For the past 7 years, she has dedicated her time around East Texas as the Director of community education for Oceans Behavioral Hospital in Lufkin, Texas. Following the legacy of her mother of helping those who suffer with mental illnesses. Alana has a heart of gold and helps anyone whom she encounters. Alana is also the founder and CEO of the Upcoming Nac Safe Place and Project Director for the "It's ok to not be ok; Suicide Awareness Walk" on 9/23/23 in Downtown Nacogdoches.