Founder & Executive Director

Katie Clifton, L.Ac.

Born and raised in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, Katie Clifton is a mountain mama who has a deep love of Appalachia. After owning and operating Queenpin Acupuncture for a decade, Katie transitioned to nonprofit work, founding The Wellness Wagon—a mobile clinic providing free and reduced-cost acupuncture to medically underserved communities in southwest Virginia.

Dedicated to making acupuncture more accessible, Katie has served on the Acupuncture Society of Virginia for two years and represents the organization in the American Society of Acupuncturists. She is passionate about making acupuncture accessible to every body.

President

Rachel Hopkins

Rachel has served as CEO of CHIP of the Roanoke Valley since January 2023, bringing more than a decade of experience at the intersection of strategy, leadership, creativity, and social change. At the heart of her work is a deep commitment to community-based healthcare—meeting families where they are, honoring their lived experiences, and fostering systems rooted in trust, equity, and connection.

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Rachel believes that dignity is not just a value but a powerful mechanism for transformation. Her leadership is grounded in radical love and acceptance—the idea that when people are truly seen and valued, both healing and systemic change become possible. She is passionate about building inclusive, engaged workplaces that empower individuals and uplift communities.

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Since relocating to Roanoke in 2012, Rachel has held several leadership roles including Executive Director of the Science Museum of Western Virginia, Vice President of Development for Center in the Square, and she led the creation of the beloved Roanoke Pinball Museum. Her global perspective—shaped by over a decade living in Leipzig, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands—continues to inform her belief in the power of community to create lasting change.

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Outside of work, Rachel finds joy in spending time with her three children—Bella, Marla, and Isha—gardening, collecting and creating art, and traveling to countries that challenge her comfort zone and expand her worldview.

Vice President

Donna Davis

With more than 25 years of dedicated service in the non-profit sector, Donna boasts a wealth of experience and expertise in community outreach and engagement. Currently holding a pivotal role at Goodwill, she orchestrates impactful initiatives that bring people together. Her passion for event planning shines through as she effortlessly navigates the complexities of organizing gatherings that leave lasting impressions.

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Born and raised in Roanoke, Donna ventured to Washington, D.C., for a significant chapter of her life before returning to The Valley in 2012. With deep roots in Roanoke, where cherished memories and connections abound, she graduated from Patrick Henry High School  in 1976, solidifying her bond with the community.

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Donna admits her unfamiliarity with acupuncture, but eagerly anticipates a journey of discovery in holistic health. Having grasped the mission and goals of the Wellness Wagon, she recognizes the profound impact its services can have, especially in underserved communities. Armed with her acquired skills and extensive community connections, she eagerly anticipates championing the cause and promoting the Wellness Wagon's invaluable offerings.

Secretary

Tracy Rothschild Lynch

Tracy Rothschild Lynch holds an MA from VCU and an MFA from Queens University of Charlotte and is a nonfiction writer and creative writing instructor. She runs a small editorial consulting firm, and works with clients to edit, book-coach, proofread, and more. Tracy adores teaching creative writing to all ages, particularly emerging writers as they build confidence and community.

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Spiritual, physical, and emotional healing play key roles in Tracy’s own writing. She’s particularly interested in medical post-traumatic growth and using writing as a self-healthcare companion. Tracy has volunteered with cancer survivors and in the medical community and currently hosts a weekly radio show on Virginia Voice, a reading service for the visually impaired. Above all, she believes that connection to others plays a vital role in hope and healing.

Tracy grew up in Roanoke, left in 1989, and returned home to her beloved mountains a mere thirty-five years later. Every day, she discovers a new aspect of Roanoke that she loves—and almost always, it involves human connection. She is thrilled to join the Calm Clinic & Caravan community and fully embraces its mission of bringing accessibility to holistic medicine. When not writing or teaching, Tracy balances time between her cat and dog, hanging with her brilliant young-adult daughters whenever possible, reading, bringing her a-game to trivia, and exploring the beauty of the Blue Ridge with friends old and new.

Member

Mary King

Mary is currently in graduate school, earning her PhD in Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health at Virginia Tech. Although it’s a long title for a degree, it means she is passionate about scientific research that is carried out with the patient in mind. Her dissertation work is focused on the impact of stress and other behavioral factors on clinical decision-making in cases of antibiotic overuse. Mary’s favorite part of her job is data analysis, so she is very excited to bring this part of her work to the Wellness Wagon.

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Born and raised nearby in Campbell County, VA, Mary attended the University of Lynchburg for her undergraduate degree in psychology and gender studies before moving to Roanoke for graduate school in 2020. She often visits home to see her family, as her favorite job is being an aunt to her two nephews. 

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Although acupuncture was a new subject for Mary to get into, she’s very excited to embrace holistic healing and to support the mission of the Wellness Wagon. Having grown up in a rural community, she recognizes the impact that this organization can have on underserved communities where healthcare is not always accessible.

Member

Patricia White-Boyd

Patricia White-Boyd brings decades of leadership, public service, and community advocacy to her role as a board member. She served as Vice-Mayor from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022, and as a member of City Council through December 31, 2024. During her tenure, she held key leadership roles including Vice-Chair of the Legislative Committee and Chair of both the Personnel and Audit Committees. She also represented elected officials on the Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board and the Virginia Municipal League’s Financial Policy Committee, contributing to policy development and governance at both local and state levels.

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Professionally, Patricia is the President of Star City Management Services and serves as Director of Blue Ridge Senior Services. As a Certified Senior Advisor, she brings a deep understanding of aging services, community care, and organizational leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Averett University in Danville, Virginia.

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Patricia’s commitment to service extends well beyond her professional and elected roles. She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, The Links, Incorporated, and The Girlfriends, Incorporated. Her community involvement also includes serving on the Greater Grandview Neighborhood Association, as well as previous board service with Roanoke Higher Education and the League of Older Americans. Her longstanding dedication to equity, empowerment, and community well-being makes her a valued and impactful member of the board.

Member

Renai Bodley

Renai Bodley is a broadcast news veteran with more than 30 years of experience in television and public radio. She was the Vice President of News for KSTU in Salt Lake City for 16 years, followed by an eight year tenure as the General Manager of KPCW, the NPR affiliate in Park City, Utah.

Renai rounded out her career by returning to Virginia as the Chief Advancement Officer at WVTF in Roanoke.

Renai grew up in Roanoke, graduating from Cave Spring High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia. She was a member of the inaugural class of the Carol Kneeland Project for Responsible Journalism, based in Austin, Texas, and a founding member of the Utah Debate Commission. Now retired, Renai advises public radio stations on their fundraising and journalism practices and volunteers at local nonprofits. She is especially proud to serve on the board of the Calm Clinic & Caravan. Renai has been an active Rotarian since 2017 and is currently a member of the Downtown Roanoke Rotary Club.

Member

Cara Becker

Cara Becker is a graduate student at Radford University, where she is pursuing a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Currently in her second semester, she is focused on building the skills and experience needed to support individuals on their mental health journeys.

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As part of her training, Cara is completing an internship at Anderson Treatment in Roanoke, where she is gaining hands-on experience working with individuals in recovery. Her work reflects a strong commitment to compassionate, person-centered care and a desire to serve her community through accessible mental health support.

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Cara brings a thoughtful and empathetic perspective to her role, grounded in both her academic training and her growing clinical experience.