Kalven (they/them) supports Lavender Spectrum Health as our Practice Manager. In their personal and professional life, Kalven is committed to assisting trans, queer, and neurodiverse communities in navigating and overcoming the unique challenges they face.
A roller derby skater, proud fur parent, and Vancouver local, Kalven is thrilled to join us as we strive to provide LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals with the accessible, reliable, and affirming healthcare they need.
Quincy
Quincy (they/them) supports Lavender Spectrum Health as an Administrative Assistant. With a background in crisis work and community building, Quincy is passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent community, with care and empathy at the forefront of every patient interaction. When not working, Quincy enjoys spending time with their family, baking vegan treats, and reading a good book.
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Lavender
Lavender (she/they) supports Lavender Spectrum Health as an Administrative Assistant. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, she views her role not just as a job, but as a deeply personal mission to support, uplift, and serve every individual who walks through our doors.
Their background is built on a strong foundation of customer service across all walks of life, from energetic children to respected seniors. A true community organizer at heart, Lavender has helped organize local initiatives ranging from park cleanups to community events, alongside spending years cultivating a deep knowledge of farming, gardening, and planting.
When she isn't keeping our office running smoothly, she can be found spending quality time with family, expressing creativity through painting and pottery, or relaxing with a good movie alongside her long-term partner, Emmett.
Kate, PhD
Kate, PhD, (they/them) is an interdisciplinary translational scientist who studies translational genomics and cancer care delivery by day. As a consultant for Lavender Spectrum Health (and coincidentally, Natalie's spouse), they lend their healthcare informatics, website development, and accessibility expertise to Lavender Spectrum Health (LSH) when need arises. Their passion is improving healthcare for populations that have been marginalized -- both in their scientific career and at LSH. They are queer, trans, and disabled, and are an avid disability activist, whose expertise in disability accessibility in the sciences has been nationally recognized. They live with Natalie, their four rambunctious felines, and their plethora of art and craft supplies in the Hazel Dell area. For more information on their scientific pursuits, visit their website.