree in Social Work, which have shaped her lifelong commitment to supporting people, children, youth, and families through meaningful, community-based services.
Throughout her career, Shannon has been passionate about helping ensure access to high-quality support and resources. She has worked across the nonprofit, private, and public sectors to expand access to services that promote well-being for diverse populations.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, exploring Reno’s hiking trails, and going on adventures with her dogs.
JENNIFER MONTOYA, QIDP
Community Care Program Coordinator
Jennifer Montoya relocated to Northern Nevada from Phoenix, Arizona in February and is excited to now call Reno home. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and brings more than 15 years of experience in trauma-informed care, case management, advocacy, and community-based services supporting children, youth, and families.
Throughout her career, Jennifer has been passionate about connecting individuals and families with supportive resources while promoting healing, resilience, and overall well-being. Her experience spans direct client support, coordination of care, outreach, and advocacy services within the human services field.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and exploring all that Reno has to offer, especially nature, hiking, and the outdoors.
Our Board of Directors
JOHN KUCERA, MPH
President
John Kucera was born in California but grew up and graduated high school in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He spent a year as a political science major at Boise State University, then transferred to the University of Nevada, Reno, to complete his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in economics.
Early in his professional career, John found a home in public service and was exposed to programs supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities while working for the regional centers in Northern Nevada for the state Aging and Disability Services Division. John has also held positions within the state Division of Health Care Financing and Policy as well as the Washoe County Human Services Agency. During this time, he returned to the University of Nevada, Reno, and completed a Master of Public Health program with an emphasis in epidemiology. John currently serves as a Principal Program Analyst within the Fiscal Analysis Division of the Nevada Legislative Counsel Bureau.
In his spare time John enjoys traveling, spending time with his friends and family, as well as collecting (and enjoying) interesting bourbon and whiskey.
JOEL NELSON, MBA
Vice President
Joel has spent most of his professional career in higher education where he has served as an Instructor, Director of Student Services, Dean, and is currently Vice President of Academic Operations for Charter College. What he loves best about education is seeing the growth in the students and helping them to achieve their goals.
In his free time Joel still prefers to be outdoors and can be found all around Northern Nevada fishing, kayaking, camping, off roading or hiking with his family and two dogs.
MATTHEW VAN NESS, CPA
Treasurer
Matthew was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska in a family of five boys. He attended the University of Nevada in Reno, Nevada and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting.
Early in his professional career, Matthew worked in public accounting where he earned his CPA license. For the last 11 years, he has worked in the tax department at IGT and is currently a Senior Tax Manager overseeing domestic compliance.
Matthew enjoys spending time with his friends and family, as well as playing sports, including hockey and golf.
NICOLE ANDERSON, LSW
Secretary
Nicole Anderson was born in Texas and has lived in Southern California, Idaho, Colorado and Las Vegas, where she graduated high school. She moved to Reno to attend the University of Nevada and has two bachelor’s degrees in psychology and social work. She spent time working with individuals with intellectual disabilities with Sierra Regional Center and now works as a social worker with the Crossroads program with Washoe County Human Services Agency.
In her free time, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. They all enjoy being outside, hiking, skiing, running, and hunting. Nicole loves football and follows the Denver Broncos and Nevada Wolf Pack!