About The VISTAs

Jefferson County Health Department has enlisted the aid of two AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers to assist with this project. AmeriCorps is an agency who's goal is to create sustainable solutions to prevent poverty.

Sam Mooneyhan
My background is in the service industry and education.  I graduated from UNC at Charlotte with a bachelors in biology.  I have always wanted to travel out west and I am happy to call Montana home.  I enjoy anything related to science, especially health.  In my free time I like to work outside, play guitar, and read.  I look forward to meeting as many people as possible.  I appreciate all of the kindness that has been shown to me in the little time I have been here.  I can only hope to repay it by serving this community with my all.

Elyse Rioux
I'm originally from Falmouth Maine. I graduated from The University of Mary Washington  with a bachelors in Biology. I have served as an EMT for both my hometown and college towns for 4 years. I am passionate about people's health and though I have plenty of clinical experience, I'm excited about the opportunity to gain prevention experience. I believe that this is a key component of health that is often overlooked, and is something I want to incorporate into my future practice as a physician's assistant. I have been awe struck by the beauty of Montana, and the warm greetings I have recieved from it's citizens. I'm looking forward to working with the people of Jefferson County to help it grow into a healthier environment for everyone.