History
HRDI was founded by Dr. C. Vincent Bakeman and Doris M. Lomax, partially in response to a lack of adequate and culturally appropriate treatment options on the south side of Chicago.
Recognizing the importance of treating the whole person, and the need to integrate behavioral and primary health care, to better serve communities’ health needs, Human Resources Development Institute, Inc. merged with Friend Family Health Center in December 2017, as a subsidiary. In May 2019 the merged entity rebranded as Friend Health, and HRDI, a subsidiary of Friend Health respectively.
Leadership Team:
Eugene Humphrey
Executive Director
Eugene Humphrey joined HRDI as the Interim Administrator in December of 2020 and has served as Executive Director of HRDI since August of 2021. Mr. Humphrey previously served as Founding Executive Director of Centers for Residential Alternatives. Prior to joining CRA Eugene served as Director of Physician Services, International and Executive Health programs at the University of Chicago Medicine. Eugene received a Master of Business Administration in Management and Operations, from Purdue University, a Master of Arts in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Eastern Illinois University.
Deborah Parnell
Vice President, Clinical Strategies
Deborah Parnell currently serves as Vice President, Clinical Strategies. Deborah’s tenure with HRDI extends back to 2010, she has served in capacities that range from V.P. of Clinical Operation to Nursing Supervisor. Ms. Parnell previously served as the Clinical Leader at Reliable Health Care. Prior to joining Reliable Health Care Deborah was the RN First Assistant of Cardiac Surgery at St. Francis Hospital. Deborah received a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of St. Francis, and a nursing diploma from the legendary Michael Reese School of Nursing. Deborah is a licensed Registered Nurse and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Antoine Marion
Director, Division Substance Use, Prevention & Recovery
Antoine Marion currently serves as Director, Division Substance Use, Prevention & Recovery programs and services. Antoine’s tenure with HRDI extends back to 2006, he has served in capacities that range from Counselor to Program Manager. Prior to joining HRDI, Mr. Marion served as Clinical Technician at Haymarket Center. Antoine received a Bachelor of Arts from Roosevelt University and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
LaToya Tanniehill
Director, Division Mental Health and Wellbeing
Latoya Tanniehill currently serves as Director, Division Mental Health and Wellbeing. Latoya’s tenure with HRDI extends back to 2014, she has served in capacities that range from Clinical Therapist to Program Supervisor. Prior to joining HRDI, Ms. Tanniehill served as Mental Health Therapist at the Sadie Waterford Center. Latoya received a Bachelor of Social Work from Governors State University, Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois’ Jane Addams College of Social Work and is a License Clinical Social Worker.
Terri Gandy
Director, Division of Prevention & Support Services
Terri’s tenure with HRDI extends back to 2003, she has served in the capacity of Divisional Director encompassing multiple programs and services. Prior to rejoining HRDI, Ms. Gandy served as Senior Director at Christian Community Health Centers. Terri received a Master Degree in Human Service from Chicago State University and a Master Degree from the Erickson Institute with a concentration in Infant Mental Health.
Stacey Seals
Director, Division Crisis and Community Intervention Services
Stacey started with HRDI in 2024, prior to joining HRDI, Ms. Seals served as the Chief Clinical Officer and Director of Addiction/DUI Programs at Bobby E. Wright. Stacey received both a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science from National Louis University. Ms. Seals is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
