Dee has a Master’s Degree in Health Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work. She worked 18 years at Child Protective Services for the County of San Bernardino. Previous to that she worked in Human Resources/Personnel for several insurance companies. Since retirement, Dee has been a member of the Board of the Redlands Assistance League for 8 of 13 years. Also, Dee currently enjoys participation on the Board of Redlands Republican Women’s Club and Redlands Tea Party Patriots.