Dorothy Summerville

Dorothy Vah brings over 15 years of experience in the human services field. Specializing in supporting individuals with mental illness and physical disabilities, Dorothy’s passion for helping others stems from her deep commitment to improving lives and promoting independence. Her journey at Olu’s Home Inc. began in 2014, where she has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to improving the lives of those in her care. Over the years with Olu’s, Dorothy served as House Supervisor in 2014 and later as Assistant Program Director and Program Coordinator.
Passionate about helping individuals lead fulfilled lives, Dorothy combines her clinical knowledge with strong advocacy for person-centered care practices. Her multifaceted background and ongoing education reflect her dedication to advancing healthcare services and ensuring the well-being of vulnerable populations.
Dorothy holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Cuttington University in Liberia (2007) and recently earned a bachelor’s degree in human services from Metropolitan State University (2021). She is pursuing a master’s degree in healthcare administration at St. Mary’s University, enhancing her leadership in healthcare management.
Outside of her professional career, Dorothy founded Hope for Destiny Children Center (HDCC), a non-profit organization based in Liberia, in 2021. Through HDCC, she passionately serves her community by feeding underprivileged children twice a week, embodying her commitment to positively impacting beyond borders. Dorothy’s dedication to this cause is to ensure that children do not go hungry, have access to basic school supplies, and can sit in the classroom and prepare themselves for a better future.
Dorothy cherishes spending leisure time with her three children outside of work and her philanthropic efforts.