Our Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our team consists of talented and experienced individuals who dedicate their time on giving back to the community. Our staff have a passion for helping people overcome life's disparities. Director Paul and his personable, professional staff are here to assist and make every experience comfortable and stress-free.
Paul Thao
Executive Director
Paul is the current Executive Director of Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. He has over 30 years of experience working with the Southeast Asian community and began working for MLFC in the early 1990s. Paul is a multilingual speaking Hmong, Lao, Thai, Mien and English.
Maly Thao
SEACAP Peer Support Coordinator/Office Manager
Maly is the Secretary and Women peer support group coordinator. She has over 25 years of experience working with the Southeast Asian community and began working with Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. in the early 2000s.
Dr. Ko Fang
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Ko is Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. Clinical Psychologist. He is a Sacramento native and provides consultation, rehabilitation, case management and individual and group therapy.
Jenny Vang
SEACAP Secretary
Jenny is the Southeast Asian Consumer Advocacy Program Secretary. She serves all clients that are related to mental health and schedules appointment. Jenny has many years of experience working with the Southeast Asian Community through her prior work experience.
Gao Chang
Outreach Worker
Gao is the Community Outreach Worker, who oversees the day-to-day general service, application, translation, interpretation clients. He is multilingual speaking Lao, Hmong, Mien and English.
Keng Chang
Bookkeeper
Keng has been with Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. for over 8 years. He is responsible for handling all data entry and financial data that pertains to Merced Lao Family.
Ye Thao
SEACAP Case Manager
. Ye is the SEACAP Case Manager who handles the case management clients that relate to mental health. He attained his Bachelor of Science from the University of Devry and is now pursuing his Master of Social Work.
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Rasueda Moua
PEI Cultural Broker
Rasueda is the coordinator for the prevention & early intervention program (PEI). She provides education and knowledge about mental health.
Chue Wang Xiong
Peer Support Coordinator
Chue Wang is the Men Peer Support group coordinator. He has over 20 years of experience working with the Southeast Asian community and has been a Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. staff since his time in the early 2000s.
Fong Chang
Peer Support Assistant
Fong is a longtime staff member at Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. having been with the organization for over 8 years. Prior to Fong's employment, he volunteered and has always had a strong work ethic and continues to set an example for others.
Jonathan Chang
Peer Support Assistant
Jonathan is a dedicated and dependable member of the Merced Lao Family Community, Inc. team. He consistently brings a strong work ethic, takes initiative when needed, and follows through on responsibilities.
Value Xiong
SEACAP Behavioral Health Clinician
Value is our Behavioral Health Clinician for SEACAP at Merced Lao Family. In his role, he provides behavioral health support to community members by helping connect individuals and families to care, resources, and services that promote overall wellness. Through SEACAP, Value supports the mental health and well-being of the Southeast Asian community while helping create a safe and supportive space for those seeking support.
Sheng Thao
SEACAP Assistant Case Manager
Sheng is our SEACAP Assistant Case Manager. Previously involved in our STH program, Sheng now assists community members by helping connect them to resources, providing support through the case management process, and ensuring individuals and families feel heard and guided.
Kai Moua
Community Safety Aid
Kai is our Community Safety Aid. He has been part of the organization for over a decade. Throughout his time with Merced Lao Family, he has been involved in many of our past programs, supporting community members, building trust, and helping connect individuals and families to important resources. His long-standing commitment reflects his dedication to serving and uplifting the community.
Joey Chang
Community Safety Aid Assistant
Joey is currently a college student attending UC Merced, where he is majoring in Public Health. Joey was previously involved in our Elevated Youth California (EYC) program and later transitioned into the Stop the Hate program after EYC ended. Through his role, he continues to support community safety efforts, youth engagement, and outreach that helps uplift and protect the community.
Kong Pheng Thao
IPC Case Manager
Kong Pheng is the Integrated Primary Care Case Manager. He supports patients in a primary care setting by screening for mental health needs, providing brief support and coping strategies, and helping clients navigate challenges that impact their wellbeing. Kong Pheng is a UC Merced alumni graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and now pursuing his Master of Social Work.
kongpheng.thao@laofamilymerced.org
peic@laofamilymerced.org
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