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Ounce Insights
Introducing Ounce
Investing in Healthier Neighborhoods
Building Trust with Medicaid Members through Personalized Care
Improving Engagement: Meet Members Where They Live
Providing Preventive Care and Regular Health Screenings in Affordable Housing Communities
Dylan Owens
Dylan serves as the D.C. Market Lead for Ounce, bringing years of experience coordinating care for district residents. With her passion for health equity, she strives to improve access, prevent hospitalizations, and build community engagement by connecting residents to high-quality programs and services. Prior to Ounce, Dylan was a Care Coordinator at McFarland & Associates. She was also a Community Health Worker with the African American Health Program, where she continues to participate in weekend events to conduct health screenings and provide education about chronic disease management and prevention.
Dylan holds a Master's in Public Health from George Washington University, along with a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University. Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, playing tennis, traveling, and trying new things.
Jona Roka
Jona is a Community Health Lead for Ounce, helping D.C residents navigate the healthcare system by creating individualized care management plans to address medical, functional, and psychosocial needs and connecting them to community services. At Ounce, she helps build partnerships with local community organizations and coordinates on-site events for residents. She is passionate about minimizing health disparities by finding creative solutions for preventative care.
Jona holds a Master's in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management and a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University. In her free time, she enjoys running, playing tennis, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.
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1301 K St. NW, Suite 300W
Washington DC 20005