John Walker- Executive Director
I began my journey at the Nikiski Senior Center in 2023 as the Administrative Assistant and was appointed Executive Director in July 2025. Although I am still relatively new to Alaska, having moved here in 2010, I have embraced the state as my home. Growing up as a “Navy brat” and later serving in the Navy myself, I have a diverse background.
Social services is my third career, and I have finally discovered my passion. Prior to this, I worked as a maintenance mechanic before earning a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health from Missouri Southern State University. I spent four years as a health and safety inspector, specializing in food safety, and I later started my own food safety training and consulting business.
I genuinely enjoy working in nonprofits, particularly with seniors. The relationships I have built over the years are some of the most meaningful highlights of my life.
Libby Davis- Assistant Director
Originally from Minneapolis, I’ve lived and traveled all over the world, always eager for a new adventure. In 2018, I moved to Alaska to become a raft guide, and my soul instantly fell in love with this place. Although my curiosity and wandering spirit continue to lead me many places, one constant has remained: my passion for social services.
For more than 20 years, I’ve been dedicated to this field, with a special place in my heart for working with seniors. My creative side thrives in developing new passion projects that strengthen our communities and help people remain independent while enjoying the quality of life they not only choose but deserve.
Stepping into this position means I can keep contributing to a stronger, more connected community while staying true to my personal belief in doing good, uplifting others, and bringing positive energy into the world!
Jeff Dirks-Maintenance
I am the Maintenance/Janitor at the Nikiski Senior Center. I have been doing this job for about 7 years now and enjoy everyone I work with. Over the years, I have met a lot of interesting people and like to help the seniors that come to the center. I hope to continue meeting and helping more seniors for many years to come.
Jonathan Watson – Head Cook
Bridget Lander – Assistant Cook
Jim Hudson- Dishwasher
Nicole Wall- Front Desk
Pam Nelson – Transportation Coordinator
My family and I move to Alaska from Montana in 2000.We have 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 1 Great grandchild. I started coming to the Nikiski Senior Center in 2021 when it opened after Covid. I brought “The Ladies” from my Assisted Living Home along with my mom for lunch most Wednesdays for the wonderful fried chicken, craft classes, and friendly atmosphere. We all loved coming here. NSC was the highlight of our week. I cannot overstate the love that we all felt from the staff and the members. One day I said to my husband, “If I ever were to leave the profession of caregiving, I would love to work at the Nikiski Senior Center.” Well, low and behold, my wish came true, and I could not be happier!
I started working here in June of 2024. Currently I am the Transportation Coordinator, and when I’m not on the road I help with administration duties in the office.
Toni Loop- Activity Coordinator
I have lived in Nikiski since 1997. I love working with the seniors. I am a 4-H leader and Board of Director for Nikiski Community Council. I have three teenage boys and a wonderful husband.
Dani Kebschull- KPFCSP Program Manager
My name is Dani Kebschull and I’m the new Program Coordinator for the Kenai Peninsula Family Caregiver Support Program (KPFCSP), a State grant from the Senior and Disabilities Services. This grant is near and dear to my heart, having worked in the program for over 9 years at the Soldotna location. Now it’s back and better than ever before right here at the Nikiski Senior Center!
I’ve lived in Soldotna nearly all my life, gone to elementary school, the first “junior high, the only high school then, KCHS, and received an AAS in Human Services and a BA in Anthropology at the Kenai Peninsula College. My husband and I were married in 1977 (in Soldotna!) I have seen many changes to the Peninsula and in the grant program.