Our Board

  • Robert Dibley

    President

    Robert Dibley joined the Board of Hinchee in 1997 and is currently the Board President. He has been in Santa Barbara since 1996, is married to Laurie and has three children.

    Before coming to California, Robert spent 20 years serving with the British Army in various theatres before retiring as a Major. Since leaving the Army in 1989, Robert has worked as a financial advisor and Wealth Management Advisor with Northwestern Mutual.

  • Scott Bigler

    Coming Soon!

  • Colette Piacentini

    Treasurer

    Mother of Christine (1964-2003) who had severe disabilities and was one of the first residents of Milton House. Born and educated in France, long accounting and business management experience is various local non profit.

  • Ley Wertz

    Secretary

    Master’s Degree in Social Work, worked for the Dept. of Social Services, retired from Tri-Counties Regional Center where he worked with adults residing in licensed residential care facilities.

  • Patricia Chafin

    Board Member

  • Rob Barthelmess

    Board Member

    Rob is an attorney at the law firm Nye, Stirling, Hale, Miller & Sweet, LLP in Santa Barbara. Rob received his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2017 and his B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2012.

  • Maggie Warkentin

    Family Representative

    I am honored to serve on the board of Hinchee Homes, an esteemed organization established in 1981. As a devoted parent myself, I take pride in knowing that my own sons were among the first occupants of this exceptional community. In my capacity as a representative, I recognize the immense significance of finding a suitable and welcoming residence for loved ones. It is a responsibility that I take very seriously, and I am committed to ensuring that all residents of Hinchee Homes feel valued, comfortable, and secure.