The Only Mental Health Peer-Run Organization

in Santa Cruz, CA

Lisa Allyn has been a friend of MHCAN since she was a volunteer with Compeer (mentor program) and then Executive Director of that program over 20 years ago.  She has been in the public safety industry for over 30 years – 15 years with the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office retiring as the Crime Analyst and moving on the public safety software market where she is currently employed.  Lisa also worked at Second Harvest Food Bank as the Food Drive and Events Manager and Development Director.    Lisa brings a life long passion of advocating for the underserved and making our community healthy and strong for everyone.

      ​​​MHCAN of Santa Cruz

Mental Health Client Action Network

1051 Cayuga 831-469-0462


Lisa Allyn