​​Parent Advisory Committee Biographies

Southcentral Parent Leader: Amber Etageak

Hello, my name is Amber Etageak; I am half Inupiaq, my family is from Unalakleet. I did not have much contact with them, I grew up in McGrath. My mother and stepfather had family in Missouri and Wisconsin. I spent 25 years in Anchorage, which is where two of my OCS cases were. My daughter ended up without guardianship when my mother passed away and was put in a foster home.

I Tribally adopted a son and had another son in 2014, these are my fourth and fifth children. I also was able to Tribally adopt my daughter back. My daughter’s full sibling, a brother, was adopted and lives in Palmer.

I have been clean and sober since February 9, 2012. I have a solid foundation in recovery and have accomplished many things since my journey began. I have my own business, am a homeowner and I love to travel.

I know that working through OCS can be intimidating and stressful. I am humbled that I get to be a part of the Parent Advisory Committee to OCS. I hope that we can help change the path for other struggling parents and their children.

Southcentral Parent Leader: Danielle Zundel

Hello, I am Danielle Zundel. I was born and raised on the Kenai Peninsula and currently live in Nikiski with my husband and two daughters. I work as a Chemical Dependency Counselor for our local impatient treatment facility. I love my job and have always loved helping others overcome adversities.

I have been involved with the Office of Children’s Services in a variety of different roles throughout my personal and professional life.  I have a desire to help build strong families within my community. I believe in building healthy family systems, advocating for parents and children, and creating happy, healthy, and safe communities for future generations.

I am honored to be serving on the Parent Advisory Committee and am excited to see what this journey brings.

Southeast Parent Leader: Tellisha Frankhouser

Hello, I'm Tellisha Frankhouser, I am Tlingit, my family lineage comes from the Kaagwaantaan house in Klukwan. Currently serving as a procurement specialist at Tlingit and Haida, I am deeply rooted in my hometown of Ketchikan. Family is at the core of my life, with two wonderful daughters, Kylie and Kinsley, and a fiancé who works as a welder at Vigor Shipyard.

My journey with the Office of Children's Services (OCS) spans both my childhood and my role as a mother. Drawing from these experiences, I am driven by a strong desire to assist others. My mission is to contribute to the transformation of OCS, fostering family unity and providing essential support. I aspire to be a voice for those parents who may not have a voice, striving to reshape OCS to better serve and empower families.

​Southeast Parent Leader: Drew Herby