The Staff

Dakota Allen

I am from Panora were I live with my husband and our son. We enjoy camping and being outdoors. My passion for optometry came after I graduated from DMACC in 2013 as an Optometry tech. I enjoy working in a small community were I get to know my patients on a personal level and giving them the gift of sight.

Isela Jacobson

I’ve been in Perry for about 20 years. I grew up in the community and graduated from Perry high school. I have 3 daughters and a dog. In my free time I like to relax and spend time with my family watching movies.

I enjoy assisting patients with choosing out their glasses and seeing familiar faces coming back to see us. Working with the community I grew up with has helped provide a more personalized experience for our patients in meeting their optical needs.

Brenda

Stuart has been our home for 8 years. My husband of 45 years and I came to Stuart after living in the Des Moines Metro. While our 2 boys were in school, I wanted a stable career and found that I enjoyed eye care. Working with a group of Opthtmologists for several years taught me many skills. I joined Eye Care Associates in November of 2023 and have thoroughly enjoyed the small town atmosphere. In my free time I like to sew, craft, bake and garden. My husband and I like to watch college sports and take in a movie. We have two weiner dogs, Pepper and Lyn, that keep us busy. It’s my goal to help improve and maintain everyone’s vision with superior service in a personalized manner.

Megan Joint

I am from Bagley, IA. I grew up in Guthrie county but have been working in Greene County for a few years now and love Jefferson and the amazing community here.

I am love doing anything art related or crafty in my free time and enjoy going on walks or spending time at the local parks with my daughter.

I’m excited to continue getting to work with the wonderful and supportive community in Greene County.

Jeymi

I’m from Perry where I live with my fiancé and our daughter who just turned 1. In our free time we love going for walks to the park and going to the lake. I graduated from DMACC and got my associates degree in accounting. I decided to try the optometry field and am loving it so far! I love that I’m able to help people with a big part of their lives which is their vision!

Jordan

Hey, I’m Jordan. Guthrie County is more than just where I live – it’s where my heart is!  Growing up in neighboring Greene County, I’ve always felt a strong connection to this area. After two years at DMACC, I returned to my roots and am thrilled to be raising my family here. When I’m not busy with my fiancé and our energetic little boy (he just turned one!), you can often find us soaking up quality time with loved ones, embracing the great outdoors, or passionately cheering on our Iowa State Cyclones.  My career allows me to combine my love for this community with my passion for helping others see clearly.  It brings me immense joy to see familiar faces walk through the door, and I’m dedicated to providing each patient with personalized care and a smile.

Abril

Hey, I’m Abril! Born and raised in Perry, I’m a proud PHS graduate excited to be serving my hometown in this new chapter of my life! While I’m still new to the world of optometry, I’m already loving the opportunity to connect with my patients and help them achieve clear and comfortable vision. Outside of the clinic, you can find me catching up with friends, exploring new music, or simply enjoying all that our vibrant community has to offer. I believe in the power of genuine connections and look forward to meeting you!

Jessica

Hey! I’m Jessica, my family and I moved to Jefferson at the end of 2023, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Eye Care Associates team.  Although I have a background as a pharmacy technician, I’m excited to be pursuing my passion for eye care. I’m a dedicated and compassionate individual who values building strong relationships with both colleagues and patients. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and five children, exploring the outdoors with our two dogs, and relaxing with a good book.