Christine Owens Administrative Coordinator Christine Owens is the Administrative Coordinator for REAL LIFE. She supports senior staff with scheduling, documenting, organizing information, and any other necessary tasks to keep the organization running efficiently. Christine has lived in the Greater Richmond area for most of her life. She went to Longwood University and graduated with a degree in English Education. She taught middle school English for over 10 years in Chesterfield County before staying home to care for her young children. After learning that one of her son’s is autistic, she dedicated herself to understanding neurodiversity and supporting his growth. Christine enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons, and poodle. She loves reading, whether book or audio form. Christine is also an active volunteer at her church with middle school students, where she can be found mentoring, and serving them. She is passionate about the mission of REAL LIFE and is grateful to be on the team.