Alicia Donegan Lomas, Msw
About Alicia Donegan Lomas, Msw
Alicia Donegan Lomas is a Research Analyst at Mathematica in Chicago, Illinois, with a background in healthcare and mental health services. She has held various roles in organizations such as Homethrive, AgeOptions, and WINGS Program, and holds a Master of Social Work from Aurora University.
Current Role at Mathematica
Alicia Donegan Lomas serves as a Research Analyst at Mathematica, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she focuses on conducting research and analysis to support various projects within the organization. Her role involves utilizing her expertise in healthcare and social work to inform policy and program development.
Previous Experience at Homethrive, Inc.
Before joining Mathematica, Alicia worked at Homethrive, Inc. as the Manager of Medicare Services and Care Guide. She held this position for seven months in 2020 to 2021. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing Medicare services and providing guidance to clients navigating healthcare options.
Background in Mental Health Counseling
Alicia has a background in mental health counseling, having interned as a Mental Health Counselor at WINGS Program, Inc. in 2020 for five months. This experience contributed to her understanding of mental health issues and the importance of support services in community settings.
Educational Qualifications
Alicia earned her Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education from Illinois State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She later obtained her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Aurora University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in healthcare and social services.
Experience in Healthcare Services
Alicia has extensive experience in healthcare services, having worked at AgeOptions in various roles. She served as the Manager of Healthcare Education & Counseling from 2017 to 2020, and as a Health Care Choices Specialist from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, she was an IPHA AmeriCorps Member at AgeOptions from 2011 to 2012, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems.