Meet The Team

For many years, I proudly considered myself an example of the American dream come true.  After emigrating from Honduras to the United States in 1966, I took advantage of all this country had to offer. I learned my heart desired trade, became a licensed hair stylist and cosmetologist,  opened a salon on Long Island's gold coast , Morel. During my years working in the beauty industry, I came to realize that through philanthropic work I could reach and help many who were unable to obtain personal appearance advice while going through health crises. For many years I was a Look Good Feel Better volunteer cosmetologist.  Look good Feel Better was a free service sponsored by the American Cancer Society that offered such a service I described. I guess it was a personal verve that had to be satisfied, but I knew that there was something I could create that could be that LIFE CHANGING  answer to easily and affordably regain personal empowerment and beauty. To that , The Basic Six Inc. was born. 

I have always felt that for one to be successful in life they should over time re-invent themselves. I find that especially true for women. I have had the luxury of being able to do just that. After finishing my stint as a stay at home mom and wife, I decided that it was time to create my legacy: To pursue what I've put on hold .... Philanthropy .... I volunteered for organizations that not only filled my heart, but those that offered personal challenges for me. The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind , The Ronald McDonald House, Look Good Feel Better ( The American Cancer Society ) and my four legged bilingual therapy dog Molly . ( and her teacher-mentor Guillermo Roa  ) My association with each organization provided me with a doctoral degree in the human condition. But, after working as Long Island's volunteer coordinator for the Look Good Feel Better program, I came to realize that my degree has to be used that much more. And so, with my three brilliant partners, " The Basic Six, Inc. was created. A woman's way to beauty and empowerment during life's challenges. 

Molly came into our lives when she barely turned three months old. It was obvious to both my husband and I  that this chocolate bundle of fur was not your ordinary chocolate lab. Called in to access our thoughts was teacher-mentor Guillermo Roa. He confirmed.... this little girl has star potential.Together they worked : training her in English and Spanish. She passed her therapy dog certification exam when she was just a little over one year. The " Molly and Memo " team became the therapy dog team in demand. Covenant House ( Bronx and Manhattan ), YAI, North Shore Child and Family Guidance, KIND are just to name a few. The media, both print and TV, featured their work. AND, now a new not-for-profit will be added to their roster : " The Basic Six, Inc. " 

We invite you to visit with Molly and Memo at : mollyandmemo.com......