Aaron Laff joined Sycuan Health Center in 2021 as the Social Services Manager. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Health Administration. Over the last 10 years, Aaron has committed his career to serving rural communities, focusing on the unique challenges they face. His academic and professional work has emphasized understanding and supporting rural and Indigenous populations, addressing issues such as poverty, structural racism, and oppression, while promoting human rights and socio-economic justice for vulnerable and underserved populations.
Before joining Sycuan, Aaron served as the Director of Indian Child Social Services for the Southern Indian Health Council Consortium, where he advocated for the rights and protections of Kumeyaay families.
What Aaron values most about his work at Sycuan is the strong sense of community and shared purpose within the team. He appreciates being part of a tight-knit group that fosters collaboration and mutual dedication to the well-being of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and the surrounding community. The most rewarding part of his role is seeing the positive outcomes achieved, whether through improving health, offering support during difficult times, or being a trusted resource.
Outside of work, Aaron enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, golfing, and playing basketball. He is deeply passionate about protecting and improving the lives of Native children and families, while promoting prevention and community involvement. With dedication and perseverance, Aaron continues to discover, coordinate, and establish new service opportunities to benefit the community.