Meet Our Staff
Our staff bring experience, compassion, and professionalism to every guardianship relationship—advocating for the well-being and dignity of those we serve.
Lori DeVries, LBSW, NCG
Program Coordinator
Lori has over 35 years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities and older adults. She has served as Program Coordinator at Permanent Planning, Inc. since 2001 and is a Licensed Bachelor Social Worker and National Certified Guardian. Lori is a founding board member and current recorder of the Guardianship Association of Iowa Network (GAIN), and remains a strong advocate for ethical, person-centered guardianship services.
Ian Kendrick
Guardian Representative
Ian brings a diverse background in healthcare and mental health services, with experience in EMS, inpatient care, mobile crisis response, and occupational health. He is passionate about advocating for individuals with disabilities and ensuring they receive compassionate, stigma-free support. Ian’s case management skills and commitment to ethical, person-centered care make him a valuable advocate for the people PPI serves.
