STEF ZANDELL, BENEFITS advocate
about STEF (pronouns: NO PRONOUNS, JUST STEF)
Stef joined Reclaim in April 2025 as our Benefits Advocate. This position is trained in the SOAR model for assisting houseless individuals who need to sign up for SSI/SSDI. Stef’s journey in social services began in a teen shelter and teen maternity home followed by low-income housing where Stef had roles as case manager and eventually a Stability Resident Services Manager.
Stef’s passion is with all humans in a whole-person centered approach. Stef has a Bachelor of Psychology and in 2019 finished a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum.
Stef has an 18-year-old son going off to college this Fall and lives in Snoqualmie with Stef’s partner and enjoys the familiar small-town experience. Stef and partner spend time in the local restaurants, on nearby hikes, and visiting family and friends in and out of the area.
We believe in creating spaces where everyone - regardless of their background, identity, or experience - feels safe, valued and supported. We acknowledge that our fight for equality and human rights is ongoing, and we know that together we can challenge systems of oppression and build a better world for all.
We are stronger together. Through our differences, we find our shared humanity.